Christmas Tree Set Up

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    • Set the tree up away from any heat sources, including fireplaces and heaters
    • Christmas trees located near heat sources can be a fire hazardMartha Stewart: Setting Up a Christmas Tree
    • Before putting the tree in a stand, cut about one half inch of the wood away at the base
    • Put your tree in a tree stand; have one person hold the tree straight while you guide it into the stand
    • Water the tree as soon as you put it in the tree stand
    • Provide about one quart of water for every inch of the tree's diameterNational Christmas Tree Association: How to Care for Your...Fresh Christmas Tree
    • Water the tree regularly: fresh cut Christmas trees can absorb up to a gallon of water each dayMartha Stewart: Setting Up a Christmas Tree
  • Once you have selected your Christmas tree, it is time to set it up and decorate! Setting up a Christmas tree can be a daunting task for some—from fresh Christmas trees to artificial, Mahalo's page offers links to instructions on everything from arranging the tree skirt to putting on the tree topper!
  • Setting Up Artificial Christmas Trees

    If you have an artificial Christmas tree, the setup can involve much more than just putting the tree in a stand. Some artificial trees have individual hinged branches that must be added; many are color-coded to make the task easier. Shape the branches as you go—some may have lost shape in storage. Try to give the branches a slight bend instead of shaping at sharp angles for a more natural effect.

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