Candle Burning Tips

Here are some tips to make your candles burn clean, long and safe.

 

  1. The first time you light your candle burn it until the entire top of the candle is liquified so that it will burn evenly. A general rule of thumb is one hour per inch of width of candle. This will prevent any chance of tunneling and allow the wax "melt pool" to reach almost the edge of the container. In future burnings, all candles will only burn as far from the wick as they did the first time. This is referred to as a "candles memory"
  2. After the first burn, never burn for more than 3-4 hours at a time, as it changes the composition of the wax and can affect the way it burns and smells.Natural soy wax may leave wax on side of jar after burning.
  3. Always keep your wick trimmed! If you keep it trimmed to 1/4 inch, it will burn cleaner and more evenly.
  4. Never leave a burning candle unattended or within reach of children, pets or a draft. Never put Candle under any object or structure and make sure it is on a level surface.
  5. Make sure the candle is on a heat resistant surface. As it burns down the bottom gets hot and can mark the surface.
  6. Never attempt to pick up a jar candle when it is still hot, glass containers are fragile, you can drop it and possibly get burned. Never pick up a candle by the lid. They are used for decorative and covering purposes only.
  7. Never extinguish the candle with the lid .
  8. Once a candle burns down to 1/2", PLEASE put it out. The glass can break and cause a fire. It is therefore recommended that you buy glass containers that are borosil, that can withstand high temperatures.
  9. Store your candles in a safe, cool, dry place away from direct sunlight!
  10. Read the warning label on the bottom of each candle.
  11. Just use common Scents when enjoying your burning candles!!!!
  12. Burn times will always vary depending on the placement of your candle. Drafty areas will burn slightly quicker. Burn times will also vary depending on the height of your wick. The longer the wick the quicker the candle will burn away. Remember that when burning your classic Jar always let the candle pool to the outside edge of the jar before distinguishing, this will ensure maximum burn time.