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A well-maintained candle lasts two to three times longer. Here are 10 simple tips to follow from the very first time you use it.

1. The first burn is crucial
Let the candle burn until the entire surface is liquid (1 to 2 hours). This prevents the ‘tunnel’ effect, which wastes wax around the edges.

2. Trim the wick before each use
A wick that’s too long produces black smoke and burns through the wax too quickly. Trim it to about 5 mm.

3. Don’t burn for more than 3 to 4 hours at a time
Any longer than that and the wick will curl and the wax will overheat. Blow it out, let it cool, then relight it.

4. Extinguish the candle properly
Use a candle snuffer or dip the wick into the liquid wax. Avoid blowing it out, as this produces smoke.

5. Centre the wick
After extinguishing, centre the wick in the still-soft wax to ensure even burning.

6. Avoid draughts
Wind causes the flame to flicker and the wax to burn unevenly.

7. Protect from dust
Cover the candle or store it in a clean place. Dust affects the burn.

8. Store away from light
Direct light can discolour the wax.

9. Use up leftover wax
Leftover wax can be melted down in a wax melter.

10. Choose high-quality wax
Soya wax naturally burns more slowly than paraffin wax. That’s a good place to start.

Conclusion
By following these simple steps, your LueursYL candles will last much longer. Discover our collection of decorative candles.