Once it’s Christmas, everyone wants to style their home to make it a better version of what it had been. Not bad. But how exactly do you know what size of Christmas tree to buy?

The rule of thumb with Christmas trees is that bigger is better. However, it’s not as simple as just picking the largest tree available. A 6-foot tree can seem oppressive in a tiny apartment or living room. So, how big should your house be?

Learn how to pick the perfect pre-lit Christmas tree size with these guidelines

How tall your walls and windows are

When deciding on a tree size, think about your room’s ceiling and window height. Since more of the tree’s canopy will be in front of the window, the room will feel darker and smaller than it actually is if the tree is tall. When placed in a room, a narrow, short tree will provide the impression of more space.

There Are Restrictions Based On Your Height

As a first step, check that the roof is strong enough to support the tree. The average height of a tree is 5–6 feet, however their height ranges from 4–7 feet. A larger tree means more weight, so before you go out and get one, take a look at the height of your ceilings.

Space of Your Room

The location of the tree inside the house is also a major consideration when buying a pre-lit Christmas tree. An extra-large tree will make a more striking statement in a spacious living room or family den. However, this option may be preferable for individuals who don’t want to clutter their homes with too many ornaments if they have only one spot with enough light to show off a smaller tree.

If there are any doorways or hallways that intersect with the space where you want to put your tree, make sure they’re wide enough for your chosen tree — especially if there’s going to be a lot of foot traffic through those areas.

Length of the Tree

The diameter of the trunk of your tree will determine how much space it takes up in your home and how many ornaments you can put on it. If you plan on decorating your tree with lights and ornaments, for instance, you’ll want to select a tree with a greater diameter to accommodate everything. If you want to display just a few small ornaments on a tabletop tree, then a smaller diameter would be fine.

Tree Height

The height of your pre-lit Christmas tree will depend on where it will be displayed. If it’s going to be placed in front of a window or fireplace mantel, then you may want to go with something shorter so that it doesn’t block any natural light coming into the room.

If you have pets or children, take them into account when measuring for size because they’ll need to be able to walk around without bumping into anything or getting tangled in lights or decorations.

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