The difference between artificial and real Christmas trees?

Artificial or real Christmas tree? It’s a conversation that’s run for years in many houses and businesses.

We may be a little biased, but we’re here to explain why an artificial Christmas tree is better than a real Christmas tree, not only for this year, but for many years to come.

Read on to see our top 5 reasons why you should buy an artificial Christmas tree…

1. Artificial trees are a wise investment

Christmas is often the most extravagant time of the year - spending on presents, visiting family and friends, meals and drinks out, buying your Christmas dinner.

So, why not save yourself some money and invest in an artificial realistic Christmas tree? Artificial trees at Christmas Tree World are guaranteed for 10 years but can withstand 15 years of being packed away and unfurled.

Get yourself an artificial Christmas tree and then forget about the need to change your tree every year!

2. Artificial trees last longer than real ones

While real Christmas trees can look mind-blowing when they’re first assembled, they’re unlikely to stay looking so pristine for very long.

Real trees lose their lustre fairly quickly and are likely to drop their needles on your floor almost immediately, which can make your stunning Christmas tree look sparse and disappointing. Even worse is that they may not even last until the big day itself.

Artificial Christmas trees don’t have to deal with the problem of colour weakening as they are designed with synthetic materials to avoid such potential issues. You can be sure to unpack your tree, year after year, and it will still look as stunning as when you first saw it.

3. Artificial Xmas trees look just as authentic as the real thing

If you’ve thought that artificial trees look fake, think again - artificial trees look every bit as real as an organic tree.

At Christmas Tree World, we pride ourselves on creating ultra-realistic Christmas trees. Crafted with the latest Polyethylene techniques to make our trees look as close to real-life as possible, you won’t be able to tell the difference!

Our realistic, bushy Christmas trees and snowy Christmas trees, for example, will look like the genuine article but can be used each year with no fuss when it comes to erecting, decorating or tidying away. Even if you want a snow-capped tree, you can without resorting to fake snow spray.

4. There's more choice of shapes, styles and sizes

Real trees are limited in range, with only two species of tree available to buyers.

With an artificial tree, you really are spoiled for choice. You can find anything from 3 foot artificial Christmas trees to tall artificial Christmas trees, black Christmas trees to frosted trees and even pre-lit Christmas trees if you want less hassle during the festive period.

If you aren’t sure what you want from a tree, you can browse our website to find the perfect tree for your home this year and pick the ideal decorations to go with it.

5. Easy to maintain

If you want a hassle-free tree for Christmas, (and who doesn’t at this hectic time?) then, an artificial tree is what you need.

Simply take your tree out of the bag, pop it up, spread the branches out and you’re ready to decorate it however you like with our range of Christmas baubles.

Artificial trees can be stored away and re-used, keeping it all intact for the next year. Christmas Tree World's Christmas tree storage bags ensure your tree is properly stored in and won’t gather those pesky cobwebs! This also ensures you aren’t bringing any harmful bugs inside.

6. Artificial Christmas trees come with fewer health risks

Real Christmas trees can cause health issues, besides bringing bugs indoors, which are not a factor with artificial trees.

“Christmas tree syndrome” is one such health risk associated with real Christmas trees. Allergies to the scent of a real tree, or the spores given-off by them, can prove to be an issue, producing symptoms similar to hay fever in the middle of winter.

These spores can also set-off asthma sufferers, as real Christmas trees can be a host for mould. Introducing the tree into your warm, heated building means that mould spores can spread much quicker - increasing the chance of an Asthma attack.

To summarise, here are the key reasons why you should buy an artificial Christmas tree this year:

Longevity: our artificial Christmas trees are guaranteed to last for at least 10 years.
Investment: An artificial tree pays for itself over its lifetime, meaning you can put the money saved to other uses – presents or drinks?
Maintenance: Pop it up, decorate it and that’s it – nice and easy!
Choice: There are so many types of tree you can choose – big or small, full or slim, realistic or coloured. There’s something for everyone!
Look: They look amazing in every home!

So, what are you waiting for? Order yours today from Christmas Tree World.

If you’re unsure what type of artificial Christmas tree is best for you, browse our full range or speak to our team for advice today.

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