Being positioned too close to radiators or other heat sources, such as wood burners or open fires, can cause Christmas tree needles to drop.

Insufficient watering can also cause pine needles to drop. However, if you've had your Christmas tree on display for three weeks or more, it's likely your tree is past looking its best and will start to naturally drop needles.

While it may be tempting to grab your vacuum to get rid of the unsightly mess, experts have warned Britons to avoid doing this.

Home improvement specialist BLACK+DECKER have revealed a cheap and easy hack for cleaning up Christmas tree needles.

Nick Ee, product and training manager at BLACK+DECKER said using a vacuum to clean up Christmas tree needles can lead to "clogging".

They can also cause damage to vacuums because of their small, dense nature and sharp edges which are similar to splinters.

"It can even result in mould growth if the needles are damp, all of which can reduce the vacuum's effectiveness and longevity, or cause overheating," Nick added.

As an alternative, Nick suggests using a lint roller which can be picked up for as little as £1 at Asda.

He explains: “To use a lint roller to pick up Christmas tree needles, start by ensuring the roller has a fresh, sticky sheet.

"Roll it gently but firmly over the carpet, pressing down slightly to ensure the adhesive picks up even deeply embedded needles.

"For areas with a higher concentration of needles, roll over them repeatedly, replacing the adhesive sheet once it becomes full or loses its stickiness.

"This method works particularly well in corners, along skirting boards, and in tight spaces where other cleaning tools might struggle to reach.

"Dispose of the used sheets and repeat as needed until the area is clean.”