Different Sites different Wick Suggestions for IGI 6006 and 4630

[Bia]

Hello!

 

I'm a new candlemaker so thanks in advance for the expert advice.

I am working with two waxes IGI 6006 and IGI 4630 (I have a good explanation for this which is not important at the moment).

I buy most of my supplies from CandleScience, Candles & Supplies, Flaming Candle, etc.  Each site has various recommendations for these waxes.  I notice for example that CandleScience does not sell many wicks available elsewhere, and therefore only recommend their wicks.

I would like to know which wicks you recommend for these two different waxes.  I have been fairly happy with LX for IGI 4630 (all paraffin).  And I've tested CD 16, 18, 20 with the 6006 and was not pleased because it produced very high flames, lots of dancing and very noticeable soot.

 

Thanks so much for your help!

[Jcandleattic]

Everyone, including suppliers are going to have different suggestions for their wax and jars that they use for wicks. The best advice is to keep doing what you are doing, get a range of wicks and just start testing. It's the only way you are going to know what works best with your applications and they way you want your candles to burn. 

 

Also, in order for others to chime in with suggestions they are going to need to have a bit more information. Such as jar size, scent/scent %, dye or no dye. Each of those factors are going to play into the size of wick you will need and someone might suggest. Wicks are definitely not a 'one size fits all' situation. 

[Bia]

Diameter about 3-3.25in.  FO Load about 8-10%.  This goes for both waxes. No dyes.

Thanks again!