Wax For Candle Making
Executive Summary about Candle Wax by Karen Lincoln
Wax candles
Choosing the wax for candle making is extremely crucial, as the wax serves as the main fuel for the candle to burn. Basically the melting point can be referred to, as the temperature at which the wax starts melting.
Probably the most common wax used in candle making, is paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is available in various different grades. Moreover paraffin is labeled as per their melting points. The lowest melting point can melt below 130 degree Fahrenheit. It’s advisable to use this wax for pouring candles.
The old fashioned types of candles are made from this wax. This bayberry wax has a melting point of 118 degree Fahrenheit.
While making candles, this wax does not shrink much. It has a melting point of around 150 degrees.
Choosing the Right Wax For Homemade Candles
Executive Summary about Candle Wax by Cindy Mason
Soy Wax
Soy wax also burns up to twice as long as paraffin candles, making it an excellent option when you want your candles to last longer.
Beeswax
Beeswax is probably the most popular option for all-natural, homemade candles, but it is slightly more costly than soy wax. If you want a whiter wax, then you can choose chemically-treated and cleaned beeswax, which will have a lighter honey scent than the untreated wax.
Melting the Wax
Fill the smaller pan with the wax that you have chosen.
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