For a lot of people, the tradition of a real Christmas tree has been replaced by the sheer practicality of artificial ones. Aside from lasting longer, artificial Christmas trees also give you more style options. Here is a guide to the main kinds that you can buy.
Standard tree
This is designed to capture the look of a real tree, with green pine branches. The cheaper models will be made from PVC, while more realistic ones have individually made polyethylene (PE) needles. Which you pick will depend on how much you want to spend.
Pre-lit tree
Pre-lit Christmas trees come with the lights built into them during the manufacturing process. The benefit of this is that you do not have the visible wires that come with fairy lights. It makes for a tree that has cleaner and more streamlined look.
Flocked tree
These are also known as snow Christmas trees. This is because they have artificial snow added to the branches. You can get a flocked tree with a heavy snow covering effect, or a frosted one that has a lighter dusting of snow. It depends on what “White Christmas” look you prefer.
Tinsel tree
Tinsel trees feature branches that are made from material that is shiny. They do not have the classic feel of the other trees on this list, but you can get them in many different colours. They make for a quirky alternative Christmas choice.
Any of these artificial trees will be a fine festive option – it is all about individual taste.
