First of all, just know that the copious amounts of silver glitter on this tree will be the gift that keeps on giving in your home.  Secondly, immediately after plugging in the tree, exactly half of the tree shorted out or simply died.  I'm not sure which.  Basically, this tree is generally a disappointment, which is a shame as it has so much potential.  I think if there was no glitter and if it worked, this tree would get all five stars from me.