F.A.Q
- Soy wax will not discolor your walls like petroleum byproducts.
- Soy wax is a renewable resource and biodegradable.
- Soy wax burns 30% to 50% longer than paraffin.
- Soy wax is made from a natural, renewable resource grown by farmers.
- Soy wax burns much cleaner and is all natural, non-toxic, and non-hazardous.
- Soy wax burns cooler and longer and holds scent nicely.
- Soy wax emits much less soot than its paraffin counterpart.
- Soy wax can be cleaned up with warm water and soap.
- Purchasing soy products supports America's agriculture and green living.
Why is it important to trim the wicks?
Trimming the wicks is very important. Trimming the wicks will keep the candle burning without any black soot and it will give your candle a longer burn time.
Here is what happens when you do not trim the wicks properly. When a wick gets too long it cannot draw wax all the way up to the top of the wick. Therefore, the wick itself will start to burn. Even with Pure Integrity 100% cotton wicks you will see some soot if your wicks start burning themselves.
How should I trim the wicks & how often?
The wicks should be trimmed to a 1/4 inch every time before you light your candle. You can use a scissors, nail clipper, or candle wick cutters. Your best option is to use our candle wick cutter called the NH Quencher Set.
The NH Quencher is a wick cutter specifically designed to reach deep down inside the candle jar and to catch the broken off wick so it does not fall into the candle wax. In addition it snuffs the candle out as well, no more smoke! Once you try it you will wonder how you ever did without it. We love it and we are told all the time what a fantastic tool it is. Try it today, Its's located in the product section.
IMPORTANT: You should not allow your candle to burn more than a couple of hours at a time without trimming the wicks for the reasons stated in the previous question. If you want to burn it longer you should extinguish the candle, then trim the wicks carefully and relight it. This will give you extra hours of clean burning.
Why do must candles have a hole burning down the center of the jar?
Many candles have a hole down the center because they are using the wrong type and size wick. We have tested hundreds of wicks to assure the proper fit giving the best burn possible.
The proper size and type wick will be able to create a large enough melt pool that extends all the way out to the outer edge. That means no wasted wax around the edges but a beautiful even burn all the way to the very bottom.
What is the average Candle burn time?
Most candle companies give you the maximum time their candles will burn in an “ideal setting”. When we started Naked Homez & Co- Soy Candles we made a commitment to honesty and integrity. Our burn times are based on test burning in a “normal living environment”. We test all of our candles in our living room, our kitchen, or our bedrooms. We burn them for about 1 to 2 hours at a time and we always trim the wicks before lighting again.
The normal burn times for each size candle are as follows:
- 6oz. 25-40 hours
- 10oz. 40-50 hours
- 16oz. 70-75 hours
- 26oz. 110-120 hours.
Why are the majority of candles on the market harmful?
There are several unhealthy aspects in the majority of candles on the market today. First, most candles are made from paraffin wax or a combination of soy and paraffin wax. Paraffin wax is a petroleum by-product. It is refined gasoline. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, paraffin wax is harmful when burned and contains toxins – two that are considered above the excess cancer risk with multiple exposures. This is why we use a 100% soy wax.
How do I know If my candle is Soy?
We use 100% soy wax, no fillers or partial blends of other waxes!
The label on the bottom of the candle should say 100% Soy Wax. If it does not say that it is most likely a paraffin candle. But, keep in mind the candle industry is not regulated by the government so there are candle companies who will claim it’s 100% soy wax and it is really not. You must trust your source.
A great way to tell is by its outward appearance. Soy wax tends to look creamy and soft, sometimes with subtle white discolorations and unique natural markings on the surface of the candle. Paraffin wax has a transparent texture, sometimes with dark discolorations and bubbles or craters on the top.
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How long is Shipping?
3-5 Days (USA) - 2-3 Days Processing Time (Monday-Friday only)
5-7 Days (International)- 2-3 Days Processing Time (Monday-Friday)