Every year, new trends and tricks pop up for holiday decorating. And this year, one holiday question that is perplexing us is: should you be washing your artificial Christmas tree?
Maybe this idea sounds like overkill for the holiday season, but you’d be surprised by the number of holiday decorators who swear by giving their artificial tree a good rinse each year. Even if you’re keeping your artificial tree in an airtight container each year, there’s always the possibility of dust and dirt (or even bugs) sneaking their way in—after all, they’ve got eleven months to get in.
Dust will naturally build up on your artificial tree as it sits out each year too. But you probably won’t want to wash it right before putting it back in its storage container, in case it doesn't dry out completely before being stored. So if you are taking a stance and washing your tree this year, you should do it at the start of the season.
If you’ve decided to opt for a good wash, the question then becomes how you should be washing your tree. Those living in warm climates are able to simply hose off their artificial trees outside. But if there’s snow on the ground, your artificial tree won’t survive being washed in the elements. Here, many recommend simply cleaning your tree in the bath. Carefully wash the tree in sections before setting it up. Giving the branches a good swirl in a tub full of water will help to quickly remove any dust or debris.
Most tree decorators that use the bath method will also add a little dish soap to the mix. It's not super necessary—the dust on your tree will come off with a little movement and water—but if you’re already dedicated enough to give your tree a bath, you’re probably going to opt for the full salon
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