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Post by ChrisB on Dec 9, 2014 23:52:55 GMT
I used to run 2 Christmas tree retail sites, so I've grown, bought and sold an awful large number of trees over the years. I've disposed of a few too, in many different ways and so I know how easy they are to ignite and just how ferociously they will burn. Just bear in mind that turpentine is made by distilling the resin of conifer trees. We tend not to bother with a tree nowadays, but because of what I know, when we did, I would never allow lights on any tree in my home or place of work.
If you do put lights on your tree this year, then please try to remember to switch them off when they're unattended - it would terrify you to see what can ensue if conditions are right/wrong. Also, keep your away from heat sources and make sure the tree is regularly watered - cut about an inch off the butt end before you put it in its stand, so it can take the water up. This will help to make it less combustible.
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Post by jammy on Dec 10, 2014 3:17:33 GMT
Perish the thought Chris.....
Lets keep an eye on it - Be Safe.
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Post by MartinT on Dec 10, 2014 4:54:36 GMT
I stop at putting lights in the window. Bah humbug!
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Post by MartinT on Dec 10, 2014 4:55:50 GMT
For real trees, use only low voltage LEDs which don't get hot.
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Post by Sovereign on Dec 10, 2014 6:47:25 GMT
That's what we do Martin, although not this year as I'm abroad
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Post by MikeMusic on Dec 10, 2014 8:25:16 GMT
If it weren't for SWMBO I'd have nothing different for the Winter Solstice
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Post by ChrisB on Dec 10, 2014 8:33:07 GMT
For real trees, use only low voltage LEDs which don't get hot. I'm probably more concerned for dodgy electrical conditions with some of the really cheap and nasty (and often old) lighting sets, than I am for actual heat from bulbs. |
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Post by Tim on Dec 10, 2014 8:40:00 GMT
I had heard there were people who take trees into their homes this time of year - what an odd thing to do. Leave em growing outside I say, we cut down enough tress for crass reasons as it is.
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Post by danielquinn on Dec 10, 2014 8:55:49 GMT
Xmas trees are of course grown to be cut down. Lots of things we do are quirky and irrational.however I will wager my children's memories of Xmas when they are adults will be glorious. Currently we have a naughty elf staying with us sent by santa to make sure the boys behave.he deos naughty things at nite . Monday he eat mummy's advent calender chocolates and last nite he rearranged the merry Christmas letters on the mirror to MUM IS A ARSE.
P's. He used a ç upside down as a u.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 22, 2014 20:44:15 GMT
My local Asda has a disclaimer outside. Apparently they printed an article in their magazine advising people to spray hairspray on trees to stop the needles falling off! I really hope nobody was crazy enough to do it.
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Post by MikeMusic on Dec 23, 2014 8:07:23 GMT
Dear oh dear. Should keep the needles in place, just don't put any lights on it, have the heat on or go in the same room  |
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Post by ChrisB on Dec 23, 2014 8:29:27 GMT
It used to be a common tip - I thought we'd seen the last of that one about 20 yrs ago - foolish!
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