This article discusses the best time to take down Christmas decorations, considering both traditional beliefs and fire safety concerns.
The holidays have come and gone, but decorations have a way of hanging around for days or even a few weeks into the new year. It could be out of tradition or procrastination, but you may be looking at your lights, trees and other decorations and wondering when the best time to take them down might be. If you observe the 12 nights of Christmas, Jan. 5 or 6 are the last nights, so you may be right on the edge before superstition says you might be inviting some bad luck.
Traditionally, the 12th night marks the end of the Christmas season. So leaving Christmas decorations up too long after the 12th night is said to bring bad luck, but of course, that's according to folklore. Gautieri points out that if you see your tree's needles starting to turn brown or falling off and branches sagging or breaking, it's a sign that your tree is dying and should probably be taken down because it's a fire risk. As much as we all enjoy the look and feel of Christmas trees in our homes, they're large combustible items that have the potential to result in serious fires, said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA, in a press release. The longer Christmas trees remain in homes, the longer they present a risk. The NFPA recommends looking into your area's tree recycling program and advises against leaving trees in the garage or outside the home.Professional organizer Liora Seltzer celebrates Hanukkah in her home and decorates as such for the Jewish tradition, like hanging a'Happy Hanukkah' banner and displaying menorahs by the windows. Seltzer, who was trained by Marie Kondo's company, follows the method of tapping into what sparks joy for the individual. She applies the same method to holiday decorations. She said she keeps up a small sign year-round that reads'Shine the light.''The decorations should really be special and bring you joy
CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS HOLIDAY DECOR FIRE SAFETY TRADITIONS DECORATING
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Breaking Down the Royal Family's Annual Christmas CelebrationsThe members of the British royal family traditionally spend Christmas at the family’s country estate Sandringham House
Read more »
Give your employees a true Christmas break: Shut down for the holidaysWorkplace advice: Many employers close their offices during the week between Christmas and New Year’s.
Read more »
Christmas movies turn naughty this holiday season with stripped-down starsHollywood takes a risqué turn this holiday season as films including 'Hot Frosty' and 'The Merry Gentlemen' sizzle on-screen this Christmas.
Read more »
Christmas Forecast: Chilly Start, Sunny Christmas Eve, Rain on Christmas DayThis week's weather forecast begins with chilly temperatures, but warms up to a beautiful Christmas Eve with sunny skies. Rain chances arrive on Christmas Day.
Read more »
Royal Christmas Gift Tradition: Open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?A look at the British Royal Family's Christmas gift-opening traditions, exploring the history behind opening gifts on Christmas Eve and the possibility of change in the future.
Read more »
Walgreens Christmas Hours 2024: Is Walgreens Open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?Find out if Walgreens is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and what their holiday hours are. Learn about adjusted operating hours for Christmas Day and if any locations will be closed.
Read more »