The most important first step in tackling any task around your home or garden is determining the right tools for the job. STIHL offers a variety of trimmers and brush cutters with a wide range of options, including different handle variations, interchangeable cutting heads, and gas, electric, or battery options.
When deciding between a grass trimmer, brushcutter, or clearing saw, there are a few things to consider. The first is whether the location is accessible and safe to work in. If you don't feel safe working in the area or it is inaccessible, we recommend leaving this task to a professional. If your location is accessible and you feel comfortable tackling the tasks, you will want to look at the obstacles in your yard and the density of the vegetation you wish to clear.
You'll want to use a mowing line head for light landscaping around obstacles such as fences, water features or trees. Thanks to its easy-to-use features, the STIHL AutoCutTM head is the most popular line head in the STIHL range for grass trimmers and brush cutters. Using a mowing line head allows for more control - allowing you to perfect your edges and give a neat finish. If you find your line is breaking easily when mowing close to obstacles, try soaking it in water overnight. This will give the line more flexibility.
If you find you are using more mowing line than necessary, it may be worth looking at a STIHL PolyCutTM head, which features 3 thermoplastic blades, or the STIHL DuroCut head, which runs serrated lines up to 4mm thick. These are heavier-duty and ideal for cutting through taller, denser vegetation.
If you are looking to tackle thick bushes or woody vegetation, it is probably worth considering a more substantial cutting tool like a brush knife, shredder blade, or clearing saw. A clearing saw will allow you to cut close to the base of the branches on the bushes and trees to thin out the area effectively.
In short, grass trimmers are ideal for homeowners who want to clean up grass around the fence or under bushes. If fitted with the correct cutting head - they are also suitable for heavier jobs around the yard. Brushcutters will quickly clear large grassy areas, thorny scrub and bushes and are available in several variations. Clearing saws is invaluable when mowing tough grass, scrubbing, or removing vegetation on rugged terrain.
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*Disclaimer: Martin Deerline merged with Agland as of July 31, 2024, and is now known as Horizon Ag & Turf