This tree surpassed my expectations. Too often I cut corners and bought an incredibly cheap tree from a supermarket but when I moved to a new place I wanted to invest in a full tree that didn't appear to have so many "holes" that needed to be filled by extra ornaments.  This tree, however, is beautifully full and bright! I could not have imagined a better tree.  If you are very particular about "fluffing" the tree like I am, be warned that the process is time consuming.  I do, however believe that the result greatly out ways the time.  LOVE THIS TREE!