General Burning Tips

• Remove all packaging before lighting.
• Always burn candles on a heat-resistant surface.
• Keep burning candles away from flammable objects such as curtains and walls.
• Keep burning candles out of reach of pets and children.
• Trim the wick to 1/4" before burning.
• Avoid burning candles in a draft.
• Do not leave burning candles unattended.
• If the flame begins to smoke, extinguish candle, trim the wick and make sure wax pool is free of debris, and re-light.
• Always burn votive candles in a holder. They are not meant to burn freestanding.

Container Candle Care & Safety

• Discard container if it is cracked or chipped.
• Handle containers with care, as they may get very hot as the candle burns.
• Discontinue use when 1/2" of wax remains. If the candle burns all the way to the end, a glass container may get too hot, and break.
• If the edges of a container candle become blackened, wipe the inside with a dry paper towel after the candle has cooled. Keeping the wick trimmed to 1/8" to 1/4" will help keep it from become black again.

Pillar Candle Care & Safety

• Extinguish the candle when the wax pool nears the edges, and wait for the candle to harden before re-lighting. This will keep the candle from dripping, and leave a nice glowing shell.
• When burning multiple candles, don't place them too close together. The heat from one could soften the side of another.
• To avoid fading or melting, store candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight or fluorescent light.
• To get more burn time out of your pillar candles, refrigerate them before use. If you are going to store them in the fridge for extended periods, to prevent the wick from absorbing moisture, wrap them in foil or plastic.
• If your candles become dusty or dirty, simply wipe them with a piece of nylon. (Finally, a use for that odd knee-high!)