How to Mow the Lawn
Mowing the lawn is not so hard when all you need to do is just push the lawnmower. The problem is, aimless mowing does not always produce flattering results for your lawn. A scheme should be implemented for cutting grass. Without one, you risk the chance of making your garden look like an abstract piece, which only goes well with paintings. You must learn how to mow the lawn properly.
Stick to a Single Cutting Pattern
When mowing your lawn, you should stick to only one pattern - rows, columns, or diagonal. By maintaining a single pattern, the grass will be cut evenly. The lengths of the blades will be similar as well as the angles in which they were cut, resulting in a fine-looking lawn or garden. Make sure that you don’t miss a spot, especially when turning to trim the next row, column, or diagonal segment. If you left a few clumps of uncut grass, lift the end of the mower then return to the missed spots. Cut them following the same pattern. Just switch patterns the next time you need to mow your lawn.
Set a Target for Each Segment
To straighten your mowing, pick targets at the other end of your lawn. Try to align each segment to its designated target, so the grass is cut in a straight line. You can measure the distance between each of your targets to make cutting even more precise.
Remove Sticks and Foreign Objects Before Mowing
High-powered lawnmowers have no trouble cutting through sticks and wooden debris, given their mechanized blades. Unfortunately, when these items are discharged by the mower, they may hurt you or anyone around the area. Eliminate the risk of injury by removing large sticks and foreign objects from your garden before mowing.
Don’t Use Your Hands to Free an Entangled Blade
The blades of lawnmowers are particularly sharp, since they are made to cut grass for long hours. So when your lawnmower gets entangled, keep your hands off the blade, especially if you own a motorized mower. Use a stick, knife, or the water hose for removing the things stuck to the blade.
Switch on the Mower Even Before Hitting the Grass
A common problem when using the lawnmower is, the initial cut is often rough. Prevent this occurrence by starting the mower before you reach your lawn. By doing so, the mower’s motor has revved up enough to make smooth consistent cuts.
Apply these five simple tips and you will notice how they influence your garden’s aesthetics. Who knows, you might make your garden seem like a golf course through proper mowing.