Every single year, millions of Americans ask: should I get a real Christmas tree or an artificial Christmas tree this year? The fact of the matter is that there are advantages to both. It is important to take all of the differences into account and when deciding which type of tree will work best for you this holiday season.
Live Christmas trees are the only things that will provide you will the natural and fresh pine scent that many people love. There have been decent sprays that have been produced to simulate the smell, but none of them can really get it quite right. They also possess the one trait that every artificial tree tries to capture: realism. There is simply no tree that looks more realistic than an actual real tree.
On the other hand, artificial Christmas trees require no maintenance such as having to be watered or trimmed. They also will not wither and die, and therefore can be used for several years without the need to be replaced. This makes it a great money saver. Artificial Christmas trees are also less flammable, particularly the flame resistant ones. The branches are generally malleable whereas if you try to bend a branch on a real tree, it will likely break. If you want to move a real tree around, you have to lug it entirely in one big piece whereas with an artificial tree, you can split it up into several smaller pieces which makes it a much easier task. Another thing to consider is that despite the pleasant scent of real trees, many people are allergic to them. Artificial trees are a must-have for anyone with allergies.
All Things Christmas and More has a nice selection of artificial Christmas trees available, including many prelit varieties. If you have any questions about these items or are simply looking for more information on the many differences between real trees and artificial trees, e-mail [email protected] and someone will get back to you promptly.
