Garden Tools & Supplies

Garden tillers are an indispensible tool for gardeners of any experience level, from amateurs to professionals. Garden tillers make quick work of mixing amendments and fertilizer into native soils...

Yard tools are an important and often expensive collection of necessary items for maintaining your lawn and landscaping. During normal usage, yard tools are exposed to dirt, grass, roots, sap and...

Gardening tools often get neglected and rarely see proper maintenance. With the rising cost of all goods you can save yourself some money by maintaining your tools. Proper maintenance will not...

Tecumseh small engines are found on many brands of power equipment including Ariens, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Yard Machines, Toro, Husqvarna, and many others. Small engines require regular...

Every 4-cycle engine requires engine oil, unlike 2-cycle engines in which oil is added to the fuel for lubrication. Four-cycle engine oil is stored in a reservoir and distributed among the working...

There is nothing more aggravating than a stubborn piece of lawn equipment that will not start! Weeds are just laughing at you while you pull that string over and over. Not anymore! Read this ehow...

You may see various old tools across the countryside that are on display in homes or outdoors as antiques and heirlooms. These old tools may still be useful for the purpose intended as long as...

All rototillers, regardless of the make or model, must be maintained in order to operate under peak performance. Honda rototillers are no exception. While Honda small engines have a high...

A Leaf blower is one of the hardest working tools in your yard. I like mine so much that I named him Larry and make an appointment with him about once a week in the summer. Our friendship...

A good quality set of hand pruners, known as "secateurs" in some parts of the world, can make your gardening tasks far more enjoyable than inexpensive tools. Cheap secateurs may last a season or...

When a snowstorm hits, you want your snowblower to start right up. Maintaining the machine is not difficult. Keep the engine full of fresh fuel and be sure the air filters are clean. Start each...

For more than 50 years citronella oil has been used to repel bugs. One of its most common uses is in candles to ward off mosquitoes and biting flies. Because the candles are easily accessible,...

Chain saws typically operate with a manual or an automatic oiling scheme. Through the use of oil, the saw is kept from overheating while the chain and guide bar work. Oil also keeps the chain...

As winter turns into spring and spring into summer--maybe it’s time to spend a little time thinking about your yard tools. If you’re like most of us--spring somehow creeps up--and all of a sudden...

A good chainsaw is an indispensable tool when felling trees, pruning branches, cutting firewood and many other tasks that would be difficult to complete with a hand saw. High-quality chainsaws are...

Changing oil in Honda lawn mowers will prolong the life of your mower and keep it running efficiently. Honda recommends changing oil after every 25 hours of use. This simple procedure can be...

Keeping a lawnmower in top shape is one of the secrets to longevity, at least as far as your lawnmower goes. A little preventive maintenance goes a long way, and for a few minutes of your time a...

Well ,once spring fever sets in , everyone gets excited about the change of the seasons. Along with all the normal spring cleaning house task, preparing your lawn mower should not be avoided. A...

A dead pressure washer could be mean any number of things. Start with the battery and check the leads, which may just need to be cleaned. If the wires are arced, then replace them. Also, check the...

Cleaning your pocketknife should be done regularly to keep it in good working order. Maybe you picked one up at a flea market or you found an old knife that grandpa had placed in his tackle box....

The proper tools make any job easier. Gardening is no exception. When you have the proper tools at your disposal, gardening tasks become easier and the overall results of your work improve. Taking...

There’s a reason why people have garages. Nobody likes cranking wrenches in freezing weather. I recommend servicing your two-stage snow blower every fall before the cold weather numbs your knuckles.

If you lawn mower does not start after you have made sure it is properly cleaned and free from debris (see my article "How to Get your Lawn Mower Started - Cleaning the Mower"), the next...

Although many axe handles are well made, well treated and reinforced, they can still shrink and swell if they're made from wood. If an axe handle shrinks too much, the axe head can become loose,...

After a hard day of toiling in the garden, you may not have the energy to scrub those hand held spades, tillers and other common garden tools. But if you prepare ahead of time, you can quickly...

If you just purchased a new chainsaw and you are having trouble starting it, there are several things you could check before returning it to the store for a refund. You will learn how to quickly...

Many gardeners will tell you they're only as good as their tools. You'll save money in the long run by paying for good equipment, which will keep their edge with a little maintenance.Keep your...

Did sap invade you tools and now they are all sticky... Try these simple easy techniques to remove the sap

A sharpening stone is essential to a sharp knife. To keep your sharpening stone in good shape, it's important to clean it adequately. You should clean your sharpening stone after each use.

Gardening can be a pleasurable and profitable pastime. A beautiful lawn and flower beds can increase the curb appeal of your home and growing vegetables is one way to fight the rising cost of...

Your gardening tools are meant to last longer than your garden for one season. If you follow these simple instructions you will keep them clean and they will last for years.

Garden tools can last years, even decades, if you take good care of them. The easiest way to keep the blades of shovels, spades, pruners and hand tools in good shape is to keep them clean and rust...

The WeedEater Gas Powered Trimmer is powered by a 2-cycle air cooled engine. This type of engine requires a specific mixture of unleaded gasoline and high quality engine oil that is designed to...

Taking care of your garden tools is an important task. It helps keep your tools in good shape so they can do a better job for you.

There’s no real secret to keeping garden tools working for you. All you need to do is buy good quality tools to start with, then take proper care of them. The main enemies of garden tools are...

After your gardening chores are finished for the day, it is always a good idea to clean your shovels and hand trowels. Doing this will remove dirt, prevent rust, and make your tools last longer. ...

For most people, fall signals the end of the gardening season. It's time to put your gardening and yard tools away until next year. Here are a few tips to make sure that your tools stay in prime...

As farming activities wind down in autumn, take the time to winterize your farm equipment before cold weather hits. Winterizing farm equipment reduces your start up time in the spring, extends the...

A little maintenance on lawnmowers in the Fall when you prepare them for storage can make it much easier on you in the Spring when you take them out of storage for use. Fall storage preparation...

If working your garden's soil is getting harder and taking longer, it's time for a sharpening session. Spades, shovels, trowels and hoes all work better--and make your job easier--when their...

Tools can last for years if you take care of them. But don't worry; if your favorite shovel has gotten a tad rusty, it's a snap to make tools shiny as new.