No snow in the forecast?
When it comes to holiday decorating and Christmas trees,Southerners go big.
What is a Flocked Christmas Tree?
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The flocking effect can be achieved by purchasing an already-flocked tree or by flocking a tree yourself.
An expert flocking lends the look of freshly fallen snow, which is a beautiful Christmastime decoration.
How Do I Flock My Christmas Tree?
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There are plenty of tree flocking kits you might buy that will help you in flocking your tree.
How Do I Decorate a Flocked Tree?
A flocked tree provides a neutral background that makes decorating it incredibly versatile.
Icy white and pale pink filler ornaments set a backdrop for statement-making metallic textured balls and geometric spindles. Modern-day steel magnolias will flip for blush-and-bashful accents like mauve plastic foam flowers. Blue floral wrapping paper completes the wintry scene.Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez
Are Flocked Trees Messy?
If you buy your flocked Christmas tree from the store, it shouldn’t be too messy at all.
These trees have been professionally flocked and sealed, so the mess from them should be minimal.
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How Do I Store My Flocked Christmas Tree?
The most important tip on storing your flocked Christmas tree is to check that your tree is stored upright.
Storing your tree horizontally can result in a loss of flocking.
How Long Does a Flocked Artificial Christmas Tree Last?
Many flockedartificial Christmas treecompanies have warranties for 10 years on their trees!
If stored properly, your flocked tree can last even longer.
And if some of the “snow” comes off in the process?
you’ve got the option to always flock your tree again.
How Long Does a Flocked Real Christmas Tree Last?
Your real flocked Christmas tree should last about two to four weeks.
Do I Need to Water My Real Flocked Christmas Tree?
The flocking will lock in the moisture in your tree.
Because of this, watering your flocked tree is not necessary, but it could help increase its lifespan.
Is a Flocked Tree Safe for Pets?
If you have pets in the home, you should not have a flocked tree.
Real Christmas trees can also be unsafe to some pets, like cats.
The pine needles and water the tree is placed in are toxic for cats to consume.
So, if you have pets, you should probably opt for an artificial, non-flocked tree.
How Do I Remove the Flocking from My Tree?
see to it everything is off the tree before starting, including ornaments and lights.
Give your tree a good shake to try and get as much off as you’re free to.
Brush the pine needles in the direction they are going to minimize damage.
Do this in a well-ventilated area with a mask if necessary.
So, what’s your go-to Christmas tree style?
Do you go all-out with flocking or stick to lights and ornaments?
Do you opt for an artificial or real tree?
When do you put the tree up every year?
