Primitive Pleasures Candles 765-795-5784

Home

We Gladly
Accept:

Question: I love candles so much! But, with so much talk in the media about candle safety how can I burn candles safely?

Answer: There are several ways to ensure your safely when burning candles. Here are just a few! Remember use common sense.

	Never leave a candle burning unattended.
	Keep all candles out of the reach of children and pets.
	Keep your candles away from flammable materials.
	Always burn candles in a proper holder.
	Always burn candles on a heat resistant surface.
	Extinguish taper or pillar candles when they get within 2" of their holders.
	Discontinue use of container candle when 1/2" of wax remains.
	Discontinue use of container candle if container is cracked.

Question: How can I get the maximum from my candle?

Answer: Here are some great tips on how to properly use your candles.

	Keep the wick trimmed to 1/4"at all times! (Don't deviate from this!)
	Keep the wick centered at all times. If the wick falls out of place use a pencil to center it again. This will keep the container or holder from cracking.
	If your flame does not stand straight up you may have a draft. Try moving the candle to a different location. Drafts may cause the candle to burn uneven or even crack the container.
	When possible always snuff out your candles.
	When blowing out a candle, hold your finder in front of the flame and blow at it. The air will flow around the finger and extinguish the candle from both sides. This will prevent hot wax from splattering.
	If a wick becomes too short to light, carve away enough wax to expose the fresh wick, then trim 1/4" off the top of the candle and burn the candle to reform its appearance.
	Before a party, light and extinguish the candles. They'll light more quickly and easily later.
	Try refrigerating your candles before use. This will cause them to burn more slowly and evenly. Wrap them in foil or plastic first to prevent moisture from getting into the wick.
	Keep the wax pool free of foreign objects such as wick trimmings and matches.

Question: I like to buy my candles in bulk. How should I store my candles for later use?

Answer: You should always store your candles flat, and in a cool, dark, place. Never put candles in a window or expose to direct sunlight. It will cause them to fade.

Question: How can I get remaining wax out of the old candle holders?

Answer: There are a couple of ways of doing this. You can put a drop or two of water in the bottom of the votive cup prior to placing a candle in it which makes clean up a snap. (beware some candle wicks are not completing primed before they are used and will soak up the water and make the candle wick sparkle when it burns.) However my preference is to place the candle holder in the freezer for about 20 minutes. The left over wax will fall right out.

Question: Some of my pillars get finger prints on them. How can I make them more attractive?

Answer: Clean soiled candles with a piece of nylon or use a touch of salad oil on a soft cloth.

Question: How can I remove spilled wax from fabrics?

Answer: To remove wax from fabrics, scrape off the excess wax and run boiling water through the material. You can also us Goo Gone TM. (Test on an unnoticeable spot on the fabric first!)

If you have a question you would like to see here, please email us!
sales@primitivepleasures.com

For more information or questions contact:

Primitive Pleasures Candles, 4871 E. CR 900 S., Cloverdale, IN 46120

Phone/Fax: (765)795-5784

E-Mail at sales@primitivepleasures.com