Brits supersizing Christmas decorations by putting up two or more trees

A poll of 2,000 adults who decorate for the season found one in 10 plan to have more trees in their home this year compared to previous

Households are supersizing their Christmas decorations – with nearly half putting up two or more trees this year. A poll of 2,000 adults who decorate for the season found one in 10 plan to have more trees in their home this year compared to previous.

One in five households plan to put up three or more trees this year, 27% will have two and 51% will stick with one. The living room, dining room and hallway will be the most popular rooms to decorate.

With 52% spending more time and money on deciding and organising the trees, decorations and lights at Christmas now than they did 10 years ago, with 20% putting up three or more trees.

This is because it makes them happier, they want to make a welcoming space for loved ones and think it makes their home look better in snaps. The luxury artificial Christmas tree and decor brand Balsam Hill conducted the research to launch its competition to find the UK’s most talented, self-taught tree-decorator.

The study also found as many as 18% will have their tree pride of place in the front room (or elsewhere) before November is finished. But nearly as many won’t get theirs sorted until between December 15th and 24th.

They’ll spend an average of four hours ornamenting the trees along with other rooms in the house, with Londoners taking a marathon 5.27 hours. While men are more likely to spend more time and money on decorating compared to women; (4.35hrs vs 3.68hrs) and (£79.28 vs £49.69) each year.

And the optimum time to put up your Christmas tree is exactly 1:31pm on the 5th December. Mac Harman, of Balsam Hill, said: “We’ve seen a clear shift in Christmas decorating to become a significant creative outlet and an opportunity to stand out.

“It’s no longer just a hobby; for many, it’s a creative performance where their tree is the star. Our research shows that Christmas is now a showcase, and many are honing their craft so much that they’re an amateur interiors expert for friends and family.

“Our ‘Top of The Tree’ competition is here to give these talented individuals the spotlight they deserve. We want to celebrate the passion and skill that goes into creating a memorable Christmas.”