Ok, being from Maine I found it blasphemous to even think about a fake tree - but I am pleasantly surprised! This tree is really beautiful and almost calming. It takes a few minutes to spread out all the branches but totally worth the time. No big holes or low coverage spots. Very easy to assemble and very little mess (I read some of these faux snow trees can make a huge mess but not this one). All the lights work and are spaced appropriately. Lovely investment.