Pouring beeswax candles

Molds for beeswax:

Silicone is particularly well suited as a molding material because no release agents are required. For very complex and complicated patterns, however, it is still advisable to spray the inside of the mold with silicone spray so that the finished candle can be removed from the mold more easily.

Silicone casting molds are easy to care for. Any wax residue can usually be easily wiped off with a microfiber cloth. Due to the elasticity required, the casting molds can become deformed if stored incorrectly. They should therefore be stored upright if possible and not subjected to any stress. The rubber rings should not remain on the molds during storage, but should be stored separately. To completely prevent deformation, wax can also be poured into the mold as a core and then left there during storage.

Wax processing:

Beeswax is valuable and has a long tradition. A bee colony produces 500 to 1000g of wax per year. The melting range is typically between 61 and 65°C. Higher temperatures can lead to enormous foaming and also to deformed candles due to shrinkage during cooling. Pure beeswax forms structures particularly precisely and has low shrinkage. Give the wax enough time to harden. Slow cooling, ideally overnight at room temperature, is ideal.

If the candle does not come out right away, place it in the refrigerator for a short time. The wax will contract in the cold and you will be able to easily remove your candle from the mold.

Wicks:

Round wicks absorb the relatively viscous beeswax best and burn optimally. It is essential to note the direction of flow. The round wicks are braided, with a clearly visible “V” shape. The opening must face upwards in the direction of burning. The wick thicknesses specified are recommendations. As different types of beeswax can have very different burning properties, burning tests should be carried out before producing larger quantities in order to determine the optimum wick thickness.