We’re going to now take a look at the different sections of the burn test document, giving a little insight into how it works. Candle Specifications Before you start to think about selling your candle creations, you will need to ensure you have tested them thoroughly. Testing candles is simply trialling the products yourself, burning them to see how they perform. When you’ve done this testing and everything has gone to plan (albeit after a few tweaks here and there!), you can of course start to advertise your candles.

Burn rate – this is the rate in grams that the candle is burning per hour and can be determined by subtracting the end weight of the candle from the start weight, then dividing the difference by however many hours the candle was burned for. For a 30cl candle, you'll normally be aiming for a burn rate of around 3.5g to 5g per hour as an example, depending on whether you're prioritising longevity or scent throw.

Introducing our candle burn test sheet – how do you use it?

There are 6 burn test spaces over two sheets of paper however, if you needed more than 6 you can simply print out the second sheet as many times as needed. It might also be easier to print double sided to save using too much paper. The idea that the time lovers spend together should not be spent on objects such as flowers, highlights how the emotion of love can transcend both time and the material world. Start weight and end weight – weigh the candle as a whole (including the vessel) before lighting and then once again after the candle has been extinguished and has fully set.

Dream of a place that reminds you of creamy coconuts swirled with caramel and vanilla, encased with soft almond and peach tones. With real jasmine flowers, this fragrance is a warming bed of blooming jasmine intertwined with soft spices of clove, frankincense and pepper. Resting on a bed of gentle woods and lightened by patchouli with a mellow golden amber and musk. Unwind with this complex and unique blend of comforting fragrances. Containing pure lavender essential oil, this soothing and relaxing fragrance will soothe your soul and relax your mind.Tunnelling – after the 3-4 hour burn, are you noticing any severe tunnelling? If the wax has melted over ¾ of the way across the diameter of the vessel then this would be minimal tunnelling as the wax will burn down on subsequent burns. Score this on a 1-5 scale as shown. A candle burn test is made up of many different tests that overall, ensures the candle you’ve made is burning correctly, safely and of course, smells great. Start time and end time – the time you started burning the candle and the time the candle was extinguished. We’re really pleased to announce the launch of our very own candle burn testing document to make your life that little bit easier when undertaking your candle tests. It’s actually really simple to use and is readily available to print out here.

Melt pool depth – the depth of the melt pool in mm. Whilst you do want your candle to reach a full melt pool (meaning the melted wax reaches the full diameter of the candle), you won't always reach this on the first burn test. You will want it to be reached by the 3rd or 4th burn at the latest, otherwise you'll have tunnelling. Uplift your senses with this sensual floral blend. With white roses at its core this fragrance signifies true love and purity. Intertwined with lily and touches of white musk, this scent will add a subtle touch of warmth throughout your home. Cold throw – how does the candle smell when cured before the first lighting? Is it strong or subtle? Is it still the same after the wax has cooled and reset on subsequent burns? Score this on a 1-5 scale as shown. A sensual and soothing blend of chamomile and cedarwood, with hidden notes of lilac, lavender and coconuts.

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