I looked at flocked trees for weeks. I couldn’t decide on one but eventually took the plunge with this tree. It shipped right away and two days later was on my porch. I set it up by myself, spread out each branch easily. Yes it was a little messy but once I vacuumed, none of the “snow” has fallen. I’m still not don’t decorating it but it is so gorgeous in my farmhouse style home! I am sooo happy with the purchase. One con is the plug in the middle of the tree is the only spot to plug in your star unless u buy a small extension cord. My star had a decent length cord so it worked out for me. This is my first fake tree ever and I’m excited to use it for many years!!!