How to Fix Broken Candles
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Yield:
Things You'll Need:
- Small pot
- Water
- Thermometer
- Old cloth or newspaper
- Lighter
Severed Wick:
- Heat water until it reaches 160° to 180° F. The melting point of wax candles is between 125° and 155° F.
- Dip the broken ends of the candle into the pot until the wax begins to melt. Thin candles only take a few seconds but denser candles take longer. Only melt the end that needs to be repaired.
- Immediately secure the two pieces together in their original form as soon as the pieces are taken out of the water. Hold together firmly for 30 seconds and set gently on a table to air dry.
Wick Intact:
- Place some newspaper or an old cloth on a table. Place the two pieces together and stand the candle right side up on the table with one hand.
- Bend the top piece back so as to fully expose the the two broken ends of the candle. With the other hand, strike a lighter and hold the flame up against the broken ends, waving the flame from side to side until the wax starts to melt, which should only take a few seconds.
- Set down the lighter once the wax begins to melt and immediately bond the two pieces by holding them together with your hands for 30 seconds.