The Holidays are approaching and the push to find the perfect Christmas Tree has begun (or will begin soon). As the Baby Boomer Generation matures, more and more consumers are opting for the convenience and reliability of Arificial Prelit Christmas Trees. Should you make the move? What distinguishes a quality tree? Where do you begin?
We'll take a quick look at what makes Artificial Christmas Trees advantageous, what comprises quality trees, and how to maximize the life of your tree/investment. Off we go!
Artificial Christmas Tree Advantages:
- Appearance: As technology has advanced artificial trees are almost indistinguishable for real trees, and the symmetry is almost always better.
- Cleanliness: No sweeping/vacuuming of needles or watering necessary.
- Convenience: Use the same tree for many years - just pack away at the end of the season.
- Structure: Make sure the tree has a solid base and quality metal frame.
- Tip Count: Each tree box should list the amount of tips (artificial needles) on each tree - the fuller the better.
- Light Count: Purely stringing as many lights on a tree as possible does not improve the appearance - make sure the tree has a balanced appearance.
- Weight: Why does this matter? Simply put, "The more weight, the more material, the better the quality."
- Space/Volume: Make sure you pick a tree that properly fills your designated space.
- Fluffing: Make sure to "fluff" your tree when you set it up to give it the fullest look possible.
- Light Maintenance: Change the lights when they go out! Burnt out lights increase the wattage on the strand shortening the life of the other lights.
- Necessary Tools: Light Keeper Pro and similar tools help you find problemed lights and track electric current. Do not replace the entire strand - find the problem.
