There are a few simple secrets to maxing out your string trimmer. They'll help minimize scalping, scarring and shredding your lawn. Know what landscapers know and use your string trimmer like a pro.

Safety When using a string trimmer, you need to protect yourself from the strings themselves, the debris they throw, and the considerable noise some of them can make.

How to replace weed eater string on your own Don’t fear, the good thing about trimmers is it’s often very quick and easy to add fresh string when yours gets too short or breaks.

Consumer Reports shows you how to use your string trimmer as an edger to give your yard a professionally landscaped look.

Testing for Ease of Use and Handling Across all string trimmers, including gas, battery, and corded electric, our ease-of-use test captures how simple it is to load string and use the controls.

Consumer Reports reveals the easiest string trimmers to use for giving your lawn a manicured look. Trimming grass around edges and tight spots is less of a chore with these models from our tests.

The EGO cordless string trimmer I use comes with an interchangeable battery, and does a great job weeding and edging my lawn. Here's what it's like.

DeWalt's string trimmer and edger can both come in handy for giving your yard some added curb appeal, but which is the better tool for your arsenal?