A lot of people tend to get confused between wheelbarrows and garden carts. But there is a considerable difference between the two. Wheelbarrows have one or two front wheels and they are designed to allow you to walk behind them holding the handle. This makes it easier for you to control and maneuver the wheelbarrow. It also has sloping sides compared to the straight sides of a garden cart. Wheelbarrows are created to let you carry compost, loose dirt, and mulch to various parts of the garden. Garden carts have much larger wheels and can carry much heavier loads for you. But they can be difficult to control especially if you have a rough garden surface. The most significant difference is the wheelbarrow tires.Did you ever ask yourself ‘Where did the Wheelbarrow come from?’ Well here are five quick bits of knowledge on the history of the wheelbarrow:
1. The wheelbarrow was first invented in Ancient Greece.
2. China was using the wheelbarrow in the 2nd Century.
3. Wheelbarrows were rare in England before the 15th Century.
4. In 1970 Dyson improved the design by replacing the wheel with a ball.
5. In 1998 Honda produced an electric power-assisted wheelbarrow.
Although I prefer the wheelbarrow over a garden cart, it comes down to individual preference. If you prefer pulling a cart, then the garden cart is the better option. On the other hand, if you prefer pushing it then the wheelbarrow is a better option. You need to take into account your physical condition, the topography of the garden, the construction of the cart versus the wheelbarrow. For example, stainless steel wheelbarrows are lighter than the ones made of hard iron. You can also choose from Pneumatic (air-filled) tires or solid foam filled ones. Once again, the choice will make a huge difference in the way you operate the garden cart. One of the better quality wheelbarrows is the Ames True Temper 4 Cubic Foot Homeowner Poly Tray Wheelbarrow. The reason I like it is it has great cubic footage and a thirteen inch wheel plus it’s really easy to assemble.
