Luanne Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 Does anybody who uses 464 add beeswax to their mix? I've tried 6% & 3%, and still get some cracking after the candle first sets up (less with 3%.) It does give me a smooth finish after burning, which is what I am going for. (I really don't want to use parafin if I can help it.) I'm getting ready to try 1.5% and see what happens. Just trying to see what is working for everybody. There is a candle company nearby that does this and I really like the way their candles burn. (don't know what their percentage is.)I'm using a 12 oz. 3" status jar and Peaches & Cream fragrance .70 oz. Great HT. CD14. My only issue with the wick is it curled slightly to one side, so meltpool is a little off. Any suggestions on this?Luanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjdaines Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 I tried it and got cracking, gave up and use paraffin.Self trimming wicks like the CD series do curl to one side. As the candle burns down the container will have a more even heat and off-centered melt pools are not an issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricofAZ Posted September 4, 2013 Share Posted September 4, 2013 The trick that everyone uses is to twist the wick. I give it 3 or 4 full rotations. That way as it burns down the curved part spins and evens it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash2234 Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I have not heard to curl the wick... That sounds great though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moonshine Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I believe 2% was what I used with 464 with no issues of cracking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luanne Posted September 11, 2013 Author Share Posted September 11, 2013 Thanks Moonshine. I'll give that a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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