HOW TO CREATE A PERFECT LAWN EDGE

Designed for those hard-to-reach areas that a lawnmower just can’t get to, a line trimmer is the perfect tool to turn the messiest of garden paths into something you’d see in a garden magazine.

STEP 1: WATCH OUT FOR HAZARDS

Clear the area of any stones, branches, and toys. Once you’ve got the all clear, check that your cutting attachment mounted correctly. Also, ensure you're wearing trousers and shoes, and that other people are at least 15 metres away from your work.

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STEP 1: WATCH OUT FOR HAZARDS

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STEP 2: HOW TO HOLD YOUR LINE TRIMMER

With two hands - one on the trigger and the other on the stabiliser. A firm yet relaxed grip will minimise vibration so you don’t get exhausted by the end of the job.

STEP 2: HOW TO HOLD YOUR LINE TRIMMER

With two hands - one on the trigger and the other on the stabiliser. A firm yet relaxed grip will minimise vibration so you don’t get exhausted by the end of the job.

STEP 3: GET TO KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

Keep your cutting guard on so your nylon is always at the right length and you’re not covered in grass cuttings by the end of the job. Top Tip: cut using the tip of the nylon - you'll actually cut faster.

STEP 3: GET TO KNOW YOUR TRIMMER

STEP 4: TRIMMING YOUR LAWN EDGE

Turning your line trimmer to a vertical position will ensure you get a perfect straight line. Top tip: if you want more time between edging, go back over the edge at a 45 degree angle. It'll take longer for the grass to grow back.

STEP 4: TRIMMING YOUR LAWN EDGE

STEP 5: AVOIDING RING-BARKING

Ring-barking is one of the most common line-trimming mistakes. It's when the trimmer whips the bark at the base, which can kill the tree. Instead, use the handy steel hoop guard and save the trees. If your trimmer doesn’t have a hoop guard, keep the nylon away from the tree.