How to Make Your Candles Last Longer – 5 Simple Steps

First off, if you are burning your candle for the first time, allow the candle to burn for at least 3 hours. This is called a “candle memory”

• First off, if you are burning your candle for the first time, allow the candle to burn for at least 3 hours. This is called a “candle memory”.
• You want to make sure that as much of the wax melts as possible so that it will melt evenly each time in the future. This will help prevent the candle from tunneling.
• If you don’t want to wait three hours on your first burn, you can use a candle snuffer to put out the flame after the first 2-3 hours. Let cool, then trim wick by 1/8″ before relighting.

The second thing you should do is trim your candle wick every time before you light your candle.

• To avoid any drooping, smoking, or misfiring of your wick, simply use scissors or nail clippers to trim it down to 1/4 inch before lighting.
• Another way to keep your wick in check is to dip it into the melted wax and pull it straight out again whenever you’re extinguishing it for the night. This will prevent any ash or residue from building up on its surface and interfering with its ability to stay lit.

The third thing you can do to make your candles last longer is avoid drafts.

The third thing you can do to make your candles last longer is avoid drafts. This can be harder than it sounds because drafts can come from things that aren’t immediately obvious, like windows, doors, or even the small gap between a door and the floor. It’s best to keep candles away from these areas entirely so they don’t get blown out prematurely.

Other sources of air movement include desk fans, ceiling fans, and air conditioners (central or window units). Candles near these items will burn through their wax a lot faster. In fact, if you place a candle under an overhead fan, you’ll likely see it completely disappear in less than five minutes!

Candles should also not be used in vehicles (including cars and boats) or on airplanes because they contain moving parts that produce drafts as well.

Another thing you can do to make your candles last longer is not burn them for more than 4 hours each time.

It’s a good idea to not burn your candles for more than 4 hours at a time. If you let the candle burn for too long, it will build up a layer of soot around the globe which is likely to discolor it and ultimately cause your candle to burn out quicker (and inefficiently). Each time you light the candle again, it will build up further layers of soot until you finally won’t be able to see through any part of the glass anymore.

The fifth tip is to follow the instructions on how to store your candle and how long your candles will last.

The fifth tip is to follow the instructions on how to store your candle and how long your candles will last. The instructions are usually printed or labeled on the bottom of the candle or box and will tell you how to store it, as well as how long it will last. If you follow these instructions, your candles should last at least half their life span.

Candles are a great way to add atmosphere to a home, but they can be costly if not properly taken care of. Follow these easy steps and enjoy those lovely scented candles longer!

• Preventing your candles from burning too quickly is a must for not only those looking to keep their homes well-lit and smelling sweet but also for frugal shoppers. With these simple steps, you’ll never again have to waste money on candles that burn too fast!

First, make sure you’re keeping them out of drafts. This might seem like an obvious step, but you’d be surprised how many people think they’ve burned through a candle much too soon because of this vital mistake.

If you’re wondering how to protect from drafts without completely limiting ventilation or making it difficult to enjoy the scent of the candle itself—don’t worry! You don’t have to go that far. There are plenty of great options out there if you want a more decorative solution than simply putting the candle behind another object (like a vase).

You know those lanterns with cute little LED flameless candles inside? Those work wonders in preventing drafts while giving your home the right look and feel. A quick search online will bring up plenty of great options.