Pillar Candles
Burning a scented candle
Do not be fooled by the name if the candle. Pillar candles are also known as column candles and do come in
a wide variety of shapes apart from the obvious column or pillar shape. The variety of shapes can be
round, oval, diamond, and square, hexagonal, octagonal, what ever type of pillar you can think of and in
any height or diameter. To elaborate further on the shape of pillar candles, these can also be carved in
any shape or colored or decorated is any way that you may desire. It is also possible to create different
shaped pillar candles by means of using molds. Then the possibilities are endless, these molds can be
novelty figurines, novelty shapes and whatever, you would like to create.
Wicking and Pillar Candles
Pillar candles are best made with either flat or square candle
wicks. These candle wicks are designed to curl into itself when burning; making the need to trim the
wick superfluous. In other words, it is self-trimming.
Square candle wicks are braided whilst flat candle wicks tend to be plaited. This renders
the square candle wick more suitable for use in beeswax candles since
the square candle wick is more robust. A candle wick that does not turn into it self will drown in the
melting wax and pose a hazard. A well-made candle wick goes a long way and has its consequences in the
longevity of the pillar candle. Another interesting variation is the use of more than one candle wick
when creating your pillar candle. Multi-wicked pillar candles provide an astonishing amount of light and
warmth and could even last for years if burned properly.
Showing Off your Pillar Candles
Pillar or column candles are designed to be able to stand independently. It is thus a rigid candle. Be
that as it may, the placement of your pillar candle is of great importance. It is recommended that the
candles be placed on heat-resistant candle holders.
Traditional paraffin wax or beeswax is used to make pillar candles. These are available in
a myriad of different scents and aromas. A well-placed collection of pillar candles of different sizes,
colors and shapes and scents can make for a wonderful addition to any room’s décor. Shown off against an
accent wall or a fireplace mantelpiece or even a centerpiece, it can be the talking point of any
conversation.
Do keep in mind safety precautions when burning multiple pillar candles simultaneously: do
place them at least three inches apart.
The most popular of pillar candles is probably the wedding
candle. A wedding pillar candle can be inscribed with the wedding date and couple's names and
different motifs symbolic of the event. Or these motifs can be the ones that are the most meaningful to
the couple.