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<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\nHigh lift lawn mower blades<\/strong><\/h2>\nHigh lift lawn mower blades create\u00a0a lot of lift due to the exaggerated fin on the non-cutting edge side of the blade.<\/p>\n
When to use high lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- During the cool season<\/li>\n
- When cutting wet\/tall grass (Grass over\u00a03″ tall)<\/li>\n
- When bagging your clippings<\/li>\n
- When cutting flimsy grass such as turf-type tall fescue<\/li>\n
- Healthy Turf<\/li>\n
- Landscaper preferred<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use high lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- In sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0Low\u00a0lift\u00a0lawn\u00a0mower\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\nLow lift lawn mower blades create little\u00a0lift due to the exaggerated fin on the non-cutting edge side of the blade.<\/p>\n
When to use low lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Warm season<\/li>\n
- When cutting dry\/short grass (Grass under 3″ tall)<\/li>\n
- When cutting\u00a0rigid\u00a0grass such as\u00a0Bermudagrass<\/li>\n
- In sandy soil conditions (see flat blades too)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use low lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- When cutting\u00a0grass over 3.5″<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nGator\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\nGator\u00a0blades are also referred to as\u00a03-in-1.\u00a0<\/strong>Gator blades are often used by professional mowing companies in the fall to shred leaves as they mow. Some companies\u00a0run gator blades all year long.<\/p>\nGator blades also shred longer grass blades before being discharged from the mower’s deck. Gator blades do create some lift.<\/p>\n
When to use\u00a0gator blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- In the fall<\/li>\n
- When mowing overgrown grass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use\u00a0gator blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Possible issues in sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nMulching\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\nMulching blades mulch the grass clippings to allow for returning the grass clippings to the soil as natural nutrients. They reduce clumping and help with streaking.<\/p>\n
It is important to note, you can certainly discharge the clippings from the mower’s deck back into the lawn without mulching blades as long as you are cutting your grass on a frequent enough basis.<\/p>\n
When to use mulching blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- When mowing every 3 to 4 days<\/li>\n
- When discharging the clippings or bagging<\/li>\n
- When following the\u00a01\/3 rule<\/a>(only remove 1\/3 or less of the grass blade each time you mow)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use mulching blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- When cutting overgrown grass<\/li>\n
- When cutting wet grass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nFlat\u00a0lawn\u00a0mower\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\nFlat\u00a0lawn mower blades create\u00a0zero lift due to the blade being completely flat.<\/p>\n
When to use\u00a0flat lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- In extremely sandy soil conditions or when cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use\u00a0flat\u00a0lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Most of the time! Only use flat lawn mower blades when in extremely sandy soil conditions and cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You can search our free illustrated diagrams<\/a> to purchase your Lawn Mower Blades. All you will need is your lawn mower model number or a lawn mower blade part number. If you want to search for your lawn mower blade\u00a0click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
You May Also Enjoy These Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\nFuel Tips for your Outdoor Power Equipment<\/a><\/p>\n5 Reasons to Use Pre-Mixed Fuel<\/a><\/p>\nLawn Mower Maintenance Checklist<\/a><\/p>\nTypes of Lawn Mower Blades<\/a><\/p>\nBuyer\u2019s Guide to Walk Behind Lawn Mowers<\/a><\/p>\nMower Maintenance<\/a><\/p>\nWhy Weingartz?<\/p>\n
Weingartz, family owned and operated, began in 1945 as a farm supply store for local Michigan families. In the 1970s, we began to focus exclusively on outdoor power equipment. Over time, we morphed into the \u201cpower equipment superstore\u201d that now defines all of our locations. The staff and experts at Weingartz work diligently to provide the best service possible and give honest and helpful advice to each and every customer.<\/p>\n
Weingartz also sells parts for all outdoor power equipment at\u00a0https:\/\/weingartz.com\/parts-lookup<\/a>.<\/p>\nWeingartz
6585 Dixie Hwy.
Clarkston, MI 48346-3421
(248) 620-5258
info@weingartz.com<\/p>\n
Connect With Us!<\/strong><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WeingartzLawnToSnow<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/twitter.com\/Weingartz<\/a><\/p>\nhttp:\/\/pinterest.com\/MrWeingartz<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Sign up<\/a>\u00a0for our electronic monthly newsletter for discounts and money-saving tips.<\/p>\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0![\"Shop](\"https:\/\/dpnpkc5d7tozg-develop-sr3snxi.us-3.tst.site\/expert-advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/ShopParts211x110.jpg\")
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- \n
- During the cool season<\/li>\n
- When cutting wet\/tall grass (Grass over\u00a03″ tall)<\/li>\n
- When bagging your clippings<\/li>\n
- When cutting flimsy grass such as turf-type tall fescue<\/li>\n
- Healthy Turf<\/li>\n
- Landscaper preferred<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use high lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- In sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n\u00a0Low\u00a0lift\u00a0lawn\u00a0mower\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Low lift lawn mower blades create little\u00a0lift due to the exaggerated fin on the non-cutting edge side of the blade.<\/p>\n
When to use low lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Warm season<\/li>\n
- When cutting dry\/short grass (Grass under 3″ tall)<\/li>\n
- When cutting\u00a0rigid\u00a0grass such as\u00a0Bermudagrass<\/li>\n
- In sandy soil conditions (see flat blades too)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use low lift lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- When cutting\u00a0grass over 3.5″<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nGator\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Gator\u00a0blades are also referred to as\u00a03-in-1.\u00a0<\/strong>Gator blades are often used by professional mowing companies in the fall to shred leaves as they mow. Some companies\u00a0run gator blades all year long.<\/p>\n
Gator blades also shred longer grass blades before being discharged from the mower’s deck. Gator blades do create some lift.<\/p>\n
When to use\u00a0gator blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- In the fall<\/li>\n
- When mowing overgrown grass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use\u00a0gator blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Possible issues in sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nMulching\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Mulching blades mulch the grass clippings to allow for returning the grass clippings to the soil as natural nutrients. They reduce clumping and help with streaking.<\/p>\n
It is important to note, you can certainly discharge the clippings from the mower’s deck back into the lawn without mulching blades as long as you are cutting your grass on a frequent enough basis.<\/p>\n
When to use mulching blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- When mowing every 3 to 4 days<\/li>\n
- When discharging the clippings or bagging<\/li>\n
- When following the\u00a01\/3 rule<\/a>(only remove 1\/3 or less of the grass blade each time you mow)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use mulching blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- When cutting overgrown grass<\/li>\n
- When cutting wet grass<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\nFlat\u00a0lawn\u00a0mower\u00a0blades<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Flat\u00a0lawn mower blades create\u00a0zero lift due to the blade being completely flat.<\/p>\n
When to use\u00a0flat lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- In extremely sandy soil conditions or when cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
When not to use\u00a0flat\u00a0lawn mower blades:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Most of the time! Only use flat lawn mower blades when in extremely sandy soil conditions and cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You can search our free illustrated diagrams<\/a> to purchase your Lawn Mower Blades. All you will need is your lawn mower model number or a lawn mower blade part number. If you want to search for your lawn mower blade\u00a0click\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
You May Also Enjoy These Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n
Fuel Tips for your Outdoor Power Equipment<\/a><\/p>\n
5 Reasons to Use Pre-Mixed Fuel<\/a><\/p>\n
Lawn Mower Maintenance Checklist<\/a><\/p>\n
Types of Lawn Mower Blades<\/a><\/p>\n
Buyer\u2019s Guide to Walk Behind Lawn Mowers<\/a><\/p>\n
Mower Maintenance<\/a><\/p>\n
Why Weingartz?<\/p>\n
Weingartz, family owned and operated, began in 1945 as a farm supply store for local Michigan families. In the 1970s, we began to focus exclusively on outdoor power equipment. Over time, we morphed into the \u201cpower equipment superstore\u201d that now defines all of our locations. The staff and experts at Weingartz work diligently to provide the best service possible and give honest and helpful advice to each and every customer.<\/p>\n
Weingartz also sells parts for all outdoor power equipment at\u00a0https:\/\/weingartz.com\/parts-lookup<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Weingartz
6585 Dixie Hwy.
Clarkston, MI 48346-3421
(248) 620-5258
info@weingartz.com<\/p>\nConnect With Us!<\/strong><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WeingartzLawnToSnow<\/a><\/p>\n
https:\/\/twitter.com\/Weingartz<\/a><\/p>\n
http:\/\/pinterest.com\/MrWeingartz<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Sign up<\/a>\u00a0for our electronic monthly newsletter for discounts and money-saving tips.<\/p>\n
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- Most of the time! Only use flat lawn mower blades when in extremely sandy soil conditions and cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- In extremely sandy soil conditions or when cutting a rigid grass type<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Possible issues in sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- When cutting\u00a0grass over 3.5″<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- In sandy soil conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n