Lifts thatch so water and feed get through: 19 curved tines pull the dead mat out from between the blades. The lawn gets air, water and nutrients again.
Two jobs in one head: One side rakes thatch, leaves and debris. Flip it and the other side loosens soil before seeding or feeding.
Set the head and handle to suit you: Adjustable head angle and a four-section handle you build to your height. Less bending, less back.
Carbon steel tines, stainless handle: Heat-treated, powder-coated tines that resist rust. Comes apart for the shed or the car.
Price:R2,000
Delivery time: 5-7 days after 24-48 hours handling
Free delivery across South Africa on orders R750+, otherwise a flat R250
Tracked delivery across South Africa. It is free on orders of R750 or more, with R250 express delivery below that. Allow 5 to 7 days after a 24 to 48 hour handling time.
For an eligible change-of-mind return, contact us within 15 days of purchase. The item must be unused, in original resaleable condition, with proof of purchase. The source site's R300 packing and handling deduction and customer-paid return postage apply only where lawful. See our returns policy for exclusions and instructions.
Your rights under South African consumer law are separate. Statutory ECTA cooling-off rights and CPA remedies are not reduced by our voluntary return terms. For faulty, unsafe, damaged or incorrect goods, we arrange the appropriate remedy and cover return costs where the law requires it.
Lifts thatch so water and feed get through19 curved tines pull the dead mat out from between the blades. The lawn gets air, water and nutrients again.
Two jobs in one headOne side rakes thatch, leaves and debris. Flip it and the other side loosens soil before seeding or feeding.
Set the head and handle to suit youAdjustable head angle and a four-section handle you build to your height. Less bending, less back.
Carbon steel tines, stainless handleHeat-treated, powder-coated tines that resist rust. Comes apart for the shed or the car.
About this product
Pull the dead stuff out and let your lawn breathe.
A manual dethatching rake with 19 curved carbon steel tines, an adjustable head angle and a four-section handle you set to your height.
A lawn that looks thin and patchy is often choked by thatch, the mat of dead grass sitting between the green blades and the soil. Water and feed cannot get through it. This rake pulls it out.
It has 19 curved carbon steel tines, double-sided so one side rakes thatch and debris and the other loosens soil for seeding. The head angle adjusts, the four-section stainless handle sets to your height, and it comes apart for the shed. No cord, no petrol.
A lawn that looks thin and patchy is often choked by thatch, the mat of dead grass sitting between the green blades and the soil. Water and feed cannot get through it. This rake pulls it out.
It has 19 curved carbon steel tines, double-sided so one side rakes thatch and debris and the other loosens soil for seeding. The head angle adjusts and the four-section stainless handle sets to your height.
Nothing to plug in, nothing to fuel. Do a section at a time, rake up the thatch, compost it, and watch the lawn thicken over the next few weeks.
Still deciding?
Not sure yet? That is fine.
For an eligible change-of-mind return, contact us within 15 days of purchase. The item must be unused, in original resaleable condition, with proof of purchase. The source site's R300 packing and handling deduction and customer-paid return postage apply only where lawful. See our returns policy for exclusions and instructions.
Your rights under South African consumer law are separate. Statutory ECTA cooling-off rights and CPA remedies are not reduced by our voluntary return terms. For faulty, unsafe, damaged or incorrect goods, we arrange the appropriate remedy and cover return costs where the law requires it.
Pulling thatch, the mat of dead grass, out of a lawn so water, air and feed reach the roots. It also clears leaves and debris and loosens soil for seeding.
How do I know my lawn needs dethatching?
Push a finger into the turf. If there is a spongy brown layer more than a centimetre thick between the green and the soil, that is thatch and it is time.
What do I get?
The rake head with 19 tines and a four-section stainless steel handle. It comes in parts and goes together without tools.
How do I use it?
Set the head angle, build the handle to a comfortable height, and pull the rake towards you in short strokes across the lawn. Rake up the loosened thatch and compost it.
What is the other side of the head for?
Loosening soil. Flip the head to the soil side before you overseed or feed, so the seed and fertiliser get into the ground.
Is it hard work?
It is a manual rake, so yes, you will feel it on a big lawn. Do it in sections. The adjustable handle and angle take most of the strain off your back.
What is it made of?
A carbon steel head, heat-treated and powder-coated to resist rust, on a stainless steel handle in four sections.
How much does it cost?
R2,000. Delivery is free once your order is R750 or more, so a single order qualifies.
Are there other sizes or options?
One rake is listed. The handle adjusts, so one size suits most people.
What do the photos show?
The rake assembled and in use. Lawn and garden props are not included.
Which specs should I check before I buy?
The 19 double-sided tines, the adjustable head angle and the four-section handle. If anything is unclear, ask us first.
How many do I need?
One. Set the quantity on this page or in your basket.
Can I order more than one?
Yes. Set the quantity on this page or change it in your basket.
When should I dethatch?
When the grass is actively growing, so it recovers fast. Spring or early autumn suit most South African lawns. Avoid the height of summer or a wet winter.
Will it damage the lawn?
It pulls out dead material and some live grass with it, which is normal. The lawn looks rough for a week or two and comes back thicker.
Any safety tips?
Wear gloves and closed shoes, keep the tines away from your toes, and check the handle sections are locked before you start.
What if the ground is hard?
Water the lawn the day before so the soil gives a little. Do not try to rake thatch out of bone-dry, rock-hard turf.
How do I look after it?
Knock the grass off the tines, wipe the head, and store it dry. Take the handle apart if space is tight.
Does it come assembled?
No. The handle is in four sections for shipping. It slots together in a minute without tools.
Can I check it will suit my lawn before I buy?
Yes. Tell us the lawn size and what the grass is doing, and we will tell you straight whether this is the right tool.
Is the price in rand?
Yes. Product prices and checkout totals are in rand.
What does delivery cost?
Delivery is free when the goods total after any discount is R750 or more. Otherwise the express-delivery charge is R250.
How long does delivery take?
Allow 24-48 hours for handling, then an estimated 5-7 days in transit. These are estimates, not a promised arrival date.
Can I use the valued-customer code?
Yes. It takes 15% off the goods. Delivery is not discounted, and free delivery is worked out on the discounted goods total.
How do I track my order?
Use the Order Tracking page with the details we send after dispatch. If anything looks stuck, email us with your order reference.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes, within 15 days of purchase for an unused stock item in original resaleable condition with proof of purchase. An R300 packing and handling deduction and return postage apply where the law allows it. The 7-day ECTA cooling-off right and your CPA rights are separate and are never reduced by our policy.
What if it arrives damaged or wrong?
Contact us with your order reference and photos where useful. Under the Consumer Protection Act, goods that fail the required quality standards within six months of delivery can be returned at our risk and expense for repair, replacement or refund. No change-of-mind deduction applies.
Can I cancel before it ships?
Contact support as soon as possible. The voluntary cancellation policy accepts requests within 12 hours and before shipment, with a 12.5% processing fee where the law allows it. Your ECTA and CPA rights are not reduced.
I have a big project. Can you help?
Yes. Use the wholesale enquiry page and tell us the products, quantities and your delivery postcode.
Where do I get help?
Email support@lawnedge.co.za or use the Contact page. Include the product name and your question, plus your order reference if you have one.
The complete guide
Dethatching rake: the complete guide
3 min readLawn Edge South Africa
Thatch is the brown, spongy layer that builds up between the soil and the green grass. A little is normal. More than a centimetre of it blocks water, air and feed from reaching the roots, and the lawn thins out no matter how much you feed it. A dethatching rake pulls that layer out.
Specifications
19 curved, double-sided tines
Carbon steel head, heat-treated and powder-coated to resist rust
Stainless steel handle in four sections, set to your height
Adjustable head angle
Comes apart for transport and storage
How to use it
Check the lawn. Push a finger into the turf. A spongy brown layer more than a centimetre thick means it is time.
Pick the season. Dethatch when the grass is growing strongly, so it recovers fast. Spring or early autumn suits most South African lawns.
Water the day before if the ground is dry, so the tines get in.
Build the handle to a comfortable height and set the head angle.
With the thatch side of the head down, pull the rake towards you in short, firm strokes. Work the lawn in sections.
Rake up the loosened thatch and compost it.
Flip the head to the soil side to loosen the surface before you overseed or feed.
What to expect
The lawn looks rough for a week or two after dethatching. That is normal. Some live grass comes out with the dead, and what is left gets the water and air it has been missing. Feed and water afterwards and it comes back thicker.
Where it works
Any lawn you can walk on. It also clears leaves, twigs and debris, loosens soil for seeding, and works compost or fertiliser into the surface.
Is it right for the job?
It is a manual rake, so a big lawn is a workout. Do it in sections across a few days. If your problem is the edge rather than the lawn, see the half moon edger or the wheel edger instead.
Looking after it
Knock the grass off the tines, wipe the head, and store it dry. Check the handle sections are locked before each use. Take the handle apart if space is tight.
Not sure which material suits your ground, or how many metres a curved bed needs? Ask before you order. Free delivery across South Africa on orders of R750 or more after discounts.
Grass dethatcher rake, sold by LawnEdge South Africa at lawnedge.co.za. A manual dethatching rake with 19 curved double-sided carbon steel tines, an adjustable head angle and a four-section stainless steel handle, for removing lawn thatch and loosening soil. R2,000. Tines: 19 curved, double-sided tines; Head material: Carbon steel; Handle: 4-section stainless steel; Adjustment: Adjustable head angle; Use: Removing loose thatch and garden debris. Delivery across South Africa: free from R750 after discount, otherwise R250. Handling 24-48 hours, delivery estimated 5-7 days.
Grass dethatcher rake
Lifts thatch so water and feed get through: 19 curved tines pull the dead mat out from between the blades. The lawn gets air, water and nutrients again.
Two jobs in one head: One side rakes thatch, leaves and debris. Flip it and the other side loosens soil before seeding or feeding.
Set the head and handle to suit you: Adjustable head angle and a four-section handle you build to your height. Less bending, less back.
