Extend the Life of Your Candles

Candles come in all shapes and sizes, colors and scents. They can be molded into any shape or object you can think of. Sizes range from tiny tea lights to over sized pillars. For every unique color there is a distinguished smell. From flowers to fruits and even baked goods the fragrances are what inspire us to light candles.

Some of the more popular brands of candles are Yankee Candles, PartyLite Candles, The Candle Company, and Home Interior. There are countless generic types of candles sold everywhere. Keep in mind candles make excellent gifts for any occasion!

Candles are used by many different people for various reasons. They are used by romantics to set a mood, by decorators to create a look, and by millions to brighten any occasion. Sometimes they are used to eliminate odors and can even rid your house of the smell of cigarette smoke. Melt away stress and relax in the glow of the candlelight. Breathe in the refreshing aroma and breathe out your troubles.

First and foremost burn candles safely!

Keep candles away from anything flammable

Do not leave burning candles unattended

Keep out of away from children and pets

Do not move lit candles

Extinguish and let the wax harden before handling or relocating

Do not blow out candles

Do not use water to extinguish flame

Do use a metal snuffer every time to put out the flame

Do not place near fans or drafts

Take Care of Your Candles!

Trim the wick to a quarter on an inch every time before lighting

Remove wick trimmings and fragments from candles

Make sure there are no drafts before lighting a candle, this while cause the candle to burn unevenly

If black clumps build up on the wick extinguish and trim for clean and even burning

Place candles on a flat level surface away from drafts or fans to avoid dripping

It's best not to store candles on a stovetop or near the oven, this can cause them to melt from underneath

Avoid placing candles in direct sunlight to prevent warping and fading

Burning you candle for a short period of time can actually shorten the life of your candle

As a general rule burn candles 1 hour for every inch in diameter

After burning a candle press the soft sides inward towards the wick

Gently rub with a mesh stocking to remove scratches and renew gloss