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  • a man knelt down on a lawn, checking the strimmer line on a STIHL grass trimmer

      Strimmers are designed to make light work of lawn edges, borders, and awkward patches of grass—but when the line refuses to feed, even a simple tidy-up can quickly become a frustrating stop-start job. The good news is that most strimmer line feeding issues are common, easy to diagnose, and even easier to fix. In [...]

  • a rear view shot of a woman using the STIHL FSA 60 Cordless Grass Trimmer in a garden

      If you want your garden looking neat and well-maintained, taking care of the finer details is essential —and that’s exactly where a strimmer proves its worth. From tidying lawn edges to clearing stubborn patches of overgrown grass, it’s one of the most versatile tools you can own. However, the performance you get from your [...]

  • scrabble-type white squares spelling the word 'warranty', a pair of glasses and a pen, all against a blue background

      When you invest in high-quality garden machinery, you’re not just buying a tool—you’re securing performance, reliability and peace of mind. That’s where a manufacturer’s warranty plays a vital role. It’s there to protect you against potential faults and ensure your machine performs as it should. However, some warranty claims are rejected, not because the [...]

  • an arborist wearing a protective helmet and supported by ropes, hanging upside down in a tree canopy, using a Silky saw to prune a branch

      Few hand tools inspire the kind of loyalty that Silky saws do. Among arborists, landscapers and serious gardeners, the name has become synonymous with precision pruning. Ask professionals what their preferred pruning saw is and you’ll often hear the answer: Silky. But what exactly sets these tools apart? Why does a simple hand saw [...]

  • the Husqvarna 550 XP® Mark II Chainsaw against a white background

      When it comes to chainsaw performance, the chain itself plays a far bigger role than many users realise. Engine size, bar length, and brand reputation all matter, but the type of chainsaw chain you choose can dramatically influence cutting speed, finish quality, and how often you need to stop and sharpen. Few comparisons are [...]

  • a STIHL chainsaw and selection of chainsaw cleaning and maintenance products on a workshop bench

      As winter draws in and your work outdoors naturally slows, most of your garden machinery gets a well-earnt break. Therefore, this quieter season provides an opportune moment to give it the care it needs. Much like a car, garden machinery performs at its best when it’s regularly maintained. Leaving worn parts, stale fuel, or [...]

  • an orange petrol chainsaw sitting in sawdust, next to some logs

      Petrol-powered garden tools remain a popular choice for both homeowners and professionals who need strong performance for demanding jobs. Whether you’re using a hedge trimmer, leaf blower, chainsaw, or other handheld tool, the reliability of the small 2 stroke engine inside your machine has a huge impact on productivity. When everything is working as [...]

  • to the left is a man in full chainsaw PPE using the STIHL MS 881 Petrol Chainsaw to fell a tree, and to the right is someone dressed in chainsaw PPE using the Husqvarna 592 XP Petrol Chainsaw to cut a fallen tree trunk

      If you spend any time researching chainsaws online, you’ll quickly encounter a much-asked question: Husqvarna or STIHL – which is best? As both brands have loyal fans, are trusted by professionals, and offer everything from compact cordless models to serious forestry saws, the Husqvarna v STIHL chainsaw debate in undoubtedly an issue that’s going [...]

  • a STIHL MS 291 Petrol Chainsaw, with Light 04 guide bar, cutting through a log

      When it comes to chainsaw performance, the guide bar plays just as important a role as the engine’s power or sharpness of the chain. Far more than a strip of metal, a chainsaw bar is the backbone of your cutting system, providing stability, directing the chain, and ensuring every cut is precise. From pruning [...]

  • someone cleaning grass from the underside of a lawnmower using a blue spatula

      Every gardener knows the satisfaction of a neatly cut lawn, but behind the perfect finish lies a hardworking lawnmower. Whichever type of machine you rely on, your mower is constantly exposed to damp grass, dust, and debris. Over time, this build-up can affect not only how well it cuts but also how long it [...]

  • a man using a spanner to remove a lawnmower blade on an orange STIHL mower

      If you take pride in your lawn, few things are more frustrating than a patchy, torn finish after mowing—especially when you’ve put in a lot of time and effort to get it just so. Often, the culprit isn’t your technique or mower’s power but something much simpler: blunt blades. Whether you're using a rotary [...]

  • a man attaching a new blade to a lawnmower

      Summer is the season when your garden machinery truly earns its keep. From early morning lawn cuts to all-day landscaping jobs, your equipment faces hotter temperatures, heavier use, and more dust and debris than at any other time of year. Whether you're managing a domestic garden, overseeing grounds maintenance, or running a farm, avoiding [...]