{"title":"Pillar \u0026 Molded Candle Wax","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarder waxes that stand on their own: for pillars, votives and molded candles. Use these with silicone and acrylic molds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blended-waxes-bw-921-natural-pillar-wax-blend","title":"BW 921 Natural Pillar Wax Blend – 100% Soy Wax","description":"\u003cp\u003eBW 921 is an all-natural pillar blend from Blended Waxes Inc., made from 100% soybean oil with soy-based additives, for molded and scented pillar candles. It sets with a smooth, creamy, off-white finish and is hard enough to stand without a container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the manufacturer's sell sheet says\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood mold release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-blended, no additives required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh fragrance load: up to 10%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not creep or slump at temperatures up to 130°F (54°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts dyes and colorants well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBloom resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use BW 921\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelt slowly in a double boiler or wax melter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance up to 10% and stir gently for about two minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into molds at 160–180°F (71–82°C) and let the candle set undisturbed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecap: top up any sinkhole around the wick once the candle has partly cooled. The manufacturer notes the pour process may include recapping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCure for 1–2 weeks before burn testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWick selection for pillars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pillar wick has to consume the wax without breaking through the outer wall. Starting points for testing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\" pillar:\u003c\/strong\u003e start with a small wick and check the melt pool depth after four hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3\" pillar:\u003c\/strong\u003e start with a medium wick, aiming for a melt pool that stops short of the outer wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\"+ pillar:\u003c\/strong\u003e consider a large wick or a multi-wick layout to avoid tunnelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-wicked pillar keeps a thin unmelted shell so it holds its shape as it burns. Burn test every wax, fragrance, dye and diameter combination before production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCandle sticks in the mold:\u003c\/strong\u003e let the wax cool fully before releasing. A short chill can help, but avoid sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrosting on the surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e common with soy. Pour slightly cooler and cool slowly in a draft-free space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinkholes around the wick:\u003c\/strong\u003e expected with soy. Recap with a small second pour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeak scent throw:\u003c\/strong\u003e make sure fragrance was mixed in fully and give the candle a full cure before testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair BW 921 with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/candle-molds\"\u003ecandle molds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrance-oils\"\u003efragrance oils\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/candle-dye\"\u003ecandle dyes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blended Waxes Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2 lb","offer_id":40164491690033,"sku":"ECS-WAX-BW921-2LB","price":13.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":40164491722801,"sku":"ECS-WAX-BW921-5LB","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb","offer_id":40164491755569,"sku":"ECS-WAX-BW921-10LB","price":55.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 lb","offer_id":40164491788337,"sku":"ECS-WAX-BW921-20LB","price":97.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45 lb","offer_id":40164491821105,"sku":"ECS-WAX-BW921-45LB","price":172.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/6925\/9313\/files\/BW-921soywaxwebsiteimage.png?v=1710167293"},{"product_id":"igi-4625-wax","title":"IGI 4625 Paraffin Wax – Premium Pillar Candle Wax Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003eIGI 4625 (Parafflex® 4625A) is a paraffin-based formulation from IGI (The International Group, Inc.) for scented pillar, votive and other molded candles. It is supplied in slabs, sets hard with an opaque finish, and releases cleanly from molds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy makers use IGI 4625\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard, freestanding pillars and votives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, opaque surface that shows colour well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContracts as it cools, which helps release from the mold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-blended: melt, scent and pour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use IGI 4625\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelt the wax to about 185°F (85°C) in a double boiler or wax melter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd fragrance (up to 10%; around 6% is a good starting point) and dye. Remove from heat and stir for about two minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into molds at about 180°F (82°C). Warming the mold slightly gives a smoother surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs the candle cools, poke relief holes near the wick to release trapped air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo a second pour to fill the sinkhole left by shrinkage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the candle set at least 24 hours before releasing it, and allow about 5 days for the fragrance to develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe melt point and needle penetration in the specs box come from IGI's technical data sheet. Pour temperature and fragrance load are typical maker guidance, so test before production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IGI","offers":[{"title":"10 lb","offer_id":40840443985969,"sku":"ECS-WAX-IGI4625-10LB","price":54.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 lb","offer_id":40840444018737,"sku":"ECS-WAX-IGI4625-40LB","price":154.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/6925\/9313\/files\/logo-igi_be2fb6aa-9793-45ec-a2e3-1628feb244ee.png?v=1762988406"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.essentialcandlesupply.ca\/collections\/pillar-candle-wax.oembed","provider":"Essential Candle Supply ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}