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The Seattle Spruce is an ultra-budget slim tree designed for small spaces where width matters more than premium features. With just a 36-inch diameter, it's perfect for apartments, offices, or patios. The moderate fullness and traditional PVC construction mean this tree requires thorough fluffing to look its best—customer reviews consistently emphasize that proper branch spreading is essential to avoid visible gaps.
- Exceptional value for a 7.5ft pre-lit tree
- Slim 36-inch diameter perfect for tight spaces and small rooms
- 400 warm white LED lights described as 'dainty' and 'classy'
- Great for offices, patios, back rooms, or secondary trees
- Warm white lighting (not cool white)
- Lightweight at 23.1 lbs for easy moving
- Requires significant fluffing to avoid sparse, gap-filled appearance
- Some customers report it looks 'cheap' or 'nothing like the picture'
- Can appear see-through to trunk if not properly fluffed
- Moderate fullness won't satisfy those wanting a very full tree
- Only available in one size (7.5ft)
- Traditional PVC construction—skip if you need realistic PE needles
Best For
Budget-conscious shoppers who need a slim tree for small spaces and are willing to invest time in fluffing. Ideal as a secondary tree for offices, patios, guest rooms, or apartments. Perfect for those who prioritize narrow footprint over premium features. Great option if you're decorating heavily and the ornaments will fill visual gaps.
Skip it if you want a realistic-looking tree with PE needles or need something that looks full straight out of the box without extensive fluffing.
Fluffing Is Essential
Customer reviews make it clear: this tree absolutely requires proper fluffing to look good. Multiple reviewers noted that without adequate branch spreading, the tree appears sparse with visible gaps and you can see straight through to the trunk. Budget an hour or more for initial setup to bend and arrange each branch. The moderate fullness and slim profile mean every branch placement matters.
When properly fluffed, customers report it looks 'full' and 'beautiful'—but skip this step and you'll be disappointed. One reviewer even threw theirs away because it looked 'like half the tree is missing' without proper setup.
Understanding the Value
This is one of the most affordable 7.5ft pre-lit trees available. Reviewers consistently note the price is 'way better than anywhere else' with similar trees costing significantly more. You're getting exceptional value, but that value comes with trade-offs: traditional PVC construction, moderate fullness, and the need for careful fluffing.
If you accept these limitations and focus on the narrow profile and warm lighting, this tree delivers solid budget-friendly performance. It's honest about what it is—a slim, affordable tree for small spaces—rather than trying to be something it's not.
Warm White Lighting
The 400 warm white LED lights are one of the tree's highlights. Customers describe them as 'dainty,' 'classy,' and 'very nice'—a pleasant surprise at this price point. Unlike some budget trees with harsh cool-white LEDs, the Seattle Spruce uses warm white that creates a traditional, inviting glow. The lights are evenly distributed and help mask any gaps if you've done a decent job fluffing.
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A budget-friendly slim Christmas tree with a classic spruce profile. Features metal-hinged branches with minimal PE content and comes pre-lit with warm white LED lights. Ideal for smaller spaces, offices, or patios where a narrow footprint is essential.
- 5% PE / 95% PVC needle blend
- Realistic Spruce branch tips
- Moderate profile
- Mini bulbs
