by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Lawn & Garden, Outdoor & Seasonal, Project Center
Power Systems When choosing a hedge trimmer, you should consider blade length, cut capacity, blade action and power. Blade Length. A shorter blade is light and compact whereas a longer blade is for extended reach and even cutting. 16″ – For light to...
by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Lawn & Garden, Outdoor & Seasonal, Project Center
Hand mowers are available in four, five and seven-blade reel models. Some of these are designed to cut specific varieties of grass. Lower-end models have 14″ cutting widths with 8-1/2″ wheels; higher-end models have a cutting width of 16″ with...
by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Lawn & Garden, Project Center
Advances in battery technology, especially in rechargeable nickel-cadmium and lead-acid batteries, add to the appeal of cordless tools. Units can be recharged more than 500 times. Low voltage and a plastic housing protect the user from electrical shock, and safety...
by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Outdoor & Seasonal, Project Center
Lightweight, less-expensive chainsaws are a common homeowner purchase. Chain saws are gasoline or electric powered, but gas powered are most common. Power output is generally considered 1-hp-per-cu.-in. displacement; however, professional models have more...
by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Lawn & Garden, Outdoor & Seasonal, Project Center
Power Systems Electric blowers are often lighter and quieter than gas blowers. They also require no gas and oil and eliminate the need to pull-start, resulting in an instant start, every time. However, electric blowers are often less powerful than gas blowers. And...
by Envision Marketing | Mar 28, 2018 | Outdoor & Seasonal, Project Center
As backyard swimming pools become more common, pool chemicals are being repackaged and re-merchandised for the consumer market. Manufacturers also provide information about their specific products. Consumers should be reminded to check recommendations and instructions...
