It pays to be patient when putting up the Christmas tree, and before you place it neatly in the tree stand, there are a few things to do to ensure you get the best from your tree. Cut the bottom of the tree There's no denying that Christmas tree stands aren't exactly pretty, especially not compared to the twinkling lights and shiny baubles that adorn the rest of the tree. For this reason, most people cover their stand to make the bottom of the Christmas tree look more appealing for Santa to (hopefully!) leave all those presents underneath. It may be slightly preposterous to call a product that you only have to engage with once a year life-changing, but my god this is a life-changing product and any country with any decency would make them compulsory,' writes one convert. Secondly, tree stands hold water, something that is vital for happy and healthy Christmas trees. Without being able to soak up moisture, the Christmas tree would be a rather sorry sight come December 25th! A tree stand allows the Christmas tree to absorb water freely to minimise needle drop and help it stay fresh enough to last the full festive season. This modern, Scandinavian-designed Christmas tree stand has a sleek look and is well-designed, so there’s no need for a Christmas tree skirt or collar. The stand is suited for real Christmas trees and the metal base can hold up to 1.27 gallons of water without leaking, so it’s one less thing to worry about.

A Christmas tree skirt or collar is a great way to add festive charm while keeping your tree stand hidden. As for the kind of water to use, plain tap water is just fine. You might be advised to add sugar, aspirin, lemonade or even vodka but most experts agree that plain water works best. How to hide a Christmas tree standUnlike stands that require you to wriggle the tree in and fasten it into place with metal hooks, this Krinner stand uses a foot pump to secure the tree, so it's a one-person job. This cast iron decorative Christmas tree stand adds some old-world decorative style to your Christmas scene. This sturdy option comes in five Christmas styles with decorative features like Christmas bells, wreaths, deer, and more, so you can make the most of every inch of your home during the holidays.

After spending hours decorating your Christmas tree, you’ll want to bask in all of its glory from every angle—and a rotating stand allows you to do just that. This electric stand takes your Christmas tree display to the next level by smoothly rotating to provide beautiful views of all your ornaments. Made from steel, this Christmas tree stand supports trees up to 120 pounds and 9 feet tall.Although aimed at real trees, tree skirts can also be used with artificial Christmas trees. They'll hide the stands and any unsightly wires or extension cords.

It comes in different sizes to secure all sizes of trees, plus there's an automatic water level indicator which shows you how much liquid your tree has. The sheer efficiency of this tree stand inspires awe.To display your tree at Christmastime, simply secure your tree onto the attached rolling metal base and bunch the tree storage bags up at the bottom of your tree. There’s an attached tree skirt that will store and discreetly hide the storage bag. You can also cover the polyester skirt with your preferred tree skirt or cuff for a festive look. The main thing to consider when choosing a tree stand is the size and shape of the tree. Choose the correct stand for the height of your tree as well as for the diameter of the trunk. The Cinco Classic comes in 2 sizes for Christmas trees up to 7 feet and up to 10 feet tall. It is made from robust plastic with steel bolts to secure the tree tightly in place. This stand features a wide opening reservoir to make it easy to replenish water without getting scratched by needles. A spill guard prevents water from ruining carpets and flooring. Cinco express Petite tabletop trees, in general, are less than four feet tall and have a trunk diameter of three inches maximum, so you'll only need a modest tree stand to match. How do you keep a Christmas tree straight in a stand?