Look for rake heads made of tempered steel as that has enough strength to break up clumped and hard soil. None of the models I reviewed claimed to have the head made of this material. The handle of this TALITARE model is in five sections and not the usual three. This gives you more length options for the handle and so accommodates more diverse heights for gardeners. However, the maximum length of the handle pole is still 150cm. Standard garden rakes are designed for moving soil, but not levelling it . They break up and move clods of dirt and soil. While they can smooth out a bumpy flower bed, they won’t do much to level a lawn. They are more multipurpose than levelling rakes, so for this reason most gardeners choose to have both a garden rake and a levelling rake in their tool kit. The downside to an adjustable handle is that the handle will be weaker . A handle made from one solid piece of metal is going to be much stronger than one which comes apart.

Maintaining a pristine lawn is a whole lot easier if the ground is level, but it’s fairly unusual for a lawn to be naturally free from lumps and bumps. The strongest materials will allow your rake to break up clumped and hard soil, as opposed to only soft materials. Handle Design and Length Lawn Leveller Rake is the multi-purpose tool for UK lawns, gardens, DIY projects and professional landscaping.

Levelling Lawn Tools provide manoeuvrability, mobility, and functionality making any job time and labour saving. The levelling rake head is 43cm by 25cm, making it a preferred choice for small to medium-sized areas of land. The pole handle is in three sections. Choose the number of sections for the pole length that works best for your gardening action – 115cm or 150cm. Another slight issue is that the joint between the handle and board isn’t particularly durable. It hasn’t been welded, so it is a weak point in its construction. The Landzie Lawn Levelling Rake Tool is the best heavy duty levelling tool. This lawn leveller has a head measuring 91 x 30 cm which makes it perfect for larger areas of lawn. It can cover a big area in fewer passes than those with smaller heads.

This is one of the lighter weight lawn levellers at 3kg. This helps with the ergonomics of the unit as does the soft rubber grip on the handle. Taking all this together, your lawn levelling experience should be a comfortable one. Pros Despite this limitation, it’s still very handy to be able to change the length of the handle to match the height of the person using the rake. One downside of this, though, is that having the handle in a number of sections does tend to make it more bendable than having just one pole. I like the solution of one user who duct-taped the sections together at the joins to increase the handle’s strength. Though, you do need to keep it in one piece and not disassemble it to fit into your garden tools storage area. Assembly I did a lot of searching around the internet and although I found a lot of DIY solutions there weren't any that I was super happy with so I decided to make my own with inspiration from different sources. The handle measures 109 cm and is made from heavy duty aluminium alloy which should last a very long time. The rubber grip ensures it’s comfortable to get into harder areas of ground. While the handle cannot be adjusted, this does mean there’s no potentially weak areas – it is one solid piece of metal.Lawn Lute is constructed of no-rust and non-corrosive high quality Stainless Steel, which has been designed and tested to deliver perfect balance and weight distribution for comfortable use over an extended period of time. The MIYA Level Lawn Rake is similar to the INFLATION Golf Grass Levelawn. It has the same ease of assembly and disassembly, being put together in less than one minute. Lawn Levelling Rake for easy and efficient spreading and grading of compost, topsoil, sand and gravel. The Lute is consolidating the soil sand as it distributes the material. Whereas the rake is lifting (fluffing-up) the material as distributes it around the lawn.

With a handle measuring 182 cm, this rake should be suitable for most gardeners. Unlike others on the market, there’s no way to make the handle either shorter or longer. Shorter users may find the handle is a little too long to use comfortably. Lightweight and easy to use, the FLBTY Lawn Levelling Rake is perfect for those new to lawn levelling. It’s comfortable to carry and use thanks to its 4 kg weight. Rough and uneven patches can be eliminated by using a lawn levelling rake, a tool used to smooth uneven surfaces. Levelling the garden with a lawn levelling rake can prevent waterlogging, remove stones and make your lawn a lot easier to maintain. The handle is easy to assemble with its three sections. Its maximum length is 225cm which makes it suitable for taller people or those gardeners who like to extend their arms out when raking the lawn. The convenience of a choice of heights with the sectioned pole is a little offset by this structure weakening the stability of the pole, as reported by some online reviewers. Don’t be fooled by the words “adjustable” as related to the handle length. Yes, many models do have adjustable handles but that’s because the handle comes in sections. Your choice of handle height is restricted to whether you use one, two, or three sections at once.

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The handle length is proportionate to the size of the rake head. The handle is in sections and its height/length is adjustable to 115cm and 150cm. As with all handles that are in sections, this weakens the stability of the handle a bit. Some online reviewers state that the handle is a bit flimsy. But you can always strengthen it by wrapping tape around the joins in the pole. All of the models in this review are made of stainless steel, of various grades. This is a metal that is strong and doesn’t rust or corrode. The grade of the stainless steel is important as that relates to its sturdiness. Alternate materials include aluminium which, while being more lightweight, is a little more flimsy. Don’t worry about having to grip the stainless steel pole when you use this model as it has an ergonomic soft rubber grip at the end of the handle. This is comfortable to hold as well as reduces the stress on your hand. Pros The base is heavy, which makes it effective at a number of tasks including removing stones, breaking up small clots of loam and mixing soil with fertilisers. It can also be used to level out lumps of soft ground and prepare the garden for planting. This lawn leveller does a good job smoothing loose and bumpy soil with relatively little effort needed on the user’s part. It’s easy to use and durable, with the heavy-duty stainless steel base designed to stand the test of time.