A rake ( Old English raca , cognate with Dutch hark , German Rechen , from the root meaning "to scrape together", "heap up") is a broom for outside use; a horticultural implement consisting of a toothed bar fixed transversely to a handle, or tines fixed to a handle, and used to collect leaves, hay , grass, etc., and in gardening , for loosening the soil, light weeding and levelling, removing dead grass from lawns, and generally for purposes performed in agriculture by the harrow .
21-615: San Frediano (" Saint Fridianus ") is the name of an early Christian Irish pilgrim, who became bishop of Lucca , Tuscany , Italy . Named after him are: Basilica di San Frediano, Lucca Church of San Frediano, Pisa Church of San Frediano in Cestello , in Florence Porta San Frediano, Florence , gate in the Southeastern sector of the former walls around
42-420: A dense thatch layer can impede the penetration of air and sunlight to the base of grass blades, potentially leading to lawn diseases. The removal of a substantial thatch layer, particularly if it measures 1/4-inch thick or thicker, proves beneficial for enhancing the overall health and vitality of the lawn. A reliable thatch rake stands out as an indispensable tool for effectively performing this task. A heavy rake
63-511: A hand rake. Modern hand-rakes usually have steel , plastic , or bamboo teeth or tines , though historically they have been made with wood or iron . The handle is typically a ~1.5 metres (5 ft) haft made of wood, bamboo, steel or fiberglass . Plastic rakes are generally lighter weight and lower cost. Because they can be fabricated in widths of greater dimensions they are more suitable for leaves which have recently been deposited. Metal tined rakes are better suited for spring raking when
84-421: A heavy-duty variant of the normal rake, are used for fire prevention. If a rake lies in the ground with the teeth facing upwards, as shown on the top picture, and someone accidentally steps on the teeth, the rake's handle can swing rapidly upwards, colliding with the victim's face. This is often seen in slapstick comedy and cartoons , such as Tom and Jerry and The Simpsons episode " Cape Feare ", wherein
105-399: A mountainous area between the cities of Lucca and Pisa . In 556 AD, Pope John II persuaded him to take the bishopric of Lucca, which Fridianus accepted. He would often return to the countryside to spend his time in quiet prayer and solitude. Fridianus became known for working miracles. His most famous one is considered a legend. The River Serchio , which ran past Lucca, often flooded
126-460: A rake, his " Nine-toothed rake " (Jiǔchǐdīngpá), as his signatory weapon. In Japanese folklore, the Kumade (熊手, lit. 'bear hand') is a rake; a smaller, handheld, decorated version is sold as an engimono , often during Tori-no-Ichi (lit. "Rooster markets) which take place throughout Japan each November, and is believed to be able to, literally, rake-in good-fortune &/or rake-out bad-fortune for
147-510: A series of rakes become what Sideshow Bob describes as his "arch-nemesis". There is a Russian saying "to step on the same rake" ( Russian : наступить на те же грабли ), which means "to repeat the same silly mistake", also the word "rake" ( Russian : грабли ) in Russian slang means "troubles". In the 16th century Chinese novel Journey to the West , the major character Zhu Bajie wields
168-465: Is a heavy-duty tool with a flat edge for spreading and smoothing wet concrete and a curved side for scooping. Made of durable materials, it is essential for leveling concrete surfaces in construction. A roof rake features a long handle and a flat, scoop-like head for removing debris or snow from rooftops, preventing gutter clogs and structural damage, especially in snowy regions. Berry-picking rakes are tools for collecting berries. Fire rakes ,
189-442: Is constructed from steel or aluminum. The head sits at a 90-degree angle to the handle. A thatch rake's primary function is to eliminate thatch—an organic layer situated between the lawn and the soil surface. Diverging from the typical structure of rakes, a thatch rake is equipped with sharp blades on both sides of its head. One side effectively breaks up the thatch, while the other side facilitates its removal. When left unaddressed,
210-428: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Saint Fridianus Fridianus ( Italian : San Frediano , also Frigidanus, Frigidian, Frigianu ), was an Irish prince and hermit , fl. 6th century. Tradition names him as a son of King Ultach of Ulster . He later migrated to Italy, where he was appointed as Bishop of Lucca . The Basilica of San Frediano in
231-432: Is for conditioning and dethatching soil as well as moving larger pieces of debris. Most weeds have weaker and shallower roots than grass and thus dethatching along with (afterward) necessary sunlight, fertilizer and seed, and if later necessary any remedial chemicals, makes for a good crop of grass. Larger tools (or lawnmower attachments) are more often used for large areas of de-thatching or soil preparation. A concrete rake
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#1732790158140252-429: The bar to be used for levelling and scraping. These may have somewhat finer and shorter teeth and can perform a myriad of gardening and landscape tasks, and due to their more costly construction are likely to be a professional tool. Alternatively, a second set of differently shaped teeth may be added to the back of the bar. A landscaping rake resembles an oversized garden rake, with a longer head. A landscaping rake serves
273-468: The church was renamed as Ss. Frediano and Vincenzo. The church is now a major landmark and is regularly visited. Fridianus is often confused with Finnian of Moville . But no formal connection has ever been made between the two. Rake (tool) Large mechanized versions of rakes are used in farming , called hay rakes , are built in many different forms (e.g. star-wheel rakes, rotary rakes, etc.). Nonmechanized farming may be done with various forms of
294-554: The city is dedicated to him, as are churches in Florence . Fridianus is venerated as a Christian saint of the 6th century and as a bishop of Lucca . The Basilica di San Frediano in Lucca is dedicated to him. According to Catholic tradition, he was a prince of Ireland. He went on a pilgrimage to Rome , and later became a hermit on Mount Pisano, near Lucca. The Catholic Encyclopedia states: “Remarkable for sanctity and miracles
315-528: The city of Florence San Frediano a Settimo , a village in the province of Pisa Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title San Frediano . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=San_Frediano&oldid=884928854 " Category : Disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
336-597: The city of Lucca was attacked by the Lombards . The cathedral was burnt down and Fridianus rebuilt it. He may also have founded a group of eremitical canon priests ; these canons merged with the Canons Regular of the Lateran in 1507. Fridianus had a church built on the spot of the present basilica, dedicated to Vincent of Saragossa , a martyr from Zaragoza , Spain. When Fridianus was buried in this church,
357-428: The debris is often wet or rotted and can best be collected when the metal tines penetrate to the thatch layer. Leaf rakes are used to gather leaves, cut grass and debris, have long, flat teeth bent into an L-shape and fanned out from the point of attachment. This permits some flexibility to allow the teeth to conform to terrain, while also being light to minimize damage to vegetation. Compact, telescoping leaf rakes allow
378-494: The nearby city. The citizens became so distressed that they asked the bishop to come to their aid. Armed with a rake , Fridianus walked down to the river bank, and, strengthened by the prayers of the faithful, he commanded the waters of the Serchio to follow his rake. To the amazement of those gathered, the river followed Fridianus as he cut a path away from the city and the cultivated land on its outskirts. During his episcopate,
399-429: The purpose of smoothing and grading extensive soil areas or earth areas. It distinguishes itself from traditional leaf rakes or soil clod breakers due to its substantial width. Typically, a landscaping rake boasts a head measuring 30 to 38 inches or even broader, featuring steel tines set at a 90-degree angle to the handle. A stone rake is similar to a landscape rake, but with a narrower head of about 18 to 28 inches and
420-399: The teeth to be withdrawn by sliding a movable fixture point up the shaft. Garden rakes typically have steel teeth and are intended for heavier use in soil and larger debris. They have long, stiff teeth which must be able to withstand abrasion and bending forces. Bow rakes are a subset of garden rakes which separate the handle and bar with a bow-shaped extension which allows the flat back of
441-453: Was St. Fridianus (560-88), son of Ultonius, King of Ireland , or perhaps of a king of Ulster (Ultonia).” According to his legend, Fridianus was brought up trained in Irish monasticism , and was taught by St Enda and St Colman . He was later ordained a priest. During his pilgrimage to Rome, he decided to dedicate his life to God in solitude and became a hermit , living on Mount Pisano ,
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