Container candles that have been properly wicked will display a number of characteristics. For example, the flames will be about an inch tall and should not waver, and the wax will melt across the entire surface of the candle. When wicking your own containers, you should choose the correct wick for your container. CandleScience has a wicking guide to use, but you should always test the recommended wick first to make sure that it works for you.

Key Takeaways:

  • Properly wicked container candles have a lot of characteristics, including a 1″ flame.
  • Here are some steps for choosing the right wick for your container candles.
  • Learn more about the various wicks that CandleScience offers to learn which is right for you.

“An excellent choice for soy candles, ECO series wick is a flat cotton wick braided with thin paper threads that gives the wick a rigid structure without the need for a core.”

Read more: https://www.candlescience.com/learning/wicking-container-candles


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