Maintaining your grass pretty and healthy is a weekly activity for most households. People use diverse styles and approaches in keeping their lawn spick and span. There are basic rules though that we must always follow and below are some of the rules:

1. Before mowing, always clear the area.

o It is always a bright idea to eliminate hazards and possibilities of unfortunate mishaps.
o Always keep children away from any lawn mowing activity.
o If you are using riding mowers, never introduce kids to riding the mower for recreation.
o Free your lawn from any debris, rocks and branches.

2. At all times, consider your safety.

o Wear goggles to protect your eyes.
o Wear sturdy shoes that have non slip soles.

3. Take care of your lungs.

o Do not start your lawn mower inside your garage or in a garden shed.
o Keep in mind that burning gasoline produces carbon monoxide which is highly poisonous.
o Rev up your lawn mower out in the open space where there is lots of fresh air.
o When adding gasoline, do it out doors also, with the engine turned off of course.
o Choose a fuel that with at least 87 minimum Octane.

4. Mowing is best done when the grass is dry, and during daytime when vision is better.

o When approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that could obstruct your view, always exercise caution.
o Cut just a third of the grass’s length every time to keep your grass healthy.
o You can adjust the cutting length by shifting the mowing deck.
o Turn the engine off before you do any adjustment.

5. Each time you cut your grass, make a different pattern.

o Go from south to north and vice versa, from west to east, or do it at angles for a cleaner cut. Doing so will also prevent the soil from compacting due to your mowing wheels.
o If you are a mowing a hill and you are using a walk behind mower, always mow across it. Never mow up and down the hill and don’t pull the lawnmower towards your feet.
o If you are using a riding mower, do the opposite.