6 Steps To Wake Up YourTired Lawn

Achieving a lush lawn doesn't have to be a constant struggle; you don't have to pay big bucks for a lawn service to douse your yard with chemicals either. Growing healthy, green grass is mainly just a matter of knowing what to give your lawn, and when to give it.

Let’s face it: When you live in the suburbs, a healthy, well-kept lawn is a must, because before anyone even steps into your house, it’s your front lawn that makes the first impression of your home. “Your yard is an important extension of your home and with today's busy schedules, low maintenance care is key”, the script to one of our Lawn and Garden ads speaks to.
  
Here are 6 steps if you follow will help to wake up your tired lawn: 

 Step 1 - Clear lawn of thatch and weeds

Thatch and weeds can be an ongoing problem that keeps your lawn from living up to its potential. Thatch is an almost impenetrable mat of tangled, intertwined grass and other material on the ground surface. Removing thatch helps you get the best from your lawn. To prevent thatch, keep leaves raked and remove some of the grass clippings after mowing.

Eliminate weeds in your lawn and prevent their return by maintaining healthy grass, using a minimum of weed killers and good timing.

 Step 2 - Level up the Lawn

One of the most commonly asked questions when it comes to lawns is how to level a lawn. The best time to fill uneven lawn low spots is during vigorous growth, which usually depends on the type of grass grown. Sand is oftentimes used to level lawns but putting sand on lawns can cause problems. Avoid putting sand on a lawn by itself. Using a dry topsoil and sand mix is much better for leveling uneven areas than putting sand on a lawn without mixing.

You can easily make your own lawn patching soil by mixing sand and dry topsoil in equal parts of half-and-half, spreading the leveling mix into low-lying areas of the lawn. Some people also use compost, which is great for enriching the soil. Only add one-half inch of soil mix to the low spots at a time, leaving any existing grass showing through.

After leveling, fertilize lightly and water the lawn thoroughly.

Step 3 - Feed the lawn

The trick to a beautifully lush lawn is the application of the right fertilizer at the right time. Fertilizers give plants essential nutrients to survive and thrive. All lawn fertilizers contain three primary nutrients that are labeled in this sequence on the packaging: nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium (NPK).

Nitrogen (N) promotes rapid growth and lush green color. 

Phosphorous (P) helps develop healthy root systems.

Potassium (K) boosts the overall health of your grass

Fertilizing your lawn at the right time will help ensure the grass is getting fed when it is most beneficial for the turf. It is recommended that the months April – August are the best months to fertilize your lawn while grass is growing and storing nutrients.

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Step 4 - Make the lawn breathe again. 

Aeration can be an extremely vital element to a healthy lawn because it allows air and water to penetrate built-up grass or lawn thatch.

Aeration involves perforating the soil with small holes to allow air, water and nutrients to penetrate the grass roots. This helps the roots grow deeply and produce a stronger, more vigorous lawn.

To aerate the lawn you can use a spike aerator, you simply use the tool to poke holes into the ground with a solid tine, or fork. (photo on the left)

 Step 5 - Prepare and over-seed the lawn. 

Over-seeding is one of the most important tasks involved in growing a healthy, lush lawn. Over time, lawns that have not been overseeded will grow thin and unhealthy, making it much easier for weeds to overtake the lawn. 

Many experts in lawn care recommend the months June – August as the ideal months for over-seeding 'tired', worn or drought damaged lawns. Sowing your grass seed is very easy, follow this simple steps and soon you will have a lawn that will turn your neighbours green with envy. 

1 - Rake or scarify the existing lawn 

2 - Spread the seeds

3 - Tread the seeds into the lawn

It's best to try and keep of the lawn area for around 6 weeks after sowing. This is to allow the seeds a chance to get established.

Step 6 - Caring for the young plants.

So, you've recently planted some new grass seed. But now you're wondering, What am I supposed to do next? Not to worry. Your work to this point will be in vain if you do not care for the young grass plants as the seeds germinate and begin to grow. After you've planted your grass seed, continue to water it at least twice a day assuming no rain. Once your new grass is established, you can go back to a normal watering routine. 

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At Rayneau, we can help you with the right advice and the right products to ensure you get the results you are looking for. Keeping your lawn lush, green and weed free can be accomplished with the right lawn equipment. You’ll find everything you need to cultivate a healthy lawn from the roots up in our Lawn and Garden Department.

It takes work, but it is not impossible to give your lawn a facelift

Save Over $300 With These 2 Water-Saving Ideas!

Did you know that less than 1% of all the water on Earth can be used by people? As our population grows, more and more people are using up this limited resource. Therefore, it is important that we use our water wisely and not waste it.

Given that time of the Summer Vacation when the kids will be home, we want to help you reduce the water bill,save some money, and save the planet all at the same time. Chester Charles from our plumbing department has two water-saving ideas to do just that.

1 - The HydroRight Dual Flush Valve

2 - The HydroClean Fill Valve

The HydroRight, Chester boasts, is that product which is going to save you about 15,000 gallons of water a year which equates to about $300.00 or even more. Chester Charles, a Product Manager responsible for our Plumbing Department gave a brief synopsis of the HydroRight. “It’s so easy to install, under 10 minutes with no tools [in your toilet],” he said. “Central to dual-flush technology is the water savings that can be realized by a quick-flush setting using lower water volumes for liquids and paper. A second, full-flush setting uses the standard amount of water for solids.” He continued.

Chester believes that four out of five flushes used for liquid and paper, require only the amount of water used in the quick-flush setting—meaning 80 percent of flushes waste money and water on all toilets that are not dual flush.

In closing, Chester had this piece of advice to our friends and customers, “Not only does the HydroRight help to preserve natural resources, it also proves to be more economical than purchasing an entirely new dual-flush toilet, which can cost upward of several hundred dollars.”

The HydroClean solves the two biggest reasons for water loss in toilets; miscalibration and leaks. “It easily calibrates to adjust the exact amount of water needed in the tank, refills quickly and jets clean the tank,” he reiterates. A unique feature of this product Chester says is its ability to detect and signal leaks when a leak is found. It is designed to fit most standard toilets.

Here is a comparative table of the two products:

The HydroRight Dual Flush Valve

The HydroClean Toilet Fill Valve

Easily converts a standard toilet into a two-button, dual flush toilet Drop-in installation with no tools or tank removal needed Fits 1.6 to 3.5+ gpf toilets with 2 in. flush valve Permafit silicone seal is chemical  resistant and will not warp Eliminates the most common problems in toilets: the flapper, chain and handle Includes push-button handle, flush activator

Water-saving toilet fill valve with built-in mini-valve® that adjusts tank refill water level Calibrates to adjust the exact amount of water needed to help save on water usage  Mini valve to control amount of water going back into the bowl  Sounds an audible alert when a leak is detected  Shut off feature at the top of the valve quickly shuts off valve if tank is overflowing  Refills quickly: height adjusts from 11 in. to 13.8 in.  Smart Nut™ helps with easy installation without tools in most standard toilets  Detects leaks  Cleans the tank  Installs easily without tools  Calibrates your toilet for full flush efficiency

Shop our HydroRight or HydroClean today and save big on your utilities bill.

Rayneau - Your Last Lap Father's Day Shopping Store..

At Rayneau we think it would be grossly insensitive on our part if we did not take time off to recognize our customers and friends this Father's Day. Our customers are very important to us. They are the resource upon which the success of the business depends.

It’s just one more day to go for Father’s Day; Are you having trouble deciding on the perfect gift? One way to guarantee Dad gets the gift he wants this Father’s Day is to take him shopping with you at Rayneau. While at Rayneau he can make his own decision from the thousands of products we have in stock. And it’s simple – Dad can shop at our Vide Bouteille, Corinth or Monchy store by just walking in and talk to anyone of our customer sales representatives

                                            Father's Day Gift Ideas

A Father means so many things...an understanding heart, a source of strength and support right from the start.

Come down to Rayneau today, and get that Perfect Gift for Father's Day and give your dad a gift that says as much about him as it says about you.

Rayneau’s Wild Card Wednesdays Spin 2 Win – Get Amazing Discount Coupons, Prizes and More with Spinning Chances

We all dream for the time when we get lucky and earn pots of gold. This cannot be possible, obviously. Nevertheless, we would appreciate it when we get lucky with something and get more than what we were expecting. 

Rayneau Construction and Industrial Products Ltd understands this and is excited to bring to you our Spin 2 Win promotion as part of our Wild Card Wednesdays,where you can get amazing discounts and prizes with a chance to spin the wheel of luck.

 Under the RCIP “Spin 2 Win” promotion, any customer who shops $100 and above will qualify to spin the wheel for a chance to win. Once the customer spins, the result is instant and it is confirmed by a Customer Sales Representative. 

There are numerous prizes to be won through the wheel of luck- 
   • Flash drives 
   • Rayneau keyrings 
   • Discount coupons or in worst cases 
   • A “try again” spin 

This offer which runs every Wednesday is for a limited period only commenced on 30th of May and ends on 26th of November 2018. 

 Special conditions that Apply: 
      1. After Spending $100 or more, a lucky customer has the chance to participate in the Spin To Win promotion. 
      2. After spinning the wheel, if customer wins a prize, he/she must sign on a prescribed sheet for that particular prize. 
      3. Discount wins will apply to the next purchase by the customer.
      4. Other wins are eligible for immediate pick-up whilst stocks last. 
      5. Maximum of two spins per customer in the case of two separate purchases on the particular Wednesday. 
      6. The “Try Again” allows the customer to spin the wheel for another spin opportunity that same time. 

 NB: • Special terms and Conditions will apply.

Shop with Rayneau for  our Wild Card Wednesdays, where you might just get lucky and WIN!

Rayneau Rentals Is Authorized Agent in 8 Caribbean States

It's official! Rayneau Rentals is now the authorized distributor/seller for all Hyundai Construction Equipment in 8 Caribbean States.

 A letter of intent signed on May 17, 2018 between Hyundai Construction Equipment Ltd at Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13591 and Rayneau Rentals at Vide Bouteille, St Lucia made Rayneau Rentals the sole authorized distributor to sell Hyundai Construction Equipment non-exclusively to St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Dominica, Montserrat, St Kitts/Nevis, St Marteen and Tortola.

Construction companies throughout the region can now liaise with  Mr Gajadhar/Rayneau Rentals to shop a wide range Hyundai construction equipment – Excavators, Wheel Loaders, Backhoe Loaders, Skid Steer Loaders, Rollers, etc., as well as attachments and parts supplied by the supplier.

We feel obliged to let you know that an operator, who takes pleasure in his work, does a better job. That is why at Rayneau Rentals we do everything we can to make that happen. With Hyundai Construction Equipment you will be able to merge operator's comfort, speed, precision and durability into a quality product. Hyundai HX and HL Series earth-moving equipment simply makes time fly, makes work a pleasure!

Wheel Loaders

Transporting a load over small to medium distances is the forte of wheel loaders. They also move easily between job sites on their own. View wheel loaders Here

Wheeled Excavators

The wheeled excavators of Hyundai have been designed for maximum versatility and with a high road speed. View Wheeled Excavators Here

Crawler Excavators

Available with many options, our crawler excavators are flexible and suited for a wide variety of applications. View Crawler Excavators Here

Forklifts

Hyundai forklifts; powerful, compact and easy to manoeuvre in narrow spaces. View Forklifts  Here

We can also supply Rollers of different capacity. For more details contact us at 1 758 712 4600/1 758 718 3253.

Hurricane Season Is Here, Are You Prepared If One Strikes?

It’s that time again… hurricane season in St Lucia and across the Caribbean! For many of us it is a time we’d prefer to dismiss. With predictions above normal, and twelve to fifteen storms in the latest forecast, it may be wiser to avoid complacency and prepare. 

Are you prepared if one strikes?

The 2017 season (which forecasters had also pegged as above average) proved devastating for the Caribbean – Dominica and Barbuda in particular. 

NOAA’s forecasters say this season, there is a 70 per cent likelihood of 10 to 16 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 5 to 9 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 1 to 4 major hurricanes (category 3, 4 or 5; with winds of 111 mph or higher). An average hurricane season produces 12 named storms, of which 6 become hurricanes, including 3 major hurricanes

The Atlantic Hurricane season begins on June 1 (today) and lasts through Nov. 30, reaching its peak around the middle of September. St Lucians need to focus on preparing for increasingly ferocious storms rather than just reacting to them after they strike.

There are several things we can do to be prepared for intense weather systems. Perhaps an appropriate starting place is our homes and properties. After sacrificing large sums to own your preferred dwelling place it is advisable to go a step further and ensure your investment is adequately protected from harsh elements. Check video below:

                         Ways to help you prepare for a hurricane season
Hardware stores are often crowded when a storm or hurricane is officially announced, so to avoid the rush try to get your required hardware supplies in advance. Tarpaulins, batteries, flashlights, candles, lamps, battery-operated radios and plyboard are often foremost on most hurricane preparedness lists. (See graphic above) After making your purchase, it is recommended that the items be stored in a safe and accessible area so they can be easily reached should an emergency arise.

Check our slideshow on Hurricane preparedness supplies:

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We encourage our customers and friends and by extension St Lucians to be mindful of developing or ongoing tropical systems during this time and take action if one is forecast to impact the island.

Rayneau Construction & Industrial Products Ltd locations at Corinth, Vide Bouteille and Monchy  are well stocked to meet  all your hurricane preparedness needs.  Visit us today or Call 450 7247 – Corinth, 450 7246 – Vide Bouteille or 450 7248 – Monchy. Our courteous and knowledgeable customer service representatives will be all too happy to assist you.