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Mulching - mower or blade?

19 years ago

Is mulching ability more a function of the mower or of the blade? I've noticed that Consumer Reports has some mowers with ratings that are high overall, but only rank as 'good' for the mulching ability. I am wondering if I swap out the standard blade with something else (gator?) if this would make a considerable difference? Thanks

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greatlakesmower
19 years ago
My mother's mulching mower needed a new blade. It mulched fine, but too many dings required replacement. I went to Sears and bought a "mulching" blade, and now it leaves tracks of un-mulched grass all over the lawn.
In this case, a better blade makes a difference.
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