Both trees were compared undecorated with a tree stand.

The Live Cut Tree studied was a 6.5 Ft., 33 Lb, 11 year old (4 nursery/7 field) Frasier Fur grown in the North Carolina region and is the predominant tree species sold in the United States.

This tree was selected based on its prevalence in the US Market.

The Live Cut Tree is assumed to have 60% Water Content by weight.

The accompanying tree stand is 10% metal and 90% plastic.