Wooden wicks, explained
The look and the crackle, and what they are made of.
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Why people like them
The NCA says wooden wicks have become popular for their look and the soft crackling sound they make.
The forms they come in
Per the NCA, wooden wicks come single-ply, multi-layered, curved, and in decorative shapes. They can be all wood, semi-wood, fibrous material, or cotton and wood combinations.
Wick choice still matters
The NCA says choosing the right wick is critical to a candle that burns cleanly and properly. Wax, size, shape, color, and fragrance all play a part.
Sources: National Candle Association, Elements of a Candle: Wicks.
FAQ
General information only. Never leave a burning candle unattended, and keep it at least 12 inches from anything that can burn. When you heat wax, stay with it, and turn off the heat if you leave or see smoke. Never use water on a wax fire. If you can do so safely, slide a lid over the pot and turn off the heat; if the fire does not go out, get everyone out and call 911 from outside. Read and follow the Safety Data Sheet and instructions from the maker of every wax, wick, fragrance oil, and dye you use.
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Flat, square, cored, wooden.
