The instructions were pretty simple, and honestly I wasn't entirely sure how it would stay up with just a small single pole in the middle. However, once I had connected all the strands then it was pretty sturdy. It also comes with stakes so you can set it up outdoors. We're still debating whether or not to keep it on the porch or put it in the front yard, but overall it is a really nice tree, and I'm glad I don't have to wind the lights around all the time! I've included pictures that show the stages of me building it and putting it in its spot!

Overall I highly recommend this 8 foot pop up tree. It's loaded with beautiful lights and has multiple settings for the lights. The initial setup was a little time consuming since it took about 30 mins to unbox/unwrap the tree from all the packaging - individual cardboard inserts. It then took about 30 mins to install, with the majority of time unwinding all the beautiful strands of lights hanging down from the star and clipping to the base. But it was easy for one person to assemble, and packing back up tool approx 30 mins as well. The tree seems well made and should last through many seasons.

This tree is beautiful and elegant, it will add color to any room. The installation is time consuming and detailed. Right out the box everything works and the power cord is a good length. The tear down could be tiresome as each strand needs to be rebagged as to not get tangled. This tree is majestic and beautiful, but it isn't without a little bit of work.

I was so excited to get this beautiful tree, but it literally fell apart while attempting to assemble it. Perhaps I got a bad one and the others are fine. It has so many nice, bright lights and so much potential, but unfortunately it isn't even usable. We're unable to salvage it.