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Originally Posted by BubblPopElectrc  The longer you let them burn, the better.
When I'm done with a candle there is only about an inch or so left and none on the sides. |
You're right! I'm not sure if I posted it here before, but this is from Aromatherapy of Rome candles (which is where I learned about it)
"Before you light your new candle, be sure to trim the wick to one quarter inch. This will keep the flame height at a safe and optimal performance level. If the wick is too long the flame will be too big. This may cause smoke and will make the candle burn rapidly and unevenly. Conversely, if the wick is too short you may have trouble keeping your candle lit.
For the first burn of any new candle that is one and a half inches or larger in diameter, be sure to allow at least a two hour burn time or until the wax around the wick has enough time to form a nice size wax pool that nearly reaches the outside edge of the candle. This will keep the wick burning in a slow even path for the life of your candle. Extinguish your candle and let it harden. After the initial two hour burn time you can relight your candle as often as you wish."