Here are some candle-burning tips we recommend for optimal use:
1. Trim your wick: the most important thing you can do for your candle is to trim the wick to 1/4 inch in length before each use, and each time the candle begins to smoke, or the wick "mushrooms." How often you trim will depend on the candle. Some candles require trimming once an hour, others once every 4 hours. Trimming will allow your candle to have a longer burn time and less smoke.
2. Never burn the candle for more than 4 hours at a time.
3. Store candles in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
4. Avoid burning your candle in a drafty area to minimize smoke. Burn only on non-flammable, heat-safe surfaces.
5. If your candle is burning unevenly, simply extinguish the wick and move it to the center of the container (with a handy tool) while the wax is still soft.
6. Discontinue use when 1/4" of wax remains.
If you leave the wick uneven and the flame close to the side of the glass, the glass could break, so please be sure to take care with regular trimming.