Wick Guide
We can probably all agree that finding the right size wick for a new candle formula can be pretty frustrating. The vast majority of the emails we receive in our support box are about wicking.
While many factors dictate the size wick required to properly burn a candle, there are two that make the biggest difference: the type of wax and the diameter of the candle.
Those two bits of information and our wick guide will take most of the guess work out of wicking your candles.
Note: We still have a few more waxes to test, so if your wax is missing, please be patient. We should have the rest of the results online soon.
About our Wick Guide
These recommendations are estimates only. We strongly recommend using this chart as a starting point to conduct your own burn tests. We do not guarantee that these wicks will work perfectly in your candles; there are simply too many variables for us to guarantee a particular wick size.
The candles used in these burn tests were made with a medium shade of color and 1 ounce per pound (or 6%) of fragrance oil. If you are making dark candles or using more than an ounce per pound of fragrance, there is a good chance you will need to move up a wick size or two.
The best way to guarantee great results is to purchase the appropriate wick kit and conduct a burn tests. Avoid wasting money on the wrong size wicks by waiting to buy in quantity until you have determined the correct wick size.
If you have any questions or need help using the wick guide, please contact us at: support@candlescience.com