Setting up your 8ft Grandis Fir artificial Christmas tree is easy. First, connect the poles together and slot them into the foldable metal base. Then, unfold the hinged branches and adjust them to get that full, realistic look. When taking it down, just reverse the process. Remember, the image you saw might be of a seven - foot tree, so there could be some differences in your 8 - foot one. Store the tree in the cardboard box it came in to keep it safe. As for maintenance, just give it a gentle dusting from time to time to keep it looking fresh. Also, since it's flame retardant, it's safe to use around lights and other decorations, but always follow the safety instructions for your additional decor items.