jolambert Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 hi i've done a few pillars now and i'm ?ing what to seal the end with? screw or plug or? i have tried both but both to me leave black and the screw cuts the wick some using putty and duct tape also any suggestions? thanks in advance jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artcwolf Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I use mold sealer and wick pins. Before i got wick pins I used mold sealer. I learned the hard way you have to make sure the wick is completely covered by the seal or it leaks. Also make sure it's flattened around the edges the slightest opening will leak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredron Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I have a method, which I've used for years, that does not require plugs or tape or sealers, and I haven't had a leak since I developed it. If you'll PM me, I'll tell you how it's done. Fredron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Misty Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I use aluminum duct tape. It works great. Just be sure to pour at 160 or lower as it will leak at higher temps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarsBars Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 I've been using plugs for 7 years now with a tape "just in case" no problems so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted November 28, 2007 Share Posted November 28, 2007 how the heck do you use the plugs? I have them but cannot figure out what to do with them. If I stick it in the wick hole it marrs the top of the candle... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comfortscents Posted November 29, 2007 Share Posted November 29, 2007 I use plumber's putty instead of the sealing putty..it's comes in a good sized tub and lasts forever..I have the rubber plugs but I can use them and a wick pin at the same time..when worst comes to worst..I still use a screw and plumber's putty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fern Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Wick pins and plummers putty here...works great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarsBars Posted December 6, 2007 Share Posted December 6, 2007 I love the rubber plugs and haven't had problems with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smellywax Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 For those using rubber plugs...how are you getting the wick in with the plugs??? And if you are not wicking, do you later drill a hole? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Juggy Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I use aluminum duct tape. It works great. Just be sure to pour at 160 or lower as it will leak at higher temps.I use the same tape and no leaks so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang67 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Aluminum tape here and no problems! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob in tx Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I use duct tape on the flat bottom aluminum molds and on the concave molds I use a wick stickum over the hole and then put a piece of duct tape over the wick stickum. I usually get about 25 to 30 pours before I have to change the wick stickum. I get more with the duct tape on the flat bottom molds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markewallace Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I have a method, which I've used for years, that does not require plugs or tape or sealers, and I haven't had a leak since I developed it. If you'll PM me, I'll tell you how it's done. Fredron:tiptoe: Better keep it a secret. Wouldn't want the Feds to come after you.:rolleyes2 - Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donita Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I change my mind a lot and do it different ways. When I am doing chunk candles which has been one of my best sellers, the wax is so cool by the time it reaches the bottom that a wick screw just slightly turned so it doesn't cut the wick and masking tape works for me. I have noticed that on new molds, the edge is sharper and more likely to cut the wick. If that happens, I just poke a hole with a hot knitting needle on top of the cut off wick and insert a fake wick. As soon as you light the fake wick....the real one catches on fire. I haven't had to do that many but if it is a $40 candle, then you can be sure I am going to save it. There are molds from Don at North Valley Candles. They are aluminum tubes. Only round. They fit into some kind of flexible base with a groove in it for the cylinder. Then you thread the wick in a wicking needle and push it through. No leaks at all. You have to use flat braid wick so it will go through the eye of the needle. He told me that a big name candle company....one we all know....uses them. I also have been known to put my molds on top of damp sand. If anything leaks out it is stopped immediately by the water in the sand. Of course this wouldn't be practical if you were making hundreds of candles in a day (smile).....but as I said...most of my pillars are chunk candles. I have rubber plugs that you insert after you place the wick through the hold....then wrap the wick around the plug. I mainly use plugs to seal the bottom of a mold that I want to use as a hurricane. Then, a very easy way is to use wick pins. I seal the bottom of the mold with metal tape, put in the wicking rod....center it with whatever you want....you can buy the set up, or use a piece of cardboard with a hole poked in it. I have a bunch of small lampshade rings with a hole in the center. I put that over the wicking rod and adjust it so the wick rod is centered. After you un mold your candle, push a pre waxed hard wick through the hold and level the candle. It will secure it from the bottom. Donita Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted February 3, 2008 Share Posted February 3, 2008 I use a homemade jiffy wicker method. Since going to that method I've had no problems with leaking or a marred top of candle. Works great and really is easy and quick to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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