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Candle Making Material

Candle Making Material :-

1.) Wax :- Paraffin Wax is the basic candle material and sold at many craft and provision store. It has a melting temperature between 130 F to 160 F. Beeswax is also a good candle making material , but it's slightly costly. It has a longer life because of it's high melting point. Always procure 5% more wax than the weight of the candle planned. To start the work as a hobby 500 gm (approx price Rs 150/=) should be good enough

2.) Dyes :- This is used to give attractive colour to candles. These are available at specific 'Colour & Dyes Shops' (normal Dyes does not produce effect on wax) and are available in liquid and solid form. These are required in very small amount (in milligrams). This is to added in very small amount and the actual colour of candle will be darker than the colour of molten wax.

3.) Silicone Spray / mustard oil:- This is used for easy removal of candle from mould. You have to use this on mould before pouring the wax.

4.) Wicks:- This is nothing but braided cotton. This is available at any craft store in roll/bundle form. A thick wick is required for heavy candle. Select the thickness as per the size of candle (use common sense).

5.) Mould :- This is the most important candle making material, because the quality of mould will decide the finish of candle. The common shape mould are available at craft shop. The mould are available in wood / iron / brass /Plastic etc. material. these moulds can be used for making multiple candle, For making 8-10 candle for a particular shape you may use moulds of 'plaster of Paris'. In Mould Making Section you may read, how to make these temporary moulds.

6.) Gas Stove / Water Boiler :- It's a good idea to have a double wall heater for melting wax. But don't worry. even a simple burner is good enough for hobby.

7.) General Purpose Knife :- This is used to remove the extra wax from candles.

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