Burning Tips & Safety

1. Container candles: burn the candle long enough the first time you light it so a wax pool forms that covers the entire top of the candle. Extinguish the candle when it reaches this point. Depending on the diameter of the candle or container, the initial burn time will vary, generally 1 hour for each inch of diameter. For example, a candle that has a 3" diameter should be burned approximately 3 hours the first time. Subsequently you should try to burn the candle at least as long as necessary for the candle to reach the "memory pool" you created with the first burn. Following these guidelines will ensure a cleaner and longer lasting candle.

2. Pillar Candles: burn the candle long enough the first time you light it so that the wax pool comes within 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch of the edge, leaving a wide enough wall so that the wax will not melt through, generally 1 hour for each inch of diameter as above. Subsequently you should try to burn the candle at least as long as necessary for the candle to reach the "memory pool" you created with the first burn. We recommend that you always place pillar candles on a candle plate or some other non-plastic plate or container with a diameter of at least 1/2 inch greater than the pillar candle.

3. Votive candles are meant to liquefy (melt) when burned. Burn them only in a snug fitting votive candleholder. The melted wax will fill the votive candleholder. If burned properly, the votive candle should have a burn time of at least 15 hours.

4. Candle wicks should always be trimmed to 1/4 inch before lighting to prevent smoking. Trim candle wick only when the candle is cold. After extinguishing a candle, clean out any carbon deposits or other foreign materials while the wax is still liquid.
 
5.  To prevent dripping, keep your candle out of drafts. If the candle starts dripping, extinguish it and let it cool for at least 30 minutes before moving the candle out of the draft and relight. Even non-drip candles will drip under certain circumstances.

6.  It is important to remember that candles are fire, and if treated improperly can cause serious damage. Never place candles near curtains or other materials that are flammable. Never leave a burning candle unattended or where children or pets can get near it.

7.  Place candles on a hard, steady surface that is heat resistant.