Enjoying Your Wood Wick Candle

Embrace the cozy charm of wood wick candles with these helpful tips to ensure a delightful candle experience!  

 The First Burn

  • Keep the Wick Trimmed: Your new candle comes pre-trimmed and ready for its first burn. The wick should be short enough to draw up wax efficiently, as it's the wax, not the wood, that fuels the flame.
  • Manage Excess Wax: If the candle burns too hot, it may create excess wax that can extinguish the flame. If this happens, extinguish the flame, gently soak up some melted wax with a paper towel, and let the wax solidify before relighting.
  • Avoid Tunneling: Allow your candle to burn for 2-4 hours on its first use to create a full melt pool. This prevents tunneling, which can make it harder for the wax to melt evenly in future burns.

Subsequent Burns

  • Wick Trimming: Trim your wick to 1/16"-1/8" before each burn. This keeps the flame steady and ensures an optimal burn.
  • Handling Tunneling: If tunneling occurs, let the candle burn for several hours until a full melt pool forms. If the wick won't stay lit due to tunneling, soak up excess wax to help the wick breathe. For persistent tunneling, gently scrape the elevated wax with a butter knife to give your wick a fresh start.
  • Keep the Wax Clean: After the candle has cooled and you've trimmed the wick,  turn the candle upside down to remove any debris before lighting. Clean wax ensures the wick can efficiently draw wax up to the flame.

By following these simple tips, you can fully enjoy the soothing crackle and beautiful glow of your wood wick candle. If you ever encounter any issues or have questions, don't hesitate to reach out – we're here to help you make the most of your candle journey!

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