Morkie Mom Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 I've been buying spools of wick, because so much is out of stock lately(Canada), & priming myself. I use Millenium soy, & HTP/Premier wicks, and I'm wondering if anyone knows the best wax to prime with to get sturdy wicks. I've read to prime with the same wax in your container candle, but Millennium is so soft. I don't know a whole lot about stearin, but was wondering if I could dip them in that??? HELP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Just taking a nod from candle wick tabbing services, high melt point paraffin might be your go-to in this case. Or perhaps a beeswax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morkie Mom Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 I did try a 185 degree paraffin but it flakes off if I have to trim the top, or when I squeeze the sustainer(I don't touch the wick itself with pliers). The pre wicked come so rigid! I'm not too familiar with beeswax, but have been told it has it's own smell, and don't want that to alter my scents. Would rybar work? I'm at my wits end! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallTayl Posted May 29, 2021 Share Posted May 29, 2021 There are high melt point paraffins with additives that make them more rubbery, less brittle. “Paraffin” is a loose term. Igi 4786 is one very rubbery paraffin, for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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