Making The Cut
When was the last time you thought about your lawnmower blade?
While annual engine servicing is essential, it’s the blade that does the real hard work every time you mow. Yet it’s often the most overlooked part of the machine, even though it has the biggest impact on the quality of your lawn.
Ensuring your lawnmower blade is sharp, balanced and in good condition is vital for achieving a quality finish. Blunt, worn blades end up tearing and ripping at the grass instead of cutting, which results in a dull and uneven lawn. The grass blade recovers much quicker when cut with a sharp edge and will stay healthy and green as it re-grows. A sharpened blade also aids with collection of grass clippings which will result in a cut you can be proud of.
Did you know your lawnmower blade typically has between 2 and 3 sharpens within its lifespan?
A quality lawnmower blade can usually be professionally sharpened 2 or 3 times before it needs replacing. During servicing, the blade is removed and precision ground by hand to remove nicks and wear, restoring its original cutting edge. It is then carefully balanced. This is a crucial step that prevents vibration and ensures the mower performs smoothly.
The blade boss is one of those components you hope never has to do its job, but you’ll be glad it’s there when it does.
If the blade strikes a hidden tree root, rock or stray piece of metal, the blade boss is designed to absorb the impact. In many cases it will crack or shear before the engine crankshaft is damaged, potentially saving you from a very expensive repair…
A genuine replacement blade typically costs between £20 and £40, a relatively small investment when compared to the cost of repairing a damaged mower.
Keeping your blade sharp, balanced and in good condition is one of the simplest ways to improve your lawn while protecting your machine for years to come.
So, next time you book your machine in for service or repair, ask us to check the blade and provide professional advice.
Mower savvy? Provide us with your machine details (make, model or serial no.) and we can supply the right blade for self-fitment.
