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What you Didn't Know you Needed to Know About Candles

Candle Basics Checklist by author Meghan Carter

  • The propper way to smell a candle.
  • Lighting the wick versus a candle warmer.
  • How to get more burn hours from your candles.
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Candle Care To-Dos:

  • Light the candle don't use a candle warmer
  • Light a candle 15 to 30 minutes before you want the fragrance to fill an area
  • Burn your candle in long intervals of at least one or more hours at a time

Prevent Soot by ...

  • Keep candles away from drafts and breezes
  • Trim wicks to 1/4 inches
  • Use a candle topper to protect the flame from disturbance
  • Purchase candles from reputable manufacturers




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