We all love candles, but did you know there are proper ways to burn and care for them? Read the instructions below and find out how to properly care for your jar candles, pillar candles, tarts, and votive candles. These instructions can help you to enjoy your highly scented, hand poured candles even more.
Remember that candles can be dangerous. Never leave a candle unattended and use caution around children and pets.

Please be sure to read our disclaimer at the bottom of this page.


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Candles Have Memories ~ The first time you burn your scented jar candle, or other type of container candle, be sure to allow the melt pool to reach the sides of the container. This typically takes an hour for every inch in diameter the candle is. Doing this will help ensure that the jar candle doesn't leave wax along the sides of the container and that it will burn evenly.

Smooth Burning for Pillar Candles ~ As your pillar candle burns down, curl the edges inward and upward toward the wick (this is known as hugging). This will help your candle burn more smoothly and evenly.

Trim your Wicks before Burning ~ To reduce smoking and uneven burning, be sure to trim the wicks before you light the candle each and every time. Wicks should be kept between 1/8" and 1/4" from the candle's surface.

Candles and Drafts ~ Keep the candles in your home away from drafts to prevent uneven burning, which can lead to soot deposits and reduce the overall burn time of the candle.


Burning Time ~ Never leave a candle burning longer than 3 to 4 hours. After that amount of time you should always extinguish the candle, allow the wax to completely cool, and trim the wick before lighting again. Failure to do so can be dangerous. Please, burn your candles wisely and carefully!

Keeping the Wick from Smoking ~ To keep your candle wick from smoking when you blow it out, simply bend the lit wick into the melted wax to extinguish it. Wick Dippers are awesome little tools for doing this!

Container and Pillar Candle Decorations ~ It's best to remove any bows, ribbons, beads, raffia, or other items that may be used to decorate your container or pillar candle. These items could cause a fire if left on the candle. Always be careful where you burn your candles in your home!

Moving a Container Candle ~ Please use caution when moving a container candle that is hot. It's best to not move them until they've cooled down. Even when using a candle warmer, caution should be used when moving your hot scented jar candles.

Votives ~ Votives can completely liquefy, so be sure to only burn them in tight fitting votive holders.

Keep the Candle Melt Pool Clean ~ Be sure to keep the melt pool area clean by never dropping matches there, and by cleaning any debris left from trimming the wick.

Time for a New Candle ~ It's time for a new hand poured candle when the wax in your container candle gets down to a 1/2" to a 1/4" of wax. Always leave at least 1/4" of unburned candle at the bottom of the container! This can prevent the jar candle or other type of glass container from cracking and causing the hot wax to leak out.


Tart Melts/Wax Melts ~ Always melt your tarts in approved low heat tart warmer/melters, or in an approved container on a candle warmer! Never add water to your tarts! Do not heat on a stove or an electric appliance that can exceed temperatures of 190 degrees F.

Candle Warmers ~ Candle warmers are a wonderful way to enjoy scented jar candles without a flame. They can also be used for your tarts as long as you use a heat resistant jar, or other type of container. Coffee cups/mugs work great too.




**DISCLAIMER**

Please use extreme care when burning your candles!

Kapeli is NOT responsible for any injuries and / or damage caused by irresponsible candle burning, failure to follow safe burning instructions, or inattention to your candles. By purchasing our candle(s) you are signifying that you understand the above instructions, are aware of safe burning practices, are fully responsible for any injuries or damages occurring due to carelessness and /or inattention, and that you accept the aforementioned policy.