It may seem cheaper to edge your lawn with a string weed trimmer instead of buying yet another tool. However, here's why it may not be worth the risk.

String trimmers can be a pain. Many an hour on a weekend day has been lost while trying to feed string into a fickle trimmer or fruitlessly yanking a gas-powered trimmer's pull cord while the eng ...

Sure, it uses a thin .080-inch line, which spins in a relatively narrow 13-inch cutting width. But it’ll do just fine ...

We tested this string trimmer from Echo and found it easy to use, a breeze to maintain, and it has torque to spare.

1. Choose a more durable plastic for your weed eater string First, consult your trimmer’s user manual to see which thickness and length of plastic cord it recommends to use with your particular ...

The riding mower and the push mower are the stars of the show when it comes to lawn care; however, auxiliary equipment such ...

If you've already got a Ryobi string trimmer but need a leaf blower to keep your lawn clean, then the Ryobi Expand-It ...

DENVER - If you want your lawn to look its best, using a string trimmer around the edge gives it a nice manicured look. But with so many different ones to choose from, how do you know which to get?

If your string trimmer won't start, try these tips from the experts at Consumer Reports.

The string weed trimmer is convenient because you have a generous length of line that can extend as normal use causes it to sheer off. Trimmers are angled level with the ground surface to cut away ...