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Your cart is empty. Square braid wicks were originally designed for the viscosity of beeswax candles, however, they can still be used for soy and paraffin creations as well. Our square braid wicks are unprimed (raw) and untabbed. Our candle wicks need to be primed with the wax of your choice prior to use. Test burning candles using various wick sizes is recommended to determine the right size wick for your particular application. Total wick length is 10 yards. Each candle making situation is unique. There are many things to consider, from wax types and purity to the material the container is made of. Our recommendations are a simple suggestion to get started. Due to many variables when it comes to products such as this, only experimentation with different configurations will produce desired results.
The first burn of a candle is important in setting the pace for how the candle will burn every other time that it's lit. When you light your candle for the very first time, make sure that it burns long enough to melt the wax all the way to the outer edge. This may take several hours. The general rule of thumb is to let the candle burn for approximately an hour per every inch of diameter. It's also important to not overtrim the wick length every time the candle is lit. A wick that's trimmed too short will not allow the candle to burn hot enough and may cause tunneling. A wick that is not trimmed far enough could cause the candle to burn too hot and may cause smoking.
Robyn
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2024
Wicks burn in candle nicely
William Hearn
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024
With the price of high quality beeswax candles, I thought I would make my own. This wick works really well! Just be sure to pre-soak it in beeswax first. I get a consistent burn with a pleasant amber glow.
Amanda Jean
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2023
These work in my candles that are 3/4 beeswax and 1/4 coconut oil. I used it in 4oz mason jars with a 2.87in diameter and it doesn’t quite reach. Ordered #5 to try out. But it burns well and easy to use. I coat in beeswax before using.
David Calfee
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2023
This wick worked well for beeswax candles. I dipped it in wax prior to pouring the candles. So far have had an even burn with no tunneling.
Runion
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2021
PremiumCraft Square Braid Cotton Candle Wick - #4Very handy if you are into candle making.This is #4 wick, it is heavier than, those very small birthday candle wicks, by about 3 or 4 times.Works extremely well with those special wick bases that heat the wax, usually will burn almost all ofthe wax in the jar.easy to cut and insert to wick bases of correct size. Fairly sturdy, will stand on its own(with wick base) when wax becomes liquified.For candles meant for long burns, tends not to burn away, has a hot flame.This will hold up but if you add scented wax to an already(if you have enough wick for the additonal wax)but a used candle with added wax may get smoke. It is best to just burn it as is. If you put the fire out for later, Just relight it.In some cases, this produces too large a flame/heat and a smaller wick may be better choice.I do not know the seller nor did I get any money or product for my random review.210528 1424
Sienna
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2020
These are great! But it is tricky to get the right wick size - it's a bit of trial and error because your wax mixture can also affect how they burn. I haven't had any issue with them burning sustained, just troubles with tunneling. I've used size #2 and #4 with beeswax/coconut oil candles. Both were too small for a standard Mason jar opening. #2 is probably best for tea lights, #4 for small jars. I repurposed my #2 into a hanging macrame plant holder, so if you get the wrong size you can always do something fun with the rope!
Miranda
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2018
Great quality! I was really impressed when I opened the package and felt these. I made 4 candles with a pound of beeswax, and these wicks were perfect for the size ratio. I could easily make 20 candles I would estimate, in this size with this one package. Possibly more! Great value all around - price and quality.
Sonia L.
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2017
I finally got it right! After searching high and low, trying different wicks and all resulting in candle tunneling, I finally found this one and it worked great on my 4 inch diameter candles. It burns all the way to the sides of the jar and there was no smoke nor did it leave the glass jar with black soot. What I found during my (very long) research is that most reviews of candle wicks were made before people actually lighted their candles. I mean, some wicks I tried were really practical, very easy to use, but then they wouldn't burn right: really low flame causing low heat which in turn would cause tunneling, and then the melted wax ends up putting them out... Sooooo, I was really pleased when I tried these ones and they worked great!!! I'm definitely sticking with this wick for my homemade candles I'm planning to give away as Christmas presents.
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