The guideline is not to cut more than 1/3 of the grass blade at any
mowing. Do not mow grass when it is wet. A mulching mower is
supposed to be like a blender that chops grass blades into small
pieces. It is better to alternate mowing patterns to avoid lines,
ruts, and improve evenness. I would not alter the deck configuration,
but follow advisements in the owner's manual.

On 14 Apr 2004 08:19:50 -0700, (Don) wrote:

I have about two acres and a 48 inch cut Craftsman lawn mower. Every
time I mow I leave tons of grass clippings. I cut it very short I
think. I only have time to mow once a week.

What is the proper "technique" for mowing? I think part of my problem
is that I usually mow "clockwise" and probably should be mowing so I
blow the clippings where I have just mowed. The reason I dont do this
is it will blow clippings on my driveway/sidewalk/mulch. ANy help
would be appreciated! No one ever showed me the proper way to mow.

By the way I bought some blades that say mulching/discharge blades
from Sears for this mower. Should I make a plate to block the
clippings from being "shot" out? So the mulching blades will chop them
up finer? Any help is appreciated!