EL34 Posted November 9, 2017 Share Posted November 9, 2017 Candle heater videos on YouTube have become very popular but I can't get the info I need from these videos Doing searches on the web, I see lots of candle making info, but it is not related to making a candle heater Here's my situation: I have a small Van/RV. The smallest propane heater is still way too much heat for a small van. I have the smallest Mr Heater propane heater and it is way too hot Plus, burning propane adds lots of moisture to the air which you do not want in a RV with humans and dogs making their own humidity with every breath they exhale So, I tested a candle heater in my shop and it works really great and will probably be just right for my van My heater uses a large aluminum block with fins and a very small 12 volt fan that blows air through the fins All I had on hand for the shop test was a scented candle with 3 wicks I would like to pour my own candle into a metal base container that I have I could add as many wicks as I may need to customize the heater This is what I would need to make custom candles for this purpose The candle wax should burn as scentless as is possible I am wondering if the wax burning will deposit itself on the interior surface of the van? Is there a type of wax that just melts down and can be re-used? I see lots of people using simple tea candles in the videos My question is what type of wax would be best to use for this purpose? Thanks for any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL34 Posted November 9, 2017 Author Share Posted November 9, 2017 I forgot to mention that I have melted and used the Gulfwax clear wax they sell in the canning section of grocery stores It was used as a chain lubricant many years ago Not sure if that is a good choice for my purpose or not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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