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Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I'm an avid gardener and these are the top 3 tools I use to keep my lawn in good shape
If I had to choose between a perfect lawn or perfect flowerbeds, I would always, 100%, opt for flowers over grass. However, I like the whole look to come together, which is why I still invest time in lawn care. Having an electric or gas lawnmower takes the hard work out of crafting an immaculate lawn, but I still rely on three other top tools to up my lawn's curb appeal. Here, I dive into the lawn care tools I use to keep my lawn shipshape. There's no mistaking that regularly mowing your lawn keeps it looking neat and tidy, but it requires a little more work to create an enviable, immaculate plot. I always rely on my garden edger to neaten the perimeter of my lawn after it's been mown. It creates a clean, manicured look and a distinct line between my flowerbeds and pathways. You could invest in lawn edging to create a physical barrier, such as EasyFlex No-Big Landscape Edging, which is $31 at Amazon, but I prefer to use a tool. You can choose between power edgers and manual tools. A power edger requires either gas or electricity to operate, and its rotating blades slice through the grass to form a neat edge. They are quicker to use than their manual counterparts and are more suitable for larger landscapes. Greenworks currently has a Brushless Edger on sale for $212 at Amazon, although for a budget-friendly option, you could try the Amazon Basics Double Edge Bladed Electric Corded Lawn Edger for $89 at Amazon. As I don't have an extensive lawn, my preference is for a manual lawn edger. I've been using Burgon & Ball's Half Moon Lawn Edger, which is £31 direct from Burgon & Ball in the U.K. However, for a U.S. equivalent, I'd recommend the AMES Saw-Tooth Border Edger, which is currently reduced by 24% to $30 at Amazon. This landscaping edger cuts trenches and creates, clean, finished lawn edges along driveways, lawns and sidewalks. The serrated steel blades easily cuts through grass and soil and has a footplate for control and consistency. Most of your lawn can be tackled by using a lawn mower, but there will be hard-to-reach places where you'll need to rely on another tool. Sheds, fences, flowerbeds, and children's play areas can all be sites where your mower won't reach, and although a lawn edger can tidy a border, it doesn't have the muster to trim long grass. Here's where a garden string trimmer comes in handy, although you might hear it being referred to as a weed whacker, which sounds far more fun. You can buy gas, or electric-powered versions, although if you have a large yard, I'd recommend using a gas-powered trimmer or a cordless electric trimmer so you don't have to juggle with a power cable. Rather than cutting with a sharp blade, trimmers operate using a nylon wire that rotates at such a speed the wire becomes stiff and can cut through grass and weeds. They are more expensive than lawn edgers, but they serve a different purpose. Greenworks has a 48V Cordless String Trimmer that's currently reduced by 26% to $169 at Amazon. However, Flymo recommends using a petrol-powered trimmer for dense grass, as the internal combustion engine can spin the wire much faster than other types of trimmers. But for smaller jobs, an electric or battery trimmer will be up to the task. This versatile tool easily converts from trimming to edging and includes a razor sharp blade for the smartest lawn borders on the street. It offers fast cutting up to 9000 RPM, with a 22 minute maximum run time, and weighs in at just over 5 pounds. And right now you can save $27. I don't mind a weed or two, and during No Mow May, I tend to let my lawn do its thing, but there's no denying that a weed-free lawn looks neater than one riddled with dandelions. There are not many gardeners who would admit to enjoying the chore of weeding. I compare it to dusting my house; it has to be done, I just wish someone else would do it! And I don't like the idea of using weed killers, so it's up to me. Getting down on your hands is fine, but boy, do I need a knee pad these days. I remove plenty of dandelions and other weeds, which have long tap roots, with Burgon & Ball's Dandelion Weeder, available for $18 at Amazon. However, Mike Prospero, my colleague and U.S. Editor-in-Chief, prefers using a long-handled tool. His knees and back are obviously in even worse shape than mine. He now uses Grampa's Weeder, which is $39 at Amazon. It may be twice the price of my preferred option, but it allows him to keep his dignity, as you don't need to bend, pull, or kneel to remove the pesky weeds. The four-claw design can get rid of weeds in soft soil. You simply drive the prongs down on either side of a dandelion, step on the lever with one foot, and push the pole down towards the ground. The result? The dandelion and root pop out. For drier soil, you could try Fiskars' 4-Claw Stand-up Weeder, which has sharper blades and is available for $48 at Amazon. This lightweight, long shaft handle weed puller has an easy-eject design. Four serrated, stainless steel claws firmly grab the weeds and roots for permanent removal. It also has a comfortable, wide foot platform, and sharp blades to penetrate tough soil.
CNET
18-06-2025
- Business
- CNET
Amazon Deals of the Day: Upgrade Your Summer Movie Nights With 40% Off a New 50-Inch TV
Amazon sells a wide array of products, with new ones arriving across categories like home essentials, tech gear and wellness items daily. As much as the retail giant loves adding new products, Amazon also loves cutting prices. But deciding which deals are worth grabbing (and which aren't) is a full-time job -- our job, specifically. That's why we scope out the top deals for you. Today, we spotted a 50-inch F50 Insignia TV down to a new record-low price at 40% off. We also found the budget-friendly Anker P20i earbuds for half off, bringing them back to their all time low. And finally, if you're getting your lawn ready, enjoy a new low on the Greenworks 80V cordless dual blade lawn mower. Summer movie nights call for a new TV. A great option is the already affordable Insignia F50. This 50-inch screen offers 4K Ultra HD resolution. It's also backlit which will give you saturated, vibrant colors, top of the line brightness and crystal clear details. It's a streamers dream with access to popular services such as Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, and more. Of course, it comes with the Amazon Alexa Voice Remote giving you a hands-free experience. This remote even works with other Alexa-smart devices, so you control all your Alexa devices with just one remote. And if you have kids, you'll love the PIN-protected parental controls to help you keep your kids safe. This TV is normally $300 but it's down to a new low of $180 right now, don't miss out. Just about everyone I know, including myself, keeps a pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds on them at just about all times. From commuting to work to taking calls in public to going to the gym, a good pair of earbuds is a game changer. And that doesn't mean they have to cost you hundreds of dollars. The Soundcore by Anker P20i earbuds are a pretty great option at an even greater price. These earbuds have built-in microphones, which is great for taking calls. There are also over 20 preset equalizers to choose from so you can pick the sound you like best. It runs for a while, too, with 10 hours of battery life per charge, and the case boosts that up to 30 hours. These buds are water-resistant, so it's okay if things get a little sweaty. Usually $40, these earbuds are now half off bringing them back to their all time low of just 20 bucks. If you're still pushing around a heavy, corded lawn mower that really only lets you mow half the lawn comfortably before having to plug it in somewhere else, it's time for an upgrade. A self-propelled, cordless mower is just what you need. The Ego Power Plus cordless electric mower is a great option. It has a pretty powerful cutting torch so you don't have to go over one area multiple times. It runs for 55 minutes per charge, too -- likely enough for you to mow your lawn without needing to re-up on battery. You can adjust the height as well to give you the most comfortable experience. And with precision cutting and LED lights for you to see clearly, you'll be able to have the most perfect lawn possible. This mower is usually $449 but this record low discount drops that down to just $349. With so many deals on Amazon, deciding which ones are worth your money can be difficult. But CNET's combed through what the world's largest online retailer has to offer and gathered the best deals for you to peruse.
Tom's Guide
17-06-2025
- General
- Tom's Guide
I got fed up wasting time using a weed whacker to remove weeds, so I tried an electric pressure washer instead — here's what happened
I've been a first-time homeowner for two and a half years now and one thing I've learned in that time is that weeds are annoying. Like really, they're relentless and take up a lot of my time during the weekends — especially with the pavers on my driveway that can easily be inundated by them. For the past two summers, I've been using my Greenworks weed whacker to whittle away at those stubborn weeds around my pavers. All of my effort has been futile. I finally got fed up using my weed whacker and decided to try an electric pressure washer. Here's what happened. You'll find several handy uses with the Stihl REA 100 Plus electric pressure washer, which features a maximum pressure of 2,200 psi. It comes with a hose attachment, 19.5-foot hose length, and a battery pack to let you pressure wash just about anywhere thanks to its all-electric check: $649 @ Ace Hardware Having watched so many gardening hacks and videos on TikTok and Instagram, I know how well some of them could be at my weed problem at home — like the time I tried the viral Grampa's Weeder. For my pavers though, I tried out the Stihl REA 100 Plus electric pressure washer to see how effective it is over using my weed whacker. After making sure the battery pack was charged, I connected the 3-in-1 nozzle and built-in detergent hose to the reel, which neatly is rolled up inside of the unit and offers 19.5 feet of length. On the other end, I connected my water supply hose line for continuous use. It took me a few tries and switching through all the nozzle spray options to figure out what was most effective at removing stuck-on weeds in between my pavers, but once I figured it out, I was impressed at how effortlessly it blasted them away. Some of the deeper-rooted weeds that often came back when I used my weed whacker were no match this time against the Stihl REA 100 Plus. That's because this all-electric pressure washer delivers a maximum pressure of 2,200 psi, which allows the water stream to penetrate deeper into the areas in between the pavers. Normally it would take me about 30 minutes to carefully go through the same small patch of pavers with my weed whacker, but the Stihl REA 100 Plus' intensive stream does it half the time. However, there were still some weeds that survived the first pass — but they appeared to be dying the following day. Trying to get the same results would've taken me much longer with my weed whacker, as well as going through more string trimmer lines. Overall, I'm surprised by how much quicker it is to use a pressure washer for removing weeds in between pavers. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. In the subsequent weeks, I found other uses with the Stihl REA 100 Plus. I've actually used to clean off the sides of my Traeger wood pellet grill and also the siding around my home. There's also another set of pavers closer to my garage that are covered in moss, but the Stihl REA 100 Plus made it way easier to blast them off. I've tried countless times with my weed whacker, but found it ineffective and time-intensive. And finally, I really like how it's compact and portable to carry around all around my property for all sorts of jobs. Due to its battery power, it's also extremely quiet to operate. For those that need to use it elsewhere without access to a water hose line, I really love how I can connect it to a water tank or bucket to supply it with water — making it much more travel friendly that a traditional gas-powered pressure washer.
Daily Mirror
04-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Cordless strimmer that 'cuts through plants like butter' has a mega £50 saving
With the good weather set to return next week, now's the time to grab a cordless strimmer that's set to be 'so much easier to use than petrol models' as it gets slashed by £50 off Whether you're tackling tall grass, shrubbery, weeds or overgrown woodland areas, this cordless strimmer could be your new best friend. Currently up for grabs with a massive £50 off, the Greenworks 40V Cordless Brushcutter Grass Strimmer has landed on an Amazon sale in plenty of time for the coming heatwave or for gifting this Father's Day. The durable and well-balanced brush cutter boasts 40V of power and a brushless motor that gives unmatched power and run times. Supplied with a harness and adjustable D-grip handle for extra comfort and control while in use, this gardening gem has received plenty of praise from Amazon shoppers in over 1000 reviews. Powered by an advanced battery that can be used in any Greenworks 40V tool, this strimmer cuts down on waste while saving money and storage space. The dual line strimmer comes armed with a diameter of 2mm, which powers through the toughest of long grass. What's more, you can change the head to a blade in seconds, letting you seamlessly cut through tough weeds. Ideal for everything from allotments to larger gardens, where more line is needed, this strimmer comes with an extendable line to make cleaning up even easier. Its cordless design lets you wave goodbye to wielding the strimmer while cords get in the way. Plus, shoppers have been quick to praise the longevity of the batteries that come with this strimmer, saying the battery lasts long enough to complete the whole yard's work. Normally retailing for £269.99, this Cordless Strimmer and 2-Battery set is currently up for grabs for £219.99 while this deal lasts. That said, you'll want to hurry as there's no telling how long this sale will last. Join our Shopping & Deals WhatsApp for the best bargains and fashion news WHATSAPP: Get the best deals and exclusive discount codes straight to your phone via our WhatsApp group. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. Some of these articles will contain affiliate links where we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from them. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Amazon customers have bestowed this gardening gadget with plenty of 5-star reviews. One thrilled shopper shares: "Having used a petrol Husqvarna strimmer for many years that has given me great service but finally died a death this year I took the plunge to go for this 40v Greenworks strimmer/bushcutter. Glad I did! It is so much easier to use and control than the petrol one, besides being much quieter! I can use it for longer without vibration affecting my hands and wrists. It has two speed settings, and on the lowest, which is perfectly good for regular strimming with the line-feed, each battery lasts for about half an hour - good for a large garden!" Further praise comes from this buyer who beams: "I bought this to clear dense brush and brambles from my wooded area. With the metal blade attached it cuts through it like a knife through butter. The only criticism would be the battery life. I get roughly 45 - 60 minutes of cutting time in each battery. It doesn't concern me too much because the machine itself is really well made with a powerful brushless motor. No overheating of the motor itself. All in all well worth the money." A third chimes in: "Without doubt, this is a fantastic Strimmer. Ok, I paid top bucks £228. But this does the job. It's not a cheap plastic Chinese tool, this is a rugged pro/consumer machine. The brush cutter is industrial and cuts the most stubborn brush; the strimmer is the business. Cutting grass with a nice, even cut. The batteries have a good life and take around 30 minutes to charge. Fed up with a crap machine buy this one you wont be sorry." And another customer enthuses: "I was a bit unsure changing from petrol to cordless but this strimmer does the job really well. The batteries last easily to cover the garden. It was easy to assemble and easy to use I am really impressed." This shopper shares: "Easy to assemble and use. Battery lasted a surprisingly long time. So much better than a petrol one!" And a sixth enthuses: "For a weak framed person such as me it is perfect and I now can clear the edges without the need to go on hands and knees with shears. Perfect." If you prefer shopping elsewhere, take a peek at B&Q's offering with this Ryobi ONE+ 18V 300mm Cordless Grass trimmer for £125. For those keeping to a budget, Argos has a more budget-friendly pick with this McGregor 23cm Cordless Grass Trimmer for £38.25, down from £45.
New York Post
03-06-2025
- Business
- New York Post
This 40V Cordless Lawn Mower from Greenworks is 30% off today on Amazon
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Don't look now, readers, but it's lawn mowing season again. As May ticks into June, pants get shorter and your HOA's priorities begin to switch from ensuring snow-blown sidewalks to weeding out overgrown lawns. Better a blade of grass on the chopping block than you! And we can think of no better way to get you chore-ready than with a great deal on a brand-new high-powered lawn mower. If it has to get done, it may as well get done right, right? That's why today on Amazon, we recommend you pick up the Greenworks 40V 16-Inch Cordless Lawn Mower, available for 30% off What better place to go green than your lawn, after all? Greenworks promises that their 40V lawn mower delivers more power and performance than a typical gas-powered mower, without the noise, fumes, or harmful emissions. Go green and save some green today on Amazon with a little help from Greenworks. Amazon The Greenworks 40V 16-Inch Cordless Lawn Mower (model 25322) is an eco-friendly, battery-powered mower ideal for small to medium-sized lawns. It features a 16-inch cutting deck, 5-position height adjustment, and a 2-in-1 system for mulching and rear bagging. Powered by a 4.0Ah lithium-ion battery, it offers up to 40 minutes of runtime and recharges in 120 minutes. Weighing just 37.5 pounds, it's easy to maneuver and store. Best of all? It's available for 30% off on Amazon. This article was written by P.J. McCormick, New York Post Commerce Deals Writer/Reporter. P.J. is an expert deal-finder, sifting through endless brands and retailers to deliver only the best savings opportunities on truly worthwhile products. P.J. finds Prime Day-worthy deals all year long on some of our favorite products we've tested and our readers' beloved best-sellers, from Wayfair furniture sales to the lowest prices on Apple AirPods. P.J. has been scouring sales for Post Wanted shoppers since 2022 and previously held positions at Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and Hyperallergic. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change. Hunting for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping with Post Wanted.
