Anna Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 your wax by adding crisco?I read a post where someone added crisco to there wax.What does it do for your wax?I am using J50. Thanks,Anna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 Here's some info from the NG website:Petrolatum is added to wax to increase its oil content and make it creamier so that it will adhere to containers. This also aids in reducing the wax melting point. We use 1-2 oz. of crisco shortening per pound of single pour wax to achieve a better scent throw. We have found that the crisco works better in some container waxes than the petrolatum does. If you would like to achieve a mottling effect to your candles, add 3 Tablespoons of mineral oil per 1 lb. of wax. Pour at 160 degrees, and do not use a water bath to cool the candles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted September 8, 2005 Author Share Posted September 8, 2005 Thanks Sara for the infro.I get a good throw with J50,maybe a better one with the crisco. Anna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbtddr Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 i tried it in 1945 i think since it is all ready a mixed wax it did not seem to help.but in a high melting point wax it helped alot. i added quite a bit to it would have to read to no how much tho.i do jar candles most of the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glowlite Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I've tried it once and couldn't get good colors. They all turned pastel.:undecided Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryinCary Posted September 8, 2005 Share Posted September 8, 2005 I use J-50 and get a kick azz throw using it AS IS. It is a preblended wax and why anybody thinks they need to add more stuff is beyond me. If your FO's are quality FO's, and your container is wicked correctly you should be getting a great throw also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted September 8, 2005 Author Share Posted September 8, 2005 I get a kick azz throw also with my J50,but me I am always looking for something a little better. Anna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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