Candle Care

These candles are designed to melt, slump and change shape as they burn. The wax flow is unpredictable and will travel beyond the base. That's the point, but it means they need more care than a regular candle. Please read this guide in full before you light one, and keep it for reference.

Before you light it

- Place it on a large, stable, level, non-flammable, heat-resistant surface, such as a ceramic plate, stone or metal tray. Leave room for the wax to spread well beyond the base.
- Keep it well away from children, pets, curtains, furniture, bedding, books, paper, drafts and anything else that can catch fire.
- Keep burning candles at least 10 cm apart.
- Trim the wick to about 5 mm before each burn.
- Burn in a well-ventilated room.

While it burns

- Never leave a burning candle unattended, and never fall asleep with one lit.
- Keep hair, loose clothing and hands away from the flame.
- Keep burns short to help the form stay stable.
- Don't touch or move the candle while it's lit or while the wax is still liquid. Hot wax can cause burns.
- If the flame becomes too large, smokes or flickers repeatedly, put it out, let the candle cool, trim the wick and relight.
- You can slow the wax flow by putting the candle out and plugging cascades, but it goes against how the forms are designed to behave.
- Stop burning before the flame reaches the base or the surface underneath.

Putting it out

- Use a candle snuffer, or gently dip the wick into the melted wax and straighten it. Never use water, as hot wax can spit.
- Make sure the wick is no longer glowing before you leave the room.

Wax spills

- Let spilled wax cool and harden completely before lifting it off. Hot wax can mark or damage surfaces, which is why a protective tray matters.

Looking after it

- A natural white bloom can appear on the surface over time. Remove it by warming the candle lightly with a hairdryer on low, keeping it moving.
- To remove dust, use a soft, dry cloth or brush.
- Keep candles out of prolonged direct sun and hot places, such as cars, windowsills and near heaters, as they can soften or warp.

Burn times

Burn times aren't listed because they vary too much to be accurate. These objects are designed to change, not to burn in a predictable way.

Important

A lit candle is an open flame. Post Objects candles are sold on the understanding that they are burned responsibly and in line with this guide. We can't accept responsibility for injury, loss or damage caused by misuse or by not following these instructions. Our full Terms of Service apply.

Questions? Email info@postobjects.com.