How to Store an Artificial Tree
You love your artificial tree. You don't have to pick up any needles and it doesn't require watering. You may even decorate it for other holidays, including on Valentine's Day with hearts and at Christmas with light bulbs. The only thing you worry about is how to properly store the tree. Artificial trees need to be stored in a container that will keep away dust, dirt, bugs and other unwanted pests. You don't want to store them in a old cardboard box. All you need for storing your artificial tree is a heavy-duty bag that zips close and some bubble wrap. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Clean rag or shop towel
- Bubble wrap
- Rope (plastic or nylon)
- Packing tape
- Nylon/polyester blend bag with zippers
- Double-corrugated cardboard box
Instructions
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Remove all ornaments, bulbs and decorations from the artificial tree.
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Wipe the tree with a clean rag or shop towel to remove any dust or dirt that may be present.
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Remove any removable branches and place them to the side.
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Collapse the non-removable branches into the artificial tree.
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Wrap the artificial tree in bubble wrap. Tie the tree close with a piece of plastic or nylon rope.
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Wrap a piece of in bubble wrap around the bundle of loose branches you sat to the side. Wrap a piece of plastic or nylon rope around the loose branch bundle to close it.
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Tape the package of loose branches onto the artificial tree with several pieces of packing tape.
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Place the packaged artificial tree into a nylon/polyester blend bag with zippers.
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Zip the bag close and place it in a double-corrugated cardboard box. Make sure the box has no holes in it.
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Place the artificial tree in a dry place in your house, in a storage room or in another location.
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Tips & Warnings
You may want to label the outside of the box so you will know what is in the box.
