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The right mower blades can be a valuable instrument for lawn maintenance, but the wrong type could cause harm to your mower, or cause a safety risk. Use this guide to find the right blades to use on your lawn.

Standard blades are made to cut grass quickly and then send it to the bagging process. They also have the ability to mulch.

They cut grass

 

 

The blades are able to be easily and swiftly used to cut grass into small fragments. This allows the pieces of grass to be returned to the soil, where they can be used to fertilize it. They also are less susceptible to dust accumulation over other blades.

Blades with a lower lift is suitable for sandy soil as it requires the smallest amount of energy to function. This type of blade doesn't create a lot of dust to blow through the air and will be more durable than other types of blades.

Gator and mulching blades possess more suction than regular blades, allowing them to process grass clippings into smaller chunks which can be disposed of or tucked away. They are used by lawn care firms who receive different inquiries from clients regarding how to manage grass clippings. These blades are versatile but aren't as robust or long-lasting as carbide or steel blades. They may require some more attention, including cleaning, balancing, or sharpening.

It's Mulch

 

 

A standard lawn mower blade produces a strong suction across the ground, pulling up grass to be cut precisely. This suction can also circulate dust and suck up in the deck of the Must-Have Mower Blades Sharpeners, which can cause rapid wear.

A high-lift blade on the other hand it sucks up grass and then propels it forward, allowing for easy disposal into the bag or side discharge chute. The blades usually are more curved in surface, and also have additional cutting edges to provide better mulching performance.

The best results can be obtained by choosing the right blade for your lawnmowers. To make sure you're purchasing the correct type of blade, inspect it for a part number or product code that is compatible with the parts list of your unit located in the user manual. Make sure that the pattern of the blade's center holes matches the original. After you're confident that it fits correctly then you can secure it to the mower using the washer and nuts included.

They Lift Grass

 

 

The larger edges of the high lift blades take in a pocket of air while the mower is in motion. This creates an air cushion that decreases friction and cuts and gives more uniform cuts. It also sucks up the clippings and pushes them to the side discharge chute or grass bag for easy removal.

They are ideal for cutting dense grasses that tend to clump. These blades are great on dry or wet lawns however they might not work well when mowing dusty or sandy surfaces because they may catch dirt and then throw it and stones in the air.

Take the appropriate safety precautions in the process of changing the lawn mower's blade. You'll need to park the mower on a level area, take off the key from the ignition, and then raise the deck of your mower to access the blade. The bolts that keep the blade in place are able to be removed and a new one installed.

They Discharge Grass

 

 

The wide edges of high-lift blades create an air pocket between them and the grass when they are moving through the lawn, reducing friction and resistance. The suction generated by the blades lifts the grass clippings and propels them into the side discharge chute to allow to make it easy to dispose of them.

Low-lift blades are better suited for cutting sandy soil since they do not produce enough suction to raise grass up. They're also more prone to damage from stones and other debris that enter the mower when cutting.

Standard, all-purpose or 2-in-1 blades are more commonly used on regular mowers as well as one that have a rear bagging attachment. These blades feature a slight curve on the edge which reduces the clumping and also helps better distribute grass clippings over your lawn. But, they only have moderate air circulation, which could cause a strain on your engine and reduce the control you have over clipping distribution.