Occasionally, a riding lawn tractor or mower’s blades can become unbalanced, bent, or dull, and will need either reconditioning or replacement. It is recommended that maintenance be performed on the blades at least twice a year. To care for a riding lawn mower’s blades, follow the steps listed below.

Preparation - As with many projects, think safety first. Always wear heavy leather gloves and safety glasses/goggles for protection and always disconnect both the battery ground wire from the negative battery terminal and the spark plug wire from the spark plug. If the unit is equipped with a twin cylinder engine, remove both of the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Read the rest of this entry »

Agri-Fab Walk-Behind Spike Aerators provide an environmentally friendly alternative to powered aerators and when used in conjunction with your hand mower will help you to achieve a green and healthy lawn.

Great for do-it-yourself lawn care, Agri-Fab’s spike aerator perforates sod and grass to let in nutrients, air, and moisture for a healthier lawn. An array of rotating star-shape tines slices into the soil to allow additional seed, fertilizer, water, air, and light to reach the grass roots. The 5- to 7-inch spiked wheels provide up to 2-1/2 inches of aeration depth. The long axle offers a 16-inch aerating width to cover a lot of ground fast. The aerator is equipped with a steel weight tray designed to hold a concrete block that pushes the spikes into moist ground. Some tool-less assembly is required. The spike aerator is covered by an Agri-Fab 12-month warranty on parts and labor. Read the rest of this entry »