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  • A person mowing the lawn.
    By Ryan Cashman 1 day ago

    Lawn Mower Blades Vs. Mulching Blades: What's The Difference?

    There are a few differences between lawn mower blades and mulching blades, including their shape, which determines how the grass looks when cut.

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  • Gardener using a hand weeder to pull weeds
    By Ryan Cashman 2 days ago

    You Don't Need A Weeder — This Common Tool Is Already In Your Shed

    Purchasing more equipment to get rid of weeds can make an already annoying task even less appealing. But there's an essential weeding tool you already have.

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  • A man is sharpening a dull lawn mower blade with a vice and angle grinder
    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago

    The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades

    Before sharpening lawn mower blades, be sure to avoid these mistakes that could result in blunt blades, costly frequent replacements, uneven grass, and more

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  • Man using gas powered aerating machine to aerate residential grass yard
    By Emily Kammerlohr 3 days ago

    How Much Does It Cost To Rent Lawn Aerators From Home Depot?

    If you’d rather not have a bulky lawn aerator sitting around when you’re not using it, Home Depot’s rental program can help. Here’s what you can expect to pay.

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  • Person pushing a manual lawn aerator into grass
    By Aleem Ahmad 4 days ago

    The Best Lawn Aerators Under $50

    A healthier lawn doesn't alway take a huge investment. With these high-rated spike and core aerators, you'll enjoy quality results while spending less than $50.

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  • Person scraping underside of lawn mower deck with a scraper
    By Chris Deziel 4 days ago

    Keep Grass Off Of Lawn Mower Blades With A Cheap Kitchen Staple

    Getting grass cuttings off of lawn mower blades might seem like a frustration that can't be avoided, but one kitchen ingredient can help make things easier.

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  • Rear view of a man sitting on his lawn tractor mowing his lawn in sunny weather
    By Aleem Ahmad 4 days ago

    The Lowest-Rated Riding Lawn Mower, Per Consumer Reports

    Looking for your next riding lawn mower? Consumer Reports found the lowest-rated option for issues like battery, efficiency, and more.

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  • A person's hands removing a lawn mower blade
    By Christy Rae Ammons 5 days ago

    Hate Sharpening Your Lawn Mower Blades? This Common Hardware Store Does It For You

    Sharpening your lawn mower blades can be a hassle. But a certain hardware store will do the job for a remarkably low price, depending on location.

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  • Patch of unhealthy, brown grass mixed with leaves
    By Chris Deziel 5 days ago

    Ditch The Pricey Tools: Aerate Your Lawn With A DIY Solution That Costs Less

    Big lawn care results don't always come with a big price tag. This clever do-it-yourself tool is an easy, affordable option that's ideal for small lawns.

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  • Man kneeling on lawn to touch healthy grass
    By Chris Deziel 6 days ago

    Don't Have Aerators? Here's A DIY Tool For Your Lawn

    Enjoy a healthier lawn by adding this custom DIY tool to your gardening arsenal, a durable metal aerator you can piece together without any welding required.

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  • A person pushes a red and black lawn mower with a tree and a house in the background
    By Emily Ray 8 days ago

    Does Home Depot Or Lowe's Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades?

    Home Depot and Lowe's offer numerous services and a wealth of lawn and garden equipment. But do they sharpen lawn mower blades? Here's what to know.

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  • Close-up of grass clippings clumped together over lawn mower tire with red wheel
    By Kristeen Cherney 10 days ago

    Ditch The Sprays: There's A Simple Way To Keep Grass Off Lawn Mower Tires For Free

    Gras clippings getting stuck on a lawn mower's tires is one of those little mowing annoyances everyone hates. But here's how you can avoid it without sprays.

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  • Person on a riding lawn mower
    By Cayla Leonard 11 days ago

    Your Riding Lawn Mower Can Do Way More Than Cut Grass — Here's How

    Think your riding mower is a one-trick pony? It can help with everything from hauling to seeding and beyond, making yard work a whole lot easier.

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  • A man uses an aerator on a lawn
    By Ron Baker 11 days ago

    Move Over, Aerators: A Cheaper Solution You Can DIY With Old Lawn Equipment

    Keeping your lawn in great shape can be as expensive as it is time-consuming. Luckily, you can DIY your own aerator with equipment parts and a used brake rotor.

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  • Man inspecting a broken riding lawn mower
    By Ron Baker 12 days ago

    4 Lawn Mower Models With A Bad Reputation

    Customers complain that these lawn mower models required dozens of repairs, came with missing parts, were cheaply made, and wholly unreliable.

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  • A patch of lawn in need of aeration
    By Ron Baker 13 days ago

    Skip Power Aerators: There's A Tool That Won't Damage Soil

    One simple gardening tool can improve compacted soil without relying on heavy equipment that may do more harm than good beneath the surface.

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  • Two riding lawn mowers next to a tree.
    By Ron Baker 15 days ago

    Move Over, Riding Lawn Mowers: There's An Easier, Eco-Friendly Option

    A riding mower may seem like the fastest and easiest way to get your lawn looking great. However, a new tech is taking charge that offers greater benefits.

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  • scorched riding lawn mower
    By Christy Rae Ammons 19 days ago

    What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Catches Fire

    If you’ve seen a car fire on the side of the road, you know how devastating they can be. Lawn mowers are smaller, but the fires can be just as destructive.

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  • Homeowner looking at beaten up mower blade
    By Ryan Cashman 20 days ago

    What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Blades Are Bent

    Fix it or replace it? You have options when dealing with a bent mower blade, but there's a clear best choice if you want to save time, money, and effort.

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  • a motorized lawn edger being run along a lawn's edge
    By Chris Deziel 20 days ago

    Ditch The Pricey Edgers: Use A Cheaper Tool That's Already In Your Shed

    String trimmers, edging tools, gas-powered contraptions — there are plenty of ways to trim the edges of your lawn. But why not opt for a cheaper alternative?

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  • Sharpened mower blades with tools and balancers
    By Ryan Cashman 20 days ago

    Ditch Metal Files: Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With This Easy-To-Use Amazon Find

    Sharpening lawn mower blades is an important but time-consuming project. Luckily, this Amazon product offers an adjustable, automatic, tabletop solution.

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  • Man looking at a Milwaukee tool in a store
    By Sakshi Khaitan 23 days ago

    Customers Can Score Free Milwaukee Tools At Home Depot Right Now

    Interchangeable battery-powered tools are good. Free tools are better. Now you can choose one of 10 different Milwaukee M18 tools with this Home Depot deal.

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  • A gravel driveway in need of maintenance
    By Ron Baker 26 days ago

    Skip Rakes: There's A Smarter Way To Smooth & Level Gravel Driveways

    A rake can help you with some yard tasks, but it won't be much use for smoothing or leveling an entire gravel driveway. Try this approach instead.

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  • A person in uniform kneeling down to work on a lawn mower.
    By Derek Rose 29 days ago

    Why This Is The Easiest Way To Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades

    Dull lawn mower blades can make yard maintenance a much tougher chore than it needs to be, but sharpening them is easier than you probably think.

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  • hand holding used mower blade
    By Christy Rae Ammons 30 days ago

    Skip The Bench Grinder: Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With A Drill Attachment

    Sharpening lawn mower blades with a bench grinder can be quite a cumbersome task. But with this drill attachment, this task can finally become easier.

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  • Older man removing lawn mower blade with a wrench
    By Chris Deziel 30 days ago

    Your Lawn Mower Blades Don't Need To Be Sharpened As Often As You Think

    It's easy to assume frequent sharpening keeps your mower blades in top shape, but it can wear them out faster. Here's how to tell when they need maintenance.

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  • a man holds the blade of a lawn mower
    By Shelley Frost 1 month ago

    The Scrap Wood Trick You Need Before Sharpening Your Lawn Mower Blades

    Dreading having to sharpen your lawn mower's blade this summer? A simple piece of 2x4 wood is all you need to make this job a walk in the park.

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