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Candle care
Pure beeswax burns slowly, cleanly and with a warm light. A little care at the start keeps it that way to the end.
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The first burn
Let a vessel or pillar burn until the melted wax reaches the edge, about one hour for every 2.5 cm of width. This sets its memory, so it never tunnels.
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Trim the wick
Before every light, trim the cotton wick to about 6 mm. A short wick gives a calm, bright flame and no soot.
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Burn for up to four hours
Then let it rest and cool completely. Longer burns overheat the wick and shorten the candle's life.
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Away from draughts
Open windows, fans and doorways make the flame dance and the wax drip. Keep it on a level, heat-proof surface.
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Put it out gently
Use a snuffer, or dip the wick into the melted wax and straighten it. Blowing it out scatters wax and smoke.
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Never leave a flame alone
Keep candles away from anything that can burn, and out of reach of children and pets.
About bloom
Over time, pure beeswax can grow a soft white haze on its surface, called bloom. It is a sign that the wax is pure: paraffin and blends never bloom. It does not change how the candle burns. To bring back the warm gold, rub it gently with a soft cloth or warm it for a moment with a hair dryer.
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Vessels
Stop when about 1 cm of wax remains, so the glaze never gets too hot. Wash the empty vessel with warm water and use it for flowers or matches.
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Pillars
Burn on a plate or holder. After a few burns, gently press the soft outer wall inwards while it is warm, so the pillar keeps burning evenly.
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Tapers
Stand them straight and tight in a holder. A little wax wrapped round the base holds a loose taper firmly.
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