How To Store An Artificial Christmas Tree: The Guide To Proper Christmas Tree Storage

To store your Christmas tree, you will first need to invest in a storage bag. While you might be tempting to use the box that you bought it in, keep in mind that cardboard doesn’t last, molds easily, and will actually damage rather than protect the tree. Our bags are designed for the purpose. If the storage container isn’t durable or purpose-built, the tree will get damaged fast.

Once you have the appropriate storage bag, the next step is to inspect the tree. Take the time to replace any burned-out bulbs or strands.

Next, if your tree comes apart, it is good to disassemble it. This step will help it fit better into the bag and keep branches and bulbs from getting bent or crushed.

Finally, store your Christmas tree in a dry, temperature-controlled location. This storage area could be a closet or other storage area in your basement or attic. Avoid storing the tree in a shed outside or any other place that might get too hot, cold, or damp.

A Christmas tree storage bag works by offering protection to an artificial tree. It is made specifically for these trees, and is sturdier than other types of storage solutions (such as a plastic bag or cardboard box).

A Christmas tree storage bag is better than a box for long-term storage. Without damaging your tree, you will not be able to fit the tree back into the cardboard box it came in, as the trees are specially compressed during manufacturing to fit within that box, and can never be compressed as tightly after the tree has initially been set up and fluffed.

Cardboard is not waterproof, sturdy, or long-lasting. To keep your tree in good shape, protect it against water, extreme temperatures, and pests, the best way to store your Christmas tree in a bag designed for the purpose.

While it is possible to store your Christmas tree in a garbage bag, it is not reccomended.

Garbage bags get made of plastic, which can get very hot if temperatures are not controlled. Plastic is also likely to attract moisture through condensation and even grow mold if the water gets trapped inside.

Garbage bags are also less durable than Christmas tree storage bags. They rip and don’t offer much protection for your tree.

If you are looking for extra compression, wrapping it in plastic wrap is an option; However, you'll want to leave gaps in between rows of plastic wrap to prevent moisture from being trapped and growing mold.

You can start by leaving the branches on the tree and folding them up against it. Or, you can take the tree apart and wrap the branches in the tree.

To wrap:

1. Start with a large roll of plastic wrap.
2. Start at the bottom of the tree trunk and work your way up.
3. Leave gaps between each row of plastic wrap as you work your way up and around the tree.

If you choose to remove the branches and wrap them in the tree, arrange them against it before starting. Getting a second set of hands can be very helpful for covering a tree taken apart.

There are many ways to store a Christmas tree in a small apartment. If you decide to invest in a small tree, your storage options will be much easier!

If you already have a large tree and need to store it in a small space, we reccomend looking at our tree storage bags with built-in compression straps, which will help you compress the tree further, acheiving a smaller footprint during storage.

Or, you can find a spot in a closet or other storage area and clear it out to make room for the tree.

Whether you are storing a small or large tree in a small apartment, please keep it in a Christmas tree bag to protect it. Then place it in a dry and temperature-controlled area.

Store your Christmas tree in a dry area with enough airflow to keep it from getting a musty smell, as that musty smell typically comes from moisture or humidity, and can often be an early sign of mold. Be sure to make sure it is completely dry before putting it into storage.

If you already have a musty-smelling tree, start by visually inspecting the tree for mold. If there is no mold, then let the tree sit in a well-ventilated area for a couple of days.

As a last resort, you can try a white vinegar and water spray to try and take away the smell. Adding essential oils - such as cinnamon, clove, or fir - can also help the smell. Be sure to air the tree out afterward to dissipate any lingering vinegar smell, and allow any moisture to evaporate.

If you prefer not to take apart your Christmas tree for storage, you have a few options.

The first option is to store it as it is, upright, in a storage bag. Ensure that there is plenty of room in the closet or other storage area where you are keeping it. Otherwise, it can get bent and crushed and lose its lush look.

Do not opt for outdoor storage, even if you live in a temperate and dry climate or plan on placing it in a protected area where it will not get exposed to wind, extreme temperatures, or precipitation. Storing anywhere outdoors, will inevitably lead to the tree being susceptible to moisture as well as pests, and will undoubtedly ruin your tree.