If you have a lawn, you need a lawnmower. But there are so many different types available it can be a little difficult to make a definitive decision.

Perhaps the first thing to consider when buying a lawnmower is the size of garden you have. In a small garden a hover mower might suffice. If perhaps you have a very large garden, you might need a ride-on mower.

Secondly, you need to determine how far away from a power source the lawnmower will be used. If you need to cut the lawn some distance from your home, you may need a petrol mower.

If you want to create a striped effect you need to buy a mower with a large ’barrel’ wheel at the back which leaves stripe marks. And, no matter what mower you buy, make sure there is some form of grass collection device so you don’t have to rake the lawn after it has been cut.

If you have a look around on the internet you can usually find great deals on loads of different types of lawnmowers.