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Everything candle makers need to know about wicks

Are you new to candle making and need to know which wicks will work best for you candles? If the answer is yes, you’re in the right place here’s everything you need to know about wicks from our candle making expert!

 

      1. What type of wick should I use?

Here at General Wax & Co. We carry three different types of wicks all of which can be used for candle making. When you are choosing wicks it is important that you choose the wicks that will properly burn with the wax you will be crafting with.

     

   2. What kind of candle are you creating?

 It’s important to understand that whichever wick you choose to craft with that your wick should be compatible with the type of wax you will be crafting with. It is also important to note  that your wick will also need to be compatible with the type of candle vessel you will be crafting with. Once you’ve chosen the type of candle you will be making and the vessel it will be in you could now narrow down the wax that would be best for your project.

 

    3. Choose your wick: Wick Types

It’s important before choosing your wick that you measure the vessel whether you are using a mold or a container for your candle. You will need to find the diameter of your vessel to ensure you pick the right wick that will burn your candle properly.

Diameter is the distance from one end of the circle to the other, straight across. For some candle makers you may need to choose if you need to use one wick or multiple wicks.

 For larger candle vessels you may need two or even three wicks for your candle to burn properly. Larger containers, which can be anything larger than 3-inches, typically benefit from multiple wicks in the candle.

HTP Wicks

 

 

HTP Wicks are primarily  for soy wax and soy wax blend container candles and offer a self-trimming wick posture with rigidity approaching those found in cored wicks. HTP wicks are available in 10 different sizes and come either pre-tabbed, or in a 10 yd pack  or 100 yd spool.

Compatible wax:  CARGILL C1, CARGILL C3, CARGILL C6, SB 1000 and ULTRA WAX

Candle type compatibility: Jar and container candles as well as glass vessels. These wicks can also be used for crafting tealights.

Cotton Core Wicks

 

Cotton Core Wicks are primarily used for Paraffin wax candles and votive candles. Available in 10 different sizes and five different types “C”, “E”, “P”, “S”, “X”. Cotton core waxed wicks are coated in wax to help your candle burn better. The wax coating on the wick makes the candle easier to light, and also helps the wick stand up straight inside the pool of liquid wax, which is formed while the candle burns. These wicks are available pre-tabbed as well as in  a 10 yd pack  and 100 yd spool.

Compatible wax: 128 REGULAR WAX, 130 REGULAR WAX, 140 PILLAR WAX, 140 REGULAR WAX, and 160 HURRICANE WAX.

Candle type compatibility:   Votive and Tealight candles can be crafted with these wicks as well as Pillar and Taper candles.

1/10 Square Wicks

 

 

 1/10 Square Wicks are primarily used in beeswax, vegetable wax and rolled beeswax candles. Available in 10 yd packs as well as 100 yd spools these wicks are intended to come in their raw form so they do not come pre-tabbed.

Compatible wax: for best use we recommend using Beeswax with these wicks.

Candle type compatibility:  Pillar and Taper candles can be crafted using these wicks.

    CANDLE HTP WICK SAMPLE KIT (35 PCS)
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    Sample Wick Kit

    Do your own personalized wick testing with our new Candle HTP wick sample kit (35 pieces).

    We provide 5 wicks each of the 7 HTP wick sizes listed below for a total of 35 wicks. Each wick size is individually packaged and labeled.

    All wicks are optimized for soy wax and soy wax blend container candles and offer a self-trimming wick posture with rigidity approaching those found in cored wicks.

    Our Candle Wick Sample Kit includes:

    Qty Size Recommended Application Diameter *
    5 HTP-31 Small Container 1.0” – 1.5”
    5 HTP-52 Small Containers 1.5” – 2.0”
    5 HTP-62 Medium Containers 2.0” – 2.5”
    5 HTP-72 Medium Containers 2.5” – 2.75”
    5 HTP-83 Medium Container 3.0” – 3.5”
    5 HTP-105 Large Containers 3.5” – 4.0”
    5 HTP-126 Large Containers 4.0” – 4.5”

    NOTE:

    *The chart serves as a guide only. Conduct burn tests to ensure a clean burn. Burn results may vary depending upon candle shape, size, wax, color and fragrance.

    *Select optimum wick for the best burn results.

    *Glass container and wax for illustration only.

    The HTP wicks are designed to provide the benefits of a self-trimming wick posture with rigidity approaching those found in cored wicks. High-performance fibers, along with other natural materials are engineered into a specially constructed braid, producing a more predictable wick posture. HTP wick is especially well-suited for tough-to-burn formulations that may contain many candle additives.  We offer these wicks in a variety of sizes. Many variables, such as wax, fragrance, dyes, and additives, can play a part in how a wick performs. We strongly recommend testing to determine which wick is the correct option for your candle.

  • Sample Wick Kit

    CANDLE HTP WICK SAMPLE KIT (35 PCS)

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    “C” WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)
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    "C" WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

    Pre-tabbed cotton core waxed “C” wick is coated in wax to help it burn better. The wax coating on the wick makes the candle easier to light, and also helps the wick stand up straight inside the pool of liquid wax, which is formed while the candle burns.

    Pre-tabbed cotton core waxed “C” wick is recommended for use in 1-2″ diameter container candles. Also known as “C” wick.

    Technical Information:

    Burn rate (wax consumption): 0.12 ounces per hour
    Melt pool diameters:
    3 hour burn test: 1 3/4″
    6 hour burn test: 2″
    Flame height: 0.8″

    *All information is approximate and provided for comparison purposes only. Based on a 140℉ melt point pure paraffin candle, an initial wick height of 1/4 inch, and room temperature of approximately 75℉. Results may vary according to formula, type and melt point of wax, initial wick height, and room temperature, among other factors. The best way to determine the right wick for a particular candle is by trial and error testing.

  • "C" WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

    “C” WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

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    “C” WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)
    $18.00
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    "C" WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

    Pre-tabbed cotton core waxed “C” wick is coated in wax to help it burn better. The wax coating on the wick makes the candle easier to light, and also helps the wick stand up straight inside the pool of liquid wax, which is formed while the candle burns.

    Pre-tabbed cotton core waxed “C” wick is recommended for use in 1-2″ diameter container candles. Also known as “C” wick.

    Technical Information:

    Burn rate (wax consumption): 0.12 ounces per hour
    Melt pool diameters:
    3 hour burn test: 1 3/4″
    6 hour burn test: 2″
    Flame height: 0.8″

    *All information is approximate and provided for comparison purposes only. Based on a 140℉ melt point pure paraffin candle, an initial wick height of 1/4 inch, and room temperature of approximately 75℉. Results may vary according to formula, type and melt point of wax, initial wick height, and room temperature, among other factors. The best way to determine the right wick for a particular candle is by trial and error testing.

  • "C" WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

    “C” WICK (32-24) PRE-TABBED COTTON CORE WAXED WICK (200 PCS)

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4. Craft your candle

 

After choosing your wax and wicks you can now begin crafting your candle. Keep in mind it is important to test out many wicks as well as waxes to craft a candle to your liking. It is also important after you’ve crafted your candle to do a burn test to ensure your candles will burn properly.

For more information on how to properly craft and candle please visit our previous blogs as well as visit our IGTV on Instagrams for further guidance.


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