SHATCHI Yukon snow pine pre-lit Christmas tree (6ft)

Description

The Yukon snow pine is for anyone who likes their Christmas greenery with a generous helping of white. Snowy flocking rests across the green branches, creating a pale, wintry outline that catches the fitted warm white lights. At 6ft tall, it can be the centre of a living-room scheme without needing an unusually high ceiling.

A snow-covered pine shape

This SHATCHI tree measures approximately 180cm high and 100cm across, with 550 PVC tips. The pine-style foliage is green beneath the white finish, so the tree retains some depth and contrast rather than appearing as one solid white shape. Its spread leaves room for hanging decorations while keeping the overall proportions fairly easy to accommodate in a room.

Try clear glass, soft gold or pale blush ornaments for a gentle look. Deep red decorations stand out beautifully against the snow if you prefer something more traditional. Leave some of the flocked branch ends uncovered so the finish remains visible; it is one of the main reasons to choose this tree.

Warm lighting through the foliage

The warm white LEDs come fitted to the branches, with eight lighting modes selected using the button on the included UK plug. Options include a steady glow, slow fading, waves and twinkling. That gives you a choice between a calm display for evenings at home and a livelier effect for Christmas gatherings.

Several owners enjoy the finished sparkle, but locating the lighting connectors amongst the tightly packed foliage can take a little patience. Find those connections before fully arranging the branches, and check that all sections illuminate before you start decorating. Working methodically at this stage is much easier than searching through baubles later.

Preparing the snowy branches

The pull-down branches need to be opened and the individual needles arranged to fill out the outline. Start near the centre and work towards the outer tips, creating some variation in their angles. The tree comes with a metal base and centre pole, and weighs approximately 6kg. Assemble it on a firm, level indoor surface in the position where you plan to keep it.

Flocking fallout is a real consideration with this model. Customers regularly mention that the white finish sheds while the tree is being unpacked and shaped, even when they are pleased with the final appearance. Put down a sheet or work on a floor that is easy to clean, and keep soft furnishings away during assembly. It is a snowy decorative finish rather than a mess-free coating.

For the base, a plain fabric skirt keeps attention on the white branches and helps make a neat setting for presents. Other heights are available, while this is the 6ft version with warm white lighting. Once Christmas is over, pack the sections gently and keep the electrical lead with the stand so everything is together when the decorating season returns.