Lawn Mowers: Reel versus Rotary
A lawn mower is a machine that cuts the grass and, depending on the style, size and options, may also help you do many other lawn and garden tasks. Because lawn mowers can come in so many varieties, it is important that you look at the range of features available as well cost and customer service. Honda, John Deere and Kubota are among the largest, most reliable manufacturers of garden equipment in the world, which makes them always good places to start looking!
Reel and Rotary Mowers
An immediate choice that you will be faced with is whether you prefer a reel or a rotary lawn mower. Reel mowers use a revolving cylinder with blades attached to cut the grass. When a reel mower is propelled forward, either by muscle or engine, the reel turns and rotating blades cut the grass. It is easy to adjust the reel mower to various cutting heights.
Rotary mowers are different. Rotary mowers use a flat, horizontal blade that is actually connected to the engine shaft. The blades, which are bolted underneath the deck, turn with the speed of the engine. The area under the mower deck acts as a vacuum, which lifts the grass to give it a better cut.
There are advantages and disadvantages to using a reel mower and a rotary mower. Reel lawn mowers are capable of cutting a shorter lawn because of the sheering action of the reel. Grass is cut evenly with fine clippings. Reel mowers are often used for serious lawn and turf management like golf courses. Rotary mowers, on the other hand, are often less expensive and very easy to operate. They are excellent for use in yards with high grass and weeds.
Your Options
Most lawn mower styles can come with either a rotary or a reel option. Gas, electric or rotary mowers all give you the choice. Whether you are considering a riding, self-propelled or walk-behind mower, you will have to decide! You need to think about your needs carefully; look at trustworthy brands and begin your research. Look at the grass cutting mechanism first — is a reel mower or rotary mower suitable for your needs? From there, look at the features one by one, look at the cost and look at the maintenance. Be thoughtful in these choices and you will get a lawn mower that is exactly right for you!
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