How do you use a beeswax rope candle?

Simply feed up to three inches of flexible, pliable candle (about an hour’s worth of burn time) through the brass clamp. When the flame reaches the clamp, it will extinguish. No worries of burning down the house.

What container is best for beeswax candles?

Glass is the best material for containers. Ceramic or metal will also work, but those materials are opaque so you can’t enjoy the glow as the candle burns down. Never use wood, milk cartons, or any other flammable materials for containers.

What is special about beeswax candles?

Beeswax has the highest melting point of any wax meaning the candles burn for longer than paraffin. They are the tidier candle in that they don’t release any soot and they tend to drip less. They also emit a much more ambient light, making for a cosy atmosphere.

Is beeswax good for container candles?

We do put our beeswax in small tins but there is a reason that we don’t make them in deep glass containers. Beeswax is a naturally hard wax with a very high melting point. It burns much hotter than other candle waxes. A well-made beeswax candle will burn with a bright amber flame unless it does not have enough oxygen.

How do you trim beeswax candles?

Trim candlewicks to one quarter inch each time before burning. Make sure all candles are completely out before leaving the room. Straighten the wick after it has been extinguished.

What is the fragrance load of beeswax?

The amount of essential oils added to beeswax candles is essential to the finished product. You should add 1 oz (30 ml or 600 drops) of quality essential oil per 1 pound of melted beeswax. The industry standard is 6% – 12% fragrance load, which is approximately . 96 oz to 1.92 oz fragrance per 1 pound of wax.

Why are beeswax candles so expensive?

First, there’s the quality of the wax. Beeswax is the priciest, according to Christine Flores of the Beeswax Co., and runs 10 times more than the usual paraffin. Beeswax costs more due to the mind-boggling fact that it takes about 8 pounds of honey to net 1 pound of beeswax. Then there’s a candle’s scent.

Do beeswax candles smell?

Beeswax candles have a very subtle, natural scent, which evokes the earthy, yet sweet aroma of honey. This makes them perfect to burn on the dinner table, as they don’t overpower food. If you want a heavily scented candle, with a strong scent throw, please choose a different candle.

Can you add scent to beeswax candles?

You can use any fragrance or essential oil you like for candles. Test them to make sure you like the smell! In general, I use about 1-2 ounces of scent for every pound of beeswax.

How do you keep beeswax candles from tunneling?

To avoid tunneling, simply hug your candles on occasion while burning (see note on hugging your beeswax candle). A tunneled beeswax candle has a beautiful glow to it, where the flame glows through the thin outer wall of beeswax while burning.

How to make easy beeswax taper candles?

Boiling water

How to make a beeswax coil candle?

REFILL YOUR BEESWAX COIL CANDLE: Keep your favorite candle burning with this full coil refill.

What is the difference between beeswax and soy candles?

Vanilla

How do people get beeswax for candles from a beehive?

To heat up your knife,place it in boiling water for 30-60 seconds.