Burgon & Ball Half Moon Lawn Edger with Serrated Head, Stainless Steel | RHS Endorsed | Garden Tool

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They have an end that rotates as the user walks, and they are very precise. However, being manually powered, they are of course harder work than other options – although you could say this makes them more rewarding! Petrol Powered Lawn Edgers

There’s nothing worse than having a perfectly mown lawn which is being visually hampered by a jagged and uneven lawn edge. Lawn edgers with flat, rectangular blades and plain edges are suitable for basic edging jobs. They can be used in situations where the lawn is level with the adjacent hard surface – for example a patio or driveway.

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Bear in mind that comfort doesn’t only depend on the ergonomics of the handle, but also the weight of the machine. Petrol edgers can be heavy which may make them harder to use for prolonged periods. Lawn edgers tend to be either manual tools, or powered by petrol or electricity. Each power source has its advantages and disadvantages. Manual Edgers The reason it’s so light is that the tubular shaft is made from steel, cutting out the weight that other solid-wood shafts bring. The carbon steel head doesn’t add much weight, whilst still cutting firmly into soft ground to create neat edges. There are a couple of different blade shapes when it comes to lawn edgers. Rectangular blades are less common, but can be useful for specific jobs like edging a lawn that sits flush against a hard surface.

For domestic gardens, I recommend manual lawn edger tools. Although it’s possible to get petrol-powered and electric lawn edgers, they’re usually more than you’ll need at home. With a comfortable non-slip handle, this edger isn’t too taxing too use; however, the T-bar is a little on the small side. For those gardeners with larger hands, there may not be quite enough room to hold the handle as one might like. On the flip side, the foot ledges are generously sized, making it easy to push the blade into the soil.Turning to the blade itself, the half-moon shape makes it easy to cut a straight, sharp line into the lawn and the self-sharpening blade is refreshingly low maintenance. This is certainly also a space-saving design, removing the necessity to have several full-size tools, creating a perfect scenario for those gardeners who are always struggling to find room for storage. Cordless lawn edgers are convenient because you’re not limited on where you can use them, and they’re more lightweight than cordless petrol models. The downside is that the battery will need regular recharging and may not last for more than 30 minutes As a result, if you have a very large lawn that you need to edge, a battery-powered model may not be the most practical. FYI – The product details in the specification table above have been calculated with the Wolf Garten handle included. Thanks to this edger’s lightweight design, it’s pretty comfortable to use for extended periods, and the wooden handle provides good grip even in the rain. It doesn’t have a padded handle, and nor is it ergonomically shaped, so you may find it’s more comfortable to use with gloves over extended periods.