Chainsaws & Accessories

About Chainsaws & Accessories

MyToolShed.co.uk supplies a comprehensive range of chainsaws and accessories for professional arborists, groundskeepers, landscape contractors, and property owners across the UK. This category encompasses petrol, electric, and cordless battery-powered chainsaws alongside essential accessories including replacement chains, guide bars, specialist bar oils, and sharpening equipment from trusted brands such as Makita, DeWalt, Bosch, and Einhell.

Modern chainsaws are available in multiple power configurations to suit different applications. Petrol models deliver maximum power for heavy-duty forestry work and remote locations, 240v corded electric chainsaws provide consistent performance for domestic tasks near power sources, whilst cordless battery options offer emission-free operation ideal for noise-sensitive residential areas. Maintaining your chainsaw with quality accessories—including sharp chains, appropriate lubrication, and replacement bars—ensures safe operation, optimal performance, and compliance with HSE workplace equipment standards.

Applications

Chainsaws and accessories are essential equipment for numerous trades and applications:

• Arborists and tree surgeons – tree felling, pruning, and safe tree removal operations
• Forestry workers – timber processing and woodland management
• Groundskeepers and gardeners – maintaining parks, estates, and large garden areas
• Landscape contractors – site clearance and ground preparation projects
• Farmers and agricultural workers – hedge maintenance, fallen tree removal, and firewood preparation
• Local authority maintenance teams – managing public spaces and roadside vegetation
• Property maintenance companies – routine grounds work and storm damage clearance
• DIY enthusiasts – home garden maintenance, log cutting, and woodworking projects

Choosing The Right Chainsaws & Accessories

Power Source: Select petrol chainsaws for maximum power and portability in remote locations, 240v electric models for consistent domestic use near power supplies, or cordless battery chainsaws for emission-free operation in residential areas with strict site regulations.

Guide Bar Length: Choose 300-350mm bars for pruning and light cutting, 400-450mm for general purpose work including medium tree felling, and 500mm or longer for professional forestry applications. Longer bars require more power and increase operator fatigue.

Chain Type: Standard cutting chains suit most applications, whilst low-kickback chains provide enhanced safety for less experienced users. Semi-chisel chains offer durability for general use, whereas full-chisel chains deliver faster cutting in clean softwood for professional applications.

Safety Features: Prioritise chainsaws with chain brakes, anti-vibration systems, and throttle locks for operator safety and HSE compliance. Tool-free chain tensioning and automatic oiling systems simplify maintenance and ensure proper lubrication.

Essential Accessories: MyToolShed.co.uk stocks replacement chains for quick changeovers, spare guide bars for different applications, specialist bar oil to prevent wear, chain sharpeners for maintaining cutting performance, and protective equipment including chainsaw trousers, safety helmets, and cut-resistant gloves.

Safety Information

Chainsaws require proper training and safety precautions. All operators should receive appropriate instruction through accredited courses meeting HSE standards. Never operate without proper training or manufacturer guidance. Essential PPE includes approved chainsaw protective trousers, safety boots with chainsaw protection, helmets with integrated visor and ear defenders, and cut-resistant gloves. Inspect equipment before use, ensure correct chain tension, verify safety features function properly, and maintain awareness of surroundings. Keep bystanders at least two tree-lengths away during felling operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I sharpen my chainsaw chain?

Sharpen your chain when cutting performance reduces, when it produces dust rather than wood chips, or when pressure is needed to make cuts. Professional users often sharpen several times daily during intensive work. As a general rule, sharpen after every two to three fuel tanks or whenever the chain contacts soil, which rapidly dulls the cutters.

What size chainsaw do I need for cutting firewood?

For cutting firewood from logs up to 300mm diameter, a chainsaw with a 400mm guide bar provides an ideal balance of manoeuvrability and cutting capacity for most users. Electric or battery models suit processing pre-cut logs, whilst petrol chainsaws offer greater flexibility for felling trees or cutting larger diameter timber.

Do I need training to use a chainsaw professionally?

Yes, professional chainsaw use requires appropriate training. The HSE recommends certification through NPTC or Lantra Awards schemes, covering maintenance, cross-cutting, felling, and specialist operations. Many clients and insurance providers require proof of certification before permitting chainsaw work on their sites.