{"product_id":"meche-pour-bougie-montage-socle-paraffine","title":"Paraffin waxed TCR wicks on base","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTCR waxed paraffin wicks for container-mounted candles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTCR waxed paraffin wicks on a stand are designed for container and moulded candles. Their \u003cstrong\u003eparaffin coating\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures that the wick holds better during filling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese candle wicks are just as suitable for handmade creations as they are for more technical products. They are \u003cstrong\u003ecompatible with vegetable, animal and paraffin waxes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I choose the right size candle wick?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of \u003cstrong\u003ewick size\u003c\/strong\u003e depends on the diameter of the \u003cstrong\u003econtainer used\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003edosage of fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e and the presence of any \u003cstrong\u003ecolourants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe more fragrance, colouring or dense vegetable wax a candle contains, the larger the wick size may need to be. In this case, you should choose \u003cstrong\u003eone or two sizes larger than those shown in\u003c\/strong\u003e our table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that our \u003cstrong\u003ecorrespondence table\u003c\/strong\u003e is based on \u003cstrong\u003ecreations without added fragrance or colouring.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDiameter of your container\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength of your container\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable wick reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 to 80 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 to 80 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe diameters of our containers\u003c\/strong\u003e are indicated in the technical details of the product sheets.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWick too small\u003c\/strong\u003e = tunnel effect or flame extinction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWick too large\u003c\/strong\u003e = excessive flame, smoke or overheating of container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA suitable wick\u003c\/strong\u003e = melts the wax over the entire diameter with a height of 10 mm (pool).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombustion tests are still essential to determine which candle wick is best suited to your formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are in any doubt about your choice, we recommend that you consult our guides to choosing a candle wick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur advice on using TCR wicks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo attach your \u003cstrong\u003ecoated wick to the holder\u003c\/strong\u003e, pour about 2 mm of liquid wax into the bottom of the container and then immediately place the wick in the centre. After about 15 seconds, the wick will be held securely in the wax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use a \u003cstrong\u003eself-adhesive tablet\u003c\/strong\u003e or a special \u003cstrong\u003esticky wax\u003c\/strong\u003e to make positioning easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter pouring\u003c\/strong\u003e, leave about 7 mm of wick visible on the surface of the candle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore each lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e, cut the wick to about 5 mm to ensure a clean, even burn. Avoid draughts and light the first wick long enough to melt the surface evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor large containers\u003c\/strong\u003e, several wicks may be needed to ensure even combustion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor moulded candles\u003c\/strong\u003e, TCR wicks on a support can be used with an adapted technique. Place a nail or thin rod in the centre of the mould before casting to create a passage for the wick. Once the candle has cooled and been removed from the mould, remove the nail and insert the supported wick into the opening. Make sure it is centred and straight to ensure even burning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terre de Bougies","offers":[{"title":"50 \/ P-TCR24\/14 - L100","offer_id":45973116682492,"sku":"MS-PTCR-L100-50","price":8.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 \/ P-TCR24\/14 - L200","offer_id":45973116715260,"sku":"MS-PTCR-L200-50","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1772\/5436\/files\/tcr-serie.jpg?v=1769078188","url":"https:\/\/tarredebougies.com\/en\/products\/waxed-wick-on-sustainer-100mm","provider":"Terre de Bougies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}