What do wick numbers mean?
The wick numbers represent the size of the wick. Smaller diameter candles require smaller wick sizes and larger diameter candles require larger wick sizes (unless you are using more than one wick). As a general rule, the larger the wick number, the larger (thicker) the wick size.
What wick is best for soy wax?
We recommend using the L or XL size wicks when using in pure soy. The amount of fragrance oil, dye, and the type of wax WILL effect the way these wicks burn. Testing must be done to ensure a proper melt pool is achieved.
How do I know if my wick is too big?
A wick that is too large for a container will have a very large flame, flickers a lot, and gives off a large amount of smoke and soot. The wick may also mushroom, when this occurs the burning wick will actually start to look like a mushroom, this mushrooming is caused by a build up of excess carbon.
What do big wicks mean in trading?
A long upper wick candlestick occurs when the high is extremely strong but then the close price is weak. If the lower wick is longer, it is indicative of a trading session that ended on a strong note where there was dominance by sellers but the buyers managed to push prices up.
What is CDN wick?
They are a flat braid wick made out of natural cotton fibres with a paper core for rigidity. CDN wicks are zinc and lead free and acid resistant. Trim CDN wick to 5mm in length after each burn. CDN wicks are pre-tabbed, pre-coated and easy to use. Secure wick tabs to candle containers using stickums.
How do you know what wick to use for soy candles?
How To Choose A Candle Wick
- Pick a wax type.
- Use the Wick Series Selection Table to find a wick series to start with.
- Measure your candle diameter.
- Use the Wick Size Selection Table to find three wicks to start with.
- Design your candle (fragrance, dye)
- Test the candles.
- Choose the best wick OR make adjustments.
What are CDN wicks?
They are a flat braid wick made out of natural cotton fibres with a paper core for rigidity. CDN wicks are zinc and lead free and acid resistant. CDN wicks are pre-tabbed, pre-coated and easy to use. Secure wick tabs to candle containers using stickums.
What are CL wicks?
Our Cotton & Linen (CL) candle wicks are an innovative new flat wick, especially developed for vegetable waxes or heavily fragranced mineral waxes. Made from unbleached cotton, interwoven with a linen thread, these wicks offer excellent rigidity, as well as minimising afterglow and smoking.
What happens if my wick is too big?