Echo Chainsaws Stay an Industry Favorite
Written by admin on May 28, 2009 – 5:39 am -Japan’s leading chainsaw manufacturer is Echo. Just like most other Japanese technology, these chainsaws have long been regarded as some of the most reliable and efficient saws on the market. Echo chainsaws are unique in that they have always been able to stay competitive with the big boys of the chainsaw world while keeping things relatively simple. Some people feel the need for all of the bells and whistles of the bigger, more expensive brands, such as Husqvarna. Others, however, have come to love and appreciate the reliability and simplicity of Echo chainsaws. Why the public loves Echo chainsaws Echo chainsaws are the most appreciated chainsaw on the market for many reasons. Being able to pack a lot of power in a small package is the first... more
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Beginner’s Guide to Building a Garden
Written by admin on May 24, 2009 – 10:12 pm -Where to begin? First, before you spend all that money on garden gloves and funky hats, it's important to realize that although gardening is one of the biggest pastimes amongst the population, it is more than just a hobby - it is a passion. Most hobbies are for relaxation, requiring minimal effort, but this is a hobby that can require a lot of investment - not only of time and money, but labor. This is a hobby that will have you on your hands and knees and could give you an aching back after an afternoon of pulling weeds. However, the tradeoff is not only being able to commune with nature and develop a personal relationship with the earth, it's seeing the beautiful results you've created with time and effort that is all your very own. So, if... more
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How to Choose Lawn Mowers
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 5:30 am -Regular mowing is as vital to a healthy lawn as watering, fertilizing, and weeding. A bumper crop of easier-starting mowers and wider-cutting tractors is trimming some of the work from this weekly ritual. Most gas-powered mowers we tested now start with just one pull of the rope, and some $400 models now offer electric starting for another $40 or so. Corded electrics cut more capably than before, and cordless versions run longer per charge courtesy of better batteries. You’ll also find lower-priced zero-turn-radius riding mowers, which use rear-wheel steering for tight turns. Cleaner gas engines are on the way as well. Despite the good news, some new designs and claims came up short in our weeks of tests over nearly 400,000 square feet of... more
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How to Choose Pressure Washers
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 5:25 am -Professional cleaning at a do-it-yourself price has helped move pressure washers from rental shops to home centers. Today's cost as little as $90 for corded electric models and $300 for gas-powered machines, making both a tempting alternative to the $50 to $90 per day you'll spend to rent one. Pressure washers use a gas engine or electric motor, pump, and concentrating nozzle to boost water pressure from your garden hose as much as 60 times. That kind of power blasts away deck mildew, driveway stains, and other grunge a hose couldn't touch. Lower prices and less upkeep are why 60 percent of buyers choose washers with an electric motor. But gas models have roughly twice the cleaning power-a key reason you'll see fewer plug-ins at the big-box... more
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Electric Leaf Blowers Outperform Gas Models
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 5:21 am -According to Consumer Reports, Toro's $70 Ultra Blower Vac was best among handhelds and, at 7.5 pounds. Is easy to handle. The best handheld electric blowers have long beaten their gasoline-fueled competitors with comparable power and less weight and noise. This year's electrics are an even better value. Three new corded electric blower-vacs outperformed our highest-scoring handheld gas model at about half the price. The top-scoring model includes a metal impeller that should stand up to vacuumed twigs better than the typical nylon version. Yet at $70, it costs $15 less than the model it replaced. (See our Ratingsfor specifics, available to subscribers.) Need the greater range of a gas blower? Manufacturers are cutting costs on larger backpack... more
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Selecting the Right Gardening Tools
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 5:12 am -If you’re thinking about taking your gardening seriously and getting out there every day to increase the attractiveness of your garden, then you will want to get the right tools to help you in this. You might be tempted to go out to the store and just buy the nearest things you see, but you’ll be much happier if you put lots of thought into the styles and types of tools you’re buying. There are styles designed just for gardening, and you’ll be better off buying those. You can find most of the tools you will need at your local gardening or home improvement shop. Usually the employees will be thrilled to assist you in finding the ideal tools. If you go to a shop that specializes in gardening, you can usually get some advice in addition... more
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