Q: Why is my candle flame small or getting drowned out?
A: Your wick might be too small for your candle. Try using a larger wick or a different type of wick.
Q: What should I do if my candle is smoking or creating excessive soot?
A: Reduce the amount of additives like dye and fragrance. Also, make sure your candle isn't in a drafty area.
Q: How can I fix a candle with a too-big flame?
A: You might need a smaller wick. Always trim the wick before burning.
Q: What's causing my candle wick to mushroom?
A: Your wick size might be too large. Try a smaller size and always trim the wick before burning.
Q: How can I prevent my candle color from fading?
A: Keep your candles away from direct sunlight and use a UV inhibitor. Also, make sure you're using quality dye and wax.
Q: What should I do if my candle has little or no scent throw?
A: Add fragrance oil just before pouring, use high-quality fragrance oil, and consider using more fragrance. Also, check your wax type.
Q: Why isn't my candle burning evenly?
A: Your wick might not be centered, or your candle could be in a drafty area.
Q: How do I fix a candle with a sputtering flame?
A: Make sure water hasn't gotten into the wax and tap the container to release air pockets.
Q: What should I do if my candle is burning too rapidly?
A: Release any air pockets around the wick and consider using a harder wax or a smaller wick.
Q: How can I prevent my candle surface from having a 'mottled' effect?
A: Use less fragrance oil and additives, cool the candle slower, and pre-heat the mold or container before pouring.
Q: Why won't my candle stay lit?
A: Use primed wicks and avoid clogging the wick with debris. Make sure the wax is clean before melting.
Q: How can I stop oil from seeping out of my candle?
A: Use less fragrance oil, add additives to increase fragrance oil retention, and choose a wax designed for high fragrance oil content.
Q: How do I prevent my candle from cracking during cooling?
A: Allow the candle to cool at a warmer temperature and avoid placing it in the refrigerator or freezer.
Q: What should I do if my candle has dye spots on the surface?
A: Stir the dye thoroughly before pouring, and consider using liquid dyes which disperse easier in melted wax.
Q: How can I fix a candle with a 'tunneling' effect?
A: Use a larger wick size or a softer wax.