Christmas Tree Calculator

Your details

Measure from the base to the tip of the tree, not including the topper.
ft
The widest measurement across the base of the tree.
ft
How densely decorated you want the tree to look.
Whether to include garland or ribbon wrapped around the tree.
Whether to include icicle tinsel strands.
Typical price per string of 100 lights (LED or incandescent).
USD
Average price per ornament across your mix of sizes.
USD
Light strings needed
44strings of 100

Number of 100-light strings to wrap the tree at your chosen density

Total light strand length88ft
Total light bulbs4,400bulbs
Ornaments needed114ornaments
Small ornaments (2-3 in)57ornaments
Medium ornaments (4 in)34ornaments
Large ornaments (5-6 in)23ornaments
Garland length88ft
Tinsel strands0strands
Tree skirt diameter60in
Lateral surface area45.7sq ft
Estimated decoration cost870USD
Light strings44
Small ornaments57
Medium ornaments34
Large ornaments23

Your 7 ft tree needs 44 light strings and 114 ornaments.

  • For a classic and balanced look on your 7 ft tree, plan on 44 strings of 100 lights and 114 ornaments total.
  • Mix ornament sizes: 57 small (2-3 in) for upper branches, 34 medium (4 in) for mid-section, and 23 large (5-6 in) for lower focal points.
  • You will need about 88 ft of garland or ribbon to drape the tree.
  • A tree skirt of at least 60 inches in diameter will cover the base with comfortable clearance.
  • At your input prices, lights and ornaments together are estimated at $870.00.

Next stepReal trees have irregular branches that hold 20-30% more lights than a smooth cone, so buy one or two extra strings. Start lights from the trunk outward, then hang large ornaments first as anchors before filling in with smaller pieces.

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