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Anthony Mercer
Tools & Outdoor Power Editor
Spent his twenties on landscaping crews and never lost the habit of judging a tool by how it survives a wet British autumn. Tests mowers, trimmers, chainsaws and pressure washers on a long, stubborn third-of-an-acre, and keeps a shed organised enough to embarrass most garages. If it has a battery, a blade or a trigger, it crosses Anthony's bench first.
Articles by Anthony Mercer
- Best Lawn Mowers for Tiny Gardens and Awkward EdgesStruggling with tight corners and postage-stamp lawns? Discover the compact, nimble mowers engineered to tackle every awkward inch effortlessly.
- Cordless Leaf Blowers vs Petrol: What Most Gardens Actually NeedForget the noise and fumes—modern cordless blowers pack serious power. Find out why most gardens no longer need petrol to get the job done.
- Robot Lawn Mowers: Are They Worth It for a Typical UK Garden?Tired of weekend mowing? Robot lawn mowers promise hands-free grass care—but do they truly deliver for the average UK garden?
- The Secateurs Professional Gardeners Actually UseForget flashy garden center displays—we asked pro horticulturists which secateurs survive daily punishment and actually make clean cuts that keep plants healthy.
- Hedge Trimmers Worth the Money This SeasonTired of unruly hedges? We tested top trimmers so you don't waste a dime—here are the ones actually worth buying this season.
- Cordless vs Petrol Strimmers: Which Should You Buy?Compare cordless and petrol strimmers to find the best tool for your garden size, budget and maintenance needs.
- The Best Petrol Lawn Mowers for Big, Bumpy LawnsTame even the wildest, uneven terrain with our expert picks for the most powerful petrol mowers built to handle large, challenging lawns effortlessly.
- Leaf Blowers and Garden Vacs Tested for Autumn Clear-UpsBattling autumn's endless leaf fall? We put the latest leaf blowers and garden vacs through their paces to find your ultimate clear-up companion.
- Best Cordless Lawn Mowers for UK GardensTired of tangled cables and noisy engines? Discover the UK's best cordless lawn mowers for a cleaner, quieter cut every time.
- Choosing a Pressure Washer for Patios, Decking and CarsBlast away grime, moss, and dirt with ease—discover how to choose the perfect pressure washer for every outdoor cleaning task.