Happy & Safe Burning
A few reminders from the National Candle Association

• Before burning, always trim the wick to ¼ inch. You can use a wick trimmer, nail clippers, or scissors. Long or crooked wicks can cause uneven burning, dripping or flaring.

• Keep the wax pool clear of wick trimmings, matches and debris at all times

•  Burn candles in a well-ventilated room and avoid drafts, vents or air currents. This will help prevent rapid or uneven burning, sooting, and excessive dripping.

• Do not burn for longer than four hours and cool for at least two hours before relighting

• Never leave a candle unattended.

• Never burn a candle on or near anything that can catch fire.

• Keep candles out of the reach of children and pets.

• Extinguish a candle if the flame becomes too high or flickers repeatedly. Let the candle cool, trim the wick, and check for unwanted drafts before re-lighting.

• Never use a candle as a night light or while you may fall asleep.

• Be very careful if using candles during a power outage. Flashlights and other battery-powered lights are safer sources of light during a power failure.