This was our very first artificial tree. We are in our seventies. A live Christmas tree was essential in our house. The bigger the better. 
This 7.5 ft tree is so beautiful. It is perfect. It took two of us 2 1/2 hours from beginning to end. Fluffing, Lights, ribbon, beads, ornaments and bows. It went from box to upright in 10minutes. Fluffing took 35 minutes. We spent the price of this artificial tree every year for 40 years. Buy it. You won’t be disappointed