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Rolled Beeswax Candle Burning Times
The length of time that a rolled beeswax candle burns depends upon a number of factors:
- The diameter of the finished candle (which is partially determined by the length of wax rolled)
- The height of the candle
- The wick used
- How tightly the candle has been rolled – the tighter the roll, the longer it will burn.
The burn times for hand-rolled candles are likely to vary but the following table should give you some idea of what to expect.
| Diameter of candle (inches) | Wax Length (inches) | Burn Time (ins/hr) |
|---|---|---|
| ½ | 5 | 1½ |
| ¾ | 8 | 2½ |
| 1 | 14 | 4 |
| 1¼ | 16 | 4½ |
| 2 | 21 | 6 |
| 2½ | 28 | 8 |
The burn time of a beeswax candle can also be slightly extended by placing it in the refrigerator for an hour or so before lighting it.
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