Paper Core⢠Wicks
Paper Core⢠Wicks
š Paper Core⢠Wicks
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Structure: Braided cotton outer with a paper filament core
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Material: 100% natural fibers
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Burn Characteristics:
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Provides increased rigidity compared to cotton core
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Produces a less aggressive flame
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Best For: Votives, pillars, and containers
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Advantages:
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Ideal for candles that need a more upright wick
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Often used in high-fragrance candles
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š§µ Wick Numbering System Explained
Wick numbers like 44-20-18 or 60-44-18 represent specific designations used by manufacturers Atkins & Pearce to describe:
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Outer braid size (first number)
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Core size/type (second number)
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Tab size or braid configuration (third number)
These numbers correlate with performance metrics like:Ā While this is a starting point the type of wax and additives can also affect the following elements.
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Rate of wax consumption (ROC)
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Flame height
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Melt pool diameter
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Total number of ends (strands)
š Paper Core Wicks
| Wick # | Description | Best For |
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| 34-24 | Not listed in ROC charts, but typically used for small containers or votives | Small candles |
| 51-32-18 | Similar to cotton core version, but with added rigidity due to paper filament | Medium containers |
| 60-44-18 | Strong flame, good rigidity, used in large containers | Large candles |
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š§Ŗ Wick Selection Tips
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Test burn each wick with your specific wax, fragrance, and container.
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Consider double wicking for wide containers.
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Trim wicks to ¼ inch before each burn to reduce mushrooming and soot.
Wicks have a 20mm base and 6mm neck sustainer and are coated with high temp Natural wax and are 6" tall.Ā Except the 34-24 which is 20mm base and 3mm neck and 2.5" tall.
IFRA Information
IFRA Information
Fragrance Oil Notes
Fragrance Oil Notes
Scent Notes
T: Bright orange, balsam
M: Cuddled with jasmine, rose
B: Smooth vanilla
Materials and care
Materials and care
Merchandising tips
Merchandising tips
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