Before lighting
- Before lighting the candle, trim the wick to 0.5 cm to ensure optimal performance and prevent uneven burning. This will help keep the flame controlled.
- Make sure there are no wick remnants or objects on the surface of the wax, as this can affect the quality of the burn.
- Place the candle on a horizontal, heat-resistant surface. This not only prevents damage to the surface but also avoids breaking glass containers due to high temperatures.
- Whenever possible, avoid drafts and windy areas. This will help reduce rapid burning and unnecessary dripping, allowing the candle to consume more efficiently.
- Keep the candle lit for a minimum of 2-3 hours each time you use it to ensure an even burn. Always remember to trim the wick before each lighting to maintain the flame in its best condition.
- Use an appropriate lighter that allows you to reach the wick easily, regardless of the candle's height, to make lighting it easier.
While burning
- Always keep candles out of reach of children and pets. Avoid placing lit candles in areas where they might be knocked over.
- Never leave a candle burning unattended or while you sleep. If you leave the room or go to bed, make sure to extinguish all candles first.
- Avoid touching or moving a lit candle. Don’t shift a candle container when the wax is melted.
- If using multiple candles, keep them at least three inches apart to prevent melting or creating drafts.
- Don’t burn a candle down completely. For safety, stop burning it when there’s about 1 cm of wax left.
- Extinguish the candle if the flame grows too high or flickers frequently. Allow it to cool, trim the wick, and check for drafts before relighting.
- Never burn a candle near anything that can catch fire. Keep them away from furniture, curtains, bedding, carpets, books, and flammable decorations.
- Exercise caution when using candles during a power outage; battery-operated lights like flashlights are safer alternatives.
Once it has burned out
- Avoid using water or any other liquids to put out a candle, as this can lead to dangerous splattering or even break a glass container.
- For safety, use a candle snuffer to extinguish the flame whenever possible. This method effectively prevents hot wax from splattering.
- Before leaving the room, ensure that the candle is completely extinguished and that no glowing ember remains on the wick.
- After extinguishing the candle, wait until it has fully cooled before touching or moving it.
- Clean the candle holder regularly to remove any wax residue or debris, ensuring safe and even burning.
- Keep the wick trimmed to about 6 mm before relighting to ensure a steady flame and reduce soot.
- Store candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight or heat sources to prevent warping or melting.
- Avoid burning a candle for more than four hours at a time to prevent the wick from becoming unstable and producing excess soot.