What material is better to buy an artificial Christmas tree. How to choose an artificial Christmas tree for your home - types, descriptions and recommendations. Where and when to buy a tree

Hurray, he will come soon - the long-awaited New Year! We start preparing for it in advance. Even in summer, just smelling tangerines or drinking a sip of champagne, we involuntarily rush forward for several months, fantasizing about what it will be like this day.

We buy gifts in advance, think over the menu. But if all this can be dispensed with, then the main symbol of the New Year is trying to put a Christmas tree in every home.

A green fluffy beauty with a star on top of her head is an eternal and unshakable symbol of the holiday. And the decorating process in most families turns into a ritual that sets up all its members to the wave of expectation of magic and family celebration.

Benefits of an artificial herringbone

I think you understand that right choice this tree will create an atmosphere for the entire long run holidays... When buying, the choice immediately arises between an artificial and a living tree, and what to prefer is up to you.

In defense of the first option, we will say that an artificial spruce is durable, beautiful, environmentally friendly and budgetary, because having bought it once and spending money, you will forget about the urgent search for a beautiful fluffy New Year's symbol for many years, which, moreover, you will not have to search in a hurry in the last days before the holiday, competing for a worthy option with those who want it like you.

Having finally decided that an artificial Christmas tree will be decorated in your house for the holiday, it is important to understand that it is better to purchase it in advance.

Of course, not in six months, but at least two months in advance to think about making a purchase. Just at this time in large shopping centers, interesting offers appear in small shops and on Internet sites. You can already ask the price for them and determine for yourself the external parameters of an artificial spruce.

In this article, we will try to help you with advice on how to choose an artificial Christmas tree by listing the main important points future purchase.

Criteria for choosing a Christmas tree

Before the New Year, a huge number of the most different models and types of New Year's trees: small (desktop) and large (up to the ceiling), Christmas trees, fir or pine, with or without cones, of different colors - from classic green to blue, silver and gold, which, of course, is not for everybody. The tree can be covered with frost or the tips of the needles with built-in LEDs can mysteriously sparkle and blink, adding atmosphere and beauty to the event.

Have artificial trees there may also be a different design. Or articulated, when the tree opens up like an umbrella, or it will be assembled from branches inserted into the trunk-base.

The material for making a fluffy beauty can also be different.

Types of material

✓ Plastic molded Christmas trees. Outwardly, just like real living trees. They have soft needles made of polypropylene. Each branch is cast in a special mold.

✓ PVC film trees. Better quality trees are obtained from such a material with a metal base inside. The tape passes through the machine, which cuts it into small needles. The resulting stripes with different lengths twigs are wound on a wire and branches are formed, which are then collected into a beautiful tree.

✓ Artificial tree made of fishing line. In this case, the product turns out to be fluffier than a PVC tree, and more like a real one. Pine twigs are also made of fishing line, which some resemble dishwashing brushes.
✓Ate with paper needles... And such a material is possible - the paper is impregnated with a special compound and wound on a wire. There is a minus - such a tree does not last long and can easily catch fire even from an electric garland.

The stand matters

Before buying an artificial Christmas tree, it is better to understand where it will be located - as a rule, they prefer to put trees in the same places from year to year. Whether it will be the center of the room or the corner, by the window, on the floor or on the table - there are a lot of options. The size of the tree, its type - Christmas trees or pines and color will also depend on this.

Stand is the first thing you should pay attention to when making a purchase and choosing an artificial Christmas tree. The material from which it is made can be anything - metal, plastic or wood. One thing is clear - if you have planned a tall tree more than 150 cm, be sure to choose a cross-shaped stand so that your artificial spruce does not wobble. A metal stand is more reliable - a plastic stand may simply not support the weight of a tree supplemented with toys.

✓ One more test - hold your hand against the growth of needles or even slightly squeeze a branch in the palm of your hand... If the product is of high quality, then the needles will very quickly take on their original appearance and will not crumble. The wire underlying the branches cannot be exposed and stick out, showing through.

✓ Needless to say that material from which the tree is made, must be fire resistant or at least treated with a flame retardant agent. They write about this on the packaging of the product - study it too.

✓ And now one of the funniest tips you can give advising on how to choose an artificial Christmas tree. Smell her. Yes, you read that right, smell the tree. It is unambiguous should not have a strong unpleasant chemical odor. Even if the smell is present, but it is not too pronounced - take a closer look at other options. After several days of being in the confined space of the apartment, even with regular airing, the smell that seemed to you in the store to be weak and insignificant, accumulated, will cause a headache at best, and at worst, you and your child will have an allergy, cough, or even worse. No smell - great! Now it is the seller's turn to show the quality certificate - you have every right to see such a document.

You are convinced of the quality of the material, its safety, the needles of the winter tree do not crumble after you have passed your hand over them, the stand is reliable and able to withstand both a fluffy beauty and numerous jewelry, the size and color of the beauty is the one you dreamed of. The heart is beating - this is it, the same!

HOLIDAY GREETINGS!

Congratulations on your choice! The most beloved holiday will come to our homes very soon and your tree will take its rightful place, gathering the whole family around it. Shining with the lights of garlands, the tree will create the atmosphere of a magical event that both children and adults will remember for a long time.

Be healthy and happy! Peace and goodness to your families! Happy New Year!

If we decide to buy an artificial New Year tree, then we shouldn't take the first one we come across. Especially if it sells cheaper than others. This is really so: there is a great risk of bringing low-quality goods into the house, which will also be environmentally dirty, fire hazardous and short-lived. Let's try to figure out which New Year's trees made of artificial materials can be bought, and which ones it is better to pass by.

Artificial Christmas trees are most often traditional green.

Materials from which artificial trees are made

Examination of artificial Christmas trees confirms that a number of materials emit such volatile chemical substances like phenol and formaldehyde. In living quarters, this happens at room temperature and when artificial needles are heated (for example, a garland with bulbs turned on). A person develops a headache, slight dizziness, a feeling of fatigue and malaise.

pay attention to artificial snow, which manufacturers sometimes beautifully spray on the branches of Christmas trees. We have it crumbled in the first season, leaving white marks on the carpet. They had to be removed with a vacuum cleaner.

Artificial snow often crumbles quickly

Expensive artificial Christmas trees are made from environmentally friendly non-combustible synthetic material. They are sometimes called plastic, cast... They look almost like living spruce. Manufacturers (usually European) cast each branch in special molds.

The price is lower for spruces, the needles of which are made from a special line(usually a nice green color). Such a Christmas tree is always fluffy, its needles do not wrinkle and look natural.

The price is even lower for those trees whose needles are ribbons made of polyvinyl chloride material (PVC)... It is safe if not heated too much. In all cases, this material must be of high quality, which must be indicated in the certificate.

The needles of this artificial Christmas tree are made of PVC

The cheapest - with cellulose "paper" needles... They can flare up not only from an accidental spark of sparklers, but also when electric garlands are heated by bulbs.

We study hygiene certificates

The buyer is not an expert, so he has to trust any written sources. He has the right to ask the seller for all accompanying documentation. Or carefully study the text on the packaging. Perhaps this will help to understand how this artificial tree complies with environmental standards.

Unfortunately, artificial spruces are not subject to mandatory certification and declaration. This is a voluntary matter. The manufacturer may not receive a conclusion confirming the health safety of artificial spruce. Or get it to feel more confident in the market. Trade organizations often filter suppliers themselves, choosing those who have documents confirming the quality of the product. In some cases, sellers independently conduct an examination of artificial Christmas trees in order to protect themselves from possible claims from buyers who may decide to contact the offices of Rospotrebnadzor.

Conclusion: do not hesitate to ask the seller for the documentation he has (certificate). Be sure to study what is written on the package.

Choosing a quality Christmas tree

Let's try to determine for ourselves how high-quality artificial Christmas tree we are going to purchase by affordable price.

Needles... In a good artificial tree, the needles hold tightly even when we run our hand over it in different directions... You can pull the bundle of needles slightly towards you. Their ends should not be pricked, but rounded or fluffed. It is better if the artificial needles are not crushed after we clench them in a fist. Slightly inclined branches spring, trying to return to their previous position. There should be no unpleasant chemical odor. Bad artificial Christmas trees drop their needles.

It's hard to believe, but this artificial Christmas tree has paper needles

Fire resistance... An important property of a good artificial Christmas tree is fire resistance. Fire-resistant PVC products made from cellulose without impregnation with a flame retardant that inhibits inflammation can catch fire. In such "paper" trees (made of cellulose), garlands, candles and sparklers included in the network become the cause of the fire. An accidental spark can ignite if it hits any poor quality Christmas tree (especially one made of cellulose). The fire-resistant tree will remain intact.

It is worth examining the certificate or inscription on the box. If the word "fire retardant" is there, then the artificial Christmas tree has reliable protection from fire.

Storage... A high-quality artificial Christmas tree should fold comfortably so as not to take up a lot of space during storage. There are two types of designs according to the assembly method. It " umbrella "(The tree is assembled in ready-made tiers) and completely collapsible (the trunk is disassembled into several parts, and each branch is attached separately). The packaging of the second design will take up less space. It is imperative to check how reliable all connections (hooks and hinges) are, otherwise branches will fall out of the trunk. Artificial Christmas trees with the first mounting option (umbrella type) are more expensive than the second (with separate branches).

Stand... It is very important that the stand is strong and stable. Better if she will metal cruciform. Plastic stands are short-lived and unreliable. Especially when a large number Christmas tree decorations that make the tree heavier.

The simplest and most stable metal stand

Frame There are two types of artificial Christmas trees: cast and wirewound with PVC film ... Cast frames of artificial trees are expensive, they are most often found in products imported from Europe. These are the most durable structures, designed to last for decades. Wireframes and PVC foils are the most common. The basis is steel or aluminum wires covered with a film. Such frames are less durable than cast ones, but they look beautiful. The result is beautifully shaped fluffy trees.

Sizes of artificial Christmas trees

Artificial Christmas trees can be of different heights. There are both low and very high. Designers reasonably recommend not purchasing too spreading spruce for an apartment of a relatively small area. It is better to take with branches more pressed against the trunk so that the space of the room is not eaten up. This approach has its drawbacks: some mystery disappears, there is no way to hide under the crown new Year gifts etc. Another option is a low, lush tree, which is usually placed on a table or other suitable furniture. Then the tree becomes a decoration of the room and does not bother anyone.

This artificial Christmas tree with a dense, but not too lush crown can be placed in any apartment

height 1.5 - 1.8 meters fits in a small room and looks great in a spacious room.

What color of needles to choose?

Green and dark green artificial Christmas trees remain the most popular. Sometimes “non-traditional” Christmas trees are chosen for original gifts. white, silver, red, gold, orange or another color.

White needles of an artificial Christmas tree

We had an inexpensive Chinese Christmas tree that had to be thrown away. its snow-white artificial needles soon turned gray.

Christmas tree with or without lighting?

Artificial Christmas trees are made in three versions: without lighting, with fiber optic lighting and with LED lighting. Artificial Christmas trees without backlight Usually bought by people who like to decorate the tree with toys, garlands and glittering tinsel. The backlit options are self-contained and do not need additional decoration.

The manufacturer of this fake Christmas tree has clearly gone too far with pine cones and fake snow, leaving no room for other decorations.

Modern LED backlights can give not only solid light, but also create fabulous patterns... So far, many of us are frightened off by the rather high price of these artificial spruces, especially when their height is above one meter. Such a tree is connected to the network through a special adapter.

Artificial tips Christmas trees with built-in fiber optic illumination begin to sparkle with all colors (there are several backlight modes) when they are connected to the power supply. The color of the needles of such artificial Christmas trees can be very different, but most often green or white.

Artificial Christmas tree manufacturers

European manufacturers expensive artificial Christmas trees supply their products with complete documentation. They produce high quality and safe spruce that is expensive.

Domestic manufacturers as a rule, they also provide all the necessary documentation. As a rule, there are no complaints about the material. But quite often there are spruces on sale that lack elegance. Their branches are often made of metal rods with pointed ends.

Artificial cones on an artificial Christmas tree

Lots of goods imported from Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand and China... Questions about quality arise most often to Chinese artificial New Year trees. They are bought because they usually cost less than others. If desired, among the Chinese firs, you can find good options with all the accompanying documentation. Unfortunately, the main share of complaints and faults falls on products made in China.

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New Year is just around the corner and it's time to choose a lush forest beauty for your home. Prefer an artificial Christmas tree? A great solution that will not only fill the room with a sense of celebration, but also preserve nature. Especially for you, we have compiled a rating of the most popular and demanded models of Christmas trees among buyers.But since you cannot compare a Christmas tree nearby for 1000 rubles and for 15 thousand - we have divided our selection into three classes - an economy segment, middle class and Premium execution. We offer you our own independent rating based solely on the opinion of buyers.

Premium class

The Carolina Shaggy Pine from the National Tree Company of the USA has been the undisputed leader in sales for the last 5 years. Due to the use of the combined method of making needles (cast + fishing line + PVC), the herringbone looks unusually magnificent. Small natural cones give it a special look, as particles of wildlife, they remind of the silence of the forest. Also, reviews often mention a pleasant and discreet snowiness - frostiness.

festive mood

Also, this model is produced in the version WITHOUT bulbs, but according to customer reviews, it is Sherwood with bulbs that is definitely in the lead.

short length

According to reviews, the Russian Beauty Christmas tree is a product of the domestic plant Tsar Elka - suitable for those who want to buy a Premium class product at an affordable price. At first glance, 100% cast needles cannot be distinguished from a natural prototype due to the bend and dark branches that imitate wood. The pompous owner of a dense crown has a rich shade, and judging by the reviews of the owners, any balls and garlands suit her.

Snow-covered Alaska from Kaemingk from Holland will mentally take you into the winter thicket. The twigs are densely covered with snow, pleasant to the touch - looking at them, a fantasy is born that the tree has just been brought from the street, where a blizzard is raging. Flocking of needles gives this effect. The admiring responses of the owners describe the extraordinary realism of the product, which is achieved by the presence of branches protruding beyond the triangular silhouette.

Price segment Standard

Distinctive feature

The Forest Candle model is offered to admirers of original solutions. The artificial spruce of the American brand National Tree Company stands out for its narrow design, therefore it does not take up much space. For a small apartment - a great option. The tree's needles are made of polyvinyl chloride, the branches look down, and the wooden stand complements the laconicism and aesthetics of the designer product.

winter fairy tales

Another charm from the Crystal Trees catalog is hairy Etna. Thick needles are molded of rubber and supplemented with a film, which gives the model extra pomp. The triangular shape in combination with a wide underskirt allows you to try on chic images on the Christmas tree - with any toys it will look truly magical. Those who bought a green tree have already convinced themselves of this.

New Year's interior

Economy class leaders among artificial Christmas trees

different styles

An irreplaceable attribute new year holiday is a tree. A few decades ago, consumers preferred to buy live trees, today they are increasingly choosing artificial ones that successfully imitate conifers. In the manufacture of fir trees, manufacturers use first-class materials that are distinguished by safety, durability and fire resistance. How to choose the right artificial New Year tree for the holiday to be fun and without troubles, will tell the specialists of the online store "Dochki-Sinochki".

What material is best for an artificial Christmas tree

Manufacturers offer models made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), fishing line (monofilament thread) and polyethylene (such spruces are called rubber because they feel similar to rubber and have the abbreviation PE in the name). Plastic trunks and branches are made of PVC. They are durable and fireproof. The needles are made of a monofilament thread, which is distinguished by pronounced elasticity, therefore it does not break. The needles look almost like real needles.

Artificial Christmas trees and pine trees made of polyethylene (PE) have gained popularity among buyers. Their branches and needles are difficult to distinguish from natural ones. Rubber products have a proportional crown, thick needles, no bald and crooked branches.

What material is better to buy an artificial Christmas tree from does not really matter, the main thing is that the product is made according to all the rules. A quality model should:

be sure to have a certificate;
be resistant to heat;
do not provoke allergic reactions;
be distinguished by fire safety;
do not emit a strong synthetic odor.

A good option that meets all the requirements would be a plastic model from the Canadian brand Winter Wings. The product has a lush conical shape. Polyethylene branches and needles outwardly look like natural. The branches support the weight of a variety of plastic and glass decorations

Table 1. Comparative characteristics of materials for the production of Christmas trees

Material	Features of the	Benefits
Polyvinyl chloride	Elastic. Not resistant to melting when high temperatures... With strong heating, it can be a source of a pungent odor, low-quality products can release toxic compounds when exposed to temperature.	Keeps the shape of needles and branches well. Due to its elasticity, the tree is convenient and easy to fluff. The product is non-flammable as PVC is not easily combustible.
Rubber (polyethylene)	Does not heat up when exposed to temperatures up to 80 ° C. Environmentally friendly and durable material. Softens at temperatures over 120 ° C.	The needles do not fade. No smell when heated. Accurately imitates natural branches and needles. Can be decorated with light garlands of any power.

Important!

Artificial products are placed on stands. The most stable models are equipped with a plastic or metal stand with 3 or 4 legs. Tall Christmas trees, having a metal base with 4 legs, do not fall even without additional fixation. In addition, the metal retainer will never break under any weight of the spruce.

What are the best artificial trees

Experts call the most durable and completely safe artificial spruces made of plastic. Manufacturers offer products in various colors - green, silver, white and gray-green. You can choose a polyethylene model in any size - the height ranges from 30 to 300 cm.

For rooms with high ceilings, a lush floor spruce is purchased, which is collected from almost 2000 branches. Despite the large diameter of the crown and the height of 210 cm, the design looks compact and attractive. In a small room, you can put a medium-sized decorative model.

conclusions

What faux Christmas tree better, rubber or PVC, depends on the conditions of its use. If the product is decorated with garlands that heat up, it is better to choose a rubber model made of polyethylene. It is absolutely fireproof, does not emit odors and toxins, perfectly reproduces the natural needles of pine and spruce.

Artificial trees are rapidly replacing natural ones, and if at the beginning of their appearance on the New Year's goods market they did not inspire confidence either in quality or even in appearance, now every year more and more families prefer them.

Why artificial spruce is better

Ease of assembly and lack of maintenance, as well as crumbling needles.
Safety, because high-quality modern artificial trees do not burn, but only smolder.
Low cost taking into account the recalculation for many years, which will serve the tree, chosen with the consciousness of the case.

One of the most unusual artificial spruces, namely the upside down one, was invented specifically for Christmas shop windows to save space, for which you already have to pay a lot of rent. On the contrary, under the tree, you can see all the goods and gifts, there is enough space for the movement of buyers, and the symbol of the upcoming holiday has been preserved, albeit in such an unconventional form.

In order to choose an artificial tree that will not only not cause trouble, but will delight you from year to year, you need to take into account several factors.

Artificial Christmas tree manufacturers

Everyone knows that the lion's share new year products in the Russian market of Chinese production, and in this regard, a choice arises: to turn directly to goods produced in Europe, and even in the USA, or to look for and find high-quality artificial spruces from Russian manufacturers or from the same China, but with a quality certificate.

It all depends on how much and the amount of time the buyer has.

Faster and more expensive European spruce: it is guaranteed to have a quality certificate and is unlikely to disappoint with its appearance and properties.
If you want to save money, then you need to spend time looking for a conscientious Russian manufacturer , which on the first demand is able to provide everything Required documents on their products.
You can also experimentally try to find a good artificial Christmas tree made China, namely, ask the seller directly for a certificate of quality for the goods he sells. And here there is a chance to find a worthy specimen.

Without a certificate of quality, issued in accordance with all the rules with seals and signatures, the goods can simply be life-threatening.

Materials and cost of artificial Christmas tree

The cost of a tree directly depends on the material from which it is made: the poorer it is, the more dangerous the tree is and, accordingly, the cheaper.

By the type of frame, artificial spruces are divided into two types:

cast;
made of PVC film.

Cast trees are produced primarily in Europe and cost a lot of money. Each branch of such a Christmas tree is cast in strict accordance with the approved technology, and the finished tree can last up to 50 years.

The most widespread on the Russian market are Christmas trees from pvc film, the frame of which is made of steel wire. They can also look pretty good and will last a lot less than cast ones.

According to the principle of assembly, trees are also of two types:

In one case, each branch clings to the trunk with a hook. All branches of this design are marked, which is easy to understand.
In the second case, all the branches are already fixed, and it is the parts of the tree trunk that need to be connected. This assembly option is simpler and faster and several times more expensive than the first.

As for the material from which the needles are made, a high-quality Christmas tree should have:

fire resistant;
have absolutely nothing;
the needles must be strong and easily return to their original position when deformed.

In this way, the cost of the tree varies depending on the frame, the assembly method and the material from which the needles are made... A cast Christmas tree made of high-quality material can cost up to $ 3,000, but it will also serve more than one generation of your family at the New Year's celebration. The simplest spruce of good quality should not cost less than $ 400.

In truth, the million dollar Christmas tree was created by designer and jeweler Shoo Key in Singapore. It took more than 20 thousand diamonds weighing more than 900 carats, as well as about 4 thousand crystal beads. So Shoo Ki decided to celebrate another Christmas, not skimping at all on the main symbol of the holiday.

The shape and size of the artificial tree

After choosing a bona fide manufacturer, you can then completely rely on your taste, as well as the realities of the situation and the interior for which the Christmas tree is selected.

Currently, Christmas trees are produced in heights from a few centimeters to 5 meters, with varying density and spreading of branches.

If the Christmas tree is planned indoors just as an attribute of the upcoming holiday, for example, in the office, then a small tree that will fit on the secretary's table, or a low spruce tree with tightly pressed branches in the hall, so as not to interfere with anyone, is quite suitable. If the Christmas tree is used for its intended purpose, namely, it will hide gifts and will be the center of the round dance in large apartment or at children's matinee, then, of course, it should be high with wide spreading branches, as far as the room allows.

A few years ago, the smallest artificial Christmas tree was made by a Japanese left-hander: the length of a tree made of white gold was 5 mm, and it was decorated gems... The master's work is really jewelry, because each emerald and diamond coincides with the previous one in size and shape.

Artificial tree color

Artificial trees can be not only of various shades from dark green to emerald, after all, flowers trees that have nothing to do with natural color forest spruce.

Artificial trees of green color are bought, as a rule, for small children, in other cases the tree bears the load of interior details or original gift... So, a pink Christmas tree can be given to your girlfriend, and an orange to a friend with red hair.

In addition, often the owner of the apartment wants his home to look original and stylish, so he acquires a Christmas tree without needles or, say, acid flowers at all. The same trend applies to youth hotels and hostels, designer offices, cafes and restaurants with an original style, etc. Thus, everyone has the right to choose a tree of any color, according to their tastes and goals.

Artificial tree lighting

Artificial trees are currently produced in three types:

without backlight;
with LED backlight;
with fiber optic illumination.

The first option is optimal for those who have a huge number of Christmas decorations and garlands, and most importantly - the time and desire to decorate the Christmas tree.

The other two options are suitable for those who do not want or cannot spend time decorating. christmas tree, because Christmas trees with built-in lighting are beautiful without any additional efforts and efforts.

Christmas tree with LED lighting looks like it has a garland on it. The bulbs on it can glow in one color, or they can sparkle at the request of the buyer.

Artificial Christmas trees with fiber optic lighting are usually small in size and placed on the kitchen table or desk in the office. Without plugging them into the network, they look very simple and inconspicuous, but as soon as they are connected to the power supply, the tips of the branches begin to sparkle - in one color or all colors of the rainbow, again at the request of the buyer.

Subject to the availability of a quality certificate, both lights are absolutely safe.

Video instruction on choosing a high-quality artificial Christmas tree

Thus, in order to choose a quality Christmas tree, you must first of all require a quality certificate from its manufacturer. Next, it is worth checking the tree for the absence of odor and fragility of twigs and needles, and only then, if everything is fine with regard to security, continue the choice, based on the features of the interior of the apartment or office in which it will be located, as well as the tastes and preferences of people whose tree is will delight.