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I am currently using CandleWic 4045H Pillar wax. My challenge is the edges of the candle become very soft and tend to 'blow out' when the melt pool reaches the edges. I can 'mold' the tops when I finish a burn but my friends and family that I make these for will not have a clue what to do except light it and enjoy it. Is stearic the best additive to harden a pillar candle. If so would you start a 5%? Thanks for you help....
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Looking for insights from parasoy users
coachtom replied to LisaH's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Not using 6006 but C&S CBL125 using the adhered wicks from WoodenWicks.com. Fantastic HT and CT. Relatively easy to wick 12 oz status and painted tumbler from Candle Science. -
Testing CBL 125 - Need Help
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Beautiful !!! Where did you get your jars?? -
Testing CBL 125 - Need Help
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
I agree started with HTP 52's probably have to go down to 31's -
Testing CBL 125 - Need Help
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Sarah - you using HTP for your candle bowls as well? Thanks again for all the input !! -
Testing CBL 125 - Need Help
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Thanks for reaching out Sarah. Is there something I can do to the HTP wick to prevent the leaning? Also what jars do you typically use for CBL125. I plan to keep grinding on the testing. I love this wax. Adhesion is good also. Thanks again !! -
Testing CBL 125 - Need Help
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Cindy, thanks for reaching back. The first burn was about three hours with the 51. -
Started testing CBL125 last week when I read recent threads on this forum. I will say that it truly throws better than any wax I have tested over the last three years. I little background - I use libby status jars - 3.25" diameter 12 oz. I started testing with zinc wicks and htp. I used a zinc 44-24-18 and a htp-104 for starters, liquid yellow dye (just enough to tint the wax and 6% Grapefruit and Mangosteen from CS. If you have not tried this scent do so. Light, citrusy and great in this wax. Did four 3-4 hours burns. Both had very slight mushrooms after the first burn. The HTP t
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Pouring and Curing Process
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Thanks Sarah !! I have started testing CBL125 this past weekend...really like the early results. Thanks for sharing and responding! -
Pouring and Curing Process
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
I will reach out to Brad...thanks!! Still curious on what others do when pouring and curing their candles -
Love this forum and as Forrest said earlier when instructing us on his new wick setter gadget was designed; he had learned a lot here. I have as well and I thank everyone for sharing their passion. A few questions: Do you heat your jars first. It may depend on the wax. I have to heat mine...so it seams to get the best adhesion. Which is not working lately. Do you place the jar on a rack or something that has a solid surface? Do you cover your candles while curing? I place a box over mine. We pour ours in my detached garage with a descent level of temp control a
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Flame Flickering Recommendations
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
Thanks as always for the feedback !!! Are there certain jar types that are worse than others? -
I am testing 4630 with a small percentage of soy in a libby status jar 12oz using HTP and ECO wicks with a 4% FO load and no dye. Both wick types burn well. Some hang up till I get about a half way down then I seems to catch up. Jar temp good. No soot (YEH!). My wicks are doing a happy dance...flickering towards the end of a long burn and even when the wick is trimmed. It seems they both favor the same direction. There is no unusual air flow in the room. I am sure there is some scientific explanation due to lack of oxygen as the wax gets lower in the jar. Are there any recommendations to try
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4630 HTP Wicking Challenge
coachtom replied to coachtom's topic in General Candle Making Discussions
I had some sample wicks from wicks unlimited. I also have some from Candle Science. Mine are leaning and curving causing a real uneven burn. Hangup for me is no problem as a general rule. These are really not good. May try to get a few from Flaming Candle...thanks!! -
I am doing some testing with 4630. HTP wicks are working well so far but they are leaning and curling causing an uneven burn. I have read several threads where other chandlers are using HTPs. Was wondering if you are having the same challenges of leaning and curling? Wish these wicks were more rigid. Thanks!