Christmas Trees

11/12/2018 (Permalink)

Beautiful Natural Christmas Tree

Holiday season is approaching and who doesn't love the look of a real Christmas tree. Choosing your own tree, cutting it down, and taking it home is a great holiday tradition to start with your family. Live trees really seem to put people in the Christmas spirit and make your house smell amazing! If they are not properly cared for, your Christmas spirit could potentially go up in flames! Here are a few tips for this holiday season:

• Choose a tree that has been freshly cut and has green needles
• Water your tree DAILY to keep it from drying out
• Only use flame retardant lights and decorations
• Ensure there are no frayed wires on holiday lights
• Do not connect more than 3 strands of mini string light sets
• Keep your tree at least 3 feet away from ANY heat source
• Do not block exits with your tree
• Always unplug lights before leaving the house and before bed
• Get rid of the tree when needles start turning brown or stop turning the lights on. This means that your tree is drying out
• Be sure to check that smoke alarms are working properly and that your family knows what to do in case of a fire

While live trees are beautiful, they can be fire hazards. Be sure to take preventative measures, be aware, and be prepared this holiday season to keep your family safe!