Similar to the ORIENTOOLS rake, this rake arrived in two pieces. However, it was more difficult to assemble because the opening in the head for the pole was too small, so we had to use some force to get it to fit. It also came with a nut and bolt that were meant to further secure the pole to the head, but we struggled to get the nut through the handle. Eventually, we used the rake without the nut and bolt because it was already secure from the tight fit. Similar to the first rake, we tested this one with dirt. It raked and leveled a large amount of dirt at once and didn’t accumulate any dirt buildup. While the rake’s wide head made it easy to handle, it limited where we could use it because it didn’t fit in tighter spaces. Additionally, its size and metal material made it heavy, which made our arms sore after testing. Our Score The design has no sharp edges so it is perfect for a young child to drag behind them as they walk through the surf. Five common types of rakes exist: lawn/leaf rakes, shrub rakes, bow rakes, thatch rakes, and hand rakes. Lawn/Leaf

Please fill out the form below to be one of the first to know when the p atented Sand Cleaning Tool is released for sale.Most tines are made of metal or plastic. Metal tines are more durable, but they’re heavier and tend to make garden rakes more expensive. Rakes with plastic tines aren’t as durable as metal rakes, but they’re more affordable and lightweight. Occasionally, you’ll find tines made of resin that give you the durability of metal and the flexibility of plastic. Head Width Customers liked how lightweight this rake was, as it didn’t tire out their arms during use. They also said that the adjustable pole was easy to use, making it possible for several family members to use the same rake. However, its lightweight nature was also an indicator of its quality. Several customers said that it broke when used for medium- or heavy-duty tasks. Our Experience Our team researched some of the most important factors to consider before buying a garden rake to help you choose one that’s right for you. Type This type of rake removes the layer of organic material between your lawn and the soil’s surface, also known as thatch. Thatch rakes have sharp metal tines or blades that can be used to break up thatch. Hand

Tine buildup—A rake lost one point if we had to pause to clear its tines. If we didn’t have to clear the tines, the rake received full points for this metric. They’re called sand fleas, but unlike those annoying pests that bother your best friend, and often require a flea color or more dramatic treatment, these tiny crustaceans aren’t fleas at all, they’re crabs. While customers said the product was heavy, they liked that most of the weight was in the head. They said that this allowed the head to break through compact soil without requiring too much force. However, some customers expressed a desire for the handle to be longer. Our Experience Fungus growth: Fungus grows in humid and cool conditions, which normally occur in the fall months when your leaves are on the ground. Fungus will start to grow in the leaves, infecting your lawn and creating yellow, white, or brown spots in the grass. We’ve written at length about how to catch sand fleas, but what good are they after you’ve caught a few?Each rake performed the task it was designed for. We included leaf, shrub, and bow rakes in this review, so the leaf rakes raked leaves, the shrub rakes collected pine straw, and the bow rakes raked dirt. Tine Buildup The Sandragin, Eco-friendly sand sifter, will be available exclusively at CleanSands and will complete their full line of sand cleaning equipment and tools. From this manual Beach Cleaning Tool, the Barracuda walk behind, or their Tractor Attached models, CleanSands has you covered for all your beach cleaning needs.