How to Care for Your Candle
They're pretty. They smell good. They can also become destructive fire demons!! Follow these tips for safety and candle excellence.
BEFORE
- REMOVE any candle decor before burning (crystals, charms, flowers, etc.)
- Keep candle free of debris, including wick trimmings.
- Trim wood wicks to 1/4" before lighting.
- Burn for at least 1-2 hours on your first lighting, or until wax is melted to the edge of the container. This will prevent "tunneling" of the wax or uneven melting.
DURING
- Burn within sight. Do not leave a candle lit unattended
- Keep away from: flammable items, children & animals, vents & other air currents.
- Only burn candle on level, sturdy, fire-resistant surface.
- Keep multiple lit candles at least 3 inches apart
- Burn no more than 4 hours at a time. The flame can get too large or the container may get excessively hot and cause damage.
AFTER
- Extinquish candle and use once 1/4" of wax remains or when metal wick clip becomes visible
- Candles may be HOT. Do not handle while candle is lit or wax is liquified.
- Once cooled, replace lid or dust cover to keep wax clean and to prevent issues with future burns
IN CASE OF FIRE, DO NOT USE WATER TO EXTINGUISH OIL-BASED FIRES. IT CAN QUITE LITERALLY BLOW UP IN YOUR FACE.