Darlac Lawn Scarifier, Manual Lawn Scarifying Tool for Gardens, Telescopic Handle 97cm-1.5m, Lawn Thatch and Moss Removal, Ref. DP888, Award-Winning Steel Build with Twist Lock Handle

Like another reviewer, I'm pleased that I ignored the negative reviews from people who assumed they were buying a tool that makes scarifying an effortless task. Also I'm pleased that it requires a bit/lot of energy as I still want the exercise. This is a well-designed, simple but high quality tool that makes the effort far more productive - and, thus, pleasurable. I have a number of Darlac tools and all are of very high quality. Overall this specimen represents excellent value.

This tool does the job, but it is hard on the shoulders compared with a mechanical scarifier. Perhaps best to treat the lawn with Sulphate of Iron mixed with water to kill the moss before trying to remove it. But for a small lawn this tool is perfect. And it gets you fit at the same time!

Easy to use

Arrived without the means to fit the head to handle. Rang the company and explained but they sent me a spare wheel instead. Fashioned a fix myself. Works well now.

Worked well and gave new life to my lawn. Can be quite tiresome and you need to worked with it.

First up - a little assembly required - the handle is in two parts and needs a screw to hold it together (supplied) I actually screwed a second in for extra sturdiness which seemed to work well The most important thing to note is that it’s hard work scarifying a garden! It’s hard manual work however the rake was the perfect tool. Took up all the dead grass and didn’t damage the soil or living grass I found it best to use a sort of sweeping motion rolling back and forth. I also did it twice - the second time at 90 degrees to the first and was surprised at how much more dead grass and roots came up still Whilst my garden was probably a little too big for manual scarifying i did it in chunks and considered it a workout! This being said, the health of the grass and garden after using this is significantly better and I’m pleased with the result A good product, sturdy, perfect for the job and recommended.....unless you have a large garden then hire a mechanised one or get a professional in! Hope you found this useful

Great garden gadget, pulled up a lot of thatch and moss. Hard work though, burnt a few calories using it.

A very good item and perfect for my garden