Cecilia Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Hi!I would like to know which are the tests recommended to control de quality of the soy wax candles. Which are the parameters to be controlled?Thanks in advance.Regards, Cecilia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Ummmm, not sure what you mean... Could you be more specific? Like straining the wax to filter out cat hair or what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cecilia Posted July 10, 2011 Author Share Posted July 10, 2011 For example, when you receive the wax or the wicks, which controls are necesary to know they are ok? On the other hand, when you have the candle done, what do you measure to know it is ok?Regards, Cecilia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Hmm... me thinks you have much reading and testing to do. There is no single answer to such a broad question of quality control. Every one has an opinion yet everyone has a different wax, wick, jar, pouring style, etc. So even if ones method and materials are right for them it may and probably won't be the same for your candle application.Personally I found a lot of useful information about proper wicking and burn for various wax applications at places like Wicks Unlimited and the American Candle Association. Specifically WU has specs on flame height for specific wicks and proper burn characteristics. You may want to start your search there.But the best way to answer your questions is to read as much as you can and dive right in and start testing candles on your own. Its a lot easier for us to help answer your questions once you have a specific wax, wick, jar, and pouring method you can relate in order for anyone here to suggest an answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 BTW-- straining out cat hair is always best for optimal burn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjdaines Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 BTW-- straining out cat hair is always best for optimal burn.I thought cat hair was the secret ingredient for eliminating frosting? Now what am I going to do with the cat I bought? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candybee Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 I thought cat hair was the secret ingredient for eliminating frosting? Now what am I going to do with the cat I bought?I hear they make great research assistants. Unfortunately they are easily distracted by fuzzy balls of yarn and twine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricofAZ Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 (edited) Substitute the yarn and twine for wicks off a roll and cats then tend to display a really good work ethic. They are especially helpful if you rolled up a small amount in a bag and later need to untangle it.Oh, and lets not forget that cats are hard wired to help make sure the printer ejects the labels correctly. Edited July 10, 2011 by EricofAZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjdaines Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 (edited) Apparently cats eat wax too, found a hole chewed in my 11 pound bag if coconut wax. Edited July 10, 2011 by rjdaines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JanetsCandles Posted July 10, 2011 Share Posted July 10, 2011 Cats are also very good for leaving paw prints in wax that is mostly set up. Or alternately, for the cat that really gets into her work, entire body prints. Especially if you're making blocks of unscented but colored wax for future "quick use" stuff. Apparently the soft warm stuff can be used as a pillow? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cecilia Posted July 11, 2011 Author Share Posted July 11, 2011 Many thanks for your advice. I found interesting information in the pages you recommend.Cecilia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stella1952 Posted July 11, 2011 Share Posted July 11, 2011 Cats are hard on drying soap for sure. I have now a new cat print line they are developing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillowBoo Posted July 12, 2011 Share Posted July 12, 2011 lol....I once almost thought of labeling my candles...complete with cat hair. Oh wow, can't believe this. I now have a secure room where no cats roam, but unless you put on a moonsuit the hairs still filter in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trappeur Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 BTW-- straining out cat hair is always best for optimal burn.:laugh2:Trappeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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