How To Sharpen A Shovel

Question From: J. Miracle - MICHIGAN
Q: How to sharpen a shovel, do I sharpen the top of the blade or the bottom side of the blade?

A:

Jim you sharpen the top of the blade, that is the side that faces up when you are digging. I use a mill bastard file. If you use a machine sharpener. Keep it moving so you don't overheat the metal. Best And Happy Yardening, Nancy.