Home LivingGarden3 signs you need to replace your garden tools, according to an expertHave you checked your garden tools recently?When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Home LivingGarden3 signs you need to replace your garden tools, according to an expertHave you checked your garden tools recently?When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Have you checked your garden tools recently?
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As the ‘50 days of rain’ is finally showing signs of stopping, homeowners are eager to get outside and start working on theirJuly gardening jobs. However, experts are warning that after being stored away for a long time, neglected tools could make easy jobs a lot harder.
With this in mind, Nick Ee, product and training manager atBLACK+DECKER, has revealed the most comm signs that show you need to replace your garden tools.
1. Blunt lawnmower blades
Using one of thebest lawn mowersto prepare your lawn has been tricky with the recent wet weather, meaning many gardens are in desperate need of some TLC. One way to make this task easier is to ensure your lawnmower blades are still on top condition is key.
2. Frayed trimmer line
Edging the lawn is one of the final steps that make a garden look neat and uniform. This means ensuring the string trimmer line is fresh will ensure clean, precise trimming around edges, trees and flower beds.
Nick says: “You can replace the line when needed but as a general rule of thumb I would advise replacing every few uses as over time the line can shorten in length or become frayed which makes creating clean lines tricky. Keep spare trimmer line on hand for quick and easy replacements if they break.”
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3. Worn pressure washer nozzle
One garden tool many people overlook is apressure washer, and in particular, its nozzle. This can wear out over time, reducing performance and efficiency.
Nick adds: “Several factors contribute to the wear of pressure washer nozzles. Constant high-pressure water flow can erode the nozzle material, especially if it’s made from softer metals or plastics. Additionally, many pressure washers are used with detergents or other cleaning chemicals, which can be corrosive or abrasive, further accelerating nozzle wear. I recommend replacing nozzles every six months to a year, depending on usage.”
Interested in more? Check out the10 essentials every gardener should have in their tool kit.
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