We asked our Facebook Friends what creative ways they use to center their wicks for candle making. The responses were very effective, unique suggestions, many of which involved household items they had at their disposal. Best Ways to Center Candle...
UNDERSTANDING CANDLE WICK NUMBERS This is one of the most common questions we receive. The wick numbers represent the size of the wick. Candles need the right wick size specific to their diameter to burn correctly. Smaller diameter candles require...
CHOOSING A CANDLE WICK SIZE Determining the best wick size to use is topic that generates a lot of questions. There are a variety of factors that can impact the size of wick to use and change how a candle burns. Since there are many variables that...
CANDLE WICK TESTING METHOD While each candle maker may have their own preferred way of testing, one method we recommend is by pouring 3 to 5 candles that are all the same except for wick size. You can do this by choosing the wick size you think...
There is no set rule for when a double wick should be used. However, a general guideline is that candles with a diameter of 4" or larger may need a double wick (or triple if preferred). The reason for using a double wick in larger diameter candles...