candlemom Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Hi I have a question about FO's flashpoints. I have not used certain FO's due to low flashpoint, because I was lead to believe that when the FO exceeded that temp on its own and in wax, that it would ignite. After reading some posts, I am totally confused. I want to try a fo with fp of 106, but at the same time I am not looking to burn my house down. So, should I stay away from those low fp's? Also, I am experimenting with M&P soap, would the same apply? Any info/ help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Theresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaybee23 Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 Someone correct me if I am wrong here, but the flashpoint is not an issue in any wax except gel. I cannot tell you about soap as I don't do soap, yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynn-Marie Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 I once asked this q on the old board, and Alan responded back to me that the fo by itself has the flashpoint of 106, but when you added to the wax, it was so dilute that the flashpoint is a none issue. I can't recall the exact science of Alan's answer. If you are concerned or want a more concrete answer, I would send an email to Peak's or to your supplier. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 I was wondering about this too, and a few weeks ago had asked in another thread about the Eggnog because its FP is only 85. I was told it's no problem, I just have to store it in a cool place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixiegal Posted October 24, 2005 Share Posted October 24, 2005 FP confuse me also, my sil who makes candles tells me that in order to make my candles throw better I should add the FO at what ever the FP is on that certain FO but I cant find any info saying to do it this way Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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