| A weed trimmer can give a lawn that | | | | accessories can make their machine more |
| professionally manicured look without paying the | | | | versatile. Several of the newer models offer a |
| exorbitant prices charged by a service. From very | | | | quick release shaft to make this process simple |
| simple, inexpensive brands to heavy industrial | | | | because no tools are necessary to change the |
| styles, models are available to fit any individual | | | | parts. One of the most popular accessories is the |
| budget and situation. Light electric versions are | | | | addition of a small chain saw blade. This allows the |
| perfect for city dwellers with small areas to clear | | | | device to be used for removing low hanging limbs |
| near their houses or apartments, while people | | | | or thinning undergrowth. Another useful accessory |
| who live on several acres in the country would | | | | is a hedge trimming device. This gives operators |
| probably find a gas powered model more practical. | | | | the ability to prune and shape shrubs for safety |
| While most weedeaters use nylon string, the | | | | and aesthetic reasons. Some people find a |
| sturdier versions employ a metal blade. | | | | cultivator a useful implement for their trimmer. |
| No matter which type of trimmer a consumer | | | | Though small, this gives gardeners the ability to |
| decides to purchase, he or she will find it useful | | | | develop a plot for a flower or herb garden |
| for all kinds of yard work. This machine may be | | | | without a larger machine. |
| used to edge sidewalks and neatly trim around | | | | Consumers using one of these devices for the |
| outbuildings. Bush whackers can keep briars and | | | | first time should remember that safety is |
| thistles from encroaching on flower or vegetable | | | | important. It is best to wear safety goggles to |
| gardens. They are also perfect tools for clearing | | | | protect the eyes and long sleeved clothing, pants, |
| under fences or porches. Almost everyone has a | | | | and chaps during operation. Work shoes or boots |
| small area of lawn which is difficult to maneuver | | | | are also a good idea, and sandals or canvas shoes |
| with a lawn mower, and a line trimmer is perfect | | | | should be avoided when doing yard work. These |
| for these corners and crevices. It is also useful in | | | | machines should be run at reduced speeds when |
| swampy areas or ditches which do not drain well | | | | the operator nears an object like a fence post or |
| enough to use a regular mower easily. | | | | tree. This will keep the line from tangling or |
| Although most consumers begin by purchasing a | | | | breaking and can actually save time, while making |
| basic weed trimmer, many find that adding | | | | the job much easier. |