Candle Care 101: Tips for Properly Burning and Maintaining Your Candles

At CMD, we take pride in crafting candles that are designed to burn evenly and provide a delightful experience. To help you maximize the enjoyment and longevity of your candles, we have compiled some valuable tips. By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your candles burn evenly and consistently, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in your space.

Candles have the power to transform any space, creating a warm and inviting ambiance. To ensure you get the most out of your candles and enjoy a safe and optimal burning experience, proper candle care is essential. In this blog post, we’ll delve into Candle Care 101, providing you with valuable tips and tricks for properly burning and maintaining your candles.

First Burn is Important:

When lighting your candle for the first time, allow it to burn for at least two to three hours or until the wax has melted evenly to the edges of the container. This establishes a memory burn, ensuring that subsequent burns will follow the same pattern and prevent tunneling.

Trim the Wick:

Before each burn, trim the wick to approximately 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) in length. A trimmed wick helps maintain a controlled flame and prevents excessive soot or flickering. Remember to remove any debris or trimmings from the candle to ensure a clean burn. 

Maintain the a Burn Pattern:

To maintain an even burn, it’s important to establish a burn pattern. Allow the wax to melt evenly across the surface of the candle each time you light it. This practice helps prevent uneven melting or tunneling and extends the overall burn time.

Avoid Drafts:

Place your candle in an area free from drafts, as they can disrupt the flame and cause uneven burning. Drafts may lead to an uneven melt pool or cause the candle to burn more quickly on one side. Choose a stable location away from open windows, vents, or fans to ensure a consistent burn.

Burn Time and Extinguishing:

For optimal performance, we recommend burning our candles for a maximum of four hours at a time. This prevents the container from overheating and extends the overall lifespan of the candle. When extinguishing the flame, use a candle snuffer or gently blow it out to minimize smoke and ensure a clean, controlled burn.

Store Properly:

When not in use, store your candles in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Excessive heat can soften or deform the wax, while sunlight may fade the colour and fragrance. Storing your candles properly helps maintain their quality and ensures a consistent burn every time.

This tips are so important to get the most out of your candle. We value your purchase and do want you to have a valuable experience with our items. Ensuring proper candle care is essential for a safe, long-lasting, and enjoyable burning experience. By following these tips for trimming the wick, creating a full melt pool, avoiding drafts, burning in intervals, extinguishing with care, and storing properly, you can enhance the lifespan and performance of your candles. Embrace the beauty and ambiance candles bring to your space, knowing that you are practicing responsible candle care for a delightful and lasting glow.

For our local customers, we want to emphasize our commitment to sustainability by offering candle refills and actively reducing waste. If you encounter any concerns or difficulties with your candles, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We value your feedback and are dedicated to working together to resolve any issues and ensure your satisfaction. Let’s collaborate and find solutions that meet your needs and uphold our shared goal of minimizing waste.

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