You might just turn this task into a fun holiday tradition.
So, what are the secrets to giving your fake tree a more natural, fuller figure?
Learn how to fluff a Christmas tree so that it looks more alive.
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Fan out the branches on each section fully.
Often artificial trees have three branches per main stem.
Take care to work on a single branch at a time for an even result at the end.
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Repeat this step for all the pieces, and you’ll already noticeyour tree looking fuller.
It’s easier to work with it unattached.
Fluff From the Inside
The fronds may still look a bit flat at this stage.
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Don’t worry, though, as this is when the major fluffing commences.
Again, work from the bottom branches upwards so you don’t miss any.
Rather than all the branches being upswept, vary the direction they bend to fill any gaps.
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Have some facing up and others curving downward slightly.
Putting it on earlier only makes your fluffing job more tricky.
Assess for Evenness
Take a step back and give your tree a good once over.
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Does it look full and even from every angle?
Don’t despair, though.
You might not have to ditch that treasured family heirloom just yet.
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Some strategically placed larger decorations, garlands, extra branches, and ribbons can cover up any problematic patches.
Conceal the tree stand with atree skirtorcollarthat will give the bottom of the tree a fuller appearance.
Don’t attempt to stuff your Christmas tree back in its original box.
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Remember toclean your artificial Christmas treebefore you put it back into storage.
A build-up of dust and debris means your tree won’t fluff up as effectively.
How do you make a Christmas tree look fuller?
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How do you fluff an artificial Christmas tree?
Start at the bottom of the tree and work your way up, fluffing each branch with a brush.
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