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The First Burn: Why It Decides Your Candle's Whole Life
The first time you light a new candle sets the pattern for every burn after. Here is how to get it right — and what happens if you don't.
How to Fix a Tunnelled Candle (and Stop It Happening Again)
A candle that burns a hole straight down the middle wastes half its wax. Three simple ways to rescue it — and the habits that prevent it.
How to Trim a Candle Wick (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Five millimetres is the magic number. A quick guide to trimming wicks for a cleaner flame, no soot and a longer-lasting candle.
Why Does My Candle Jar Turn Black? Causes and Easy Fixes
Black rings on the glass are soot — and they are almost always preventable. What causes them and how to clean the jar.
Candle Safety at Home: 10 Rules Worth Following
Candles are calming — as long as they're used safely. Ten simple rules for homes with children, pets, curtains and festivals.
How Long Does a Candle Really Last? A Guide to Burn Time
From 4-hour tealights to 70-hour three-wick candles — what determines burn time and how to make your candle last longer.
How to Store Candles So They Keep Their Scent
Heat, light and dust are a candle's enemies. Simple storage habits that keep candles fresh for months — even through Indian summers.