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Many households prefer a fresh Christmas tree to a fake one. However, you have to be careful that your tree stays fresh, or you run the risk of it not only looking bad but becoming a fire hazard. Here are a few tips that can help you to keep your Christmas tree fresh for as long as possible.
Trim the Trunk of Your Tree Before Placing It in Water
One of the best ways to keep your Christmas tree fresh for as long as possible is to trim the trunk of the tree before placing it in water. Many people make the mistake of assuming that the trunk of the tree doesn't need to be trimmed because the tree lot trimmed it. However, after the trunk is trimmed, sap and resin can begin to cover up the cut trunk very quickly. This seals off the pores in the trunk that help to drink and absorb water, which limits the water intake of the tree. Always freshly cut the tree trunk and immediately place it into water.
Ensure Your Tree Has Enough Water at All Times
Some people believe that you can help your tree last longer if you place bleach, sugar, clear soda or additives in the tree's water. None of these have been scientifically proven to help your tree stay fresher longer. The only thing that has been shown to help is to ensure that your tree has enough water at all times. The tree should be in a stand that always has enough water in it to fully cover the cut end of the trunk.
Position Your Tree Away From Heat Sources
The final tip for keeping your Christmas tree fresh for as long as possible is to position it away from any heat sources, including vents, air ducts, a stand-alone heater or heat that radiates from sunlight shining in a window. Heat can dry your tree out quickly, so keeping it away from such sources can help it last longer.
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