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Candle Safety Guide

Introduction

Candles create ambiance and comfort in our homes and venues, but they also represent a potential fire hazard when used improperly. This guide provides comprehensive safety information for candle users, with specific recommendations for the rawLight candle products. By following these guidelines, you can enjoy the warm glow and ambiance of your rawLight candles while minimising safety risks.

General Candle Safety Practices

Before Lighting

  • Place on stable surfaces: Always set candles on heat-resistant, stable surfaces that are level and away from strong drafts.
  • Clear the area: Keep candles at least 30cm (12”) away from anything flammable, including curtains, decorations, and bedding.
  • Trim the wick: Before lighting, trim wicks to 0.5cm (0.19”) to prevent excessive flames, smoke, and soot.
  • Check for damage: Inspect candles for cracks or damage before use.
  • Remove labels and packaging: Ensure all packaging materials are removed before lighting.

During a Burn

  • Never leave unattended: Always remain in the room with lit candles and never sleep with candles burning.
  • Keep away from children and pets: Place candles out of reach to prevent accidents.
  • Maintain separation: Keep burning candles at least 7.5cm (3”) apart to prevent heat transfer.
  • Avoid strong drafts: Keep candles away from fans, air conditioners, open windows, or high-traffic areas to prevent uneven burning.
  • Use proper holders: Always place candles in appropriate holders designed for candle use.

When Extinguishing

  • Use a snuffer: Extinguish candles with a candle snuffer to prevent hot wax splattering.
  • Never use water: Water can cause hot wax to splatter and may crack glass containers.
  • Ensure complete extinguishment: Make sure the wick is no longer glowing before leaving the room.
  • Wait to move: Allow candles to cool completely before handling or moving them.
  • Check for embers: Ensure no embers remain in the wick after extinguishing.
rawLight Brand Specific Recommendations

Product Features

Pillar Candles

  • Premium wax blend: rawLight pillars feature a slow-burning wax blend that minimizes dripping but should still be used with an appropriate candle plate or holder.
  • Burning time: Do not burn rawLight pillar candles for more than 8 hours at a time.
  • Maintenance: If edges build up, gently fold them inward when the wax is warm to maintain an even burn. Rotate 180° if burning unevenly due to drafts.
  • Storage: Store unused rawLight pillar candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Tealights and Votives

  • Appropriate holders: Always use in heat-resistant holders designed for their size.
  • Complete burning: rawLight tealights are designed to burn completely in one session.
  • Beeswax tealights: Burn between 6–8 hours.
  • Premium tealights: Burn for up to 9 hours.
  • Votive containers: Use holders slightly larger than the candle to allow proper wax pooling.
  • Votive burn time: Burn for up to 24 hours and liquify fully for even performance.
Seasonal and Special Considerations

Holiday Safety

  • Increased vigilance: Be extra cautious during holidays when decorations may increase fire risk.
  • Religious candles: rawLight advent candles should not burn down to decorative elements.
  • Outdoor usage: Use designated outdoor candles for garden or patio; indoor candles are not suitable outside.

Children and Pets

  • Education: Teach children about fire safety and the dangers of candles.
  • Higher placement: Use elevated locations to prevent pet or child interference.
  • Flameless alternatives: rawLight offers LED candles as a safer option.
Product Care and Maintenance
  • Storage recommendations: Store in cool, dry areas away from sunlight and heat sources.
  • Dust prevention: Cover unused candles to keep them clean.
  • Label preservation: Keep product labels for safety and ingredient information.
Environmental and Health Considerations
  • Natural ingredients: rawLight uses soy and beeswax blends with lead-free cotton wicks.
  • Ventilation: Use in well-ventilated areas, especially scented candles.
  • Allergies: Check ingredients if sensitive to fragrances or materials.
  • Recycling: Clean and recycle or repurpose used containers.
Conclusion

rawLight candles are crafted with quality and safety in mind, but even the finest candles require proper handling and attention. By following these guidelines, you can enjoy the beauty and ambiance of your rawLight candles while ensuring the safety of your venue, home, and loved ones. Remember: no candle is worth risking safety—always prioritize proper use and supervision.

For more information, contact rawLight customer service via https://rawlight.com.au.