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  1. I haven't gone higher than 8% because sometimes 6006 likes to smoke. I think sometimes I expect too much throw from a single wicked candle, but 6006 usually throws really well. The jar is oval 2.5 inches by 3.5. and the glass is thick and doesn't get too hot. I have been wicking for like 3 to 3.25 inches figuring there will be hang up which I am fine with. Ugg
  2. Hello, I have been on this site and few times when I need REAL answers. So here is my question. I can only seem to get hot throw for CS Fresh Cut Grass in 6006 and LX wicks. What success has anyone else had with this Fragrance
  3. Yikes, Haven't been here long, but the people here have a wealth of knowledge. If you are unhappy with the review, you might be better served checking out some lab notes.
  4. I do have favorite rooms to test in for sure. I was definitely overwicked though, don't know how I went that high or what I was thinking. I know I can always read posts here to get reliable information. Thanks so much.
  5. Yes I have since wicked down. Usually in the 6006 I use lx and have good results. I don't know why it seems that with this oil it is stubborn. I even made a sample with a higher fragance load but now did another a few days ago with an 8%, so I will keep wicking down. Thanks so much also for the When answer too, because sometimes I'm far into the burning process before I can smell anything.
  6. Hello, I am hoping one of you experienced people can shed some light on this. When should you start to detect hot throw? Here are the variables. Using 6006 with Root Beer (which has vanilla in it) 6% load ( will probably up it to 8) double wicked with 2 Eco 8's (10's got two hot) The melt pool isn't crazy deep and I would say it is good, the Eco 10's seemed big. The diameter of the vessel is 3.30 inches There is no smoke and the flame is steady (actually I thought the 8's were a bit small when the jar burned down, but I didn't want the container to get too hot. I don't get hot throw until about 2 hours in and it is decent to good filling a average size room (PS had NO hot throw with LX wicks) So when in the burning process is hot throw supposed to happen? HELP......................... OH WISE ONES!
  7. I am fairly new use 6006 I have found it extremely difficult to get any hot throw out of anything that is not large enough to be double wicked, which creates a problem for the 3 inch jars. If I have double wicked I can get great HT with 6 to 8%. I have the most luck with LX wicks or premieres. I also pour at 150 because I can't imagine if you have to make any quantity poking holes in a bunch of candles.
  8. I had the same problem, I am a begginer I think you see all the lovely fragrances and just want to make everything. I found for me (and with a lot of reading information found here) you might want to dial it all back. Naked candles no color, just one jar etc.... to cut down on the variables. I have one scent that I put on the back burner because it just seemed too difficult and revisited it later armed with a bit more knowledge. Candle making is hard, and then once you seem to get a scent it seems like it is over wicked. Keep working at it. This site is excellent for information.
  9. Thanks, all the information is appreciated. I just purchased a citrus blend, I will remember this.
  10. LOL I am in the process of making a bunch of multi-colored, multi scented fire starters.
  11. I am putting this question out to all seasoned chandlers..............I am a beginner and realize that there is a lot of work and testing that goes into making a candle. At times though, it would be nice to see some small success with a candle or two. Which type of scents, jars, waxes etc. would suggest that inexperienced candle makers stay away from? So on a bad day we don't feel like having a bonfire in the yard with all of our wax and wicks. Just wondering
  12. Wow, I was just going to ask a question about wood wicks. Other than you a candle la label printed with their trademark name, how in the world are they going to know what the heck is in your candle? I guess that is what they are trying to discourage maybe with the thought if a homemade candle has their name on it, and a house burns down they are not responsible. Aren't they the people who have the patent on all the wooden wicks? So if you purchase from Lone Star, isn't it their product or do other people make wood wicks?
  13. damn well thanks for that. I have read a lot of your posts lol. glad you jumped in on this. To be honest I was suspect of the bacon fragrance. You should see the smoke I got from the Eco.........................I was like "Hell No" I am not doing this or painting my ceilings.
  14. I found the Eco's smoked liked crazy but then again, maybe it is that Bacon fragrance, it seems to be stubborn. You are scaring me when you say 6006 is tricky, lolo I thought it was a beginner wax. I read that the HTP were changing or at this point difficult to find, so I didn't get any. Testing is painful enough without changes or shortages. That is why I am using the LX wicks. How long do you usually cure your 6006?
  15. I am by no means experienced, but I had the very same issue. On my 3 inch jars I had to go up, I am waiting for the larger ones to arrive. I am using 8% fragrance and the scent that is really giving me problems is bacon............who knows maybe it is made with fat or something. But I can tell you that it was a starting point. So I will use the specs for the 4 inch jar (that is what is said in the notes) And I thought the hard part of making candles would be the math! Good Luck.
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