CANDLE CARE
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Very few people are aware that there is a correct way to burn a candle and for many years I was one of these people until I worked as a party consultant for a well known candle company when my children were small. I am going to share this knowledge with you so you can go on to burn our candles correctly to get the most out of our products.
• Trim the wick of your candle to 5mm, this will give your candle a cleaner brighter burn and help reduce smoke stains on your containers.
• Keep your candle away from draughts as this can increase soot and give off a smoke-like scent which is not what you’re after.
• Let the wax pool reach across the top of the container before you extinguish it, this can take several hours but is worth it as it helps stop a tunnelling effect down the middle of your candle.
• Always use a candle snuffer or spoon to extinguish your candle to ensure it is properly out, this helps prevent sparks and hot wax flying around. Always double check a candle is fully extinguished and not still smouldering before leaving a room.
• Extinguish and discard the last 5mm of wax at the bottom of your candle to ensure the container does not get too overheated.
CANDLE SAFETY
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We always value our customers safety so we have put together some candle safety advice for you;
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• Never leave a burning candle unattended.
• Be mindful of where you place your candles. Always ensure all your candles are placed on a heat resistant surface and in a proper stable holder so they won’t fall over or spill melted wax.
• Allow sufficient room above a burning candle and never place a burning candle under a shelf as the heat it conducts can cause a fire.
• Position your candle away from curtains and furnishings that could be flammable and keep out of draughts. Also be aware of your own safety around a lit candle, you don’t want to set fire to your clothes or hair by leaning over them.
• Place your candles out of reach and away from children and pets.
• Always allow at least 10cm between your burning candles.
• Never touch the candle container or move a candle when it is lit, always extinguish it and allow it to cool down and reset before moving.
• Keep the melted wax pool free from debris, like burnt matches etc.
• Our candles should not be burnt for more than 4 hours at a time.
• Don’t leave a candle burning in an empty room always extinguish it before you leave.
• Never go to sleep with a candle still burning and never leave a candle or oil burner alight in a child’s bedroom.
• Always use a candle snuffer or spoon to extinguish your candle, this is safer than blowing them out and stops sparks or hot wax flying around. Never use water to put out a candle. Double check your candles are out before leaving the room to ensure they are not still smouldering.
• Discontinue the use of your candle when there is 5mm of wax left at the bottom of the container.