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How To Choose the Right Artificial Christmas Tree for Your Business Space

Updated last Dec. 10, 2024

Nothing brings more holiday cheer to your place of business than a beautifully decorated Christmas tree. Balsam Hill offers a wide range of artificial Christmas trees to fit any space and style – from the reception area of a local office to an expansive hotel lobby. In this guide, we share expert tips on how to choose the perfect tree for your business and create joy for your guests, customers, and employees this holiday season.

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Choosing the Right Size & Shape

Office space decorated with Christmas trees

Height and profile play a crucial role in determining the correct fit for the space. Consider ceiling height as well as foot traffic when deciding which commercial Christmas trees to install.

Christmas Tree Height Guide

We recommend leaving at least 6 inches between the ceiling and the top of the tree, including tree toppers or decorative accents that add to the tree’s height. If the space has 14-foot ceilings and you plan to use a 12-inch tree topper, you should purchase a 12-foot Christmas tree. Balsam Hill trees are measured from the bottom of the stand to the topmost tip.

Infographic showing different heights of Christmas trees

Under 6 feet

Miniature trees for tabletops, bedrooms, kid’s rooms, and small spaces

6 to 6½ feet

Designed for areas with low ceilings

7 to 7½ feet

The best size for standard 8- to 9-foot ceilings

8 to 9 feet

Ideal for rooms with high ceilings

10 to 14 feet

Perfect for public spaces and vaulted ceilings

15 feet and above

Tall Christmas trees for grand displays

Insider’s Tip

When calculating the size and shape most suitable for your establishment, consider that taller Christmas trees need more lights and ornaments. They’re shipped in multiple boxes, so bigger trees also require more storage space.

Christmas Tree Shapes

The shape of the tree determines how much space is required. Full and wide trees are great for spacious areas such as lobbies and ballrooms, while slim and sparse trees are ideal for corners and more constrained spaces. Measure your set-up location and compare it to the tree dimensions provided on our website. Our measurements are based on the widest point of the tree when fully fluffed.

Full

Our most popular shape, with the iconic profile of natural Christmas trees

Full Trees

Slim

Our most compact trees, designed for limited spaces

Slim Trees

Wide

Ideal for spacious areas and hanging more ornaments

Wide Trees

Sparse

Lifelike trees with wider gaps between branches

Sparse Trees

Flatback

Space-savers that look full but rest flat against a wall

Flatback Trees

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Christmas Tree Light Types

Black Hills Spruce Twinkly Tree

Lights add extra sparkle that make any Christmas display merry and bright. Our pre-lit Christmas trees are available in many different lighting options to fit a variety of decorating themes.

Clear

The classic glow of candlelight. Includes our Candlelight™ LED and Fairy Lights & Micro LED Lights.

Multi

Trees with festive, colorful lights in jewel tones. Features our Multicolored LED Lights.

Color + Clear

Our LED Color + Clear lights let you choose from clear to multicolored to both at the touch of a button.

Close-up image of artificial Christmas tree with colorful LED lights.

Animated Lights

Specialty LED lights that can be customized for a spectacular light show. Includes our Twinkly™ Lights & Fiber Optic Light Show.

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Best-Selling Christmas Trees for Businesses

Our expertly trained Business Sales Team work closely with businesses to ensure a hands-on shopping experience. Below are some of our best-sellers that come highly recommended by customers and partners.

BH Balsam Fir^®

Collage of artificial Christmas fir showing the full tree and close-up of branches

BH Balsam Fir^®

Our namesake tree and a long-time customer favorite, the BH Balsam Fir is designed after real balsam firs grown in Maine. The tree features a gorgeous teardrop shape and semi-flat needles, just like its natural counterpart. Choose the Candlelight LED option for that classic look or the Color+Clear if you’d like your guests to enjoy a more colorful light display.

BH Fraser Fir^®

Collage of artificial fir tree showing full tree and close-up of branches

BH Fraser Fir^®

The BH Fraser Fir is molded from 40 different tip variations, making it our most realistic tree to date. It features dark green needles with silver undersides, along with an organically shaped treetop to accurately mimic the color and natural profile of farm-grown Fraser firs.

Silverado Slim^®

Collage of slim artificial Christmas tree showing the full tree and close-up of branches

Silverado Slim

Inspired by the historic Silverado Trail, our Silverado Slim features a slender profile with natural-green foliage. This tree is ideal for smaller spaces without sacrificing the height and comes in several LED light options.

Alpine Balsam Fir^®

Collage of sparse artificial Christmas tree showing the full tree and close-up of branches

Alpine Balsam Fir

Sparse by design, our Alpine Balsam Fir features open spaces between branches for showcasing treasured ornaments. The foliage is painted with light-green tips to complement its organic shape and visible faux trunk. Hand-shaped by experts, the tree also features Pre-Fluffed^® memory wire branches that fan into place upon unboxing for reduced set-up time.

Classic Blue Spruce

Christmas tree with faux flowers and a snowflake tree topper and a tree with red and gold ornaments and a star tree topper

Classic Blue Spruce

Our Classic Blue Spruce is crafted with 100% Classic Needle foliage and features a full profile for that classic Christmas tree look. The needles are painted in blue-green and silvery hues, complemented by light brown tinted stems. Available in several height and lighting options.

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Other Considerations

Decorated Christmas tree in a reception area of a business space

Vermont White Spruce Tree | Starry Night Ornament Set

Here are some other considerations when planning to decorate your business space for the holidays.

Timing

Christmas decorating takes thoughtful planning, especially when done on a larger scale. Businesses usually purchase their trees and decorations earlier in the year. By planning ahead, your team can avoid becoming stressed or overwhelmed during one of the busiest times of the year.

Complementary Décor

Consider the style and color of the space you’ll be decorating. Plan to purchase ornaments and decorations that complement the color palette and style of the room or building so that everything looks cohesive. Some of our popular themes include Nordic Frost, Burnished Metals, and Brilliant Bordeaux.

Outdoor Decorations

If you’re decorating al fresco areas, make sure to use greenery and other decorations specifically made for outdoor use. These are made with a UV-resistant finish to protect them from sun and weather damage.

Assembly & Storage

Larger Christmas trees might require special equipment to assemble and decorate. Plan for ladders or lifts and additional manpower, if needed. At the end of the season, protect your investment by storing your Balsam Hill trees, ornaments, and greenery in heavy-duty storage bags. Our storage solutions are specially designed to keep your Christmas decorations safe from dust, pests, and damage while stowed away.

We hope this guide to commercial Christmas trees is helpful to you and your business. If you’d like to know more about the business discounts we offer or simply need help shopping for your establishment, get in touch with our Business Sales Team.

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How To Choose the Right Artificial Christmas Tree for Your Business Space