OK I have tested so many wicks and I am so frustrated. At the current moment I am testing LX14, LX18, 51Z, 44-32-18Z, and RRD34. I use 8oz JJ and either J50 or J223. I can't find a wick that does that doesn't mushroom:angry2: I was wondering if there is such a thing. When I buy candles at the store they rarely mushroom. Can someone let me in on the secret?