Christmas Tip Part 1 of 3

Here are some great tips and things to consider as the Christmas Season comes around the corner…

Perhaps you should consider a fake tree… (They are much safer and cleaner)

A Real Tree To Do List:

• A real tree should not lose green needles when you tap it on the ground.
• Cut 1 inch off the trunk to help absorb water.
• Leave the tree outside until ready to decorate.
• The stand should hold at least 1 gal. of water.
• A 6′ tree will use 1 gallon of water every two days.
• Mix a commercial preservative with the water.
• Check the water level every day.
• Secure the tree with wire to keep it from tipping.
• Keep tree away from floor heaters, fire places, or other heat sources.
• Use only UL-listed lights, and no more than 3 strands linked together.
• Use miniature lights–which have cool-burning bulbs.
• Turn off the Christmas lights when you sleep, or if you leave your home for very long.
• Never use candles, even on artificial trees.
• Clean the tree stand to improve the tree’s water intake, use one cap-ful of bleach to a cup of water.
• Dispose of the tree properly.

We purchased our first “fake” tree last year… when both of us grew up with a real tree… and I can honestly say that we will never go back. The ease of care and set up, out weighs the mess any day…

Have a great Holiday Season!

Jared & Rebecca Chamberlain
www.ChamberlainGroup.ca
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