When choosing a pillar candle, there is several specific factors that you should consider. These factors include diameter of the candle, the height of the candle, the type of wax in the candle, and the size of the candle holder. By understanding each of these factors, you can make a decision about which pillar candle will work more better for your home.
A size chart can help you to determine each of these factor. The diameter of the pillar candle will determine the type of lights that it will produce and how long the candle will burn. A wider candle will produce more light and burn for longer then a narrow candle.
How to Choose a Pillar Candle
A narrow candle may be suitable for small area in the home. However, a wide candle will provide the best light for large dining table. The height of the pillar candle is a second factor to consider.
This factor is somewhat secondary to the diameter of the candle. Taller candles draws the eye upward. However, you will need a wider candle to ensure the stability of a tall candle.
A tall, narrow candle will be unstable when lit. A tall candle should of have a wide diameter to avoid this problem. Another factor to consider is the type of wax in the candle.
The type of wax determine the burn time and the cost of the pillar candle. Paraffin wax is a common wax because it is cheap and retains its color. Soy wax is another plant-based wax that burns for longer than paraffin wax.
Beeswax is natural but more expensive than the other two type of wax. The wax will depend on the frequency of lighting the candle and the scent that is required in an environment. The size of the candle holder is critical to match with the diameter of the candle.
A pillar candle that is wider than the holder will not fit into the holder. A size chart can help you to choose the right holder for each candle so that the candle is safe to use. The burn time of the pillar candle is dependent on the diameter and the height of the candle.
A wider candle will burn for longer than a tall, narrow candle. The wider candle will have multiple wicks. The multiple wicks will produce a full melt pool of wax that reach the edges of the candle.
This will prevent tunneling of the wax. Tunneling of the wax will ensure that a candle burns even throughout its life. Specific care of the pillar candle will extend the burn time of the candle.
Trimming the wick will ensure that the flame of the candle is the correct size for the diameter of the candle. Allowing the candle to burn for the full melt pool will help the candle to develop a memory that will allow for even burning of the candle. Additionally, a candle tray that is larger than the base of the candle will help to contain any drips of wax caused by temperature changes in the candle.
Pillar candles produce a significant amount of heat. Hence, you will need space around the candle for safety when it is lit. You should also ensure that you stop burning of the candle when there is only a small amount of wax left in the candle.
A wide pillar candle with multiple wicks will produce a significant amount of heat compared to narrow pillar candles. Hence, it will require significant attention to it’s surroundings. By following the care habit described above and using a size chart to determine the dimensions of each candle, you can select a candle that will work according to your intention.
