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The new artificial tree you just ordered is due to arrive and you are looking forward getting into place to help further your décor. If you have not ordered a tree online or have had one shipped to you before, you may find that the box that it comes in is somewhat narrower than you might expect. Most trees that are 8’ and under come in a box that is about 12” square. You might think that they made a mistake because your tree was supposed to be about 3-4’ in diameter. It will be that large as you arrange and move the branches outward.
Depending on what kind of tree you have ordered, will depend on how you shape the branches and leaves. A silk bamboo tree will be straighter upward whereas a silk ficus tree’s branches will have a slight curve out. Most all branches on silk trees have wire in them making it possible to bend them to the shape you desire. The main purpose of ordering that particular silk tree is to present it as close as possible to look like the real thing. Do a little research on the species of this particular real tree and what it looks like in the real world. This will help you to achieve the elegant look you are after.
Maintaining Your Décor Includes Artificial Plants And Silk Trees
I had an eye appointment a couple day ago to check how I was doing after my surgery and also to schedule my next surgery for the other eye. While waiting to go in to see the doctor, I noticed a silk tree they had near where I was sitting. This silk ficus tree was in a nice basket and stood about 6’ tall. It has been in this spot for a few years (not sure how long) and it was very noticeable that they had not been doing too much maintenance such as dusting or wiping down the leaves. I also noticed that overall, the waiting room and office areas are very clean so they do care about the appearance of their office area.
It was very obvious that clients over the time had been touching this silk ficus tree most likely to check if it was real or artificial. That does not bother me. In fact, that tells me it really grabbed people’s attention and their curiosity. The trunk was a natural trunk (real wood) and had a nice character to it. What bothered me was that they have not taken the few minutes every week or two to straighten branches or dust the nice green leaves. They dust the T.V. that is on the wall, and the small counter top that has the DVD player laying on it, and the floors were clean. You could tell they do care. I know that when they realize that this artificial tree is part of the décor, and by rearranging the branches and leaves along with a quick dusting (when it is done on a regular basis), that that corner will improve by 70%. I am going to make it a point to find out who I should talk to schedule a quick maintenance session. So the rest of you out there, please pay attention to those beautiful artificial plants and silk trees, because just a few minutes a week can and will make a wonderful difference.