The
hunt for the best Christmas tree has officially begun. Whether you are buying
it on the market or going out into the woods for a tree, choosing the right one
for your home can put a special touch on Christmas.
The
Christmas tree is the focal point of every home during the holiday season. That
means that choosing the wrong Christmas tree can affect the holiday mood of
your dearest ones. But what is a wrong Christmas tree? How can there even be
such a thing?
The Wrong Christmas Tree?
The
wrong Christmas tree would be anyone that doesn't fit the room that it is
erected. It typically is placed in the living room, but if that’s a problem,
you can solve it by decluttering. The fit isn't
strictly size related though; it could be the dominating colour of the tree,
the shape, or that it doesn't feel natural. Sometimes you can't see it coming
until you put the tree in the room. Once it's there, all you can do is to
accept what you’ve bought.
The Choice
The
secret to choosing the best Christmas tree is to ask yourself the right
questions. In which room will I place it? Am I going to make it a centrepiece
of the room or a smaller tree in the other room?
Another
big question is how much space you are willing to give to the tree. There are
two basic shapes of a Christmas tree – a full shape and a narrow shape. A full
form is pretty much the standard. The chances are that all the most beautiful
Christmas trees you have ever seen were “full-shaped.” It’s the shape that we
all recognize, and that is what makes a great tree.
However, if you are tight on space, then a narrow tree
is a must. As for the colour of the tree, it must complement the overall tone
of the room as well as the colours and shapes of your Christmas decorations.
Protecting Your Tree
Like
finding the best tree isn’t already hard enough, you have to keep it fresh and
green (at least for the holidays.) Start the right way, and choose a healthy
tree that doesn’t have a lot of brown needles. Once you take it home, the race
with nature begins. The secret is in the way you store the tree. If you aren't
planning on putting it up immediately, store it in an unheated place, but away
from cold and wind.
When
the time comes, you must place the tree on a stand that holds at least a gallon
of water. Depending on the diameter of your tree, the water level will vary,
but be sure that the tree has enough water at any time.
The
place of the tree is also important. It shouldn’t be near any heat source, like
a fireplace or radiator, nor should it be near a window or front door. The
truth is, keeping your Christmas tree green and fresh isn’t that hard, it just
requires a bit of dedication. Show your Christmas tree love that it deserves
and it will reward you much, much more, by making your Christmas holidays
perfect for you and your loved ones.
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