Candle Testing & Wick Testing Overview | My Process for Testing Candles

Candle Testing & Wick Testing Overview | My Process for Testing Candles | Making Test Candles

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3 жыл бұрын

Most new candle makers are told to test their candles. But, how? Why? In this video, I will discuss the 5 factors I evaluate when testing my candles. AND, then how I go about actually making test candles, burn time tests, etc. Lastly, I debunk a few candle testing myths as well. Thanks for tuning in and for your support!
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@gracep717 3 жыл бұрын

This is most definitely THE BEST and detailed video I have seen..and boy have I seen videos and read anything anywhere I could. Thank YOU!!! You have assured me in a couple of details that I was worrying about..you have no idea how relieved I am. I can't wait to get back to work. THANK YOU!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks for the feedback Grace!

@daveclarke5246 Жыл бұрын

Great video, reinforces the fact that if you want to be a good creator it isn't going to happen overnight, like all good businesses it takes time and effort so for those in the same position as me (new to this) good luck, never give up and you will succeed

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

💯👍

@krutikrishnan890 3 жыл бұрын

This is the most detailed and best video I’ve come across about candle testing. Thanks Wade!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

😊 Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

@shielaparuli9016 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, watching from PH

@karenssutphin5085 2 жыл бұрын

He is so helpful and considerate, I love his videos

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

☺

@corgimama4988 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! You are so succinct and clear for a beginner. Your suggestions are being taken to heart!❤

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. 🤗

@snurrfilm1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Wade! Very helpful and much more specific than others I’ve seen. Now I feel like I can test better knowing what I’m looking for!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

No problem Linda. Thanks for watching!

@Suzi_Missouri 3 жыл бұрын

Your tips and tricks are so helpful. Thank you so much for this video. Your time and attention to detail are deeply appreciated. 👌

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thank you so much for the kind feedback. ☺

@lalainecodina8933 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wade for this wonderful video. This is what I really need the most right now. Love to watch more of your videos.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks!

@s44577 2 жыл бұрын

And this is a proper explanation! Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad to help! :)

@butterflymuse2707 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I'm in the process of testing right now and this gave me a few extra things to think about! Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You're welcome!

@starciacockett3695 3 жыл бұрын

I've been feeling overwhelmed with testing and this helps so much. Thank you!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! :)

@amarylliscruzjustiniano1053 3 жыл бұрын

This is, by far, the best testing video out there. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for the kind feedback and support! 😊

@angelapovar8554 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the information! The mushrooming and the flickering was driving me crazy. Thank you for clearing that up and thank you for so much details!! Amazing video!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

No problem. Thanks Angela for the feedback!

@melissaledesma3208 3 жыл бұрын

I'm rewatching this video. It makes more sense. Wade is so helpful

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

😊

@user-sg8vw8pc2o 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. Such amazing information!

@willowwarrior47 Жыл бұрын

Thank so much for making such detailed videos! So many of your videos has helped me.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

No problem

@colettejordan8974 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much as always you provide great information that really helps me.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Thank you for being here and your support!

@pimmypoi 3 жыл бұрын

Another GREAT knowledgeable video Wade!!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Poi!

@brendaburke345 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved this video. I have been making candles for 6 years now and still am always looking for good testing advice and you nailed it with this video. I am in a group that always talks about how hot your jar should be or not be while it’s burning and I’ve been checking mine to see so it was good to hear your explanation as I have felt too that it’s going to get hot as there is a flame inside of a jar. I am going to watch your wick video next. Thanks Wade for all your helpful tips and tricks. Look forward to trying the twisting of the wick, as my htp 93 will sometimes curl down on me.

@karendwyer8499 2 жыл бұрын

AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing this. I am new to candle making and this was so helpful. You are the best!!

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

No problem! Thanks so much Karen! :)

@scottfletcher1956 3 жыл бұрын

I love how Wade's videos make me feel like a genius. The first year of candle making can be very stressful 😫. This video just explained so much. Im way to picky about my testing. I guess that is a good thing though. Thx Wade! Just keep making em, we'll keep watching 👀😎

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

🤣 Thanks Scott! Will do!

@inspired00707 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely right up there as one of the best channels for any potential chandler to watch, great explanation and the right amount of detail. I was watching as you went through the numbers thinking safety safety safety and there, in at number 5 with a bang it came! Definitely in my top 3 channels for anyone that wants to learn the art of candle making whether for a business or a hobby, really good stuff, well done

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the kind feedback. Glad you find it helpful and I appreciate the comment!

@melindat5711 7 ай бұрын

I have been subscribed to your channel from the beginning. I just wanted to say THANK YOU for being the best You Tuber candlemaker/instructor. I started making candles just for fun about 5 years ago. I haven't made any for over a year because my life has become a train wreck. And I moved back in March and can't find any of my notes, so I'm basically starting from scratch with everything. I've been rewatching your videos and am so thankful that you share your knowledge with all of us. From one Thomas to another, thanks again!!!

@tawanalm 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video!!! I love all your videos

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@kattaylor9294 Жыл бұрын

Once again great content in your video. I'm slowly catching up with all your videos. Who knew that candle making was such a science? You did! I love it and look forward to when I start creating. I'm in the info gathering phase right now. Thank you for your time and commitment to all, especially us newbies. ❤

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

No problem A thanks Kat!

@cristaf833 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! Thank you!! It makes me feel good to hear that I am on the same track as someone with more experience. I feel like I’m doing it right 😄

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! 😁

@queklt2266 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your tips! Very detailed in the technical aspect :)

@warriorsgreatness6182 2 жыл бұрын

Great teaching video. Much important detailed information. Excellent tips, tricks, professional expertise shared generously. Appreciate and wildly applaud your great work. Thank you so very much for all the time and effort you put in. Mucho Gracias.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@sharengunther5994 9 ай бұрын

Great content..on all your videos. Im new to this industry, so Ive been researching as much as I can. I love your videos, have learned a ton. Thank you, keep up the great work.

@michaelgosney5635 3 жыл бұрын

Very, very good video on a confusing topic regarding candle making. Thank you so much for sharing!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

No problem Michael!

@marylees8983 Жыл бұрын

I am so excited you made this! I just decided last night to test this way and I questioned if I was over thinking things? And then today I see this video! like you I want to make sure I provide the best candle to my customers. So grateful I saw this!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

🥰❤️

@crystalawalker-selby6296 2 жыл бұрын

I’am considering candle making as a hobby maybe to add to my business. I have been getting my info through books, internet and experienced candle makers. You are so awesome and knowledgeable! Thank you so much for your videos! They are truly awesome!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Crystal. Happy to help

@henriettamendes7307 3 жыл бұрын

Another helpful video,thank you so much

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome!

@Hooch737 4 ай бұрын

Wade, technical expertise is no question. What should be addressed is your delivery of that info. As a newbie sometimes I have to listen 2x, but I’m getting there. Your thoughts and concepts are so well done, even I can grasp most. So much thanks, so much respect. Thank you

@BlackTieBarn 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much. I appreciate that. Keep going!

@letlhogonoloramatu 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I just did my first testing this evening before launching my business and I would definitely keep the criteria of pass/fail in mind.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

❤

@greekozygirl599 Жыл бұрын

this video was super helpful, thanks Wade😁

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! :)

@user-iy2ym4xp3m 2 жыл бұрын

So helpful! Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Np!

@mandyneu3717 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, Awesome Information! Thank You!!!

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Of course! Thanks for the feedback! :)

@Niarasnicheco. Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this testing video. I'm just now starting out making candles and didn't know where to start for testing my candles . I'm a bit perfectionist as well and don't want to out anything out there. Your videos are so detailed and helpful. Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Great! Glad to help. And good luck to you!

@nx8481 3 жыл бұрын

I’m just about to test my first candle right now. Good timing with the upload lol thanks

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome! :) Good luck!

@shondagordon5156 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the information. I was getting so frustrated with my melt pool in my candle. 😩 I am starting out and I have been testing, testing and retesting vessels, wicks, FO and wax. Thank you again for you amazing videos and information.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

No problem Shonda! It can definitely get frustrating sometimes

@Ashpruitt Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for all the informative videos, my daughter and I are going to start making candles and all your videos have truly helped us with great information.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

That's great! Good luck Ash!

@KalmPath 3 жыл бұрын

I am testing my first candles and this video is great

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Good luck!

@RadiantbyNovaLee Жыл бұрын

You are my go to for videos on candle making. You are informative and detailed with out a lot of extra bla bla. I find a lot of other people who create candle making videos are new themselves and don't possess the knowledge and experience that you do. Thank you for sharing as this would be even more frustrating and trying with out your videos.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks grace. I appreciate that. You actually bring up something that had been on my mind lately. I've been getting tons of requests for a video on my you tube channel. I've always been hesitant because well.... sharing numbers sometimes comes across odd. But also don't necessarily want to encourage the wrong idea ya know. I have a channel based off my business and not the other way around. I'm happy to share and I will just hope it is taken the right way. Because i agree I think there is a lot of fluff out there which doesn't help anyone. But also think it's important to focus on the business first, channel second. It's what worked for me as well. Thanks for being here!

@kimutzman3352 3 жыл бұрын

Ohhhh... Now I see! Doing two separate test burns with the best performing wick makes absolute sense. I usually just do an abusive burn and call it a day. Glad I've only limited my sales to friends and family at this point. Phew! Thanks, Wade! You're the best!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kim! Glad you enjoyed! 😁

@ginamarie2782 3 жыл бұрын

Wade!! You’re the BEST! This is beyond helpful. My process? Lol kind of, well it seemed good but it’s not after hearing this. I need to do more. I’m definitely going to change the way I’m testing, it’s not enough. It will push my opening date more but I have to feel confident in my product. Thank you ! Thank you! Thank you for sharing! I appreciate it so much!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gina. And you are welcome. Glad to help! :)

@drrobotnikmeanbeanma 2 жыл бұрын

Do shoe strings and yarn 🧶 burns efficient or good like yarn ??

@Jspbusinesstalks444 2 жыл бұрын

you are just a blessing and l thank God for making you. l have learned so much from your wisdom

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Ty Jennifer.;)

@suejones1969 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this I am brand new to candle making not out of a kit and the process you have is so helpful I am so grateful. Thanks again for your insight and advice.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

No problem Sue. Happy to help!

@suejones1969 3 жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn thanks so much 👍

@susansantucci3358 Жыл бұрын

The explanation on the melt pool was super helpful! Too often I get a nice melt pool at 3 hours, but then testing days later I get different results. Testing is absolutely the hardest and longest process. And yet the most critical. Thank you for the wonderful videos you make for us!! 💞

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

No problem Susan. And yes it is!

@MakeupMobster Жыл бұрын

Yes it is! I feel like I’ve been testing forever!

@belindaear1082 3 жыл бұрын

Finally! A well-informed and scientific candlemaker! :) Thank you for all the explanations!! You're very generous with your knowledge. :)

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Belinda! I try to help when I can. :)

@angel_arabella 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I found you on YT. New stubbie. The information has helped. I’ve only tested about five candles so far but this has helped me a little more.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Great! Thanks Angel!

@janetmartin136 2 жыл бұрын

This video so informative. I'm pretty new at candle making and wasn't clear on what I'm testing for. At least I have a "how to" process that I can follow. Thank you so much. 👍

@janetmartin136 2 жыл бұрын

I also feel assured that some flickering isn't the end of the world. That used to worry me so much. Thanks again.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Np at all! I always try to improve my own getting processes as welll. Will share anytime I change something significant. Also, some flicker is DEFINITELY not end of the world. Lol

@evitacastor1593 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thank you!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rosafunchal1151 2 жыл бұрын

Wade.....what a GREAT VIDEO....LOVE IT.....LOVE ALL THE DETAIL.......☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆♡♡♡

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rosa!

@gargeejagam3732 5 ай бұрын

The wick flickering is okay, thank youuuuu for sharing this information. I would have otherwise wasted so much time and resources to get this right. Thank you so so much. Love all your videos and they are very helpful and informative for a business in the process of testing ❤

@BlackTieBarn 5 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@SunnieMo_ Жыл бұрын

You are amazing. Thank you so much!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thank you. No problem!

@15RunAway 2 жыл бұрын

It's so hard for me to sit and listen through a tutorial of significant length but I've learned it's gonna be worth it to hear what Wade has to say.. I'm like "Ok Wade said this may happen and when it does do this", and when I do, that's exactly what happens!! Lol.. Thanks, man! You have my trust...

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

😁 Thanks Dan. I appreciate the feedback. I know some videos get lengthy as I want to make sure I cover details and not just fluff.:) thanks so much for the support!

@jaredcook4577 3 жыл бұрын

Pink candle in the thumbnail looks great!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jared

@tracyfuller4054 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Wade, test, test, test, and test again.. It may be the death of me, but I'm gonna do it LOL! Thank you so much for breaking this down exactly how you do it, so helpful! I'm excited to get started!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Tracy!!! 😁🤣😅😆 No problem! :)

@sammytak1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video very helpful I found that with my wax 464 soy and my cd18-6 wicks are a great combination I test and have good ht and ct and there good in my 8oz and 10oz jars I do full day burns with no problems.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

That's great!

@kcrot2566 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou great advice

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@sarahfichuk6904 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the part on wick flickering!!! Mine flicker no matter jar, fragrance, fragrance %, wick type, and wick size. Makes me feel a lot better

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

👊 :)

@melissaledesma3208 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wade for this video. OMG testing is a pain. I have been testing for 6 months and just being to picky, but I'm getting no HT with the Jelly Jar so I'm switching jars. Thanks for your help

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Yah, testing can be tedious for sure.

@shamylgomez6297 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your experience, it was helpfull. Greetings from Dominican Republic.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

❤️

@jonnytsunami9015 2 жыл бұрын

I am so thankful for your content. I liked every video beacause I'd really pay for this information thank you!

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jonny! I really appreciate that!

@arnelaarnold629 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining the melt pool. I have had nothing but issues with too much flame dancing and a large flame, mushrooming and the glass gets quite hot after a few hours when past 50% mark. Ive tried several wick sizes and preferred the results of the smaller wicks but ruled them out due to them not hitting the common melt pool expectation. Il go back and look at smaller wicks...fingers crossed i can solve these issues!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Good luck! :)

@AdrianJ 3 жыл бұрын

Wow so glad you made this, there are not enough videos like this available. Thank you Wade for all the knowledge you share with us!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Thanks for being here Adrian! Feel free to share! 😁

@her.saving 3 жыл бұрын

this helps a bunch, especially since I'm wick testing a harder paraffin wax, which requires wicking up. definitely right about multiwick candles achieving a melt pool quicker than the standard one wick candle, I've got one going now and its got a mp in 3 hrs, tiny bit of wax residue, MP under 1/2 in deep, 3 lx 14...some may say oh that's perfect but I'm gonna try 3 lx 12. again thanks for the videos, I really enjoy them

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your feedback. Glad you enjoying them.

@ClassySmiles 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! Your candle kungfu is strong!! LOL! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with the masses!!! Your insight and experience is greatly appreciated!💖💖

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

😁😍 thank you!

@caraisticnails7949 2 жыл бұрын

i would love to see a video with you live testing your candles.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

I'll definitely add that to the list. I'll have to plan how that would work logistically but great idea.

@jessicamationg3272 3 жыл бұрын

I have this store where they give a specific wick for a certain diameter/measurement of a jar... Good thing u uploaded while it's still on the cart... Guess i have to try every with wick they offer and see what best fits my standard

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Yes definitely test. They give good starting points. Most suppliers do. But they are just that, places to start. Its impossible to have a specific wick that works because wax type makes the biggest difference. And fragrance as I discussed can make a difference too. Thanks for being here and your support. Good luck to you! 😁

@gabyb5520 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much . Your videos are helping me a lot. I am planning to star making candles and I didn't know where to start. But with your help I am getting there. Also I am very nervous about the wicks I am not sure what yo get. I have no clue the difference. Thank you so much.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Gaby. The main thing with wicks is.... knowing the wax your going to use first. And then your jar. Those two will decide your wicks mostly. Do you know what wax and jar yet? And have you seen my wick video. It's about a year and half old but I plan to an updated one as well at some point

@belenaranda4714 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you🙏🍀

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome! :)

@nguyenmanhan124 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your video. It’s really useful to newbie like me. It’s good in your place you have a lot of choices of wicks. In my country, I can only find 2 kind of wicks which is ACS or CDN wicks. 😁

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Yeah thst is a bummer. I've use cdn but not ACS

@smileyash1013 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tip on wick flickering!!! I definitely have been stressing myself out lol

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

👍❤

@gina254 Жыл бұрын

If it wasn't for you, I would of given up on a candle business. Thank you Wade for all your knowledge

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

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@jenwaller1064 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful insights as usual I'm testing new wicks and waxes at the moment and having dramas trying to double wick large tapered jars tunnels are oblong. Hmm

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Yah they can be tough. Oblong is normal for a while. If sized properly... will often catch up. But it's normal for sure. If jar is large enough you cN try 3 wicks if necessary as well but probably too much.

@jenwaller1064 3 жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn thx for that.. I'm in Aust and a lot of suppliers here rebrand the wicks with their own Initials and number according to burn diam as a guide (as well as selling cdn/htp)

@jho1256 3 ай бұрын

You have been such a great resource for all things candle making and have have definitely helped focus and narrow my process down in my own exploration. One question about variance testing - do you trim the wicks in between burns? I'm guessing a good combo mix would simulate 'reality'...

@sheizm888 3 жыл бұрын

Testing this week on candles my unscented was amazingly perfect. Pool lovely, burn slow and not over 2inches at highest point. My tin test was hot to touch but able to move from one room to next without scorching fingers. Maybe that’s normal. I didn’t mix fragrance very well into wax and boy did I learn that could be dangerous my glass jars reflected that the most. I counted 3 flames in jar with one wick for a moment ! 😅After watching different fragrance mixing and testing videos I feel my most recent batch will be better. So far cold throw is yummy but I can’t wait to burn, completed two different better mixed fragrance batches... wish me luck!

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck! And, yes.. being able to move a candle between rooms even though it's hot is great.

@sheizm888 3 жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn awesome, it certainly felt right! & Thanks, Working on my website building tonight! I am not a tech genius, I’m going to need all the luck I can get! 🍀

@debraleroy2370 2 жыл бұрын

I Just Love watching your candle teaching channel! I Know you are a candle maker as well, but you are simply amazing ! I have a question I have been testing the 10- oz apothecary Jars. The wax I am testing With Is 50/50 blend of Paraffin and soy. also C-3 Nature wax. okay I have tested 1 - wick only in each jar wick - Cd-20, Cd-22 a very nice burn almost a full pool with Cd-22. also tested 1- wick only Eco 12 - Eco 14 -, Eco, 16. Then I doubled wick Eco 2 - and Eco 4 no luck! Now this was Testing with the C 3 - Nature wax. My first attempt right now is the Paraffin soy blend and I have doubled wicked with L x 12, L x - 16, L x -18 and I have a feeling 2 out of 1 is over wicked lol ! but worth a try! My Diameter of this 10 - oz Apothecary is 3 5/8. I also Ordered zinc core wicks I have a great bundle of different sizes of these (Premier wicks) but I will try these as well with my Paraffin / Soy Wax blend. I also ordered every Htp - wicks that I could. Just asking if you can give me any advice on a couple of wicks I can test? Thank you so much!

@lisagil3178 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best video I’ve seen! Thank you for sharing!! How long after you make a candle do you start testing? I’m using 415 soy wax.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the wax. Anything but soy... 2-5 days. If mostly soy or all soy, week or so. I also get in the habit of every once in a while pulling a candle from stock that has been there for like a month + and testing again. I like to make sure it behaves the same as way as initial test showed even after sitting a while. :)

@mattbohnert1151 Жыл бұрын

Thank you as always very informative. I am new to candle making and love your videos. Quick question how do you go about testing your melts?

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Nothing fancy just pop them in a warmer and try to Guage how many hours scent exists. ;)

@joanna31b Жыл бұрын

Have you ever used firefly wicks? I absolutely love them! He hand makes these in Florida I think. They work so well for me!! 😁

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

I have not. 🙂

@sarahharris8783 Жыл бұрын

Hello I absolutely love your videos and I am so grateful for your help. I notice you said you use different wax for your melts then you use for candles. Interesting never even considered it would matter. Can you please let us know what wax is used for wax melts.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Yes that is quite normal and common. Wqx melt waxes should be a bit firmer where container candles are usually softer. Try provlend 650, pillar of bliss, or c55

@samavery7969 3 ай бұрын

Sorry, this may be a silly question but would it be ok to clean out the old wax and wick from the jars you use to re-use the same vessels for test candles? Thank you so much for sharing so much knowledge and experience, it’s really appreciated. Love your videos

@beautyandbeyond0602 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Wade for your informative video as usual, I have two questions: 1- Regarding the mushrooming,, when you mentioned that if we had mushroom after approximately 7 hours this to be considered (ok), so my question is: did you meant here this a continuous 7 hours or it is 3 hours first burn and like 4 hours second burn??? I hope you get my point and I hope you can see my question in this old video 2- Regarding the power burn test during the vraiances burn test, what would be the rest time between each burn? thank you in advance, I really apperciate your respond

@hazel2060 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Wade, I've seen so many of.... actually I'm thinking all of your videos.....didn't you have one that you offered a candle testing chart. Thought it might be with this video. Thanking you

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Here you go! :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e7Cid8im1J6teaM.html

@tammyhorrigan6459 2 жыл бұрын

Wade, love your videos coming all the way from Australia! I'm having such issues with my wood wicks. Very low flame, almost just simmering. Is this because the width of the wick and the compatibility of wax is not right? I'm using a Coco soy blend for a 3.5'' diameter vessel and my wick is 14mm. It's so stressful!! :) Keep the videos coming. I'm learning so much. Thanks.

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tammy. Thanks! Woodwicks are finicky and don't work well in all waxes. So thst may be the reason. Sometimes it's the specifc FO. If you don't think it's wither one of those.... Keep experimenting with wicks sizes both thickness and width.

@angieclark40 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos! They are so informative and make so much sense. I do have a couple of questions that I can't seem to find the answer to.... I use Soy/Coconut/Paraffin blend. How long do I let it cure before I can test? Also, once tested, if obvious no go, is it ok to dig out the wax, remelt and reuse it to test another wick in the same jar? Thanks again! You're the best! :)

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

I don't use that wax myself. But to be sage if test after 2 or 3 days and then again after 2 weeks to check for consistency. Yes you can reuse for testing purposes. And thank you. :)

@mochs62512 3 жыл бұрын

Ugh i hate testing, but its gotta be done! Im actually testing premere wicks in my 8oz candlescience tins with 6006.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Yes... lol. It can be very frustrating at times! 😆

@nickgarber413 Жыл бұрын

Hi Wade! First, thanks for all your great videos! I've relied on them a lot & really appreciate your efforts. Also super excited to get my Premier wicks from you! One question about candle safety: do you measure the temperature of the outside of the jar with an IR thermometer or do you just use your hand. If a thermometer, can you give a maximum temperature I should aim to stay under? Thanks!

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

I do both. But ASTM standards recommended under 175 °F. I try to stay around under 160

@cabinzencollective Жыл бұрын

Wade - I've been trying to wick an 8 oz amber jar candle with Problend600. It's Bonfire by The Flaming Candle Co. I used the HTP wick you used in the video where you taught how to make 6 oz jar candles in your kitchen. The flame burns super slow and a bit weak but burns consistently. I wicked up to a CD6. The flame doesn't soot, smoke, or dance but it's at least, an inch in height. What should I do? I'm a graduate student, trying to launch my website but keep encountering wick issues. Thank you for your time and always commenting or acknowledging everyone's post.

@cindyguerrero3802 3 жыл бұрын

So I shared your video as I felt a lot of old and newcomers needed to see this. Well guess what, I got fact checked claiming it was partially false. Omg now these people are going to tell us how we make candles are false. Just thought I share

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Lol. Its okay. People always like to argue and put other stuff down. It's nature of the world we live in. Not everyone agrees about everything. And we all do this differently. There are lots of ways to do things in candle making. Was just sharing how I do it. My right or wrong, just a preference. :)

@tammybennett4368 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This is really helpful. I have been wicking to get that full melt pool on the first burn, and in my testing today a couple of my candles seemed overwicked at the half way mark...back to the drawing board! Can I ask how long you were in the testing phase for before you launched your business? I feel like it is going to take me forever LOL

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tammy. I took my time 10 years ago. I didn't start selling or operating as a business unlike at least a year of making, testing, and learning. But... at that time there were no resources, youtube channels (shameless plug), online suppliers and help were limited, and so on. So it took longer back than as we literally had to figure everything out ourselves and it took a while. Fortunately, I had business knowledge so that part I was pretty comfortable with. These days, its easier to learn candle making but I do see a trend of people rushing the "business" part too quickly without taking the time to learn it. But that doesn't apply to everyone obviously. My advice...don't feel like you need to rush it. :)

@lnichol87 Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry if this was addressed, but I found your channel and it is so helpful! When you do the Variance Burn Schedule, how long do you want between burns? in the Proper Burn you said you wait 4-5 hours, but I didn't want to assume it was the same.

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

Yah for letting them cool in between there really isn't a set time because larger jars or deeper melt pools might need longer to cool. Certain waxes need longer too. So I wouldn't necessarily day they all need to be 4-5 hours. Just long enough to reharden

@maybelislopez9933 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, this was definitely helpful. I'm struggling with wick testing a lot, and I'm not sure if you mentioned this part and I missed it, but how long should it take for a full melt pool, based on container diameter?

@BlackTieBarn 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Maybelis, I didn't reay answer thus specifically because it depends on the wax. Some wax is soft and will get a more faster than one with a higher melt point. But it doesn't mean either is wicked right or wrong. For example, melt pool between a soft spy wax or a soft problend 600 wax is quite different than a wax like 6006 which is more of a soft slush for the first few burns. If you get a consistent melt pool for the majority of the candle without it tunneling or getting too hot you are in good shape.

@maybelislopez9933 2 жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn thank you so much. I'm using 6006 and been going crazy trying to wick some of my containers properly.

@samantha3493 3 жыл бұрын

new subscriber love your videos. can you make some video using 464 and wooden wicks with that

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

It's on my radar. :)

@sandywest4299 Жыл бұрын

tyvm

@BlackTieBarn Жыл бұрын

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@Brendaninc 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video - exactly what I was looking for on the testing process. Do you ever do fragrance tests? For example, you are aiming for a ‘woodsy’ or ‘outdoorsy’ type scent and buy two different but similar FO.

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes. That's generally how I find ny keeper's. But it can get expensive so I definitely didn't start that way

@Brendaninc 3 жыл бұрын

@@BlackTieBarn revisiting this video as I am about to do my “round 1” test. When you say ‘full burn test’, what do you mean? Is this a 3-4 hour burn, or something different?

@BlackTieBarn 3 жыл бұрын

@@Brendaninc I most likely was referring to doing a full burn test... meaning. 3-5 hours at time and through the entire life of the candle. :)