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Glenna Morton
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Top 9 Holiday Decorating Accessories
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Make decorating for Christmas easier and more convenient by using some of these products. Light timers, water trays, remote controls and more, can add efficiency to your holiday decorating.
1) Tree Tray
This 30 inch diameter plastic tray has a 1 inch lip to keep water spills off the floor. The tray also allows you to easily slide or turn the tree. Lots of convenience for only $12.99.
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2) 36"-dia. Tree Mat
Use this green circular mat under you tree stand to absorb minor water spills. Non-woven, felt-like acrylic facing absorbs the moisture, and the vinyl backing is smooth against the floor.
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3) Foot Switch Extension Cord
Turn off holiday lights the easy way with this convenient step-on switch.
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4) 9 Outlet Extension Cord
Three electrical outlets are spaced at 20-inch intervals along the length of the green cord. Attach the top outlet box near the top of your Christmas tree using the built-in hook and thread the rest of the cord through the tree, keeping it next to the trunk.
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5) Tie-It-Alls Decorating Hangers
Don't want to use wire to attach a garland to your railing? This product may help. 12”-long clear polymer ties lock and unlock for re-use. They are quick and because they're clear they won't show very much.
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6) Light Timers
Timers are a help to control window lights and other seasonal displays. Stanley® offers this device with twin light timers that can be programmed to go on and off independent of each other, or simultaneously, with different programs for up to seven days.
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7) Remote Contol Transmitter
Use this system to control up to six strings of lights or fixtures with the touch of a button. Plug your lights into the receiver unit, then plug the receiver unit into an electrical outlet, indoors or out. The remote has a 50’ range so you can turn off outdoor lights without going outside.
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8) Photo Electric Outdoor Switch Timer
Use this product to set outdoor lights to turn on at just the right time, even if you're not home. (UL Approved)
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9) Power Strip with Safety Switch
Use plug strips to get extra outlets wherever you need them. The handy switch can be used to turn everything on and off with the flick of one button.
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 ~ Glenna Morton
 
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