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4betterdays.com Live NATURALLY! Hay rake / wooden rake made of high quality linden wood - 73 cm wide rake head - 20 tines made of ash wood - handcraft from Austria
49.90 EURTo the product
| Wood species | Linden, beech, ash |
|---|---|
| Handle incl. | Yes |
| Stem length | approx. 180 cm |
| Working width | 73 cm |
| Number of tines | 20 |
Of the Wooden rake by 4betterdays Living NATURALLY! is the result of real handcraft from Austria. As comfortable as the basic features of the rake seem, the reviews on Amazon read just as convincingly. Almost all customers are absolutely delighted and describe the Rake as "very well made and great in use". The possibility of replacing broken tines individually is also praised.
CircumPro hay rake w. stalk
52.01 EURTo the product
| Wood species | beech |
|---|---|
| Handle incl. | Yes |
| Stem length | approx. 160 cm |
| Working width | 55 cm |
| Number of tines | 15 |
This wooden rake could be a bit too short for tall people over 1.80 meters, but basically it seems to do a good job and to be solidly processed. Most Amazon reviewers have given the rake five stars and positive words. It should serve its purpose perfectly.
KADAX rake, hay rake with long handle made of wood, wide rake for garden, bed, lawn, comfortable garden rake, lawn rake, leaf rake, garden tool, garden tool (wood)
19.99 EURTo the product
| Wood species | not clear |
|---|---|
| Handle incl. | Yes |
| Stem length | approx. 160 cm |
| Working width | 64 cm |
| Number of tines | 14 |
The wooden rake from KADAX impresses with its good price-performance ratio. It is not clear exactly what wood it is made of, but the reviewers write that the “quality and price are right”. Those who do not have too high demands on their wooden rake are well advised with this affordable model.
Purchase criteria
Wood species
Most of the wooden rakes on the market are made of beech wood, a popular hardwood that is particularly characterized by its dense surface and the associated high strength.
Some versions are made of ash wood, which is also a hardwood. In terms of quality, it is in no way inferior to the beech tree - on the contrary. It also impresses with its elasticity and decorative look.
Particularly fine wooden rakes are made from linden wood, among other things. It is a light-colored hardwood that impresses above all with its lightness and stability.
As long as the wooden rake is of high quality, it doesn't matter which wood you choose in terms of quality. Your taste can make the difference here.
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Many a well-known manufacturer, for example 4betterdays NATURlich leben!, sometimes uses all of the wood types mentioned for one and the same rake. In the Austrian handcrafted versions of the brand, the handle is made of linden wood, the rake head is made of beech wood and the prongs are made of ash wood.
Build quality
One of the most important features, if not THE most important, is the build quality. In order to make this as high as possible, the manufacturers have to use metal, steel or nylon for certain details - more precisely for the connection of the stem to the main body. So don't be surprised if you find details on almost every wooden rake that are not made of wood.
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The handle is not always included in the scope of delivery. Some manufacturers also offer this and the rake head with the tines separately. If in doubt, we advise you to buy a complete product in which the handle and the rake head are firmly connected. In our experience, this is usually associated with greater stability and a lower risk of breakage.
Stem length
You should also take a look at the length of the stem and make sure it fits your height. In addition to reasons of comfort, this is primarily related to health. Because if you use a wooden rake that is too short for a long time, your back will sooner or later feel very sick.
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Many wooden rakes are 150 to 165 centimeters long. This is generally fine for people who are about 180 centimeters tall. Taller people, on the other hand, should use a longer model. Fortunately, wooden rakes between 170 and 185 centimeters in length are also available.
Working width
As a rule, the width of the rake head is 40 to a maximum of 100 centimeters. For the most part, it is between 50 and 70 centimeters. Wider does not necessarily mean better. It depends on the shape of your garden or lawn:
- Do you have a relatively large and straight garden / lawn without too many obstacles on the route to be calculated? Then a wooden rake as wide as possible is preferable, as it shortens the working time.
- Do you have a garden / lawn that tends to be small or one with winding, narrow spaces? Then you definitely make the smarter choice with a narrower wooden rake.
In general, you should take into account in your considerations that a smaller, narrower rake is easier to handle. A larger, wider and therefore generally noticeably heavier wooden rake requires more effort from you.
Prongs
With regard to the tines, the number, the distance from one another and the length of each are of interest.
Number: In contrast to metal and steel rakes, wooden rakes do not have more than about 25 teeth in most cases. Some models even have "only" ten to 15 pieces. Basically, wooden rakes are more intended to remove coarse plant and garden waste. It is therefore not a problem that comparatively few tines are used.
Distance: Due to the small number, the tines are usually quite far apart. This in turn confirms that wooden rakes are not suitable for removing finer garden waste from the lawn. On the other hand, it shows its strengths all the more impressively when it comes to raking a dense, overgrown lawn.
Length: The length of the tines is usually around the ten centimeter mark - and that seems to be a good guideline. The tines should by no means be too short for optimal control of the device.
Tips
On some wooden rakes, the tines are attached on both sides so that you can use the tool from one side or the other. This may also prevent rapid wear and tear.
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frequently asked Questions
What is a wooden rake?
The wood rake is a gardening tool that you can use to remove leaves and other rough Plant and garden waste can sweep up. It is also sometimes used for haymaking and for loosening and leveling the earth in beds. A wooden rake is made up of three parts:
- the stem,
- the rake head (also known as the yoke) and
- the prongs.
Which brands offer good wooden rakes?
Xaver Gruber, BayWa, Dadant and 4betterdays NATURlich Leben! Are among the best-known manufacturers of wooden racks.
Where should I buy a wooden rake?
Wooden rakes are a little bit endangered these days, so it is no longer so easy to find a good model. In well-stocked hardware stores such as OBI, Bauhaus, toom, Raiffeisen, Hornbach, Globus or hagebaumarkt, you may have a solid wooden rake at your disposal. However, you have the best chances at Amazon.
Where can I find replacement tines for my wooden rake?
In contrast to most alternative rakes, the tines on wooden rakes can be partially retracted Replace as soon as signs of wear and tear appear which have a negative impact on the Affect functionality. If possible, get the replacement tines from the manufacturer of your rake. You may even find this on Amazon. There are also DIY instructions online that show you how to make tines yourself.
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With manual skills, the right materials and good instructions from the Internet, you can also build a complete wooden rake yourself. However, keep in mind that this is time-consuming and expensive, especially if you have to get most of the utensils first. You make it a lot easier if you buy a high-quality wooden rake.
Are there wooden rakes for children?
Yes, the trade also has wooden rakes available for children. The specimens for the gardeners of the future are tailored to the little ones in terms of size and weight. When it comes to quality, you need to be just as attentive as you would when buying a wooden rake for an adult. The differences are huge. In any case, there are high-quality children's wooden rakes with which your children can help you Gardening can help.
