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Fiskars lawn rake with 35 tines, tool head, width: 57 cm, hardened steel tines, black, QuikFit, 1000656
EUR 30.96To the product
| Material of the head | Steel / plastic |
|---|---|
| Rake width | 57 cm |
| Number of tines | 35 |
| weight | 1.02 kg |
| Handle incl. | no |
Of the Lawn rake from Fiskars impresses with its excellent price-performance ratio. It tends to have a large rake width and many tines. In addition, the material and workmanship inspire, as can be read from the Amazon reviews. Of the Rake should be "robust" and "easy to use". A well-deserved comparison winner that can enrich your garden equipment.
Gardena combisystem lawn rake: garden rake with 73 cm working width, ideal garden accessory for sweeping up grass clippings, suitable for all combisystem handles, with grass catcher (3382-20)
49.99 EURTo the product
| Material of the head | Steel / plastic |
|---|---|
| Rake width | 73 cm |
| Number of tines | 32 |
| weight | 0.5 kg |
| Handle incl. | no |
When it comes to the Gardena lawn rake, one thing seems to be true: if it is used for the purposes for which it is intended, it will do its job excellently. Most of the Amazon reviewers are very satisfied with the device. They describe it as easy to handle and durable. Only paint damage on delivery was repeatedly criticized.
WOLF-Garten - Bow rake multi-star DO-M 40 "NEW2018, red, 40x28x8 cm; 71AAA029650
15.99 EURTo the product
| Material of the head | Metal, plastic |
|---|---|
| Rake width | 40 cm |
| Number of tines | 16 |
| weight | 0.9 kg |
| Handle incl. | no |
3rd place goes to the wrench rake from WOLF-Garten. Although it is "only" made of metal, most buyers at Amazon praise it for its robustness. The solid working width and the sharpness of the tines are among the positively mentioned features.
Note: All recommended lawn rakes are part of a combination system. Each provider offers matching handles in different lengths for the respective attachment.
Purchase criteria
drive
Most lawn rakes are driven manually - i.e. solely by the physical strength of the gardener. The advantages include the ease of use and the low price. The disadvantage is that working with the rake, depending on the duration and intensity, requires a certain amount of effort.
In the meantime, there are also electric lawn rakes, which make your work noticeably easier, but are of course significantly more expensive - both in terms of acquisition and follow-up costs (Power consumption). We are talking about scarifiers.
Note: In our article we focus (almost) entirely on manually powered lawn rakes. We have dealt with scarifiers separately, especially since these devices can "only" scarify. They are not suitable for picking up leaves - the actual main task of a lawn rake.
material
Classic lawn rakes are made of wood. There are also modern specimens made of metal, steel or plastic.
Note: The stem and head can, but do not have to be, made of the same material. First of all, it is about the material of the head. The described properties of the respective material do not logically change if the handle consists of it.
wood: Wooden rake are the classics, but still in the minority these days. This may be because they need to be waterproofed to withstand the various types of weather. In any case, wooden rakes are characterized by their high stability. In addition, they are often created by hand. With all these features, wooden rakes cost more on average than lawn rakes made from other materials.
metal: Metal lawn rakes are commonly made of aluminum. The great advantage of this material is its low weight. Aluminum rakes are also one of the inexpensive variants. But: if you work hard, they can break.
stole: Steel screens are just as robust and resilient as models made of wood. In addition, they are considered weather-resistant, easy to care for and durable.
Tips
Metal and steel rakes should always have corrosion protection. Otherwise there is a risk of rusting (exception: lawn rakes made of stainless steel are usually rust-free even without extra protection).
plastic: The same characteristics apply to plastic lawn rakes as to aluminum versions. They are light and inexpensive, but less robust than wooden and steel rakes.
Stem length
It is important that the length of the stem fits your height. If you work with a lawn rake that is too short for a long period of time, you are sure to suffer back pain, possibly even chronic. So don't compromise on this feature.
Practical: the handle length generally varies between 120 and 240 centimeters - there is sure to be the right size for every gardener.
Note: In many cases the handle is not included in the scope of delivery of the lawn rake, so it has to be ordered separately.
Rake width
The wider the head of the rake, the faster you will finish cleaning the lawn. Usually the rake width is between 40 and 100 centimeters.
Tips
How is your garden shaped? If there are narrower corners, it can make sense to buy a lawn rake with a smaller width.
Tips
Always keep in mind that larger and wider rakes require more effort than smaller and narrower designs.
Number, size and spacing of the tines
There are lawn rakes that have just eight or ten tines, but there are also some models that have up to 60 tines.
The following applies: the more tines the lawn rake has, the closer they are usually together. This has the advantage that no leaf can escape you through the gaps. Even smaller objects can be picked up and collected more easily with a more densely “franked” rake.
But: The closer the tines are together and the larger they are, the more difficult it will be for you to guide the rake through a dense, overgrown lawn. It therefore depends on the individual nature of the lawn which tine features are to be preferred.
frequently asked Questions
What is a lawn rake and what is it used for?
The lawn rake is a practical garden tool that consists of two parts: a handle and a “head” with several prongs. Every gardener who values a beautiful, well-tended garden should own such a utensil. With the lawn rake you can remove unwanted leaves and weeds as well as other unpleasant things from your green space. It is also ideal for scarifying the lawn and harvesting hay.
Tips
Creative hobby gardeners even use the rake to loosen and / or level the soil in flower beds.
How do I use a lawn rake correctly?
How often you should rake your lawn depends on what exactly you want to do. If it is just a matter of removing leaves and the like, you can use it as you wish. You should scarify your lawn a maximum of once or twice a year (period between April and September) or whenever it is necessary (weeds).
This video shows a lawn rake in action:
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What is the difference between raking the lawn and scarifying the lawn?
When it comes to raking, it is basically "just" about removing leaves and Co. from Garden soil to collect. In contrast, scarifying has a deeper mission: It is used to purposefully free the lawn of moss and thatch by removing the soil is loosened so that more oxygen can penetrate, which means that the grass grows thicker and weeds no longer stand a chance or space leaves.
Lawn rake or fan broom - which is better?
Both garden tools are suitable for removing leaves from the lawn. With the fan broom you can do this particularly gently thanks to the softer and more flexible teeth, but the procedure with it takes longer. In case of doubt, we advise you to buy a lawn rake, as you will be faster with it and can scarify the lawn straight away.
Which brands offer good lawn rakes?
The best-known and most popular brands for impressive lawn rakes include Gardena, WOLF-Garten, Lux and Flora.
Where can I best buy a lawn rake?
Lawn rakes are essential, almost indispensable gardening aids. That is why they are available in most hardware stores and garden centers - for example at OBI, Hornbach, toom, Bauhaus or hagebaumarkt. Amazon offers you the largest selection.
How much does a lawn rake cost?
A manually operated lawn rake costs between ten and 50 euros, depending on the manufacturer, material and level of processing quality. Models made of wood and steel (from 20 euros) are more expensive than models made of metal (aluminum) or plastic (from ten euros).
