Instructions - How do I melt old candles?

Would you like to be particularly environmentally friendly and make a new candle from candle scraps that have already been used? We'll show you how it works!


But first: what are recycled candles?
Recycled candles are candles that are made from previously used candle leftovers or leftover wax. Instead of throwing away the leftovers, they are melted down, cleaned and refused to make new candles. This proces reduces waste and enables sustainable use of resources. 


Get excited to create your own recycled candle!
To give your candle a pleasant scent, you can use special fragrance oils. We also offer candle colors that give your candles a great look!

All you need for your recycled candle is:
  • wax and candle residue
  • A candle or mason jar, a can or a cup
  • CandleCraft fragrance oil
  • CandleCraft candle color
  • Wick(s)
  • A pot or a double-walled water bath (e.g. a simmer or milk pot)
  • A thermometer
  • And a stirring stick 

And here are the instructions to make your own recycled-candle:


1. Prepare materials
  • Choose the container of your choise, such as a glass jar, and clean it
  • Measure or weigh the wax needed
  • If desired, choose a favorite color and have it ready
  • Choose your special CandleCraft fragrance oil

2. Place wick
  • Attach the wick to the centre of the container
  • You can secure the wick to the bottom of the container with a wick stick or a glue dot to keep it straight

3. Melt wax
  • Melt the wax in a wax melting pot or double-walled water bath
  • Pay attention to melting, mixing and pouring temperatures and to follow the wax manufacturer's instructions
    • It is important that the wax does not get too hot, it must not boil and should only be heated to 80°C (use the thermometer for this)

4. Addition of fragrance oil and dyes
  • First add the dye and mix it well 
  • Add the fragrance oil to the melted wax
  • Stir the fragrance oil gently and calmly to distribute it evenly and avoid creating air bubbles
    • The exact amount of candle fragrance oil depends on the desired intensity 
    • Follow the fragrance oil manufacturer's instructions for dosage 
    • We describe further information on dosing the candle scent here

5. Pouring
  • Carefully pour the melted wax into the container, keeping the wick in the centre
  • Allow the wax to cool completely and harden
  • We recommend a rest and drying period of at least 1-2 days

6. Cut the wick
  • Cut the wick to the desired length


Voilà! Your homemade recycled-candle is ready to spread coziness. As an extra you can spread different fragrance oils and candle colors that give your candle great aromas. Just take a look at our CandleCraft shop.

Have fun creating from old to new candles!


Your CandleCraft team

 

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