Candle wicks are made of cotton or hemp and treated with a chemical to help them burn more evenly. But when the wick is too short, it can cause candle tunneling, which is when the flame only burns down the middle of your candle instead of all around. This not only gives you an uneven […]
About Candle Wicks Candle wicks are the part of a candle that carries the flame. They are made from materials that will burn slowly and evenly, such as cotton or linen thread, paper, and metal wires. Most commonly, wicks are made with braided cotton. The wick must be able to absorb enough wax so it […]
Where Does Candle Wax Go? When you burn a candle, the wax is not destroyed. Instead, it melts and vaporizes into tiny particles of liquid that evaporate into the air. The heat of the flame breaks down the molecules in the wax so they can be easily released as gas. This gas is mostly made […]
Burning a candle all the way down is possible, but it will take some extra effort on your part to make sure that you get the most out of your candle. Too small of a wick will mean that the wax won’t melt evenly and won’t burn down the sides of your container. Too large […]
Lighting a candle without the use of a lighter is a skill that has been around for centuries, and it’s still used today by many people. From romantic dinners to outdoor camping trips, there are several ways you can light your candles without needing to rely on lighters or matches. In this article, we’ll discuss […]
If your candle flame is tall or “dancing” erratically, you may be wondering why this is happening and how to fix it.