Tins

[DerekB]

I have a couple of questions...

1. I just received my order of deep 8 oz tins from PaperMart (http://www.papermart.com/Product%20Pages/Product.aspx?GroupID=14267&SubGroupID=14268&ParentGroupID=19037#14268). Unfortunately, I don't really care for the "style" compared to other tins I have found/used. The dimensions of the container are the same as the other tins I've used. Does it make a difference if I use these for testing and once I get my candle wicked properly to use the other containers I like? I'm just not sure if there would be any other factors that would impact the candle wicking from one same size container to another?

2. I think I've read that you can reuse candle containers. Is this true? If so, do I just take the used containers and melt the wax by placing the containers in the oven? Do I need to be concerned with any wick glue residue that would impact future wax candle tests?

I apologize in advance if this doesn't make sense or are just stupid questions. :rolleyes2

[Caramel]

Hi!

From one fellow newbie to another, I don't know about tins (I switched to glass early on), but I have been reusing my glass jars for testers. I have read, here, that some do this because it is used for testing, only, and not given to customers. So I would think this is ok. But I would also wait for a second opinion from others who are pros.

As for how to recycle more quickly? I used the oven to melt the wax and the loosen the glue on the wick (I use glue sticks). It has worked for me and allows me to clean up all 12 of my jars at one time. I have, also, found that using hot, soapy water (I use Dawn) to clean the containers work with getting all of the wax and glue residue off, in addition to any glue from labels (I label my jars with the wick info and "weight").

HTH!

[Meridith]

I have a couple of questions...

1. I just received my order of deep 8 oz tins from PaperMart (http://www.papermart.com/Product%20Pages/Product.aspx?GroupID=14267&SubGroupID=14268&ParentGroupID=19037#14268). Unfortunately, I don't really care for the "style" compared to other tins I have found/used. The dimensions of the container are the same as the other tins I've used. Does it make a difference if I use these for testing and once I get my candle wicked properly to use the other containers I like? I'm just not sure if there would be any other factors that would impact the candle wicking from one same size container to another?

Yes it does make a difference since it is a different material and will heat up different than a glass jar. You should always test in the container you plan on using.

2. I think I've read that you can reuse candle containers. Is this true? If so, do I just take the used containers and melt the wax by placing the containers in the oven? Do I need to be concerned with any wick glue residue that would impact future wax candle tests?

I apologize in advance if this doesn't make sense or are just stupid questions. :rolleyes2

You can reuse candle jars but I would only recommend it for your testing jars - unless you are reusing tins. I only reuse my glass and won't refill glass for customers. Every time glass is heated, the integrity of the glass is compromised. In time, that glass can crack or shatter. I've had that happen before with one of my tester jars. To melt the old wax in the jar, turn your oven on warm and put the jar in there on a cookie sheet.

[DerekB]

Thank you for the feedback.

Meridith...I'm sorry if I wasn't clear. The tins I received I don't like for giving to customers. My question was can I still use them for testing knowing that I would use other tins that I like that are the same size/material?

I understand that I can't test tin containers and expect the same result in glass jars.

Thanks!

[topofmurrayhill]

If they're the same size and material--presumably with minor cosmetic differences--they should work the same. But why are you asking? The tins are right in front of you. If you see enough of a difference that it raises doubts in your mind, then just try it. Would you really never, ever burn a tester in the tins you want to sell unless someone here told you to?

[DerekB]

I'm asking because 'I don't know what I don't know'. The sizes are the same, but the quality seems to be a little less compared to the tins from Peak that I've been working with (just my opinion...they might be exactly the same). In the end I don't think the difference will impact my test results, but I would hate to test in one tin and then find out when I order the other tins that my testing was all for not. Hence, why I wanted to get some input.

I'll plan on testing with these tins (with restocking fees and shipping back to PaperMart, I might as well hold on to them instead of returning) and at the same time order the other tins I plan to sell.

Thanks!