Candle Care 101: Get a Longer, Cleaner Burn

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Candle Care 101: Get a Longer, Cleaner Burn

A little care goes a long way. Follow these tips to get the most from every candle.

Let the first burn be long

Burn a new candle until the wax melts all the way across the top. This prevents tunnelling.

Trim the wick

Trim the wick to about 5 mm before every burn to reduce smoke and soot.

Keep it away from drafts

Moving air makes the flame flicker and burn unevenly.

Do not burn for too long

Stop after 3 to 4 hours and let the wax cool before lighting again.

Never leave a flame unattended

Keep candles away from children, pets and anything flammable, and always extinguish before leaving the room.

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