4CandlesUK Candle Making Supplies Blog

We currently stock a total of nine different pillar mould sizes and are frequently asked how much wax you should use for each size. Below, you will find a guide of how much wax to use for each of our pillar moulds. Whilst this is only a guide, as the amount of wax used depends on how high the mould is filled, the below measurements are a great reference point for calculating how much dye, fragrance oil, and wax to use for your candles.  If you are interested in making pillar candles for the first time, you can purchase our  Chandler Grey Pillar Kit he re or you can also read our  in-depth guide on how to make pillar candles.   50mm Diameter Moulds: 50 x 100: 160g 50 x 150: 240g 50 x 200: 310g 62mm Diameter Moulds:  62 x 100: 270g 62 x 150: 400g 62 x 200: 550g 75mm Diameter Moulds: 75 x 100: 400g 75 x 150: 560g 75 x 200: 800g If you have a candle making topic which you'd like to see a guide for, please contact us  and we will b...

Pillar candles can be fantastic statement pieces and gifts. However, unlike container candles, they are not designed to burn a full diameter. Instead, they are designed to leave a small tunnel around the outside of the candle, which then burns down as the candle is used. Pillar candles also have a much longer burn time than other types of candles and they can also be a unique selling point for your candle business! Another benefit of pillar candles is that the moulds can be re-used many times - meaning they are both environmentally friendly and more cost effective! This guide will make one 75 x 100mm pillar candle. This candle will have a burn time of over 120 hours! We have a total of 9 different sized pillar moulds so if you’d like to make an alternative size, please contact our team for further candle making advice. What you’ll need:  1 x Double Pan Set (to melt your wax) 1 x Thermometer 1 x Blue Wick Pin 1 x 75x100mm Pillar Mould WickWell P2 Candle Wick (for this diameter,...