Sun Joe AJ801E 13 in. 12 Amp Electric Scarifier + Lawn Dethatcher w/Collection Bag, Green

 Sun Joe AJ801E 13 in. 12 Amp Electric Scarifier + Lawn Dethatcher w/Collection Bag, Green

 About this item

•     Powerful: 12-amp motor rakes a 13" wide path to get your job done faster
•     Adjustable deck: tailor raking depth with 5-position depth control
•     Scarified: use the Scarified function to cut grass roots for thicker growth, healthier lawns
•     Air boost technology: spring Steel tines for maximum thatch pickup
•     Accessories: detachable thatch collection bag for easy disposal

How to mow the lawn on a slope

Once you have a lawn mower and the grass in your garden does not stop growing, it's time to get down to work.

Wait, don't you have your own machine yet !? Don't you know which one is the right one? In maquinacortacesped.com we have a step-by-step guide to help you make the decision without margin of error and to make sure you can see the analysis of the different types:

Now yes, there is no excuse for not having the essential tool and we are going to explain step by step how to cut the lawn, from the most basic to the most advanced.

How to mow the lawn

If you still do not control when you have to read our article.

Once the right moment is clarified, what you have to know is how the lawn should be cut so that it looks good and you can enjoy it as soon as possible without making the typical mistakes.

If, like mortals, you do not have the budget for a lawn mowing service or if you enjoy taking care of what has cost you so much to achieve, we are going to teach you all the secrets so that you finally have the garden of your dreams.

The first thing to be clear about is that organization is key to not turning a relatively simple task into hours of insufferable work. To do this, check the following before starting:

• Remove the obstacles that may impede your freedom of movement, especially the typical pots that are placed on the edges of the lawn. If you do it at the beginning you will not have to be constantly stopping and starting the machine.
• Collect all the material that you are going to use:
• Your cutting machine: check that it is ready (blades, gasoline, oil, battery ...)
• Protection material: glasses, gloves, footwear, mask ...
• Bag for waste. We recommend that you make use of a garden container that will prevent the bag from closing when filling it.
• Decide how high you want to leave the grass and what cutting technique is best for you, so you don't have to improvise and ruin the aesthetic stripes.
• Evaluate if you are interested in taking advantage of other lawn maintenance tasks such as replanting an area, fertilizing, or scarifying.

General Rules for Mowing Lawn

The most basic thing is that to cut the grass you have to make parallel paths passing with the machine on the grass. It's that easy, you start in one corner and end in the opposite.

Now, if your terrain is an irregular surface, it is best to divide it into sectors and cut one by one.

If you have slopes , it is recommended that the lines be perpendicular, that is, do not go uphill-downhill, but from one side to the other at the same level of inclination. You will appreciate it especially if your machine has a motor and manual traction because you will not have to push all its weight up.

On the other hand, you should avoid mowing wet grass . Two reasons: the grass will be more caked, which makes it difficult to cut and damages its quality, and the mechanisms of the tool you are using can also get stuck, especially if it is a manual lawnmower. That is why we advise you to cut the grass before watering.

We know, it is true that sometimes the grass cannot be cut dry simply because the environment moistens it. In these cases, as we have said above, try to remove as much water as possible with a garden broom, but be very careful not to damage the grass.

Another difficulty you may encounter is that the grass has grown a lot, it has happened to all of us. But then the question is, how do you cut the grass when it is very high ? To do it well, it is best to first pass a lawn rake trying to align the stems and remove small branches and stones that make it difficult for the blades to work.

Select the maximum cutting height and lower it with different passes until you reach the desired level. If you try to cut long lengths from the first moment, it is possible that the machine will jam or that there will be uncut areas.

That is not all but it is enough to get out of the way and leave the grass short. If what you want to have is a spectacular green carpet, you must know the cutting techniques that most do not apply due to ignorance but that turn your effort into a professional cut. In the next few lines we will tell you how to do it in an easy way to enjoy its results.

Special features of each Tool

You already know the bases to leave your lawn short, regular and uniform. Now, depending on the tool you use, the procedure can vary.

How to cut the lawn with a machine?

Whether manual or motorized, using a lawn mower will be necessary in almost all cases.

The mower without a motor has no mystery, you have to pass its cutting cylinder through every meter of grass. We recommend incorporating (if you do not have it) a basket that collects the grass chips that are leaving, since if you are not going to mulch you will have to sweep them later.

If you are going to use a corded electric lawnmower, the most important thing is that you make sure it is long enough, you can guarantee it with an extension cord . The only difficulty you can find is that the cable unravels while you use it.

 To avoid this, place it on the floor free of obstacles so that it can be unrolled as you pull. Of course, cut away more and more from the plug and not the other way around because that way you will avoid stepping on the cable meters when you return.

It would be different if you were to use a battery powered mower . Then the only thing you have to worry about is that it is sufficiently charged to last the whole day.

In both cases, starting is really simple, consisting of pressing a button that, depending on the model, will have to be combined with operating a lever for more safety.


If your tool is addicted to gasoline it is no longer so simple. The greater power has to have something against it and that is that it requires a little more preparation.

Check that you have full oil and gasoline tanks according to the instructions for use. You may need to prime the engine to start it, this is usually a rubber button that is pressed multiple times. Then yes, you give a tug on the starter strap while operating, if necessary, the safety crank and voila! Ready to mow.

Regardless of how your machine's engine is powered, take extra care when making U-turns while mowing the lawn. These machines usually weigh a minimum of about 10 kg so if you turn them the wrong way you can tear up grass and dirt.

To do it well, lift the rear wheels and turn a little, then with the front wheels and so on until you get the desired position. It is slower without a doubt, but destroying your garden to gain a few seconds is not profitable.

How to cut the lawn with a tractor?

If you are lucky enough to have a very large garden and you envy those perfectly arranged sports stadiums by wondering how they will cut the grass of a football field, we have the answer: lawn mowing tractors.

It does not necessarily have to be yellow, you can choose the color you like, yes, the type of tractor is the right one. These machines run on gasoline and require a lot of space to maneuver.

In addition, if you want to get that professional cut and attention to detail, you will have to use a built-in roller to leave those spectacular stripes, as we tell you in the second part.

The operation is similar to a vehicle: key to start, accelerator and brake, and you turn with the steering wheel. Like driving a car, it is fun and precisely for that reason, maximum caution.

How to cut the lawn without a machine?

This question may seem surprising but the truth is that many people find that none of the mower options are perfectly suited to their needs and then they choose not to make that financial outlay. We present the alternatives that you can take advantage of, to cut the lawn without a lawnmower.

Cutting the grass with a brush cutter is, in these cases, the best option. Keep in mind that the land must be small if not, choose a machine with more capacity. The trimmers work with a motor that can be electric or gasoline, in addition, depending on the width of the cut, the type of blades and the resistance of its materials, various prices are offered.

Although they are a familiar tool, many people do not know how to cut grass with an edger. You will have to hold it with the strength of your arms, so we recommend that your model have handles for both hands.

The truth is that they are incredibly useful as a complement to a traditional machine because they allow you to reach difficult areas such as that grass that grows between the stones of a path, or the limits of the lawn with the house.




Ok it's true, the brush cutter is a machine too… If what you are looking for is something even simpler, even rudimentary, you still have other possibilities such as cutting the lawn with scissors , with a machete or with a flock of sheep.

Seriously, be very careful if you try to use a machete or similar (there are people who do), but in the case of scissors it can certainly work. Logically you will not be able to cut 100 meters with scissors, but they can be a good substitute for the brush cutter to outline those areas where you cannot reach with your main machine.