‘Leaf Blowers’ Category
Posted by admin on Jul 3rd
There are some fundamental and basic equipment that can help anyone get started on this hobby. While it isn't necessarily an expensive hobby, anyone who is interested in landscaping and gardening, they should invest in some hardy tools to help them.
Save yourself a lot of hassle, right from the beginning, and invest in a good shovel. It is important to have one that will not fracture especially when you are using it to shift compacted dirt. The edge should also be durable and easily handle rocks and clay. For landscaping projects, a variety of shovel styles is recommended.
A square ended shovel, while harder to drive into the dirt, can handle heavier loads. These types of shovels are best suited for loose or soft dirt and moving earth that has been put in piles already. Compost and manure-based fertilizer are easily distributed with this type of shovel as well.
A triangular spade is the best choice for digging large holes for planting and transplanting. If you can have only one shovel, this type will prove useful for most landscaping tasks. A telescope handle shovel has a long handle and a narrow blade, similar to a trowel. This type of shovel is useful for many weeding jobs and any jobs that require digging smaller holes.
You will definitely need a good set of gardening shears. With the many varieties that are available, you should have no problem finding a set that fits your hand. Most gardening shears have blades that are shaped like a moon. One side will be concave, while the other is convex. These are perfect for trimming dead branches and flowers. A few would have an added safety component to lock in the closed position. It also makes them easier to store.
Another must have for your gardening arsenal is an ordinary rake. There is more to them than meets the eye as they can be used for a greater variety of tasks. Many people prefer to use a power leaf blower, but many times the job ends up being more neatly done by using a rake. These tools are perfect for cleaning up twigs and stones from your lawn in the Spring or Fall.
Rakes are great for working seeds into the soil in a small area. It is strongly advised that you use a rake to get rid of objects from your garden, like stones and weeds. It is getting increasingly difficult to find metallic rakes but they are far more lasting than plastic rakes.
A wheelbarrow is another essential piece of equipment for landscaping jobs. You'll be glad you have one when you start transporting your many small pots of flowers around.
You'll find that whether it's manure-based fertilizer or topsoil or whatever the case may be, the job will be much easier if you dump it out of the wheelbarrow and spread it with the rake. Shaking your materials out of a 40 lb bag can get old in a hurry, especially if you have to carry them any kind of distance.
There are many other tools that can make your landscaping jobs much easier. It is actually quite simple to prune trees with a pole saw or folding saw. A mattock is a good basic equipment to break up soil when you are weeding or transplanting. A hoe will be very useful, especially for planting. It is always useful to own a pair of gloves as they prevent painful blisters and protect your hands from sharp twigs. There are many others as well, including trimmers, watering cans and weeding tools just to name a few.
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Posted by admin on Jun 24th
To move and clear debris such as leaves in the garden, a leaf blower is an ideal garden tool. Addressing pollution issues, four stroke engines were recently marketed by the various manufacturers who were previously marketing two stroke engines and electric motors. Some leaf blowers with vacuums can also pull in small twigs and leaves and then cut them into pieces for storage in the attached bag.
The leaf blower was invented in Japan in the early 1970s. Originally used by the farmers in the United States as an agricultural sprayer, it was turned into a blower after removing the chemical sprayers from the equipment. The manufacturers immediately seized the opportunity to market this redesigned equipment as a garden maintenance tool among the garden enthusiasts. Many city and municipal administrations in United States banned the leaf blowers because of the noise generated by them.
When buying a leaf blower as an alternative to the back breaking garden cleaning process, consider the various features included in the models.
The size of your garden and whether it has a lot of leaf shedding trees should be the first factor when making a selection. The volume of air output by various models is a major factor when selecting a leaf blower/vac. Weight of the leaf blower should also be taken into consideration. The most important feature should be the vacuum capacity and capability. Check whether they operate in reverse mode to route the leaves in to the built in bag rather than blowing the leaves away. While a gas blower is powerful they make quite a lot of noise when compared to the electric powered leaf blowers and vacuums. Find more info at www.leavesbegone.info
Entry level models of leaf blowers with decent capacity to vacuum the leaves are normally fitted with an electric motor of 1600W capacity. There are options to either suck and shred or blow the leaves. To hold the debris, a collection bag is attached in the back. They are priced around $65.
If you don’t want to be restricted by the length of the electric cable, then you should opt for a leaf blower cum vacuum which uses gas/petrol for its operational energy. Suitable if the garden is large and contains lot of trees. The petrol powered Engines normally have a 29 CC two stroke engine and electronic system to initially ignite the unit. The price is around £250.
A less costly model is the electric powered sweeper/blower with vacuum capacity. With its 200 miles per hour airflow, this powerful tool is suitable for most gardens. The ease of use and the accessories, such as shoulder strap and collection bag are some of the good features of this model which costs around £100.
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Posted by admin on Jun 18th
There are several options you should consider before purchasing a leaf blower. The most common type is a backpack blower, which is used by many professionals. This particular type gets its power from a 2-stroke gas engine. The harness, is worn on your back and the blower fits into it. The fan and engine are on the backpack as well, and a hand held hose directs the airflow in the direction you choose. This type of blower is very powerful and easy-to-operate. It has a more efficient fuel tank and air filter which means a longer duty cycle capability.
A backpack blower with a higher than 40cc capacity engine, is best with a power to blow of 400 cfm (cubic feet per minute) and a volume of 190 mph. These blowers are ideal if you live in a relatively quiet neighborhood, because they are designed to control the volume of noise. Harnesses and comfort will vary from model to model.
Popular Leaf Blowers:
Flymo Garden Vac 2700
Silverline 31 cc Petrol Vacuum Blower
TRUESHOPPING PETROL GARDEN VACUUM LEAF BLOWER 32CC
TRUESHOPPING 2500W GARDEN BLOWER VACUUM SHREDDER
A performance backpack blower will have a blowing capacity of more than 450 cfm and volume of 195 mph. They are aptly named for their performance. This type of model is quite a bit nosier than other models, but they are faster, more fuel effective and have a faster throttle time. Many professionals prefer this type of model, which also has additional accessories available.
The larger, heavier and more cumbersome backpack blower is called a Big-bore backpack. Their engines start at 50cc and get larger. They are quicker and capable of cutting cleaning times by half. These blowers are much more powerful and used for a larger area and can handle a tough job like wet leaves with relative ease. These models are better suited for commercial lawn care purposes.
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Posted by admin on Jun 12th
Petrol Leaf Blowers
These are more powerful (and noisier) than electric ones, and with a reach beyond the limits of an extension cord. Two-cycle engines require a mix of petrol and oil. Petrol powered leaf blowers are excellent where mobility and greater work output is required, but are unfortunately heavier than the electric models.
Hand held leaf blowers - Useful only for small to medium gardens where you need the power of a petrol engine.. They can get heavy however after using for a while. Convenience and portability have their own price if you have backache! The bigger models can also vibrate a bit at top speed, so check the weight and balance.
Look for air speeds higher than 150 mph and noise levels less than 70 decibels.
Backpack leaf blowers - these are best for driveways and bigger yards. Be sure to look out for an antivibration system and noise-squelching muffler to make carrying the engine bearable for long periods of time. The blower fits in a harness worn on the operator's back.
Walk behind leaf blowers - these are better for large yards or big areas. I would look for a four cycle engine to give you more power and less emissions, and also a three wheeler if possible to make for easier steering. Walk behind leaf blowers cover the most acreage in the least time. These gas powered machines are normally the tool of choice for commercial users, but for regular homeowners, they can make short work of a home lawn. They will however be more expensive too! Vacuum units also use a hose for picking up debris and leaves.
Electric Leaf Blowers
These are less powerful than gas, but have the advantage of being lighter, with less vibration and quieter (you still need some protection for your hearing) and there are no exhaust fumes! as electricity drives the fan. The attached cord however, limits your mobility so this may not be the best choice for a lawn with lots of trees!. Look too, for a cord retention system to prevent the cord from being accidentally unplugged when being used. Also when selecting an extension cord to use with your electric leaf blower, remember that if the gauge used is too small or inadequate, the motor will not perform particularly well. Match the power rating of the tool to a compatible cord, and always buy a cord that is rated for outdoor use. Be Safe!
Handheld leaf blowers - these are best for smaller gardens, patios and walkways. Be on the lookout for one with a flexible blower tube to allow you to reach into corners!
Combo leaf blower/vacuum - a great idea for small to medium gardens where you've not much room to pile your leaves. I would look out for one with a variable speed and mulcher built-in to the blower to help cut the leaf volume.
Rechargeable/battery-operated leaf blowers - are a good alternative for small areas. Work well on solid surfaces like driveways and garages, but are limited because of their short run time and because they move less air than the larger corded models.
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