kountrytimes Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I just bought a 6" grubby hanging taper mold, What type of wicking and size should I use, or doesnt it matter seeing they wont be burning just for decoration...Any suggestions:I bought the mold from here:http://www.flexiblemolds.com/grubbyprimitive.htmScroll way down to see the mold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 It definately still does matter, because they should still be able to burn them. I don't know what wax you are using, so that will make a difference. I use beeswax and use 2/0 square braid for a no drip taper. Square braid IMHO work the best for tapers. You may want to start out with a 3/0 or 4/0 if using paraffin and go up or down from there. Have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kountrytimes Posted April 14, 2009 Author Share Posted April 14, 2009 I am using CB advanced wax.This is just something new I am experimenting with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I use square braid also for our molded palm wax candles I cannot wick with pretabbed wicks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judy, USMC Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I am using CB advanced wax.This is just something new I am experimenting with.I've never made tapers - but - I'm wondering ... can you use a container blend for this application? I'm so used to seeing people recommending a pillar blend. It'll be interesting to see how the experimenting turns out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 14, 2009 Share Posted April 14, 2009 I've never made tapers - but - I'm wondering ... can you use a container blend for this application? I'm so used to seeing people recommending a pillar blend. It'll be interesting to see how the experimenting turns out.I don't know or use that wax, but I personally would have to say no, as a container wax is not gonna come out of a taper mold no matter how hard you pull. You may be able to put a tiny bit in a pillar wax to try it and that may work, don't know though, I never tried it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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