Cotton Wick – Eco

🕯️ Wick It Right: Your Quick Guide to Wick Selection & Placement

Getting the wick right is essential for a clean, even burn. While we provide tested guidelines, every candle setup is unique—fragrance oils, wax blends, and dyes can all impact wick performance, so testing is key.

① 📏 Measure Your Jar’s Inside Diameter

Start by working on a stable, heat-safe surface.
Use a ruler or measuring tape to measure the inner width of your container.
Double-check your measurement and write it down—accurate sizing is the first step toward choosing the perfect wick.

② ✅ Select the Right Wick

Once you have your jar’s diameter:

• Refer to our Wick Size Chart to find the best match.

• Make sure to consider your wax type and whether fragrance or dye is being used.

Proper wick sizing helps prevent issues like tunneling, excessive soot, or poor scent throw.

③ 🔥 Single or Double Wick?

For wide containers, a single wick may not be enough.
If your jar requires two or more wicks:

• Divide the total diameter by the number of wicks.

• Use that smaller measurement to find a suitable wick size from the chart.

📌 Example: A 10 cm jar using 2 wicks = use the wick size recommended for a 5 cm jar.

Even spacing = even burn.

④ 🧲 Securing the Wick

To place your wick securely:

• Apply a small dot of hot glue to the bottom of the metal tab (sustainer).

• Press it firmly into the center of the jar for strong adhesion.

• You may mark the center with a removable marker to guide placement.

For double wicks:

• Divide the jar in half visually or with markings.

• Position each wick equal distance from the center and outer edges.

🟡 Tip: You can also use strong glue dots as an alternative to hot glue.

✨ Final Thought

Wicking is both a science and an art—these tips offer a solid foundation, but your own testing will always be the best guide.

• 🧪 Use With Confidence—But Always Test

  We do our best to provide helpful insights and accurate product details, but every maker’s process is different. Because ingredients and conditions vary, we strongly recommend testing each product to ensure it performs the way you want it to—especially when using fragrances, colors, or unique containers.

  Our tips and information are designed to guide you—not to guarantee specific results.

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  📦 Product Availability Can Vary

  We work hard to keep our shelves stocked and our products up to date. However, product availability may change without warning due to production shifts, supplier updates, or seasonal demand.

  If something you’ve ordered is temporarily out of stock, we’ll always try to offer alternatives or let you know when it might be available again.

  Please note: we may update, replace, or discontinue products or services at any time, without prior notice.

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  📚 About the Info We Share

  From wick charts to usage guides, we offer resources to make your candle-making journey easier. But keep in mind:

  • The information is meant to assist—not replace hands-on testing

  • Technical specs and recommendations may change over time

  • Suitability always depends on your unique project

  When in doubt, test, adjust, and test again.

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  🛠️ Custom Orders & Your Finished Products

  Unless we’ve confirmed something in writing, all items are sold as-is and not customized to meet individual requirements. Once products leave our hands, we can’t take responsibility for how they’re used or how they perform in your final creations.

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  🏷️ Safety & Labeling: Your Responsibility

  If you’re making products for others, it’s up to you to ensure they’re clearly and safely labeled. This includes:

  • Usage instructions

  • Safety warnings

  • Ingredient information, where necessary

  You’re the expert on your finished product—and your customers rely on you for safe, accurate guidance.

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  📄 For the Full Picture

  Please refer to our full Terms & Conditions for complete information on policies, limitations, and your rights as a customer.

🔐 Safety First: Your Candle-Making Checklist

We’re all about creativity—but safety comes first. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned maker, please take a moment to review these important precautions before diving in.

🥽 Gear Up Before You Begin

Protect yourself while working. Always wear:

• Protective goggles to shield your eyes
• Gloves to keep your hands safe during handling

Even the most harmless-looking materials can be reactive—so suit up, just to be safe!

📄 Know Your Materials

Before using any new product:

• Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for important handling and hazard info
• Follow any step-by-step instructions to ensure proper use and storage

Knowledge = safe making.

♨️ Heat With Caution

When working with warmed wax:

• Never exceed the recommended temperature range
• Use only within the suggested percentages for candles
• Always monitor your heating source carefully

Hot wax can burn or ignite if mishandled—treat it with care.

🚫 Surface Awareness

Wax and additives may damage certain surfaces. Avoid direct contact with:

• Polished wood
• Painted finishes
• Plastic or leather items

Work on a protected surface and clean up spills promptly to avoid permanent marks.

🧸 Keep Out of Reach

For everyone’s safety:

• Store waxes, fragrances, and dyes away from children and pets
• If anyone in your household has a sensitivity to scents, take extra caution when working with or burning scented candles

🏷️ Label Every Candle

Every candle you create should include a proper warning label to inform customers or gift recipients about:

• Safe burning practices
• Burn time
• Surface placement
• Fire risk precautions

It’s not just a good habit—it’s a crucial part of product safety.