EastVan Bees - Wide Pillar Candles
- Regular Price
- $29.00 CAD
- Sale Price
- $29.00 CAD
- Regular Price
- Unit Price
- per
We hand pour and hand wick these candles in our wax to make a beautiful and classic pillar candle that can be used in your home or special event
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3" x 3" pillar (8 cm tall) - 35-45 hours total burn time (approx)
3" x 4" pillar (10 cm tall) - 55+ hours total burn time (approx)
All our candles are created from the highest quality beeswax, capping beeswax. Capping wax is the cleanest wax the bees produce that seals the cells of the honey. We cut this wax off when we extract the honey and then filter it to 1 micron. We practice sustainable beekeeping so never take more honey or wax than the bees are OK with (we ask them!)
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Beeswax releases negative ions when it burns. Pollen, dust, dirt, and any other junk in the air all carry a positive charge, and that is how they can be suspended in the air. The negative ions released from burning beeswax negate the positive charge of air contaminants, and the neutralized ions are sucked back into the burning candle or fall to the ground. Many air purifiers and water filters harness this effective negative ion technology.
We use natural cotton braided wicks with no additional materials added
Beeswax will burn clean and with no or very little soot. The wax is environmentally friendly, non-toxic, and biodegradable. You could even eat it, although we don't recommend that.
100% Canadian Beeswax
Beeswax will burn at a very high temp so will burn 2-5 times longer than other types of wax. You can even use our tea lights for a heat source!
When lighting a beeswax pillar candle, it's often beneficial to light the wick from the base rather than the tip.
How to Light the Wick from the Base:
- Tilt the Candle: Hold the candle at an angle, so you can easily reach the base of the wick with your match or lighter.
- Position the Flame: Place the flame of the lighter or match close to the base of the wick, where it meets the wax. Once it ignites, the flame will move up the wick naturally.
- Allow a Steady Flame: Wait until the flame becomes steady and the wax around the wick begins to melt before setting the candle upright.
This method helps to ensure a slow, steady, and clean start to your candle, which improves the overall quality of the burn session.
- Initial Burn Time: The first time you light your beeswax pillar candle, let it burn for 2-3 hours or until the melt pool reaches the edges of the candle. This prevents tunneling (a situation where the candle only burns down the center).
- Wick Length: Before lighting, trim the wick to about ¼ inch (6 mm). This ensures a steady, controlled flame without excessive smoke or flickering.
Additional Tips
- White Bloom: If you notice a white, powdery "bloom" on the surface of your beeswax candle, it's a natural feature. You can buff it away with a soft cloth to restore the candle's sheen.