If you are considering buying an aluminum fence, or if you already own an aluminum fence, then this article is for you. For current owners, you already know about aluminum's incredible benefits and longevity. It's incredibly resistant to weather (UV and moisture), doesn't rust, and doesn't warp or chip. Overall, it's a great material for protecting and enhancing your home.
Aluminum fences don't need much in the way of attention. Nonetheless, there are certain things you can do to maintain your fence and its splendour, which I will explain below.
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If you have not ordered your fence yet, try to get it powder coated. This will add a strong polymer skin to the outside of the metal, giving it even more durability and elegance. I highly discourage people from using liquid paint on an aluminum fence, it just does not last. This is a tip for look rather than maintenance. Trim your bushes back away from the fence. Aside from the chance it could get tangled in the fence (which can be a pain) it also hides your otherwise beautiful exterior addition to your home. Avoid the fence with the lawnmower or weed eater. Particularly watch out for stones that can get thrown at your fence and chip your liquid paint job (again, get powder coating).
That's it. The thing that makes aluminum fencing so great is that there really isn't much to say about maintaining it. Aluminum is truly the only choice for long term home owners. It is cost effective, light weight, and easily formed into exquisite shapes and styles. Security and elegance, everything you could want from a fence.
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Yard Machines 11A-020B000 20-Inch 148cc Briggs & Stratton 300 Series Mulch/Side Discharge Gas Powered Push Lawn Mower Feature
- Push mower
- Briggs & Stratton 300 engine
- 7-Inch/7-inch wheel size
- Loop handle
- Non-CARB compliant/not for sale in California
Yard Machines 11A-020B000 20-Inch 148cc Briggs & Stratton 300 Series Mulch/Side Discharge Gas Powered Push Lawn Mower Overview
Features a 148cc, Briggs & Stratton 300 series engine push mower. 20-Inch steel deck with side bag capabilities.Yard Machines 11A-020B000 20-Inch 148cc Briggs & Stratton 300 Series Mulch/Side Discharge Gas Powered Push Lawn Mower Specifications
This 3-1/2-horsepower, 20-inch side-discharge gas mower is a well-made beauty. Tomato-hued and skillfully tooled, this machine was built to do the job and do it for a long time. For a relatively low price, you get a powerful mower with a variety of features. Three settings in the mower deck allow you to adjust the wheels to different heights, though adjustments require that you remove all the wheels and reattach them in the new setting, so it's not an easy flick of a lever--you likely won't be switching settings frequently. Easier is the decision to discharge, bag, or mulch. A flip of the side flap converts the mower from mulch to side discharge, or you can hook up a bag (the 1.6-bushel grass catcher is not included). Tree guards prevent you from injuring tree trunks and shrubbery, the engine is low-emission, and the machine rolls smoothly and maneuvers well. A caveat: assembly of this mower is not for the faint of heart. A well-stocked toolbox is required; without a good supply of wrenches, your lawn will be a jungle before you get the lower handle attached to the upper handle (not to mention attaching the wheels, the blade control handle, and the brake cable). However, if you've got an hour to spare, enjoy the challenge of assembly instructions (clear and detailed though they are), and don't require a power mower that is self-propelled (you push this one--the engine is just for the blade), this side-discharge gas mower is a quality item at a bargain price.Available In Stock. |
