This means it’s a really good choice for nearly everyone looking for a decent petrol scarifier which is why I recommend this as my Runner-up. So if you’re looking to spend a little more on yours, you should read a bit more before making the final purchasing decision. Scarifying removes moss, thatch and other organic matter above and below the soil, giving water, oxygen and nutrients more of a chance to reach the roots of the grass for healthy growth. A soft, springy lawn might seem ideal when it comes to lounging around on hot, summer days or walking barefoot in the cool morning dew, but it’s also a sign that your lawn needs a bit of attention.

They make for good moss rakers and reasonable though light weight scarifiers; ideal for small to medium lawns. As you scarify the lawn with a WEIBANG Intrepid 384RB, the steel scarifying blades rotate to efficiently remove any build up of moss or dead grass which is often referred to as thatch from within the lawn.

Each of our products is ensured to give you a warm feeling of affection to those who shine from the above. While these still require a fair bit of manual work you should be able to achieve more with in a shorter time when compared to a normal rake. For example, I am also currently testing a Hyundai petrol model (which, by the way, I’ve been very impressed with) on several lawns, one of the perks of running a review site I suppose and sharing my experience.

The solid steel chassis of the scarifier is powder coated to provide protection against corrosion and a long lifespan. At the same time, it can brush the grass, which is suitable when you want to significantly cut the lawn. If the grass is looking thin or patchy post scarifying, a lawn fertiliser will help encourage healthy, vigorous growth. Scarifiers are designed to encourage healthy lawn growth by removing dead moss and other debris like grass cuttings. This model has a durable steel deck which is obviously better than plastic and the wheels have a wide tread which makes it very easy to manoeuvre but also doesn’t leave tread lines in the lawn like some models I have used in the past have.If you want to achieve a healthy, lush garden lawn you’ll need to occasionally dethatch or rake the grass. Not just used a a lawn scarifier, these rakes will give you lots of usage around the flower beds, lawns and even stones.

Personally, I still think it’s better to collect a not rake it afterwards as some people do as you risk spreading moss to other parts of the lawn that are perhaps not as badly affected.It comes with two interchangeable drums, one each for scarification and aeration, a dual start safety system and can be adjusted to four depths, ranging from -6mm to +4mm, which is shallower than other models we tested. So first things first, I have been personally using this model on my smaller lawn for over 5 years now and this is not the only scarifier I currently own. The blades are made from hardened steel, so they’ll stay sharp over their lifetime, and the head is 30cm wide.