Artificial Christmas Tree Praise
Although nothing beats the fragrant pine-needle scent of a fresh Christmas tree, there are several reasons an artificial Christmas tree is a sensible alternative to the real thing. Some artificial Christmas trees are so realistic, unless you're very close, it's hard to tell the difference. If you're an old hand at decorating (and “un-decorating”) Christmas trees, you know some of the disadvantages of a real tree. Let's look at some of the reasons you might want to consider an artificial tree this holiday season.
If you live in an apartment building or condo and on the third—4th, 5th, etc…—floor, it requires an appreciable amount of effort to purchase, transport and set up the tree before you can even begin decorating it with lights and ornaments. Grandparents may not have the energy for all that. Getting the tree in your home and installing it can be difficult work. Even if you're physically capable, you may not have the time. An artificial Christmas tree may make good sense in your particular situation.
Children may want their own small Christmas tree in their room—they love to gaze at the lights at night, dreaming about a visit from Santa. However, many parents worry about fire danger from a dry natural tree. An artificial tree minimizes this worry.
Perhaps you're looking for a white Christmas tree to suit your taste or color scheme. Fresh trees don't come in white. Artificial Christmas trees do. Unlike a fresh tree, an artificial Christmas tree is virtually symmetrical, and this is important to some decorators.
An artificial Christmas tree will last for years and may be stored away out of season, in a relatively small space. Most come in sections, easily assembled when the holiday season arrives.
To compensate for the lack of that fresh pine fragrance, try using strategically placed bowls of potpourri. You could even purchase a spray scent that simulates fresh pine. A simmering pot of apple cider on the stove with cloves and cinnamon creates a heavenly aroma all around the house.
To enjoy a genuine fresh pine scent, gather or purchase pine branches to make into a garland for the fireplace or stair railing.
The final argument for an artificial tree is cleanup after New Year's. After getting pierced by dry needles and sticky with sap in your hair, you may vote for an artificial Christmas tree next year!
Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.