I'm new to having a yard - is this used in place of a rake?
234356
You would use it in addition to a rake. Best use is both hands to pickup yard debris, or on one hand to scope the debris into the bag. Really makes work easier, and I'm all for that!
234357
Nope- once you rake up the leaves, you use these to pick them up in a bunch to carry to the curb or put in lawn waste bags. They are simply 'big hands'
234358
Not at all, just visualize them as very large and workable extension of your hands. They make the job of picking up the leaves etc. much easier in putting them into a disposable bag or better wet putting the leaves into the leaf shredder.
234359
Make certain that you receive BOTH leaf scoops in your order. I only received one and have not received a reply nor the second scoop. I wouldn't order from them again.
234360
This thing is used to take leaves that have already been collected in one place by rake. So say you can collect leaves in 10 places around the garden and then with this tool you can take the leaves to one place - makes it very easy, I recommend.
234361
I rake the leaves into a pile with a rake and scoop the leaves in bags with the leaf scoops.
234362
Absolutely used in place of a rake. But, I rake & then pick up with leaf scoops.They are wonderful!!! I have a trash bag holder to use along with it. I strongly recommend!!!
234363
Use a rake to gather the leaves in a pile and then use these to gather big scoops of the leaf pile to dispose of. This cuts the time it takes to clean up leaves in half or more. I love these things!
234364
Sort of. you rake the leaves into a pile, then use these to scoop into a bag. They're nice because they're the width of a lawn bag so you don't lose many leaves over the side.
234365
No it is not intended to replace rake but instead make the job easier in moving raked materials to bag or bin.
929952
IT is all made form the same material. I am not sure of the wire rake. I know it isn't aluminum.
1439647
Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail... » Read More Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! « Show Less
1550301
Dirt and gravel, unless largely clumped, should sift right through the rake. I'd say yes. It should work good on that surface.
768991
I would for what I need it for, which is a pretty small yard. It won't tackle really tall out of control stuff, and it would be a pain for a big yard, but for maintenance on my little yard it's absolutely perfect :-)
382385
If you want to just trim the grass you should be okay. If you have to get down to the roots where dirt is, that tends to keep the tool from cutting as well.
2176558
I've only used it to clean out my pellet stove, I would use a rake or leaf blower for leaves.
753158
Maybe, but probably not ideal. If your seams are less than 21 inches apart, there will be no way to avoid the blade from scraping against the seams. That might scratch up the seams, depending on how hard/durable the coating is (the rake is aluminum).
518603
Should be no problem. I do it with one hand and it requires very little effort. I use mine to " sweep" my porch. Not powerful enough to do serious yard work, but is fantastic for what I use it for, hope this helps.
2258664
Neither I would call it an electric rake. It works great for that, removing a layer of dead material at the soils surface. Great product. Touchy safety switch though.
1787654
have not tried that yet, good on leaves in tight garden spots. Id say get a regular rake for grass.
1920634
I purchased this last year it is heavy especially after adding the 3 point hitch and I have had to modify my mower that I use with it. It does a good job of raking but understand the small stones will still be around. I have used it as a rake for rocks and debris and also to rake dirt for leveling. To rake rocks it works okay just have to go over the area repeatedly and you may turn up more rocks. Will it rake 1-1/2" yes but it will leave some. If you are trying to make a seed bed you will still have work. I used mine since we turned up lots of rocks building a house and it works but requires lots of practice to use.
358108
I usually use this rake before using a slicker brush or the FURminator deShedding tool either one. The rake detangles and lines up the hair whilst helping remove any bits of debris that might be clinging to the fur.
1817962
If you are cutting weeds on a steep hill, I would not use the Lake Rake. It's extremely sharp and if you aren't careful, you could really hurt yourself. Best bet. Hire out a professional to do it.
325352
I have only used it for a small time, I believe it will do the job, but it will take some practice using the rake to get the most out of it. The field I had a chance to rake was a couple acres , it did a fair job.
1419028
I consider this rake to groom high pile carpet. It basically lifts the carpet pile so it looks like you just vacuumed. I wouldn't use it to clean the carpet.
2104676
I did not purchase the optional grass catcher, so I don't know. My feel is that if the grass is cut regularly I would not need the grass catcher. I have used the mower for three seasons and am well pleased with the mower. Unlike a powered rotary mower, it will not scalp in places that are not perfectly level. My yard is small so it works well for me. Might not be a good idea for a large yard, unless you expect to get a good work out while mowing.