When it comes to making one of the most important purchases of the holiday season, consumers are faced with what can seem to be an overwhelming amount of choices. So here are some tips that will help you make your decision and enjoy your holidays:
When considering a live tree, ask yourself these questions...read more»
If you've ever considered purchasing an artificial Christmas tree, let's count the ways you'll be glad you did. Christmas trees have been part of the holidays for centuries, but artificial Christmas trees didn't become popular until aluminum trees arrived in the 1960s. Of course, artificial Christmas trees have come a long way in the last 40 years, and today's trees are made from durable plastic that won't fade in color. That's why today's artificial Christmas trees can last as long as up to 20 years, saving...read more»
Depending on how old you are, you likely visualize the silver aluminum pine trees from the 1960s when you think of artificial trees. Admittedly, artificial trees in the past looked very little like the real thing, but now artificial trees are similar and often times even better in appearance than live Christmas trees. So if you haven’t viewed an artificial tree in several years, it’s time to look again....read more»
Whether you’re a family with a houseful of children and relatives or an empty-nest couple looking to simplify life across the board, purchasing an artificial Christmas tree for the holidays can present myriad benefits.
For a family, an artificial Christmas tree saves the time and fuel costs associated with journeying to a tree lot or a cut-your-own tree farm. In a few seasons...read more»
The shopping, the wrapping, the insane lines to meet Santa at the mall-they’re all part of the holiday picture. But imagine if you could delete parts of the picture of holiday chaos and find some relief.
Imagine: You don’t take that hour drive to a Choose 'n'Cut tree lot. The arguments over which tree is best, if it will fit in the living room and whether the bald spot can be hidden in the corner…never happen. And no one has to worry about the daily tree watering and cleaning of pine needles for the next six weeks. Peace...read more»
Many homeowners have a certain style and look they’re going for when decorating their home for the holidays. Whether that style is old-fashioned or modern, there are numerous Christmas trees to choose from to ring in the holidays. What you’ll get with an artificial tree is a beautiful, flawless tree that will be part of your decorating plans for holidays to come, so it’s important to choose a tree that works with your decorations and...read more»
Ever try to find the perfect living Christmas tree in a lot or at a tree farm? You comb the lot or the hillside looking for that ideal tree with uniform sides, and invariably each tree you think might be the one has a flaw that keeps you searching. At some point, you might just settle for a tree that’s attractive, but not perfectly symmetrical. There goes your Martha Stewart...read more»
Financial experts recommend that cost-conscious families buy reusable goods. They may cost a bit extra initially, but the savings over time can be substantial.
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Let’s face it, life is anything but simple and the holidays, as much as we love them, can be stressful. When thinking about ways to de-stress the holidays, consider the Christmas tree first.
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The many benefits of owning an artificial Christmas tree may just surprise you.
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