DebbiR Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 The place I use to get my pillar wax is no more - unfortunately the hurricanes were the problems. I need some pillar wax and found a dealer closer to me... can one tell me about Astorlites 6228 pillar wax? Another one listed was Astorlite V. I need to get this ordered today I appreciate any help or advice. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Do you want something similar to what you were using? Maybe you can tell us what it was and what kind of pillars you were making with it.In the meantime, 6228 is a preformulated blend (wax plus additives) for colorful opaque pillar candles. It's pretty popular. Astorlite V is a high melt point blend for one-pour votives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DebbiR Posted October 3, 2005 Author Share Posted October 3, 2005 I was using IGI-4625. What is that mottle pillar blend? I like the pre-blended, have never added additives myself before. You said the Astorlite has a high melt point is that a negative? I've been pouring at about 175 with the IGI and they have come out fine. This candle waxing for fun and gifts sure requires a lot of information, thought, time, and money - but have to admit I love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharyl55 Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 6228 has great cold and hot throw. Great colors. Since it is a preblend you wont be able to make rustics or mottled candles. You will have the best luck if you pour around 180. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fern Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 If you like smooth shiney pillars with great cold and hot throw, OK6228 is a very good choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanaE Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 OK6228 isn't too far removed from 4625 so you shouldn't have a problem with it. As mentioned above, it doesn't mottle or make rustics, but it's a preblend like you're used to, and colors about the same as your wax. (I tried that wax at some point but went back to OK6228).If you want to try mottled, use either 1343A, 1274 or 4045H - I don't know if your supplier carries any of them, but it doesn't hurt to ask DanaE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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