Have you ever wondered how to get stripes in your lawn like the pro's do? Its not as hard as you think. Check out this illustration. Its all about alternating your pattern and directions in which you cut the grass. This creates the light green & dark green effect because the sun-light hitting the bent grass in different angles. As the grass is laid over in different directions it causes a different light and dark shade of green. So now you don't have to pay a professional, follow this method and get the professional look without the cost.
Infographic by: yourgreenpal
Infographic by: yourgreenpal