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Landscaping

Sharpen Lawn Mower Blade

MODERATE30 minLandscapingPart of Spring MaintenancePart of Summer Maintenance

Why It Matters

Dull mower blades tear grass instead of cutting it, leaving ragged brown tips that invite disease and weaken your lawn.

Quick Guide

  1. 1

    Gather your tools and materials

    You'll need: Socket wrench, Blade sharpener or bench grinder, Blade balancer. Materials required: necessary materials.

  2. 2

    Perform the sharpen lawn mower blade

    Remove and sharpen your mower blade, or replace it if it is nicked or bent. Safety note: Disconnect spark plug before removing blade.

  3. 3

    Verify and clean up

    Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace.

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Tools & Materials

Tools

  • Socket wrench
  • Blade sharpener or bench grinder
  • Blade balancer