Candle Making Equipment
Candle making equipment is a very important part of the candle making process. The type of equipment you use will determine the quality of your candles. There are a few basic pieces of equipment that you will need to get …
Candle Making Tips
What Does Wick Up Mean In Candle Making?
In candle making, the wick up is the process of bringing the wick to the top of the candle. This is done by melting the wax around the wick so that it is floating on top of the melted wax. …
Why Do My Candles Have Sinkholes?
Candles are made of wax, which is a hydrocarbon. Hydrocarbons are composed of hydrogen and carbon. When a hydrocarbon is burned, the hydrogen and carbon combine to form water and carbon dioxide. The water vapor and carbon dioxide created by …
Can You Use Infrared Thermometer For Candle Making?
There are a lot of different types of thermometers on the market these days, but one of the most versatile is the infrared thermometer. This type of thermometer doesn’t use mercury like a traditional thermometer, but instead emits a beam …
Can You Use Hard Wax For Candles?
The simple answer is yes, you can use hard wax for candles. In fact, it’s a popular choice for many candlemakers because it has a number of benefits. First, hard wax is a natural product. This means it doesn’t contain …
