A garden wheelbarrow is an extremely useful, universal tool for every gardener - professional and amateur. The wheelbarrow allows for easy loading and convenient transportation of various things loose or packed in bags. Wheelbarrows available in stores differ in terms of material, number and type of wheels, capacity and drive. Technologically advanced equipment with front/rear drive is becoming more and more common. How to choose a good wheelbarrow for transporting soil, fertilizers, sand or construction materials? Which model will be best for older people? And what is the importance of wheels in a wheelbarrow? You will find answers to these and other questions about garden wheelbarrows in the article below. We invite you to read!
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A good garden wheelbarrow, or what?
To make the right choice, first of all, you need to distinguish a garden wheelbarrow from a construction wheelbarrow, the daily use of which in the garden would be very burdensome due to its considerable weight. A construction wheelbarrow is usually made of galvanized steel because it has to be extremely durable. It has a welded or stamped bowl with a characteristic, angular form, offering increased load capacity. The weight of a metal wheelbarrow sometimes reaches 20 kg. Such massive, solid and capacious equipment allows you to transport stones, bags of rubble and other, heavier materials on construction sites - without fear of mechanical damage, corrosion and deformation of the structure.
For various uses in the home garden, a special garden wheelbarrow will be much more convenient - designed with maximum user comfort in mind. This type of wheelbarrow is most often made of plastic. It has a lightweight structure, optimally long handles and comfortable, ergonomic handles. It can be freely used by women and seniors. Plastic models allow you to transport plant seedlings, bags of soil, fertilizers, etc. The capacity and load capacity of the equipment should be adjusted to individual preferences and requirements.
Building materials are not usually transported in a plastic wheelbarrow, although much depends on the purpose of the product. If you want to transport heavy and/or larger items, look for garden wheelbarrows with a sufficiently high maximum load and increased capacity. Our wholesaler offers a plastic wheelbarrow with a maximum load capacity of 100 kg and a wheelbarrow capacity exceeding 100 liters. A wheelbarrow made of aluminum will also work well for transporting heavier loads around the garden, including building materials - it is relatively light and durable. It is also worth mentioning wooden wheelbarrows. Wooden models currently play primarily a decorative role.
The difference in the use of a one-wheeled and two-wheeled wheelbarrow
Wheelbarrows available on the market differ in terms of the number and type of wheels. Models with one wheel are mainly used in gardens, but two-wheeled variants offer greater stability. If you want maximum durability and full comfort and freedom of movement on uneven terrain, choose a wheelbarrow whose front tire is made of a rotating pneumatic (inflated) wheel. The cheapest products use plastic wheels.
When is it worth choosing a motorized wheelbarrow?
Wheelbarrows intended for more demanding gardeners are equipped with an engine - combustion or electric. A modern wheelbarrow with a drive is ideal for transporting heavier materials, carrying items over longer distances and when moving on uneven surfaces, slopes and hills. The drive will certainly be appreciated by seniors and people suffering from musculoskeletal or circulatory system diseases. The device can move not only forwards, but also backwards because it is equipped with a reverse gear. Some models allow you to choose the speed.
Garden wheelbarrows at the Onninen wholesaler
At the Onninen wholesaler, every gardener - professional and amateur - will find gardening tools and accessories tailored to their needs and requirements. Our assortment includes, among others: modern and eco-friendly garden wheelbarrows with electric drive from Greenworks - the leader in sales of battery tools in the USA. This is top-class equipment that will serve you perfectly for years.
Do you have additional questions? Still don't know which wheelbarrow will work in your garden? Or maybe you are looking for a durable wheelbarrow for the construction site? Contact us! We will help you choose the right solution.