Candles add a cozy glow and delightful scents to any space, but proper care is essential to get the most out of your candles—and to use them safely. At Eventful ATL, we believe that every candle you light should be an experience of joy and relaxation. That’s why we’ve put together this guide on candle care best practices, including tips for those popular candles adorned with dried florals.
1. Trim Your Wick
Before lighting your candle, always trim the wick to about 1/4 inch. A shorter wick helps ensure an even burn and reduces smoke and soot buildup. Use a wick trimmer or scissors to keep your candle in tip-top shape.
2. Let It Melt Evenly
On the first burn, let your candle melt across the entire surface to avoid "tunneling," where wax builds up around the edges. This creates a longer-lasting candle and maximizes the fragrance throw.
3. Keep It Clean
Regularly check your candle for debris, like wick trimmings or matches, which can disrupt the burn or pose a fire hazard. A clean surface ensures your candle burns evenly and safely.
4. Be Mindful of Dried Florals
Candles adorned with dried florals are stunning, but they require extra care. Here’s how to enjoy them safely:
Placement matters: Ensure any dried flowers are positioned away from the flame when the candle burns.
Monitor closely: Never leave candles with dried florals unattended, as the materials can ignite if they come into contact with the flame.
Use for decoration: If you're concerned about safety, consider these candles as decorative pieces and opt for floral-free candles for regular use.
5. Burn Safely
Always place your candle on a heat-resistant, stable surface.
Keep candles away from drafts, flammable materials, and out of reach of pets and children.
Never burn a candle for more than four hours at a time to prevent overheating the wax and container.
6. Extinguish Properly
When it's time to put out your candle, avoid blowing it out, which can cause splattering wax and smoke. Instead, use a candle snuffer to extinguish the flame cleanly.
7. Repurpose Your Jars
Once your candle has burned down to about 1/2 inch of wax, it’s time to retire it. Clean out the jar and reuse it for storage, plant pots, or even as a decorative holder for new candles!
Take Candle Safety to Heart
Candles elevate your space with light and fragrance, but proper care ensures they’re a joy to use. At Eventful ATL, our candle-making classes in Atlanta teach candle-making enthusiasts how to craft beautiful, safe candles—including the dos and don’ts of adding dried florals to your creations.
Browse our Upcoming Candle-Making Classes and join us to create candles that are not only stunning but also safe and functional for your home!
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