When you are considering which model of petrol hedge trimmer to purchase, the blade length is one of the most important factors. To avoid getting the wrong type of machine for your particular requirements, you need to consider carefully the types of jobs you need to get done in your garden.
There are three main types of things to think about when deciding which type of blade to choose.
The type of blade action. Will you be using your hedge trimmer for extended periods of time? By choosing a model with double action blades, that is blades that move in opposite directions, you will eliminate many of the operator problems such as aching back and shoulders and fatigue when using the machine for prolonged periods of time.
How thick are the stems or twigs that you will be using your hedge trimmer to cut? You need to be aware that no matter how powerful the petrol hedge trimmer you choose is, it cannot cut through wood like a chain saw but choosing a wide teeth model can help. Narrow teeth blades on less powerful models will be fine if you have beautifully kept hedges where the twigs never get chance to grow thick between cuts.
How much hedging and how many shrubs will you have to cut in your garden and how much time you will be able to spend on doing the job? More hedge can be cut in one pass if you choose a model with longer blades. It is worth remembering though that this extra efficiency comes at a cost and longer blade machines are more difficult to use and heavier to operate. If you have more delicate shaping work to do on your hedge, you will find that the longer the blades, the more difficult your hedge trimmer is to manoeuvre.
The points I have mentioned above should help you to avoid getting the wrong tool for the hedge cutting work you need to do in your garden. Choosing a petrol hedge trimmer with an average blade length to make it easy to work with, a system that will reduce vibration to a minimum and teeth spacing that will be adequate for the type of hedging you have to cut will ensure you are able to tackle all the work you need to get done.
Knowing exactly the features you want, before you start shopping for your hedge trimmer will ensure that not only do you avoid a costly mistake, you will be very well placed to spot a bargain that has just the features you are looking for.
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