Is this tree worth buying? How long does it last? Is it as appears? I've seen similar posts on similar trees about being bad quality and not lasti
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I would recommend not purchasing. I purchased two to sit out by my pool. I previously had 2 that lasted for 3.5 years. These have been very disappointing compared to those. One of the welds came off where the palms come out. This happened in the first week. I couldn't return it because I purchased in winter and didn't put them up until spring. The base of the same one broke at the weld and fell over. The plastic in the palms faded very fast. Definitely not great quality considering what I paid.
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DON'T BUY THIS! Warranty is only for 90 days. Less than 4 months after I purchased it, a section of the trunk rope went out. The only help I received from the vendor was purchasing a new rope light coil for $40.00. It was also difficult getting the trunk rope light section coil to stretch out and hook up.
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Mine lasted about two years. Had both the 7' and the smaller (4.5'?) and both were always outdoors on my deck and the top (green) palms began to rust at the joints. Being battered around by winds didn't help any. The smaller one is still functioning well. I did not experience the problem of non-functioning lights as noted in the other response. Overall, I was happy with the appearance and the ambiance they lent to my outdoor area, but do wish it had been more durable.
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Unfortunately it is NOT worth buying. It looks great out of the box but I had one of the lights on one of the two units I purchased go out in a month. Seller replaced those for free. On the second unit about a quarter of the lights went out. I'm going to replace these myself and it doesn't look too hard. But just a week ago the first unit vertical "trunk" rotted off the base. I've had these trees for less than a year (actually they were a gift for a friend) and they did not hold up AT ALL like I expected.
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Quality is fair. Withstood strong winds with extra tie downs. Looks good from a distance. Very hard to find quality in this item.
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It looks great but if you keep it outside in any weather like snow it won't last. Forget any kind of wind.
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It was okay, but the color was different from my other lighted palms. They seem to last 4-5 years, in an exposed location. I have mine on my deck overlooking the cove where I live. Sorry for the late replay, I was in Mexico for the holidays.
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not worth buying. I have had good ones in the past ,this is not one of them. I sent it right back.
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Tree works as it is supposed to. Coloring is bad (bright orange trunk lights). The palm leaves were much shorter than the picture displayed with the item and the vendor was of no help at all (never responded at all).
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I don't really have anything to compare my little tree to, so I'll tell you what I received. I received a healthy, strong tree about 2 feet tall. The leaves are glossy and bug-free. I've had mine a few months and its starting to fill out. I'm very happy with my tree and the information that came with it was very clear on when to water, replant, etc.
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Hi Thomas... In my opinion, it is definitely worth the investment. You can go cheaper, but there will always be that nagging concern about it falling apart at the most inopportune moment. One never regrets investing in quality.
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It is a quite durable screen, however, it is wood that has been painted. So I think it will last for a while but after being exposed for extended period of time to the elements I think would ruin it. I am not totally 100% sure of this as it is my opinion. But taking an educated guess that is what I would think. Hope that is of some assistance. Just as long as the rain doesn't hit it should be good for a while.
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I have the tree and my cats love it. The top is like a roof but they sit on it and look out the window. It comes up about half way on the window. They like the levels and use them. I made a good choice getting this tree. It also looks nice in the room. Made from rug not the faux fur. That was my deciding choice. I had one made from faux fur snd did'nt like the way it ripped so easy. Hope you enjoy the tree as much as I have.
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Steve - good luck to you too. I'd be curious to know if your new one does have the correct decal. By the way, was the one that you returned the wrong color? The saw does work quite well; I have used it several times in the last couple of weeks including an 18" diameter tree that had uprooted.
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So far it seems to be! I have only had it since last summer. It lived on the deck in it's original pot until around October. From what I have read it can be outside in temps as low as 15F at night so watch the weather. For the winter I moved it into an unheated garage. It looked like a little twig all winter but perked right up when I put it outside in the spring! No fruit so far but we'll see.
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It seems to be holding up well. I have not used it in a hard use type situation. I've opened boxes, cut up a steak and apples. Still looks new. I think it's a painted on finish, very flat. I love it and will be getting some for my brothers & step-dad for Christmas.
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If you keep the original box you can take the tree apart just like a Christmas Tree...but just a reminder....this item is heavy even when broken down....I leave mine up year around and every one just loves it...it uses only a small amount of electricity I leave it on all night...I also have mine in my house year around.. I'm always getting compliments and people always ask where I purchased it from....Amazon of course if my answer...
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I have the dark brown planter and just purchased in Spring of 2014. It stood on my deck all summer in extreme heat and sun. I am planning on leaving it out all winter. The dirt has already frozen once so far and had some icing. It still looks as good as when I first set it out but only having it 9 months, I can't know how well it will hold up several years from now. I am extremely happy with it and plan on purchasing another. A very good buy for me. Good luck.
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I have a 16lb and an 18 lb cat and have had no problems with the cat tree holding up, I also had no trouble putting it together at all. To clean I just use the cat hair remover that looks like a window squeegee cleaner and I've used a cat carpet cleaner and wash cloth. This is my second cat tree from this company over the past couple years (2 for 2 different rooms, I didn't have to replace one) and I plan on buying more for different rooms. I love them and for the price the quality is the best I've found.
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I agree with previous comment, it's not hardwood. In fact, I would say it's probably not even pine. I suspect it's some [semi-soft] wood of asian origin. However, it seems sturdy enough for the purpose - a kids bed that will see plenty of abuse. It won't be a family heirloom but I think it will hold up until my soon is old enoungh to outgrow it. I am faily picky about having quality furniture and I am satisfied that I got what I paid for. Hope that helps.
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We've had ours outdoors in the woods for a year just as it came. Looks great. Cypress has a degree of longevity, but it would probably be sensible to put a stain on it anyway.
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I have had mine for about 8 months and planted in a 2'x2' planter box moved inside for winter in Wa state. Lots of new leaves in past few months so hope full a bud or two not far behind. Plant needs to aclimate to your conditions first. When I first got it all the leaves fell off in a month or so and then grew since it was shocked and adjusting. Plant has done great so far so I am in for long haul now. I would guess after a year or more it could bear fruit but looks nice indoor even with no fruit. Resemble s a indoor bamboo type plant.
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I ordered one about 3 years ago and no it was not. If you are going to use this for bonsai, most likely you would cut it back at some point... at least I would. Mine now has a nice 3 inch basal diameter and it is about 2 feet tall, I jined the top, so there is much dead wood and a lightning streak down the side. It is a very prolific grower, so you can kinda hack at it and will grow back rapidly. This tree for me is actually the central tree in a Dawn Redwood forest, and it gets many compliments
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I'm sorry I don't remember exactly, I bought it in January, but as far as I remember I was surprised that it was rather short, a little longer than a foot, because as I saw it I thought it should have been longer. I got it as Christmas tree decoration, so it didn't bother me that much, I thought I would find a way to put it on my tree.
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I don't have my info handy but I remember when I was looking I thought there was another well known brand that looked very similar. I have had mine for about a year and a half now and no issues so far. Knock on wood. Good luck.