Sorting Out the Hedge Trimmers That Are Right for You
In general, when choosing hedge trimmers, you will see an apparatus consisting of a small motor, double handle to facilitate the grip, the cutting sword that has two blades with sharp teeth and a protective lens to prevent chipping of splinters.
The person who operates it will work a starter mechanism, holding the tool by the handle. In doing so, the engine provides the blades with the power necessary to make the cuts. The machine direction will be guided by the operator and the cutting capacity of the machine will depend on its particular characteristics.
Choosing which new hedge trimmer to buy can be a difficult decision, so we will describe below the different types that exist.
Petrol hedge trimmers
These types of hedge trimmers have more power and are recommended for professional results. Being gasoline they provide greater autonomy and cover more area, as well as for trim thick branches.
Electric hedge trimmers
They are lighter, manageable and quiet. They offer less power than gasoline hedge trimmers, which makes them suitable for cutting thin branches.
Electric hedge trimmers with cables
Their advantage is that they provide a longer time of use, but being connected with a cable to the electric current prevents you from moving easily.
Wireless hedge trimmer
This is a wireless electric hedge trimmer model that uses rechargeable lithium batteries. Their advantage is that they allow autonomy of movement, while their disadvantage is that they offer little operating time until the battery is discharged.
Telescopic hedge trimmers
They are ideal for reaching high and difficult places. They are hedge trimmers with a long handle with which you can reach complicated places without having to climb a ladder and that bend up to an angle of 135 degrees, being very practical and light.
The size of the garden
The surface size to work is the first factor to consider when giving an economical and reliable hedge trimmer. In general, we could say that a home garden or an urban garden does not require a professional gasoline hedge trimmer. However, it would require an electric light trimmer, whichi is quite light in weight and is easily maintained. It likewise has a good cutting length and that does not cause us problems in the medium and long term.
Hedges
The hardness of the branches of the bushes or hedges, their height or thickness is decisive when choosing the best hedge trimmer for your garden. For example, if you have to condition a small garden that has not been well maintained in recent years.
With old and tall hedges and shrubs, we would advise you to choose a hedge trimmer with medium power, acceptable weight and several cutting positions. Another option that fans of home gardening love are the cordless hedge trimmer, a lightweight and quite a powerful machine that works very well without having to drag cables.