Stihl MS 310 Chainsaw Review
Written by admin on August 27, 2009 – 3:53 am -The Stihl MS 310 is a Mid-range chainsaw combining power, quality and state of the art design features that make it a truly powerful firewood saw. The MS 310 sports a powerful 59cc (3.6 cu. In) engine that puts out a respectable 4.0 BHP. With the power head weighing in at 13.0 lbs. it has a good power to weight ratio. The manufacturer recommends a bar length of 16" to 20" but many people have put on larger bars with some success. Stihl is an industry leader in quality. They are ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. "This means they meet rigid international manufacturing, environmental and quality standards". Stihl has been the number one selling brand of chainsaw for many years, and quality is the reason. The quality of service is also outstanding.... more
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Vegetable Gardening: Start Planning Now
Written by admin on August 25, 2009 – 3:55 am -Planting a vegetable garden is a very “green” thing to do these days. Today, our food is ground, dehydrated, steamed, colored, refined, formed, added to, and subtracted from, until the final product bears little natural qualities. Even so-called “organic” food has been processed to some degree. Fast-food joints and restaurants are now offering a variety of low-fat, no-carb alternatives that still contain loads of sugar, artificial color, and preservatives that cannot be good for us. In the beginning, God did not place Adam and Eve in a grocery store; he placed them in a garden. And in the middle of the garden, he did not plant “golden arches,” but trees of all kinds, trees that were pleasing to the eye and good for food (Genesis... more
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Garden shortcuts that save time and energy
Written by admin on August 18, 2009 – 4:51 am -Yard and garden shortcuts can deliver the fastest route to that hammock Jeff Bredenberg, author of several books on saving time and energy gardening, shares some garden cheating gems: 1. If he had to pick one favorite that captures the spirit of the book, this is it: When planting a tree, you need to "face" it, meaning that its best side is facing forward. But it's hard work to keep moving it around until the designated director approves. The solution: Before dropping the tree into the planting hole, fill the hole two-thirds with water. The combination of buoyancy and lubrication from mud makes it easy to spin the tree until the right position is found. Plus, you give the tree a nice start with a big drink of water. 2. Make sure your garden... more
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Select the right mower for your lawn
Written by admin on August 17, 2009 – 5:12 pm -Tips on picking the right mower to keep your lawn trimmed. By Alan J. Heavens, McClatchy Newspapers A lot of people already have taken their lawn mowers out of storage and given them a couple of workouts. How did the mower perform? Is it time to buy another? If it is a gas-powered mower, are you thinking about switching to electric, or to battery power, or an old-fashioned push mower? If it's time to buy a new lawn mower, here are some things to consider, no matter which side of the push/electric/gasoline debate you're on. Chore or joy: Do you enjoy mowing the lawn, or does it become a chore after the first few outings? Would it be worth it to hire the neighbor's kid or to contract with a service? If you like mowing or think that the exercise,... more
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Pressure Washer Reviews
Written by admin on August 7, 2009 – 7:48 pm -Updated July 2009 The following review is synthesized from reviews provided by Consumer Reports, Sears.com, The Power Washer Advisor, Google Answers, HomeDepot.com, RidgidForum.com by ConsumerSearch.com. Best pressure washer overall Karcher K 5.93 M Reviewers say that a better quality electric pressure washer is the best choice for the widest range of chores -- and because it's electric, it's less costly to maintain and less polluting. The Karcher K 5.93 M is anowner favorite; it's powerful enough for most homeowner tasks, such as cleaning decks or sidewalks or washing siding, and it uses a quiet induction motor (better than the universal motors used in cheap pressure washers). You can easily spend twice as much on a pro-level pressure washer... more
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How to Get Rid of Weeds
Written by admin on August 5, 2009 – 6:38 pm -By Lynn Ocone, This Old House Weed-free lawns are the stuff of dreams and championship golf courses. In fact, when you consider the tenacity of weeds, it's a wonder any of us win the pitched battles we wage with these pesky invaders. Just one dandelion plant makes up to 15,000 seeds, each of which can survive six years in the soil—creating 15,000 more seeds when it sprouts and matures. Synthetic herbicides are the usual response to chronic weed problems. But used unwisely, these chemical weed killers can be dangerous to people, pets and turf. And unless you get at the underlying problems that weaken lawns and favor weeds, you might have to apply herbicides frequently. The best way to control dandelions and other weeds in your yard is to... more
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Husqvarna R155 AWD Riding Lawn Mower Review
Written by admin on August 1, 2009 – 8:32 pm -What factors are important to you when choosing a riding lawn mower? If you have a large lawn with many obstacles and uneven grass, then a highly maneuverable riding mower will probably be the most suitable. A riding lawn mower that can cope with slopes, wet grass, and obstacles and also finely dices the cuttings to provide excellent lawn fertilizer is the new Husqvarna Rider R155 AWD and it may be just what you are looking for. The Husqvarna Rider R155 AWD is one of the best lawn mowers for large uneven lawns. It is a well built mower that is designed to be extremely maneuverable, so it is ideal if your lawn has many obstacles like flower beds or trees. The new AWD (all wheel drive) is automatic and loss of traction will force it to engage... more
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