Wax processing

Melting wax: Pots with a handle and a recess for pouring are particularly suitable for heating the beeswax. Double-walled pots that are filled with water are also ideal: e.g. wax pouring pot made of aluminum or wax pouring pot made of stainless steel. This gently heats the wax until it is liquid. The temperature should be between 72°C and 75°C. Higher temperatures can lead to the formation of bubbles after the pouring process and deformation of the candles when they cool down. The most beautiful candles are obtained with pure or clarified beeswax.

Pouring the wax: The liquid beeswax should be poured slowly and in one go into the mold until the top edge is reached. It is only possible to pour more wax a few seconds later without different layers of wax becoming visible. To avoid cracks in the wax, the wax should cool at room temperature. Depending on the size and shape of the candle, this process can take several hours. Complete hardening is particularly important for candles with fine decorations.