How to Light a Wood Wick Candle Like a Pro!
Lighting a wood wick candle is a bit different from lighting a cotton wick candle, but it’s very simple once you know the right technique. Here’s how you can do it like a pro:
Lighting Your Wood Wick Candle
Tilt the Candle at an Angle:
When lighting your wooden wick candle, tilt it slightly on an angle. Let the flame draw across the length of the wick, just like you would tilt a match after lighting it. This ensures the wick catches and starts to burn evenly.It May Take Several Tries:
Don’t worry if it takes a couple of tries! The heat from the flame needs to draw the wax through the wick to get it burning properly. Once the wick is ignited, it should light up more easily on subsequent tries.
No Soot or Smoke
At Bewitching Eden, we use high-quality, thoroughly tested wood wicks in our candles, combined with pure, plant-based natural wax and paraben- and phthalate-free fragrance oils. This ensures our candles burn cleanly, with no soot or smoke.
If you’re experiencing smoke or soot from your wooden wick candle, it’s typically due to:
The wick needing trimming: The burnt parts of the wick should be cleared before lighting.
A draft: Wind or drafts can interfere with the natural burn of the wick.
Burning Time and Alternatives
If you find that burning a jar candle for long periods isn’t ideal, consider votives, tea lights, or smaller jar candles. These options are perfect for shorter relaxation breaks and creating a convenient mood-changing ritual.
When burning a jar candle, it’s best to let the melt pool reach the edge of the container to ensure an even burn. This will help avoid tunneling (when the wax burns down in the center, leaving wax around the edges).
Are Wood Wick Candles Eco-Friendly?
Absolutely! In addition to their unique style and soothing aroma, our wooden wick candles are eco-friendly.
Sustainable Sourcing: Our wicks are responsibly sourced from a certified Canadian supplier, and they are Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified. This ensures that the wood is harvested in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner.
