VaBraz Posted January 31, 2008 Share Posted January 31, 2008 Hello, I've been experimenting with straight paraffin and additives for several months now and am not happy with very many of my finished products.I'm thinking of ordering 4627 but I'm wondering...at what temp would you suggest adding the FO? And what is the best pouring temp for this wax? All replies and any other suggestions will be greatly appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 To add fo - between 170-180...keep notes on the temp you go with.To pour I do between 150-160. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaBraz Posted February 1, 2008 Author Share Posted February 1, 2008 Thanks! My wax should arrive tomorrow and I'll give those temps a try:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise06 Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I've been experimenting with this wax too. Why is it smoking? Black soot? 8oz. jj cd5 wick, 7oz. wax, and .70 fo 9% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharig Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 In my experience with this wax, I've never had any luck with the cd series; it always seemed to smoke for me and give me black soot. That's just my experience though, there may be others out there that have had good luck with them and the comfort blend. If you aren't satisfied with the cd series, get a couple different wick samplers and try them.Sorry I couldn't be of more help,Shari Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VaBraz Posted February 1, 2008 Author Share Posted February 1, 2008 I'm anxiously waiting for my wax to arrive today, although it's currently icing outside so my delivery may be delayed.I plan on using the ECO series to begin testing--I'll let you know how it goes!Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 I've been experimenting with this wax too. Why is it smoking? Black soot? 8oz. jj cd5 wick, 7oz. wax, and .70 fo 9%You describe one wick and one rate of fragrancing. How does that count as experimenting? Have you tried varying anything yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
islandgirl Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 You describe one wick and one rate of fragrancing. How does that count as experimenting? Have you tried varying anything yet?C'mon top... Play nice.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artcwolf Posted February 1, 2008 Share Posted February 1, 2008 You describe one wick and one rate of fragrancing. How does that count as experimenting? Have you tried varying anything yet?didn't we have the wick discussion in this thread? http://www.craftserver.com/forums/showthread.php?p=614010#post614010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topofmurrayhill Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 C'mon top... Play nice....I understand where you're coming from, but sometimes it doesn't hurt to make a point. The last question this person posted was a list of containers and what wicks to use for all of them. This isn't just the magic answer board. If anybody has an answer it's because they did some work. Everybody should show willingnesss to do some of their own. It's doesn't take even 20 minutes of reading on the first page of threads to figure out if you're getting soot you might want to try a different wick size or a different amount of FO. If you've "been experimenting" and are still stumped, then do some typing and describe what you've tried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise06 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 sorry, i just wanted to know which wicks to start with! I just received my wax 1 week ago. thanks anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 sorry, i just wanted to know which wicks to start with! I just received my wax 1 week ago. thanks anyway.Get a sample pack and go for it - that is how I did it. the supplier will give you a guideline - I use that even though it isn't accurate - I test one size up and one size down toi start and go from there as far as adjusting my wicks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artcwolf Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Get a sample pack and go for it - that is how I did it. the supplier will give you a guideline - I use that even though it isn't accurate - I test one size up and one size down toi start and go from there as far as adjusting my wicks.I'm finally taking this advice myself, I just bought some 4630 and a sample pack of HTP wicks and one set of jars. I've been playing around with other jars and have become unhappy with my "testing" so i'm doing it right. Denise, if you take Tops advice and Bizzy's advice and read, don't just ask for the answers on a plate it's more satisfying to learn and see the results from your own learning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatinDucky Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I've been experimenting with this wax too. Why is it smoking? Black soot? 8oz. jj cd5 wick, 7oz. wax, and .70 fo 9%sorry, i just wanted to know which wicks to start with! I just received my wax 1 week ago. thanks anyway.Well... you have your starting point for testing. Did you trim your wick? Was it in a drafty spot? If all other conditions were good and still got too much soot, try going down a size. If that wont work, or the size is really close to what you need, try another type in an equivalent size to see if the problem is just that type of wick. It all boils down to trying and testing yourself. As is said over and over again here, what formula works perfect for one person may not work for another. Same goes, what works great for you may not work for someone else. Others can help get you in the ballpark (which you already are if soot is the only problem) then you have to adjust from there. Nobody is trying to be mean, it's just a fact.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise06 Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 I wasnt asking for answers on a plate. I just wanted to know what kind of wick to start with. Like soy I use HTP or CDs. This is different wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 2, 2008 Share Posted February 2, 2008 Everyone uses different wicks with different waxes. Just because you use CD and HTP with soy - doesn't mean the next candlemaker that makes soy uses CD's and HTP. They could use zinc or LX or premier or hemp. It is all about what works for you and your customers.So I agree with Ducky, no one is trying be mean.....it is there is not going to be one answer for your question. I mean 15 people can answer and you may end up ordering 8 different sample packs due to the answers being different kinds of wicks.Just try it yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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