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on 9/7/2007 My comment refers to a commercial tree stand which uses three equi-spaced screws to clamp the tree. If the tree is of a reasonably sized trunk, it will be found that it is too large and is invariably to be trimmedwith an axe or similar. This is messy and not very precise. My solution is to decide on the height of the tree required, and cut square to axis. Select your Core Drill of diameter equal to largest diameter which passes the stand. Find centre of tree cross section, or approximate, drill hole as required by centre of Core Drill - this will prevent binding of the drill later. Using Core Drill trim the tree trunk as far as possible. Trim off loose bark etc. You now have a circcular base which can be easily adjusted for verticality, and above all is very stable.
on 11/22/2005 We made a square wooden box 3ft X 3ft.. and used u clamps to hold the tree down. I have 2 cats, and this works wonderfully.. Also makes more room under the tree for all the goodies !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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