slyfoxy46628 Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Hi all! I don't know if this has ever been done but Im willing to get a few "look in the archives" answers on this. What are the best kinds of molds to work with for pillars? As far as ease of using, ease of sliding the finished product out of the mold, pouring etc. Do you like those polycarbonate molds or are metal molds better? Do you prefer seamless or ones with seams? Come on folks and answer this little poll. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichelleOH Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 I like seamless aluminum:grin2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candlesprite7 Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 I ditto what michelleOH said...seamless aluminum is the way to go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candle Man Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 I like seamless aluminum but with those you are limited to size and shape.The tin molds have a seam but come in many different styles and sizes. They do have sharp edges and will cut you also they will rust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janette Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Polycarb produces a beautiful finish but they also damage easily, and can be ruined by scent. Seemless aluminum, gets my vote for favorite. Janette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scented Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Seamless aluminum and then the metal molds and then the plastic molds and then the polycarbs lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slyfoxy46628 Posted August 29, 2006 Author Share Posted August 29, 2006 If I were using the metal molds that have the seams, how would I remove the seams from the candle after it cures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsvlbrat Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 1st choice - seamless Alum2nd choice - metalDon't care for others as they get damaged by scent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rsvlbrat Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 If I were using the metal molds that have the seams, how would I remove the seams from the candle after it cures?You can use a utility knife and gently shave off the seam.Pantyhose work well to blend the seam.HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 Used plastic moulds for a few years but they scratch up inside too easily & can stain with some dyes. Finally got hold of some seamless aluminium moulds & love them. I like the versatility of the tin moulds as far as shapes go but don't like the rust.Sally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sugarysweet95 Posted August 29, 2006 Share Posted August 29, 2006 As quite a new candle maker i started off with polycarbs as they're easier and cheaper in the UK. I like them, but i do have to be careful with scent and colour etc. I've tried a few seamless aluminuim and i like those too. They seem to take the scent much better and are less easily damaged. However i do love polycarbs simply as they're clear! I can have a good idea of what a candle looks like before it sets and so make alterations, such as alterin the colours in a layer, or making sure the chunks are positioned well. So i like em both!! Also more cool shapes with polycarbs and find they're easier to pre-wick!!!! Not really used rubber moulds much, so not sure about those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slyfoxy46628 Posted August 30, 2006 Author Share Posted August 30, 2006 Thank you all for your responses. I have one more question. I was looking at Peaks and they have flat topped and concave topped molds. I asked them what the difference was and they said the flat topped one wouldn't stand straight when pouring and the concave would. Doesn't that seem to be backwards? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MasterBaker2 Posted August 30, 2006 Share Posted August 30, 2006 No that is correct. The concave tops have a much better look to the finished product in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everito Bandito Posted August 30, 2006 Share Posted August 30, 2006 Thank you all for your responses. I have one more question. I was looking at Peaks and they have flat topped and concave topped molds. I asked them what the difference was and they said the flat topped one wouldn't stand straight when pouring and the concave would. Doesn't that seem to be backwards?Maybe what they were talking about was using them with pillar wick pins. The wick pin base is slightly cone shaped and when placed under the concave one it would be a better fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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