About LawnMender
About LawnMender
Learn what LawnMender covers, who its guides are for, and how its practical lawn-care information is developed.
LawnMender is an independent guide for people trying to grow and repair lawns on clay soil. The site focuses on the problems that make those lawns difficult: compaction, slow drainage, uneven ground, seasonal stress, weeds, and choosing tools or materials for the job.
Who the site is for
The guides are written for homeowners and other readers who want a clear starting point before they choose a repair method or buy a lawn-care product. Clay soils and turf species vary, so the articles aim to explain the factors that matter instead of presenting one fixed treatment as suitable everywhere.
How LawnMender works
LawnMender is a research-led publication. Articles are developed using sources such as university extension programs, public agencies, peer-reviewed research, product manufacturers, and official product documentation when those sources are relevant.
A recommendation on LawnMender does not mean we personally owned or tested the product. When hands-on testing has not taken place, recommendations are based on documented specifications, intended use, and how well the product fits the problem being discussed. We do not invent personal experience, property results, or professional credentials.
Transparency
Some product links are affiliate links. LawnMender may earn a commission from a qualifying purchase, but that relationship does not determine the factual conclusions in an article. Read the editorial policy for the full research standard and the affiliate disclosure for details about monetized links.
Questions, corrections, and source suggestions are welcome through the contact page.