Thank you for this video. I started making candles as a hobby in May of last year. I used to get so hung-up on reaching a full MP on the 1st burn, completely ignoring other aspects of the candle. Now my #1 goal is safety followed by HT.
Omg you couldn’t have done this at a better time!.. i so needed this reassurance because I was about to lose my mind with these wicking issues. Had a 98% melt pool at 1hr mark and was worried but the flame was stable with excellent HT
I’m very new to candle making but wouldn’t that still be considered burning too fast? An almost full melt pool in one hour will burn even faster once it’s half way down the vessel, which would make it unsafe correct? I’m still learning so I’m not sure but maybe you should check the temperature of the vessel to make sure it isn’t overheating.
HT to where I like it and safety is my goal. I like to see a little wax hanging but trailing the MP good. Also the slightly hanging wax acts as an insulator and keeps glass cooler
Hi Kevin. I have a question related to this video. Is it true that the first burn of your candle should cover the entire top of the candle from side to side? I liked what you said about how it will burn differently as the candle burns down. I bet many candlemakers don't think about that.
Great video! You briefly mentioned the temperature of the vessel throughout burnin. Do you have another video going more into depth about the threshold for safety when it comes to vessel temperature? Thank you so much
Yes, it's a bit older, but covered in this video: ruclips.net/video/6pmdrsB7OYU/видео.html --- the article also covers it in detail too! armatagecandlecompany.com/blog/basic-burn-test/
Hi. I am a newer candle maker and I’ve been struggling with some things. I don’t have any resources out in my area. Do you ever do paid consultations? My husband and I need some advice. We have learned a lot from your videos!
Gotta say man you have a great way of explaining this. Alot of BS out there with no actual science or common sense to back it up. Were you a Chem E before candles?
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Thank you for this video. I started making candles as a hobby in May of last year. I used to get so hung-up on reaching a full MP on the 1st burn, completely ignoring other aspects of the candle. Now my #1 goal is safety followed by HT.
You're welcome. It's so easy to grab onto that rule of thumb because it's so simple... unfortunately it's also very misleading. I love your goals.
Omg you couldn’t have done this at a better time!.. i so needed this reassurance because I was about to lose my mind with these wicking issues. Had a 98% melt pool at 1hr mark and was worried but the flame was stable with excellent HT
I’m very new to candle making but wouldn’t that still be considered burning too fast? An almost full melt pool in one hour will burn even faster once it’s half way down the vessel, which would make it unsafe correct? I’m still learning so I’m not sure but maybe you should check the temperature of the vessel to make sure it isn’t overheating.
HT to where I like it and safety is my goal. I like to see a little wax hanging but trailing the MP good. Also the slightly hanging wax acts as an insulator and keeps glass cooler
I am looking at my candle and watching your video and got my questions answered. Tq!
You are so welcome
Hi Kevin. I have a question related to this video. Is it true that the first burn of your candle should cover the entire top of the candle from side to side? I liked what you said about how it will burn differently as the candle burns down. I bet many candlemakers don't think about that.
Excellent presentation - couldn’t agree more! Safety and ht are key - and in that order! Most mp “advice” is incorrect.
Do you take the temperature of the melt pool as the candle is lit to see if the throw is good
Great video! You briefly mentioned the temperature of the vessel throughout burnin. Do you have another video going more into depth about the threshold for safety when it comes to vessel temperature? Thank you so much
Yes, it's a bit older, but covered in this video: ruclips.net/video/6pmdrsB7OYU/видео.html --- the article also covers it in detail too! armatagecandlecompany.com/blog/basic-burn-test/
How do you deal with a great HT on the first burn but then it tapers off on the second burn? Could the wick be too large ?
So glad you are back 🤗. What about a pillar palm candle. How should a pillar burn? What wicks would work best with this wax? Thx
Good question. Don’t let it spill or tip. Make sure the combustion is balanced (no black smoke) and that it burns with a flame less than 2-3” tall.
@@ArmatageCandleCompany what wick type?
@@babyg2cc2 depending on the size, RRD or ECO can be a good starting point!
Hi. I am a newer candle maker and I’ve been struggling with some things. I don’t have any resources out in my area. Do you ever do paid consultations? My husband and I need some advice. We have learned a lot from your videos!
Thanks for tuning in! I don't do paid consultations, but my course is extremely tuned for people in your situation: armatagecandlecompany.com/course
My brother in law dabbles in candle making. I have to show him this channel. Very informative! 🎉
Awesome! Thank you!
Gotta say man you have a great way of explaining this. Alot of BS out there with no actual science or common sense to back it up. Were you a Chem E before candles?
Random question, does the number of wicks in a candle alter the general "diameter" rule of thumb?
My argument? No it doesn’t. I recommend holding the candle to the safety standards (and not the rule of thumb) regardless of wick count.
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You bet!
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This is something i have found to be true! Through testing