Even though around 35% of total candle sales are made in the festive season, we love to use candles throughout the year to celebrate special occasions or just help us mellow out at the end of a long day.
These days, candles come in all different shapes, sizes, and colours, scented with chic fragrances. According to the latest sales figures, the most popular fragrances for candle consumers are vanilla, citrus and rose.
Did you know that candles with a cotton wick have been scenting our homes for nearly 4,000 years? Wooden wicks for candles are more modern, becoming popular around 30 years ago.
Don’t just take our word for it - discover for yourself how wooden wick candles make beautiful gifts or accentuate the atmosphere of your home.
Contents
- Are wooden wicks better for candles?
- Should wood wick candles smoke?
- Candle safety guide.
- How to put out a wooden wick candle.
Are wooden wicks better for candles?
Wooden wicks were developed as a more attractive and sustainable alternative to the usual cotton wick for candles. Cotton wicks are made from processed cotton fibre or braided cotton. As cotton can be quite soft, it’s usually made more rigid by using a stiffening agent or wax coating.
It’s good to know that wooden wicks are more ecologically friendly than cotton wicks as they have fewer chemicals. Wooden wicks are derived from natural wood sources and are generally untreated, making them the more sustainable choice.
As wood is more rigid, they don’t need chemical stiffeners or coatings to help them stand up straight in a candle. If you’re wondering what a wooden wick candle is and how it helps consumers who are looking to reduce their impact on the planet, check out our luxurious and elegant selection.
Should wood wick candles smoke?
All candles may produce a little smoke from time to time. As a guide, wood wick candles shouldn’t produce a lot of smoke if they are used for the recommended time. Typically, it’s best to put a candle out if it has been burning for around 3 hours or more, just to be on the safe side.
If a wood wick candle does produce smoke, the wick might be too long or the candle could be in a breeze. Trimming the wick or moving the candle to an open area could be a good idea.
Candle safety guide
There are a few simple steps that can help you answer the question: Are wooden wick candles safe? Top tip: try and make sure wooden wick candles are not in danger of setting light to any furnishings around your home.
Here are some key pointers to help:
- Put candles on heat-resistant surfaces as candles can become very hot and melt surfaces.
- Always have your candle in a proper holder to help reduce accidents and the chance of burnt fingers.
- Keep hair tied away from candle flames.
- When you leave a room, extinguish candles so they are not left burning.
How to put out a wooden wick candle
Working out how to put out a wooden wick candle may seem simple, but it always pays to stay safe and make sure a candle is put out completely.
Follow these easy steps to ensure your wooden wick candle is properly extinguished:
- Gently blow on the flame to put it out. This helps avoid the possibility of scattered hot wax.
- Get a wick dipper, as these are great at pushing the wick down and out. This also minimises any chance of smoke.
- Cool the candle right down before putting it away, as this increases safety and improves the candle’s performance the next time you light it.
Rekindle your flame with our wooden wick candles
The Essence Vault’s wooden wick candles are both fragrantly beautiful and very safe to use. Available in our best-selling designer-inspired fragrances, they’re blended with rapeseed and coconut waxes for a long-lasting, clean burn for up to 24 hours.
If you’re wondering how to safely get the most out of our luxury wooden wick candles, they come with clear instructions to help you use them securely in your home.
The wooden wicks create a soothing sound for the perfect relaxing ambience. Our scents are carefully curated to be completely irresistible, with options from floral and fruity to woody and spicy.
Discover our elegant range of hand poured wooden wick candles from The Essence Vault today!