In the spirit of the upcoming holiday, here are a few simple but extremely helpful tips on making sure your Christmas tree is safe from the Children’s Safety Zone.
q A real tree should not lose green needles when you tap it on the ground.
q Cut 1 inch off the trunk to help absorb water.
q Leave the tree outside until ready to decorate.
q The stand should hold at least 1 gal. of water.
q A 6′ tree will use 1 gallon of water every two days.
q Mix a commercial preservative with the water.
q Check the water level every day.
q Secure the tree with wire to keep it from tipping.
q Keep tree away from floor heaters, fire places, or other heat sources.
q Use only UL-listed lights, and no more than 3 strands linked together.
q Use miniature lights–which have cool-burning bulbs.
q Turn off the Christmas lights when you sleep, or if you leave your home for very long.
q Never use candles, even on artificial trees.
q Clean the tree stand to improve the tree’s water intake, use one capful of bleach to a cup of water.
q Dispose of the tree properly.
Happy Holidays from the Mininno Law Office!