I feel like I’ve skimped on the home decor aspects of Christmas this year. I mean, they’re just as important, if not more, than the actual act of gift giving. Who doesn’t like to start their Christmas season by going out and getting a freshly cut Christmas tree from some sketchy parking lot? Ok, so there are some of us who prefer a faux tree to a real one. Some possible reasons for that are cost – real trees can range from $25-$60 every year, so think of what an investment a fake tree would be. Also, a fake tree doesn’t need to watered and doesn’t lose its needles, so there’s far less maintenance required (one might even say none at all). Sure, you don’t get that fresh pine scent, but you can fake that with a nice candle.
For those of us out there who are full of Christmas spirit, but somewhat lacking in the cash and space departments, there’s the Wall Hanging Christmas Tree (Walter Drake, $39.99). Yes, it’s a fake tree, so all you haters out there might want to shut your eyes for a few minutes if you don’t like it. It’s only three feet tall, so it’s a bit of a baby tree, but it’ll get the job done for small spaces. Also, since it’s wall mounted, you’re actually saving a ton of extra space, perhaps for a banging recliner or ping pong table. This tree is already pre-strung with 50 white lights, so that’s one agonizing light untangling step you can skip. All you have to do is attach the tree to the wall, throw some ornaments on there, and plug it in. Ta da! Easy Christmas cheer for the lazy person in us all.
Ok, so even if you’re already down with the whole fake tree concept, you might want to reconsider this wall tree. Why? Well, let me ask you, do you have any pets? Does it get to be a hassles, real or fake tree, to keep your animals from constantly harassing your Christmas tree? If it’s wall mounted, it’s just a touch more difficult for them to run into it and knock all the ornaments off. Just a suggestion.
4 out of 5 stars.
Specs:
-Dimensions: 3′ tall
-Pre strung with 50 white lights
-Life like pine needles
-Bendable wire branches
-Metal brace pole
-Space saving
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