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Safety Tips and Burning Instructions
Many people don't realize that there really is a proper way to burn a candle. Here are some tips:
Never burn a candle near anything flammable! Things like curtains, children and animal tails can be deadly. So make sure you burn the candle in a well ventilated area away from anything that might catch on fire or get knocked over.
Keep the wick trimmed to 1/4 inch. Always start a burn with a well trimmed wick, and trim it during the burn if needed. A wick that is too long will create a flame that is too high and affect how the candle burns.
Try to shoot for a burn time of 3-4 hours. You will get the maximum performance out of the candle at that time.
Hug your candle!! (Yup, that's what I said!) As the sides become soft, and at the end of a burn, give it a gentle hug to push the warm wax in toward the wick. this helps with blow-outs and spillage.
Put your candle on a flameproof holder, and make sure it's away from drafts.
And lastly, NEVER, EVER leave a burning candle unattended!!
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