Christmas Tree Ornaments Storage and Removal

Earth 911: Timely recycling guide with tips for pickup, removal and recycling.

Searchable Recycling Centers: search by zip code and nearby towns in Canada and the U.S.A.

State List of Recycle Drop Off Locations: Is your state listed? You'll find a variety of locations listed state by state in this handy guide.


Boy Scout Local Council Locator: Many Boy Scouts of America Troops participate in "Recycle Your ChristmasTree" programs as a charity function. Typical donations may be around $25 for pickup and removal - but it's for a great cause and you'll meet some cute kids :) Search by zipcode or council number.

Various Communities Contribute: Several different states and towns are reusing yuletrees in some remarkable ways.

In Portland Oregon: As always, Leading the Green Revolution, with an easy search index - find a recycler by neighborhood.

Extra Info: Many curbside programs are operated on a community basis. Remember that these organizations will offer their service during a limited timeframe, so it's best to be in the know in advance. Typical timeframes are during the first week of January. Call your local government or municipal office to learn when your deadlines take place. You may also anticipate a service fee for curbside pickup.

Rolling Tree Storage Duffel, for 6 to 9-Foot Trees (shown above $32.99)

Is that a scary clown hiding in your garage? No, it's our Upright Christmas Tree Storage - Two Rolling TreeKeepers on Wheels:

7.5' Zipper Bag and Stand
$50.00

7.5-9.0' Rolling Tree Keeper
With TreeSkirt and Stand
$79.99

7.5-9' Pro Upright Wheeled Keeper
With Skirt and Extra Storage
$139.99

6'-9' Rolling Tree Dolly
$89.99

Supreme TreeKeeper - up to 15'
Heavy Duty - Can Store Vertically Too
$149.99

4-9' Storage Dolly Duffel
$84.99

Best Selling Rolling Duffel 6-9'
3 Wheels
$32.99

3 Wheel Rolling Duffel - up to 7.5'
$24.99

up to12' Greenskeeper Duffel
$179.99

Rubbermaid Slim TreeStorage
>7.5' disassembledTrees
$9.99

Wheeled Box with Lid - up to 6'Tree
$37.99

up to 9' Heavy Duty Nylon Bag
$69.99

Up to 9' Low Cost Bag
with Good Reviews
$18.99

Best Selling NonRolling Duffel - up to 9'Tree
$26.58

Affordable Zip Bag w/Good Reviews
$14.99

Remove Christmastree Tips:


1. Some people find it much easier to place a tree removal bag under the tree first, before setting up the tree for decoration, underneath their treestand. Then just cover the removal bag with your tree skirt. You'll have to fiddle with your treestand, but this is still a viable and less messy method.

2. Remove all ornaments, light strings, and tinsel (especially if you're recycling).

3. Remember to empty or drain your treestand before you begin! Spilled Sap can damage and stain your carpet - see #8 below.

4. Do you have branches that are too wide or too large for your removal bag? Cut branches off and place them in an adjoining trash bag.


5. Consider wrapping the branches of the tree with twine to compact its bulk. Start wrapping branches from the bottom of the trunk, encircling the tree to the top, compressing the branches tight to the center. It will help to wear heavy gloves. Some people also use duct tape and regular lawn bags cut open like a tube as an innovative method of wrapping and compressing the branches, as a low cost solution too.

6. Pine needles can ruin your vaccuum - use a broom or carpet rake to sweep up needle debris. (carpet rake shown here $9.99)

7. Never burn your evergreen boughs, garlands or leftover yuletree in a fireplace or wood stove - your leftover wood is not dry and evergreens are notorious for unpredictable burns that smoke, stink and shoot off dangerous sparks. They also cause a build up of creosote, adding to the potential of a future chimney fire.

8. How to remove Sap from your carpet or upholsetry This handy article is a wonderful guide to recovering from a heart breaking mess on your carpeting or furniture.

8' Long Waste Management Disposable Dumpster
3cuyd
$29.99

This Tree Skirt IS the Removal Bag
$9.95

90"H Removal Bag
$2.29

72" Pro Storage Bag
$114.99

60" Wreath Bag
$121.99

Easy Hang 60" Case
$99.99

48" Pro Storage
$84.99

48" Wreath Bag
$69.99

Canvas 36" Case
$29.99

Like Ron Popeil is known to say "Set it and Forget it", here are several easy access ideas to store your Holiday Decorations. No more fussing in the attic - everything you need can be hidden in your garage or secretly stowed on your deck.



72" Vertical Storage Container
A whopping 17 cubic feet of generous space to hold your collapsed tree and all your lights and ornaments in one handy place. 72"Height 30"wide with doors that can hold your own lock. $248.10
Rubbermaid 3749 Vertical Storage Shed, 17-cubic ft

BestSelling Rubbermaid 42" Cedar lining
$13.00

24" 3 Handle Chest w/Cedar
$16.68

14" Snap N' Stack Ornament Case
$27.99

18" Rubbermaid Low Profile Cedar lining
Holds 40 Ornaments
$11.99

54 Ornament Case 25"
$30.94

72 Ornaments Rolling Chest
27" Fabric Lined
$89.99

40" Rubbermaid Gift Wrap Organizer
$10.99

Professional 40" Under Bed Organizer
$25.54

Hanging Gift Center Organizer
$22.99

We all have that one friend that seems so organized, they're always wrapping the most beautiful gifts. How do they do it? It's because they're already organized - with wrapping papers, tape, bows, all at their fingertips. Now you can be the pride of your family and friends too - organization is the key to your success!

(7) Clear Bubble Lights Set
$14.99

36" Hanging Organizer
$8.95

45" Gift Wrapping Tube
$7.95