Use relatively thin wire.
Christmas tree trunk too small for stand.
Most stands will specify that they are for trees up to a certain height with a maximum trunk diameter.
A person looking at the tree won t even notice.
Chuck the ends of the bolts into a variable speed drill and tighten them into the trunk.
Choose a tree stand that is large enough for your christmas tree.
Step 2 cut approximately 1 2 inch off of the bottom of the christmas tree trunk with a saw immediately before you attempt to place it in the stand.
Your tree will be secure and you can get out from underneath the tree and get decorating.
The exception is when the trunk is too narrow.
Most people today opt for an artificial christmas tree due to the convenience offered to the user however it can never replace the crisp fragrance and the authentic setting obtained by installing a fresh christmas tree during christmas time.
Cut off the little l s at the end of the tree stand bolts with a hacksaw.
Try this our favorite christmas tree hint from our archives.
Fresh christmas trees can be bought from malls or local stores though the best place to source them is the christmas tree farm.
Is your bolt broken or stuck.
The wire protects against any problem that could cause the tree to topple not just a loose tree.