As Christmas comes to an end and the new year has begun, we finally start putting away all of the Christmas decor. many people use this first week of the new year to end the Christmas season by putting away everything that has to do with Christmas. If you hadn't thought ahead to storing of your Christmas tree, this might be something that you're suddenly faced with. If you are among the many who bought a new artificial Christmas tree, and either threw away the box it came in without giving it a second thought or if the box was damaged during Christmas because the kids found it and turned it into a fort or maybe it got put out on the porch where it got wet, you are likely faced with the question - What do I do for my Christmas tree storage? Containers of that size are not something that most people have sitting around the house. It also not something that you just find anywhere. Many people reach for a trash bag that they try to wrap around the tree, but quickly realize that it may not have been the best choice as the tears down the side of the black garbage appear rapidly. Duct tape usually is a typical addition that can be kinda scary. Not only does it not really work, often it can actually stick to the artificial branches and cause damage that you'll regret next year when trying to remember how to set it up.
Use this year to think ahead about something that will bug you at the end of each and every Christmas for the next many years. Not only will you benefit during the end of the season when it's time to put it away, but you'll also benefit at the start of the season when you want to set it up quickly so you can get on with the many other decorating festivities. Have the proper Christmas tree storage container will preserve your Christmas tree, help set up to be more efficient and allow for much better tear down.
Take the time to measure the outside dimensions of your tree so you know how large of a container to invest in. Make sure to buy a slightly bigger container than the box that it originally came in. Artificial trees will naturally take up more room when taken down after the first and subsequent uses. Don't just take the original box dimensions and assume that will work for storage.
Once you have these dimensions in hand, start shopping online. We have a bunch of links here that will give you the best options possible. Read some of the articles that include evaluations of different types of containers that you can choose from.
Reviews of Christmas Tree Storage Containers
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Thursday, December 30, 2010
DIY Christmas Tree Storage options
Can you share with us your favorite way to store your Christmas tree? Do you have a new or clever way to maintain it's shape and keep it safe from year to year? We'd love to hear it. If we get some brilliant ideas there may even be some prizes available. Guess we'll have to wait and see how many responses we get. I bet someone already a simple and incredibly smart way to store Christmas trees at a very lost cost. Submit your comment below.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Christmas Tree Storage Container Reviews
Lots of choices!
There are a number of options for Christmas Tree Storage Containers. There are plastic storage containers with rigid sides and a removable or flip top lids. There are soft sided storage containers that have carrying handles that are easier to collapse and take up much less room when not in use.
To start we need to think of both use during the year from January to November and also the time during December when the Christmas Tree is up. During the year there are storage locations to consider. Are you storing the tree in the basement? Perhaps in the attic or just a closet. Each of those locations have different environmental factors. If you're storing it in a basement, is there moisture? Is the floor damp? If those factors are present then a flexible storage container would be ruled out. A more rigid plastic container is the choice.
No matter where you're storing it, the question will be whether or not other things will be stacked on top of it. If it's going on a shelf or on top of others then a soft shell works just fine.
Don't forget labeling. Where ever your Christmas Tree is stored, you'll need to find it easily. When Santa's coming, you don't want to be still lookin' for your tree. So put a big sticker, sheet of paper or write on the box so you know exactly where your tree is.
Keep in mind all of the different environmental factors that will impact your tree storage plans. Is there going to be a lot of dust around? If you have it in your garage and there is saw dust or if it's in your basement, is your washer and dryer nearby, since dryers kick out a lot of dust and lint.
Consider also what other kinds of storage containers that you use for other things that need to be stored long term. Do you have a bunch of plastic bins already? Do you have shelves that things sit on? Do you pile everything in a spare bedroom? Is the standard storage option just a semi-random spot in the corner?
Storing your Christmas tree in a regular spot each year in a good container will save you money and keep your tree looking good for a long time to come.
There are a number of options for Christmas Tree Storage Containers. There are plastic storage containers with rigid sides and a removable or flip top lids. There are soft sided storage containers that have carrying handles that are easier to collapse and take up much less room when not in use.
To start we need to think of both use during the year from January to November and also the time during December when the Christmas Tree is up. During the year there are storage locations to consider. Are you storing the tree in the basement? Perhaps in the attic or just a closet. Each of those locations have different environmental factors. If you're storing it in a basement, is there moisture? Is the floor damp? If those factors are present then a flexible storage container would be ruled out. A more rigid plastic container is the choice.
No matter where you're storing it, the question will be whether or not other things will be stacked on top of it. If it's going on a shelf or on top of others then a soft shell works just fine.
Don't forget labeling. Where ever your Christmas Tree is stored, you'll need to find it easily. When Santa's coming, you don't want to be still lookin' for your tree. So put a big sticker, sheet of paper or write on the box so you know exactly where your tree is.
Keep in mind all of the different environmental factors that will impact your tree storage plans. Is there going to be a lot of dust around? If you have it in your garage and there is saw dust or if it's in your basement, is your washer and dryer nearby, since dryers kick out a lot of dust and lint.
Consider also what other kinds of storage containers that you use for other things that need to be stored long term. Do you have a bunch of plastic bins already? Do you have shelves that things sit on? Do you pile everything in a spare bedroom? Is the standard storage option just a semi-random spot in the corner?
Storing your Christmas tree in a regular spot each year in a good container will save you money and keep your tree looking good for a long time to come.
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