Candle Appearance Problem
Troubleshooting Guide

Candle Makers - to troubleshoot candle appearance problems, just answer the questions in order. Please note that some problems may be caused a combination of things and may require more than one use of this troubleshooter. Fix one problem at a time then run through the troubleshooter again if a problem persists.

1. Does the candle have air bubbles?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 2.
2. Does the candle have horizontal lines?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 3.
3. Does the candle have lines and bubbles?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 4.
4. Does the candle have pinholes?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 5.
5. Is the candle oily, or weeping oil?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 6.
6. Is it a jar candle that appears to have wet spots?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 7.
7. Does the candle have snowflakes on it?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 8.
8. Is the candle surface powdery?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 9.
9. Is the candle fading?
   If yes click here, if no continue to question 10.
10. Is the candle a different color than expected?
    If yes click here, if no see below.

If your problem does not fit into any of these categories, please search our knowledgebase. If the answer is not in the knowledgebase, click here to submit your question.

Background Information
Most candle cosmetic problems due to incorrect pouring temperature. Often the problem can easily be corrected by modifying the pouring temperature depending on the problem. Candle makers may also encounter cosmetic problems that are not temperature related, but these are less common.

Disclaimer: The information presented here is accurate to the best of my knowledge and common candle making practices as of the time of this writing - January 2006. The author and the publisher accept no liability for the use or misuse of any of the information presented in this article. This article is presented for informational purposes and is used at your own risk.

Author: Bob Sherman

Publisher: Bobby's Craft Boutique Inc.

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