Winter Wonder Rotating Christmas Tree Stand for Artificial Trees

Product Information

Christmas tree size: Tree stands should clearly state what type (real or artificial) and size of Christmas tree they can accommodate in terms of both height and trunk diameter. For instance, if your tree is 7.5 feet tall with a 5-inch-wide trunk, a compatible stand might say it fits trees 6 to 8 feet tall with trunks between 4 and 6 inches in diameter. Though you might be able to eyeball it based on the height of your ceiling, it's best to measure your tree before buying a stand.

Rotating Christmas tree stands are generally constructed of either metal or plastic, and in most cases, metal is seen as a more durable material than plastic. If a large, heavy tree is to be displayed, a heavy-duty Christmas tree stand made of metal may be a wise choice. Water capacity: How much water your real tree needs depends on the size of the tree. But a 6-foot Christmas tree, for instance, will drink roughly a gallon of water each day. "Trees drink the most the first few days following a fresh cut," says Lyons. "It's very important to not let water run out in the stand." This typically means you need to refill it daily, so how easily it is to fill and the capacity is important to consider. The Cinco C-148 Express Tree Stand is your best bet when you have a full-size tree but don't want to pay full-size prices. If online options haven’t worked for you, Mango suggests buying a Christmas tree stand at your local tree lot. “I recommend purchasing the stands that the tree lots offer that are already installed. They mainly are made with legs that are rebar and a plastic pan for the water, and they install the tree, so it’s straight and secure.”Christmas tree stands come in a variety of sizes, shapes, heights, and weights. The size of the Christmas stands you want to get depends on the size of your tree. “If you have a large tree with lots of branches, then you'll want a stand that can accommodate both its height and its width,” says Spaulding. Enthusiastic holiday decorators may like having more than one Christmas tree in their home—on a nightstand or desk, for example. Tabletop Christmas trees require less support than a standard tree since they are smaller in height and weight, but you’ll still want a stand to keep your small tree upright and sturdy. Opt for this stand made to support artificial trees up to 4 feet tall. Casey Clark is a freelance writer for Better Homes & Gardens. To make this list, she researched a variety of tree stands, keeping in mind material, tree type, weight, dimensions, trunk diameter, and water capacity. She also consulted with T ara Spaulding, interior design coordinator for Patio Productions and Christine Mango holiday designer and producer. A rotating Christmas tree stand typically consists of a motorized base with a built-in mechanism that rotates the tree. The tree is secured onto the stand, and when activated, the motor rotates the stand, causing the tree to spin slowly, adding a dynamic effect to the display. Can you use a rotating tree stand on a real tree?

Tree stands aren't typically conversation pieces, but this one is in a league of its own. Made by Danish designer Fritz Hansen, the Stella Christmas Tree Base flaunts an eight-pointed star, which makes it not only beautiful to look at but also incredibly sturdy. It's crafted from FSC-certified wood, meaning the timber was sourced from responsibly managed forests in line with Forest Stewardship Council sustainability criteria.

Another well-named product, this Heirloom tree stand from John Wright looks every bit the part of a Victorian Christmas tree stand—but it’s no refurbished antique. It’s made from cast iron with a smooth, rust-resistant urethane finish and certainly durable enough to provide a lifetime of use–and then some. Drop the tree into the cylinder (which is an integrated part of the base, not something that’s welded on), then tighten the three massive brass-plated eye screws. Northlight provides a water reservoir to keep a live tree fresh and healthy in this rotating stand. Claiming a 24-inch diameter footprint, the plastic Christmas tree stand will support a live tree weighing up to 65 pounds (with decorations) and standing up to 7 feet tall.