Candle Storage, Use and Safety Tips.
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Use of Candles
Never leave a burning candle unattended.
Keep lighted candles out of the reach of children and pets.
Avoid burning candles near combustible materials.
Always store candles in a cool, dark, dry place. They should be stored flat to prevent warping.
Before a party, light and extinguish the candles - They will light more easily later.
Avoid putting candles in drafts to prevent rapid and uneven burning and excessive dripping.
Keep wicks trimmed to one half inch. Long or crooked wicks can
cause uneven burning and dripping.
Cleaning Candles
Clean solid candles with a piece of nylon or use a touch of salad oil on a soft cloth.
To remove wax from washable fabrics, scrape off excess wax and run boiling water through the material.
Remove wax from holders by running very hot water over them.
Candles refrigerated before using will burn more slowly and evenly. Wrap in foil or plastic before refrigeration to prevent wicks from absorbing moisture.
Votive candles will clean easily if you add 1/8" of water
to the glass before inserting the candle.
Storage
Candles will fade if left in the light for an extended period of time. Never put candles in a window or expose to bright outdoor light or indoor spotlights.
Candles should be burned in proper candle-holders or bases.
Extinguishing
Extinguish candles when they get to within 2 inches of their holders or decorations.
When blowing out a candle, hold your finger in front of the
flame and blow at it. The air will flow around the finger and extinguish the
candle from both sides. This will prevent the wax from splattering.
Wicks
If a wick becomes too short , carve away enough wax to expose the fresh wick, then trim 1/4" off the top of the candle and burn the candle to reform its appearance (tapers are the exception to this rule)
Keep votive wicks centered and trimmed to 1/4" while burning to prevent breaking the glass.