Switch to an Artificial Tree
According to the American Christmas Tree Association’s annual survey conducted by Nielsen, nearly 95 million U.S. households displayed a Christmas tree last year. Of those households, 81 percent opted for an artificial tree over a real one. That’s a significant majority. But, why?
Artificial trees might cost more than a real tree up front, but in the long run, they are far more cost-effective. This is because faux trees are generally made out of green polyvinyl chloride, which is the same material used for hard-wearing PVC piping in houses, and can, therefore, last a significantly long time. As long as you store it properly and handle with care, a fake tree will hold up for many seasons and end up paying for itself.
Plus, there is the convenience factor. Real trees are a hassle to water, they leave behind a ring of pine needles and you have to haul them out to the curb (or worse, the dump) after each season. Because live trees wind up in landfills, by making the switch to artificial, you’re not only saving money and energy — you’re doing your part to save the planet.
