For some festive revellers, only a real tree at Christmas will do. It’s part of the annual ritual of getting ready for the season of goodwill, but when the partying comes to an end for another year, there’s the issue of how to dispose of the tree and the clearing up of the inevitable needles in the carpet.
For anyone who feels that buying an artificial Christmas tree means having one which doesn’t look as good as a real one, it’s time to think again. There are many benefits to owning one and the range available is now fantastic. You’d be surprised how traditional artificial trees actually are!
Easy maintenance
An artificial tree is easy to put into place and then pack away in January. There are no branches to trim, it doesn’t need watering and there are no needles to constantly vacuum.
A pop-up Christmas
With a busy life already and a hectic festive few weeks ahead, spending time putting up a tree can be a job which is put off until close to Christmas Eve. It’s a shame to do this when there’s so many quick to erect options which look great in minutes. Choose a pop-up one and you’ll have it in place and decorated by the time the kettle has boiled and you’ve made a rewarding cup of tea.
Gorgeous greenery
Artificial trees look just as realistic as those felled in the forests each year. Choose one with really bushy branches and sit back and enjoy it knowing you won’t have the dreaded needle drop to contend with.
Easy to store
There’s always the dilemma with a real tree as to what to do with it when it’s time to take the decorations down. Driving it to the recycling centre can be a chore – even more so if it’s a large tree so opting for an artificial one takes away this problem. Just box it up and pop in the loft until next year – easy and straightforward.
Small is beautiful
For homes with limited storage space, buying a miniature artificial Christmas tree is the solution. Decorated with glittering baubles, a small tree looks just as wondrous as another two or three times its height.
Hinged branches for ease of storing
Choose a tree with hinged branches for a quick tidy away of all the decorations. They just fold away against the branch of the tree and whole piece can be popped into the box and then somewhere safe until needed again in just under a year.
Look as good as the real thing
Artificial trees really do look as realistic as any you’d find with the actual smell of pine. If the overall look of the tree is what’s holding you back, think again and look at the range of luxurious artificial fir types available.
Ultimate luxury
For a commanding presence, a tall tree will always be a talking point. One which looks as if it’s real – such as a Dunhill Fir - will fool and then amaze all your guests.
Traditional looks
Many grew up with a real tree which was often the Nobilis Fir. It symbolised Christmas but was hard work to keep looking good as it needed watering often. The artificial equivalent will give a real nostalgic look to a vintage themed Christmas without a watering can in sight.
Available all year round!
For many of you, Christmas trees are something that gets sorted on the 30th November! But for those who are truly Christmas fanatics, buying a tree can be a planned out event. And choosing an artificial tree can mean availability almost all year round.