One of the most common pieces of equipment for homeowners to own is a petrol lawn mower. Although there are several different types of mowers to choose from, the electric lawn mower and the push mower are often overlooked in favour of a petrol powered model. Those with the largest properties will often opt for a ride-on lawn mower.
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Let’s explore what you need to know about the petrol mower.
The Downside of Electric Lawn Mowers
There are two types of electric lawn mowers, the corded and the cordless. The type with a cord can limit the area that can be reached. Cords may stretch to between 100 and 150 feet, but any further and you’re going to become unstuck! Some people are concerned about running over the electric cord with the mower, and creating a potentially dangerous situation.
When it comes to the cordless lawn mower, it will commonly run on rechargeable 12 volt batteries. For those with concerns about either lawn area or cord issues, it may be a wise action to select a cordless lawn mower.
Push Mowers Can Give You A Workout!
Push mowers have also proven to be a popular choice over the years. Man’s power is the source of energy behind its operation. As the lawn mower is pushed, it will cut grass and weeds. Overgrown dandelions and weeds provide a bit of a challenge to the push mower and it could have difficulty trying to cut the stems. The cutting system installed on this type of machine is usually either a cylinder or a reel, whilst the rotary method used on the petrol powered machine delivers a more efficient and natural cut that the lawn can recover from faster.
So – Why a Petrol Mower?
Although petrol powered mowers may be noisier, they can be very effective and can cover a larger expanse than the corded electric powered models. Some models are equipped with a throttle, which can assist with the amount of pushing that the user needs to do. There is no cord to be concerned about running over and your movement won’t be restricted by a cord. Recharging a battery takes time, but if you are low on petrol, it’s not very hard to keep some ready in a Gerry can in your garage.
In summary, petrol mowers are generally more efficient and more flexible. There are no concerns about distance covered or extension cables. Browse our petrol mowers here.