How to store your Christmas tree for next year

Now that we've said goodbye to the endless month of January, one of your essential tasks at the start of the year is to properly store your Christmas tree for reuse. It's the same every year: you can't find the time for it, and in the end, everything's a bit of a mess. But this time, we want things to be different. Discover with Deco and Lemon how to get everything organized for the upcoming holidays!

Storing the Christmas tree starts with good planning

As you read, proper storage of your Christmas tree requires good planning. Being willing to do the task is useless if you don't have enough boxes, among other things. Take a moment to think about everything you'll need and where you'll store each item.

Our Christmas trees, for example, have a long lifespan of over a decade . So forget about storing them haphazardly in the attic and save yourself the expense.

Cleaning the Christmas tree before storing it, had you thought of that?

Many people choose to remove the decorations and garlands and pack away the Christmas tree directly. But what about cleaning the base before putting it in a box? To do this, remove all the dust with a vacuum cleaner and run it over all the branches . Make sure to use the highest power setting possible.

On the other hand, we also recommend using a cloth dampened with a soapy solution and wiping each branch individually. After drying, it's time to start storing.

Tips for storing your Christmas tree

Once it's thoroughly clean and dry, you can pack your tree. The biggest challenge is folding it enough . If the branches are difficult to pack securely and fit in the original box, we recommend using old belts or thin string to reduce its volume.

Where to store Christmas trees?

If you don't have the original product box, you can buy a specific sleeve or boxes adapted to its dimensions . This way, you'll ensure the product stays in perfect condition. Don't leave it unprotected!

Store the garlands with lights and decorations

On the other hand, it's also essential to store Christmas decorations and lights properly. For decorations, remember to keep them in boxes that aren't subjected to pressure or other objects on top of them . We also recommend labeling them for extra care.

As for the string lights, you can't just store them haphazardly. They need to be neatly coiled, without any tangles. You can use a piece of cardboard to fold them around. You'll save yourself a lot of work in the near future!

At Deco and Lemon, we hope our tips for storing your Christmas items have been helpful and useful. Keep them in mind, and don't forget to visit us again this holiday season. You'll always find the best for your home in our online furniture store!

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