willow candle Posted February 20, 2007 Share Posted February 20, 2007 I like the way the RRD's burn, course I am trying lots of wicks.. I also like Peaks cotton core wicks.. But I am wondering if those of you who use RRD's if they seem to mushroom quite a bit ???? The Cotton Core don't but have not tested them as much. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patience Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I've seen mushrooms with my RRD's. And they tend to curl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakalex Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 Depends on the FO with me on how much they mushroom but yes they do mushroom.HTP wicks are my second choice. I get an ocassional small mushroom with those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willow candle Posted February 21, 2007 Author Share Posted February 21, 2007 I think the HTP's curl to much. Have you all had a problem with them, or is it just me...I am looking more for a wick that burns straight. That is why I like the RRD's and Cotton core (from peaks.) So far I have tried the LX, CD, Hemp, Performa, HTP, RRD, Cotton Core, hmmmm I am sure there are more but am not thinking of any... Geez the darn wicks hehehhe. I am using the Ez Soy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakalex Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I tested alot of wicks too and the mushroom bothered me at first but I like the scent throw I get with the RRD's so I just live with the SHROOM! Just call it a fragrance mushroom! LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 You either pretty much deal with the curl you get from a self-trimming wick or mushrooms when it comes to soy. RRDs, cotton and LXs will mushroom for you while the CDs, ECOs and HTPs are self trimming and will curl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patience Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 This is a quote from Peak's web site: RRD wicks are recommended for viscous waxes such as palm, soy and veggie waxes as well as single pour waxes. Use for pillars or containers.• A unique round cotton braided wick that gives a slight curl when burning.• Exhibits self-trimming burn characteristics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I know they say you can get curling with RRDs but I never really did. I got more mushrooming like with my cottons. No matter what, you have to deal with something regardless of what wick you choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mnhorsemom Posted February 21, 2007 Share Posted February 21, 2007 I use the RRD's in my 8oz square masons. They work well, I get a good mp and a clean jar but I also get a mushroom. I put up with the shroom cause everything else works like it should, and my scent throw is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willow candle Posted February 21, 2007 Author Share Posted February 21, 2007 Wow, Yes I guess you are right.. I have been working with many different wicks and just can't find the perfect wick. I do like the RRD and Cotton core (from Peaks) I would rather put up with the shrooms than the curling. It's one or the other. Glad to know I am not the only one:grin2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stacien Posted February 22, 2007 Share Posted February 22, 2007 I was using RRD's for my pillars and decided to try premier because they were burning off to one side to much. I had to many blow outs because of it. When I use them in containers they reallly mushroom, so I gave up on them. I have used every wick myself and found that the CD's don't mushroom or burn off to one side at all. The premiers have very little problems but they just don't throw off as well and their are over 30 different sizes to choose from. But I would still consider them for pillars or CB's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arlene Posted February 23, 2007 Share Posted February 23, 2007 Willow...since you're familiar with the Peaks cotton wicks and RRD's could you tell me which size cotton would be equal to a RRD 40? That's the size I use the most so buying their sample pack seems like a waste of money for me. TIA...Arlene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willow candle Posted February 27, 2007 Author Share Posted February 27, 2007 Willow...since you're familiar with the Peaks cotton wicks and RRD's could you tell me which size cotton would be equal to a RRD 40? That's the size I use the most so buying their sample pack seems like a waste of money for me. TIA...ArleneArlene,I am very new to this so I would not want to mislead you in any way. Call Peaks -- they are awesome there and they will for sure help you. They sell both wicks so they can give you wonderful advise. Thanks and sorry not to much help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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