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Steve Mann

Steve is a one time gardening hater turned into gardening obsessive. This was all thanks to going to University where a two year stint spent transforming the previously horrific garden of the student house he lived in left him addicted to all things horticultural! Now with a new house in tow and due to some fortunate circumstances he is free to test out a whole host of gardening equipment. Find out more about Steve or drop him an email at steve@suaveyards.com.

Can You Put Vegetable Oil In A Lawn Mower? The (Greasy) Truth

by Steve Mann
Vegetable oil in jug surrounded by vegetables

I am sure most of us have been there at one time or another, you realise your mower is almost out of oil and your lawn is in dire need of a cut. You look around your shed and you suddenly realize you don’t have any suitable oil. Then a …

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What Size Lawn Mower For 1/3 Acre? A (Complete) Guide to Lawn Sizes and Mower Needs

by Steve Mann
Lawn mower cutting grass

When you move home and take on a new lawn in the process, it can often be confusing trying to work out exactly what size, style and type of mower you need. Especially if your new lawn is much bigger or smaller than your old lawn. What size lawn mower …

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How Long Do Lawn Mower Tires Last? (Discussed)

by Steve Mann
Close up of tire

The wheel is recognized as one of man’s most straightforward and greatest inventions. Where would we be without the humble wheel? Well using a lawn mower would certainly be a lot harder! Pretty much any vehicle that has wheels has tires. So that leaves one burning question… How long do …

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Are Four Blades Better Than Two on a Lawn Mower? (Discussed)

by Steve Mann
Lawn mower cutting through grass and daisies

Nowadays buying a lawn mower isn’t quite as straightforward as it used to be. There are lots of optional extras or upgrades you now have to consider. And it is one of these possible upgrades we will be dealing with today. So are four blades better than two on a …

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Can You Use Non-Detergent Oil In A Lawn Mower? (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Oil can on beach

If you are struggling to decide what oil to put in your lawn mower then the old adage is always to check the manual. If you have lost the manual then you can check good old Google. Sometimes though, there are some old-held beliefs that linger on for many years. …

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Are Pine Cones Bad For Lawn Mowers? (Solved)

by Steve Mann
Pine cone on grass

If you have a garden with a pine tree in it you might face autumn with slight trepidation. For that is when pine cones start to drop. And pine cones can make mowing your lawn a lot trickier. But are pine cones bad for lawn mowers? Let’s find out… Are …

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Can You Run A Lawn Mower Without A Muffler? (5 Reasons It is a BIG Risk)

by Steve Mann
Exhaust pipes on vehicle

Much like any piece of machinery a lawn mower is a series of complex parts that all work together to help you keep your lawn in check. We know that some parts are crucial and without them your mower won’t function, but there are some that it seems it might …

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Will Too Much Oil REALLY Hurt A Lawn Mower Engine? (Explained)

by Steve Mann
Hand Holding Red Nozzle Pumping Gas - Fossil Fuel - Oil and Petr

Oil and gas are two essentials for every lawn mower. A mower won’t function without either. We are often reminded of the dangers of too little oil in a mower, but what about the opposite? Will too much oil hurt a lawn mower engine? Well, let’s find out… Will Too …

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Can You Use An Electric Lawn Mower On Wet Grass? (Revealed)

by Steve Mann
Electric voltmeter

If you live somewhere that gets regular rainfall, I feel your pain. Combined with daily life and work, bad weather can make it difficult to find time to keep your lawn tidy. For instance, can you use an electric lawn mower on wet grass? As sometimes after it has been …

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Will a Lawn Mower Battery REALLY Start a Car? (Explained)

by Steve Mann
Car battery close up

Riding mowers are becoming ever more sophisticated and advanced. Despite the fact lawn mowers don’t have titles, they are vehicles in their own right. But how powerful are they? Will a lawn mower battery actually start a car? This blog post came about as I saw an old friend recently …

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About Me

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Hi, my name is Steve and I am the founder and editor of Suave Yards.

Once upon a time I was a complete gardening newbie, but over the last few years I have learnt a lot about yard care – all stemming from taking over a mess of a garden when I started at university!

My team and I have put together a comprehensive series of reviews and guides to help you create the perfect garden.

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