How to maintain the wicks of your indoor candles?
Siwa Candles handmade candles are a decorative and soothing element that bring a warm touch to your interior. Handmade in our workshop, they deserve your full attention to extend their life and enhance their beauty. Here is a complete guide with simple tips for taking care of your handmade candles.
1. Trim the wick regularly
Before each use, be sure to trim the wick to approximately 5 mm in length. A wick that is too long can produce an excessive flame, black smoke and reduce the burn time.
Tip: Use a special wick trimmer to preserve the aesthetics of your candle.
2. Re-center the wick after each use
Once you have extinguished your candle, and the wax is still soft, gently re-center the wick in the middle of the container.
This ensures even combustion and prevents tunneling in the wax.
3. Use the lids from your Siwa Candles
From size M , our candles are equipped with handmade concrete lids. You can use them to cleanly extinguish the flame without splashing wax.
Little tip: If your lid is blackened, simply wipe it with a damp cloth to remove any traces of smoke.
4. Avoid black “mushroom” on the wick
After burning, you may notice a small black deposit at the end of the wick, often called "mushroom".
Solution: Cut it off before relighting the candle to avoid fumes and ensure a clean flame.
5. Respect the optimal burning time
To maximize the life of your handmade candles, burn them for a maximum of 2 to 3 hours per session.
Prolonged burning may cause digging or "tunnelling".
6. Store your candles properly
Store your candles in a cool, dry place, away from dust and direct sunlight.
This preserves the quality of the wax and prevents any deformation of your craft creations.
Bottom line: Take care of your Siwa Candles handmade candles
Maintaining wicks and accessories like our concrete lids is an essential step to extend the life of your candles and enjoy them to the fullest. These simple steps ensure clean, safe combustion and a soothing atmosphere in your home.
Ready to brighten up your home? Discover our Siwa Candles artisanal collections and treat yourself to unique candles, handmade with love.
🌈 Bonus tip: Give our candles as a gift! They are perfect for creating a soft and warm atmosphere in your loved ones' homes.
