coop1 Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 HI! I just recieved my soy starter kit from Peak and now that I am reading the warnings etc. it seems a little scary to have to have a fire extinguisher handy. I feel like I might set of an major fire with one little mistake. My question is what type of extinguisher should i have? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shyrose Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 I am also just beginning.However, it is a good idea to always have at least one fire extinguisher in your home. Even if your not making candles. I would recommend an ABC Extinguisher. This covers the three major types of fires (liquid/paper/electrical). Should do just fine if you ever have to use it for wax or anything else, but lets hope not. I got a few about about 3 years ago or so and they are the small ones (which are fine) and I believe I paid 14.95 each for them. Not real expensive. Just make sure you check it every so often to make sure it is still reading full.Good luck with your candle creating adventure!~Shy~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Late Night Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 Yep, what Shy said. It's always good to have one around anyway. I think the warning was to cover their butt in case you do something wrong and try to blame them. You know, like the, "Do not use this hair dryer in the shower" warning label. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlebuddy Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 I remember when I first started making candles ... I got a votive kit from Cajun Candles, and I was scared too. Just follow the directions and you'll be fine ... welcome to the board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 I've made candles for 6 yrs & think you would have to work pretty hard to start a fire. I'm certainly not saying it can't happen ... just that it's not a high probability. For me personally, I'm far more likely to start a fire cooking!! <grin> I agree w/ the previous posters, everyone should have at least 1 extinguisher in their home & cautionary warnings are an unfortunate necessary evil in our litigious society. It's healthy that you're cautious when getting started, but you'll be an old pro in no time! Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 First let me say: WELCOME aboard to the wonderful/crazy world of candle making! You will become addicted really quickly. It's really no different than deep frying as far as risk, if you read your oil or deep fryer/presto pot, you will see almost the same warnings. Just be careful and sensible when you are working with hot wax. It's when we get careless that accidents happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coop1 Posted August 10, 2007 Author Share Posted August 10, 2007 Thanks so much for the reponses, I feel a little at ease now. Now I will be searching for a fire ext. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 You can get the small kitchen ones at Wal Mart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 If you don't mind me asking, what state are you in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coop1 Posted August 11, 2007 Author Share Posted August 11, 2007 Massachusetts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kandlekrazy Posted August 11, 2007 Share Posted August 11, 2007 Ok, I was looking for newbies on the West Coast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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