How to Mow a Lawn

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get a lawnmower.

   Check the air filter for debris; cleaning or replacing if necessary. , to ensure the life of mower blades. , If you purchased a reel mower, simply begin pushing, and the reel will begin spinning to snip the grass. , Doing this will establish a perimeter of the yard so the when you start mowing you can see where you have to go.
   
   Another reason why you should snip first is the mower will then pick up all the mess the snipper has made, making it look professional. , Don't miss any grass because it will look unprofessional. , Work steadily and aim straight toward the uncut grass.
   
   When you reach the end of that row and turn around, pick another line on the other end to aim for when mowing.
   
   This will help keep you in a straight line. , If you put your wheel on top of the line you already made, you will barely miss any grass. ,,,
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   Step 2: If you purchased a gasoline-powered mower

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   Step 3: put gas and oil in the lawnmower in the appropriate receptacles.

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   Step 4: Clean yard of any sticks

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   Step 5: branches etc.

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   Step 6: If you purchased a gasoline-powered mower

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   Step 7: start the mower by pulling the cord.

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   Step 8: The most important rule of all is to ensure the edges have been trimmed by using the appropriate equipment such as a Whipper Snipper.

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   Step 9: Mow in rows or columns

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    Step 10: going all the way to the other side and then turning around.

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    Step 11: To keep your rows or columns straight and even

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    Step 12: select a wheel on the other end and aim your mower on the line you already made.

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    Step 13: Check for missed spots and go back over them.

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    Step 14: Turn off the lawn mower

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    Step 15: and put it away in the garage or shed after cleaning it off.

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    Step 16: Repeat as necessary to maintain a uniform appearance to the lawns height.

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    Step 17: Alternatively - pay a gardener who should already have the above equipment and knowledge

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    Step 18: together with the appropriate mowing skills

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    Step 19: and perhaps a recognized qualification.

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