A Guide to Choosing the Best Tree Fir You
The buyer’s guide to Artificial Christmas Trees
Don’t Go Out on a Limb
There’s nothing better than setting up your tree for the festive season, so why not choose a tree with no maintenance required from set up to packing away!
Looking to switch up your Christmas displays this year by buying a new artificial Christmas tree or simply to replace your traditional high-maintenance Christmas Tree? Don’t worry, our experts have you covered with our 2022 Artificial Christmas Tree buyers guide. As the Christmas season begins to loom, many of us begin to think about decking the halls with boughs of holly and festive foliage! But with a wide range of artificial Christmas trees to choose from on the market, it can be hard to know what you want.
In this buyer’s guide, we will explain the different types and styles of artificial Christmas trees and what’s best to suit your needs and most importantly, your space. We’ll also give you ideas, tips and tricks on how to dress and decorate your tree to either create a statement or a traditional feel in your home this Christmas. So, whether you’re looking for a traditional cone shapes tree or a flocked, snowy Christmas tree to create your winter wonderland, we have all the information you need to make this critical decision.
So don’t be left with the struggle of maintaining a real tree this Christmas – read on for an all you need to know guide about choosing the perfect artificial Christmas tree for your home in no time.
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Before You Buy…
When it comes to artificial Christmas trees, knowing the shape and style of the tree that you want can be difficult to work out. Do you want to create a snowy scene, a traditional green one or do you want it tall, short, wide, or slim? Additionally, do you want to add your own lights or have a pre-lit tree which takes away the hassle of placing lights on your tree?
Once you’ve decided where you want them, the next step is to decide what style and shape of tree best suits your space or taste. Here we’ll help you understand what type of effect each different shape and finish of an artificial Christmas tree can create and later decide which tree to choose before getting close to making your purchase of your Christmas showstopper this winter!
Types & Styles of Artificial Christmas Trees
There’s nothing that says Christmas more than the Christmas tree in your home – but there are a lot of styles and shapes of artificial Christmas trees available. Ruxley Manor’s Christmas shop is here to shed some light on the differences between artificial Christmas trees so you can decide which type of tree is ideal for you!
Bushy Christmas Trees
Perfect for filling a larger space or window bay in your home, a wide and full, bushy Christmas tree is far from the traditional English Christmas tree that some of us are all used to.
Perfect for dressing from trunk to branch, a bushy artificial Christmas tree will give you endless space to hang and place baubles all around, perfect for making a statement in a spacious area or entry way.
Slim Christmas Trees
For those short on space, a slim tree is ideal to place and tuck away to the side of the room or into a corner, still with a full finish, slim Christmas trees are perfect for those looking for a tree that won’t consume too much space over the Christmas season.
Don’t be mistaken, although slim this tree won’t lack space to hang those precious and special Christmas baubles
Short Christmas Trees
Short artificial Christmas trees are perfect for those who love Christmas spirit but don’t have the space or time to decorate a larger Christmas tree.
Although small, this sized tree will come full and thick, so you won’t have to miss out on the feel of having a larger Christmas tree at home.
Tall Christmas Trees
Looking to decorate your home from floor to ceiling this Christmas, then a tall artificial Christmas tree will be nothing short of beneficial when it comes to add that Christmas spirit all around your home this season.
Tall trees can come both bushy or slim, so whether you’re looking for sleek style or a jaw-dropping master piece, you’ll find that choosing a tall tree is your best option.
Realistic Christmas Trees
Really fool your guests this Christmas season with a realistic Christmas tree. Moulded PE/PVC from real branches, it leaves a beautiful effect at the end of each branch and tip to your Christmas tree.
So, with a realistic artificial Christmas tree, you won’t need to worry about your tree looking ‘fake’ with new realistic finish technology.
Flocked Christmas Trees
Immersive yourself into a winter wonderland this year in your home. Flocked trees are perfect for creating that snowy or frosty finish with your Christmas decorations this year.
Perfect for those who want to create a different atmosphere and decorate a magical wonderland into their homes.
Pre-Lit Christmas Trees
Save the arguments and hassle with a Pre-lit tree at Christmas, simply click a pre-lit tree together and make sure the lights are all linked together and voila, your tree is set up and ready to decorate.
Without the need to worry about wires and trailing cables, a pre-lit tree is the perfect solution to anyone looking to a Christmas tree that is both easy to set up and without hassle!
LED Christmas Trees
More increasingly popular than ever, LED Christmas trees are ideal for those who don’t love to decorate over the Christmas season but want to add a little festive touch to their home.
Our range of LED birch trees are perfect to unbox and plug in and even hang a deocration or two on. Cheaper than an artificial Christmas tree, these are perfect for those on a budget and limited space.
What Size Tree Should I Buy
There’s more to your Christmas tree than its height listed on the box, with bigger trees comes more tips to hang beautiful baubles and tuck away your lengths of lights. So when it comes to choosing your artificial Christmas tree, start your decision with the finish and decorating space you want in mind.
Some of our artificial Christmas trees come with over 2000 tips, that means that there are over 2000 branches to choose from when you want to hang your decs, tinsel and lights! But ultimately, you need to understand what theme and finish you want for your Christmas tree, so if you wanted a minimalistic finish then the needs for tips on your tree would be lower than someone who wanted to create a candy cane extravaganza! So when it comes to your choice, just keep in mind that the amount of tips will affect what you can hang and place across your tree!
Lastly, the final decision comes down to how much space and ceiling space you have, but you can be sure to find a tree to suit all your needs in any height and width!
The Artificial Advantage
What more to say than going artificial will be nothing short of beneficial? Over the Christmas period an artificial tree will require much less attention than a real one, there’s no need to prune or water and also no deterioration of an artificial Christmas tree over the holiday season, so you won’t have to deal with staring at a tired looking tree towards the end of Christmas.
There’s no need to be a Grinch about it – artificial Christmas trees have come a long way. No longer the scrawny evergreens they once were, today’s artificial Christmas trees are lush, full and realistic-looking. Add to that their many benefits (no messy needles to clean up, for one), and it’s no wonder that more and more people are going artificial. Here are just a few reasons why an artificial tree may be the right choice for you:
Artificial trees are virtually maintenance-free. Once you’ve fluffed out the branches and added your favourite decorations, your tree will look great all season long – no watering, shedding, pruning or clean-up required. And when the holidays are over, simply pack up your tree and store it away until next year. No deep cleaning required or worrying about pollen release or other allergens into the air!
They come in a variety of styles and colours, and many are pre-lit with lights that are designed to stay lit for the entire holiday season. While artificial trees may never completely replace the real thing, they do offer several benefits that make them worth considering.
And since artificial trees can be reused year after year, they’re actually a more environmentally friendly option than real trees. If you’re looking for a hassle-free Christmas tree this year, an artificial tree may be the way to go.
Real vs Fake
A renewable resource is an attractive resource, real Christmas trees are renewable as they can be replanted after being used for one season. With a real tree comes a real scent, real Christmas trees bring that true Christmassy smell into your home and make it feel as though Christmas has arrived at home. Whilst real trees are more natural, soft and fragrant with evergreen, they are not without their downsides.
A real tree requires tending to and maintenance throughout the season, and ultimately towards the end of Christmas some real trees may begin to look tired and sad. Throughout Christmas your real tree will consistently drop needles and require watering (not ideal when you have carpet!) and with watering comes the risk of fire if your tree is glistening with Christmas lights. And lastly, you always have the hassle of disposing or replanting your tree at the end of the season – and issue avoided with an artificial Christmas tree.
Artificial Christmas trees have progressed and improved drastically over the years and more so in recent years with new realistic finish technology and easy pre-lit connect lights. Made from PE/PVC moulded from real tree branches, their finish is unbeatable and so much like the real thing when inspected from a short distance. Available in a whole range of shapes, sizes, and colours to suite any Christmas theme or style, it’s so easy to find a tree that fits your needs and space.
Because they’re artificial this means that they come with little to no maintenance when compared to a real tree, no watering, pruning, or cleaning. More importantly, they can be used year after year, making them more environmentally friendly than previous artificial Christmas trees and reduces the number of real trees cut down at Christmas each year. Lastly, you won’t need to worry about replanting your tree (if you have space) for next year!
Pre-Lit vs Un-Lit
Pre-Lit
Pre-lit artificial trees take the hassle out of stringing lights. Simply plug in the tree, and voila – instant holiday cheer. No more tangled lights or burnt-out bulbs to deal with. And if you have young children or pets in the home, pre-lit artificial trees are a safer option since there are no hanging cords or sharp needles to worry about.
If you’re like most people, you love the holidays. Decorating the Christmas tree is one of the highlights of the season. But what if there was a way to make the tree-decorating process even easier? Enter the pre-lit artificial Christmas tree. These trees come with lights already attached, so all you need to do is plug them in and voila – instant holiday cheer.
Un-Lit
For the more adventurous and decorative homes, an un-lit tree is perfect for homes where you like to use your own finishing touches. Un-lit Christmas trees give you the opportunity to add as much or as little as you’d like and if you want to add that extra touch of character, you can add decorative and garland lights for a beautiful finish.
Secondly, if you’re looking for a more cost efficient and simple Christmas tree that you feel doesn’t need the sparkle beyond your baubles, then an un-lit tree is the perfect option to create a subtle, natural finish.
Storage
If you’re short on storage space, an artificial tree is a great option. You may be thinking “where can I store a 6ft (or more!) tree for 11 months of the year?” Well, most artificial Christmas trees can be disassembled and stored in a relatively small space. And if you live in an flat or small home with limited storage, it’s a great benefit.
Most of our trees come in durable cardboard boxes which can be reused and recycled each year to keep your Christmas tree stored away safely, alternatively you can always opt for Christmas tree bag. Christmas tree bags are reusable, zippable bags with plenty of room for both your tree and the odd set of decorations or lights!
