SeriouslyWicked

Hi, my name is Shirley and I live in Edinburgh, Scotland. I have been making candles for about two years now. I do not run a business it is purely a hobby. Also I only use cans. I normally use C3 but have recently started using 464 (which is possibly why this post popped up on my internet search - always trawling for information!) I tried Vybar in C3 and it was a complete disaster. Every candle I made had sink holes around the wick and set-up very poorly with lumpy tops. I despatched it to a small drawer, which I hope never to open again!. I have had no problems with 464, it has a fabulous scent throw and always sets up beautifully as does C3. I believe ellajoan is right that 464 has some additives already. C3 certainly requires wicking up a little. I don't recognise the wicks you are talking about here. I use TB and CL wicks. Also C3 takes a max of 8% FO but 464 will take up to 10% to get pretty much the same HST. I never overheat either wax, despite there being some advice about heating them quite high but that could have everything to do with how cold it is here most of the time. Anyway, I just came on to say hello and put my two penn'orth in.