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Candle Basics

We're proud of the quality of our products. Our candles and packaging are made with the very best materials. To ensure beautiful and safe burning every time, we encourage end-consumers to adhere to the following instructions:

  • Never leave a burning candle unattended.
  • Never leave candles within reach of children and pets.
  • Never burn candles in drafts or near flammable items.
  • Always remove all packaging, labels and accessories before lighting candles.
  • Always trim candle wicks to 1/4" before lighting to ensure safe, quality burning.
  • Always burn candles on heat-resistant, sturdy holders to protect tabletop surfaces.
  • Always burn decorative candles on heat-resistant holders that will contain wax as they melt.
  • Always make sure taper and votive candles are standing upright and secure in holders before lighting.
  • It is recommended to never burn candles for more than 2 hours at a time.
  • It is recommended to keep melted candle cores free of wick trimmings and all other items.
  • It is recommended for you to put a spoonful of water into a votive holder prior to putting a votive candle into it to make removal easier once the candle is used.
  • If air drafts cannot be avoided, it is recommended that candles be rotated occasionally to ensure even burning.
  • It is recommended to cool candles completely before relighting to prevent risk of injury from melted wax.
  • It is recommended to not burn candles when only 1/4" of the candle remains.
  • It is recommended to store your candles in cool, dry, enclosed
    environments that are not too warm or cold to prolong the life and improve the performance of your candles.
  • It is recommended that candles be extinguished with snuffers to minimize smoke and dripping wax.


If you have any further questions regarding candle usage or would like us to send you more information any of our products, we encourage you to e-mail us at info@dmwcandles.com

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