which wick???

[gingerinarkansas]

I use astorlite-v wax for votives and have been using cd-4 or cd-5 wicks. lately they havn't been keeping a flame going when i test them. can someone give me some advice on what to do. thanks

[Scented]

Change the wick

I think LX 10 or 12 would probably work for ya or just try a larger CD wick. There are 6s out there.

[gingerinarkansas]

does anyone out there use astorlite v?? could someone reccommend another good wax for votives. i am testing with cd6 right now but there is still some around the edges. this is the first time i have had to go up more than one size. i hate when things throw you a curve but that's life. thanks

[Fern]

You may have to go up on the wick size because of the fo or the amount of dye you used. When everyone says test, test, test...it's because of situations like this. Not every single candle will take the same wick...sometimes you have to go up...sometimes you have to go down. All you can do is play with the different sized wicks until you find one that will give you the burn you're looking for.

[Sarah]

what is the FO that you are using?

as for another votive wax, i use 4794 and love it.

[moonrose64]

I use Astor V and Love it.

Depending on the scents I use either a LX 12 or LX 14.

Mostly I use the 14 tho.

I get real good melt and scent throw...HTH

Never have hung up wax either

[gingerinarkansas]

i have been testing peak's french vanilla & amber and also cranberry relish from aztec(can i say that?) both were leaving residue on the sides. i have been using cd4-5-6 wicks but i have ordered some lx 10 and 12. guess i need to order some lx14 too. thanks for all your advice.