Tara Posted February 12, 2008 Share Posted February 12, 2008 Tennesse Candle Supplies 70/30 wax? Think of trying it. I love GL 70/30wax but it's getting to where I can't afford it. They are having another price increase:sad2: and to have it shipped to me with that increase just doesn't make sense for me to carrying it much longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxSioux Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 No kidding! I can drive to GL, but the $10. increase is making my head spin. Susan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tereasa Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 yes, I've tested it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheilaW Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 I have used both and I really can't tell the difference between them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 13, 2008 Author Share Posted February 13, 2008 That's good to hear. Anyone care to share which wick series they use for this wax? I emailed TCS a couple of days ago but haven't heard back from them as far as a wick series to start with. I currently use Eco and LX's with the GL Blend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tereasa Posted February 13, 2008 Share Posted February 13, 2008 I tested LX, ECO and CD. CD won, hands down. Still got a bit of mushroom, but otherwise terrific burns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 14, 2008 Author Share Posted February 14, 2008 I tested LX, ECO and CD. CD won, hands down. Still got a bit of mushroom, but otherwise terrific burns.Thanks, I finally heard back from TCS and they also suggested cd's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Hi Tara, As you know I also use GL 70/30 and just finished testing a sample slab of the TN 70/30 (shipping is much cheaper for me also from them since I live in NC). So far this wax is performing exactly the same as the GL 70/30, using the same wicks in my 8 oz. square mason and have not had to change anything. Colors beautifully, burns the same and H/C throw exactly the same. Getting ready to order a case since it is on sale till the 19th. to test with. Afraid GL is just getting to high with the shipping I have to pay. Shipping is 1/2 the cost for me from TCS.I use mostly CDN's and also HTP 105 wicks. A few FO's I use Eco's with, but mostly CDN's and HTP 105.Tested so far with the TN 70/30 in 8 oz. square mason: (Just testing FO's I currently use to compare)Satsuma (AH/RE) ECO 8 (same as GL 70/30)Carmel Cinn. Latte (JS) CDN 14 (same as GL 70/30)Butt Naked (GL) ECO 8 (same)Strawberry Musk (GL) CDN 16 (same)Downy Vanilla Lavender (NG) CDN 14 (same)Vanilla Crunch (AH/RE) CDN 14 (same)Pink Sugar (Peaks) CDN 14 (same)Sweet Pea and Me (MC) CDN 14 (same)Green Tea and Cucumber (GL) HTP 105Their IS a difference in the way CDN and CD wicks burn. I MUCH prefer the CDN wicks (I only use the ones from SB: by the way Almond Biscotti and Heavenly Cinnabun from them is awesome in GL 70/30 just started burning in TN 70/30 and is exactly the same). CDN 14 with both.Still more to test, but so far no difference between the two.I live in the south, so my wick sizes may be one size too small for ones who live in colder climates, I tend to wick a little on the low side, but my jars are clean at the bottom with no to very little soot.I also use C3 (am currently playing with 464) from CS for my soy only line (colorless): but love the 70/30 for my colored candles.Really think you should give it a try.HAPPY TESTING!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 15, 2008 Author Share Posted February 15, 2008 Hi Tara, As you know I also use GL 70/30 and just finished testing a sample slab of the TN 70/30 (shipping is much cheaper for me also from them since I live in NC). So far this wax is performing exactly the same as the GL 70/30, using the same wicks in my 8 oz. square mason and have not had to change anything. Colors beautifully, burns the same and H/C throw exactly the same. Getting ready to order a case since it is on sale till the 19th. to test with. Afraid GL is just getting to high with the shipping I have to pay. Shipping is 1/2 the cost for me from TCS.I use mostly CDN's and also HTP 105 wicks. A few FO's I use Eco's with, but mostly CDN's and HTP 105.Tested so far with the TN 70/30 in 8 oz. square mason: (Just testing FO's I currently use to compare)Satsuma (AH/RE) ECO 8 (same as GL 70/30)Carmel Cinn. Latte (JS) CDN 14 (same as GL 70/30)Butt Naked (GL) ECO 8 (same)Strawberry Musk (GL) CDN 16 (same)Downy Vanilla Lavender (NG) CDN 14 (same)Vanilla Crunch (AH/RE) CDN 14 (same)Pink Sugar (Peaks) CDN 14 (same)Sweet Pea and Me (MC) CDN 14 (same)Green Tea and Cucumber (GL) HTP 105Their IS a difference in the way CDN and CD wicks burn. I MUCH prefer the CDN wicks (I only use the ones from SB: by the way Almond Biscotti and Heavenly Cinnabun from them is awesome in GL 70/30 just started burning in TN 70/30 and is exactly the same). CDN 14 with both.Still more to test, but so far no difference between the two.I live in the south, so my wick sizes may be one size too small for ones who live in colder climates, I tend to wick a little on the low side, but my jars are clean at the bottom with no to very little soot.I also use C3 (am currently playing with 464) from CS for my soy only line (colorless): but love the 70/30 for my colored candles.Really think you should give it a try.HAPPY TESTING!!! Wow, thanks for all that info. I plan to just go ahead and order a case as it sounds like I can't go wrong. Plus it's on sale until the 19th. What is SB? I know it's a supplier but I can't place the abbreviation. Thanks again for all that information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will1434 Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Please forgive my ignorance, but which supplier is SB? I could not find them on the abbreviation list... TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Hi,SB stands for The Scented Bean. Forgot to mention their Strawberry Shortcake is fabulous in the 70/30. (HTP 105 in square mason). Have enough Tn 70/30 left to pour one more and will do this FO tonight.Now to try and figure out how to insert a link to there site... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 15, 2008 Share Posted February 15, 2008 Got It. www.scentedbean.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 15, 2008 Author Share Posted February 15, 2008 Got It. www.scentedbean.comThanks:highfive:I am guessing that since you use a CDN14 or 16 in a square mason that a CDN 12 should be a good starting point in a regular 8oz jelly jar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 I use CDN 12 in most scents in the 12 sided Classic jar, so for the JJ maybe a CDN 10 or 12.I used the JJ for a short time before changing to the square mason but didn't keep my notes. I think I used HTP 93 and LX18 or LX20 before I switched over to the CDN wicks. Can't remember if I tried the CDN wicks in the JJ. I would probably do a side by side test with a CDN 10 and 12 in the same scent to see how they do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will1434 Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Thanks Kigers24 for the excellent information! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Kigers!!!! Don't go around letting secrets out......lmaoSB rocks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 wil1434 Your Welcome mizbizzyb Agree, SB is GREAT!!! Forgot: :lipsrseal LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tereasa Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Hey, Kigers, where are you in NC? I'm in Fayetteville, but work in Cary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kigers24 Posted February 16, 2008 Share Posted February 16, 2008 Monroe, NC right outside of Charlotte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudiGa Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Tara, Have you looked into www.candlescience.com they are in NC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 21, 2008 Author Share Posted February 21, 2008 Tara, Have you looked into www.candlescience.com they are in NCI have and tested the 6036 which is a nice wax but I need a 70/30 blend and actually the shipping isn't that bad at all but thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tereasa Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 you tested the 6036? What didn't you like about it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Posted February 21, 2008 Author Share Posted February 21, 2008 you tested the 6036? What didn't you like about it?Oh, I liked it but around here people want either all soy or mostly soy. And the 6036 is more like a 50/50. But I did like it. Burns clean and CT& HT is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tereasa Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 cool! Thanks! When I talked to CS, they hadn't tested it enough to give it a glowing recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizbizzyb Posted February 21, 2008 Share Posted February 21, 2008 Oh, I liked it but around here people want either all soy or mostly soy. And the 6036 is more like a 50/50. But I did like it. Burns clean and CT& HT is great.I was going to ask about the testing...thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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