Best Way to "Calculer Surface" Before Buying a New Lawn Mower?

[Raojohn]

Hey everyone,


I’m currently in the market for a new lawn mower, and I want to make sure I choose the right size and type based on the actual size of my lawn. I’ve seen a few online tools and guides that help "calculer surface" (calculate area), but I’m curious how most of you go about measuring your lawn area accurately?


Do you guys use any apps, satellite maps, or even physical measuring tools? I know that figuring out the square footage (or square meters if you're outside the U.S.) is super important, especially when choosing between push mowers, riding mowers, or zero-turns.


Also, if you have any favorite tips for estimating oddly shaped yards, I’d love to hear them.


Appreciate the advice in advance!
Rao John

 

[Auto Doc's]

Hello Rao,

I don't tend to get too scientific about cutting grass.

Less than one acre a good self-propelled mower would do the job. 1–3-acre A 15HP 38"-42" deck is usually a good size. Above 3 acres go with a 54"-60" zero turn or steering wheel zero turn model.

If there are lots of obstacles, it usually requires a combination of mowers.

 

[2muchgrass2mow]

Hey everyone,


I’m currently in the market for a new lawn mower, and I want to make sure I choose the right size and type based on the actual size of my lawn. I’ve seen a few online tools and guides that help "calculer surface" (calculate area), but I’m curious how most of you go about measuring your lawn area accurately?


Do you guys use any apps, satellite maps, or even physical measuring tools? I know that figuring out the square footage (or square meters if you're outside the U.S.) is super important, especially when choosing between push mowers, riding mowers, or zero-turns.


Also, if you have any favorite tips for estimating oddly shaped yards, I’d love to hear them.


Appreciate the advice in advance!
Rao John

Uh, if you own the land look at the deed . . .

 

[Auto Doc's]

How many blades of grass are in a square foot of your yard?

 

[GearHead36]

I go by time. If I can push mow a yard in 30 minutes, I don't need anything bigger. An hour of pushing is my limit. If it takes longer than an hour with a push mower, I get something bigger that I can ride. I'm ok with riding for a couple of hours. If it takes longer than that, then I need something better or bigger. If it's taking a long time due to obstacles, then I'd need a zero turn. If it's taking a long time just due to the amount of mowing, then I get something with a bigger deck.

What kind of mower do you have? And how big is your lot? You could rent something for a mow, and see if it's adequate, or if you need something bigger.