Candles Care Guide
Care & Maintenance Tips
Prevent ‘Tunnelling’
Candle tunnelling is when a candle burns a tunnel through its centre, leaving a rim of hard wax around the outside.
A candle’s first burn is critical to prevent tunnelling. When you light your new candle for the first time, let it burn for one hour for every 1 inch of its diameter.
Store Candles Properly
Candle wax and fragrance can be sensitive to temperature and light. Store candles in a cool, dry place, and out of direct sunlight when not used for long periods.
Safety Tips
Keep the Wick Trimmed
It is recommended that you trim the wick after every 4 hours of burn time. A good rule of thumb is to trim the wick to 1/8 inch before relighting.
Never Leave a Candle Unattended
The most basic and important rule of candle safety is to always keep a burning candle within sight.
Keep Out of Reach of Children and Pets
Keep candles on a high surface where they can not be easily picked up or knocked over by little ones or furry friends.
Burn on a Heat-Resistant Surface
Always use a candleholder specifically designed for candle use. Be sure the candleholder is placed on a stable, heat-resistant surface.
Don’t Burn for More than 4 Hours
Most candle manufacturers suggested a four-hour max burning time. At this point, the candle should be extinguished, allowed to cool for two hours, and trimmed before relighting.
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Keep Away from Anything that can Catch Fire. Avoid Drafts.
Never burn a candle on or near drapes, bedding, carpets, books, paper, decorations or anything else that can easily catch fire.
Keep a Safe Distance Between Candles
Grouping candles can create a beautiful ambience in a room. If you like to do this, make sure to keep the candles 10cm apart.
Be Watchful for Excessive Flames and Smoke
Extinguish a candle if it repeatedly flickers, smokes or the flame becomes too high, as the candle is not burning correctly or safely.
Follow the ½ Inch Rule
Stop using a candle when half an inch of wax remains at the bottom of the jar. This will prevent possible heat damage to the surface on which the candle burns.
