Candle Care & Safety Tips

At Ever Flame UK, your safety is our priority. Our candles are designed and tested in compliance with BS EN 15493:2019 (Candle Fire Safety) and BS EN 15426 (Sooting Behaviour). Please read and follow these tips for safe candle use.

1. General Candle Safety

• Always follow the safety pictograms provided on the candle label (required under BS EN 15493).
• Never leave a burning candle unattended.
• Keep candles away from flammable materials (e.g., curtains, paper, fabric).
• Place candles on a heat-resistant, stable surface to prevent tipping or heat damage.
• Keep candles out of reach of children and pets.
• Extinguish candles before leaving a room or going to sleep.

2. Burning Guidelines

• Trim the wick to 5–6mm before each burn to prevent smoke and excessive sooting (BS EN 15426 compliant).
• Do not burn a candle for more than 4 hours at a time.
• Keep at least 10cm (4 inches) between burning candles.
• Allow the entire surface to melt on the first burn to avoid tunneling.
• Keep the wax pool free of matches, wick trimmings, and debris.

3. Extinguishing Candles

• Use a candle snuffer or wick dipper instead of blowing out to avoid splattering hot wax.
• Wait until the wax is cool before moving the candle.

4. Storage Tips

• Store candles in a cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent fading or warping.
• Cover or store candles in airtight containers to preserve scent and quality.

5. Container Candle Care

• Stop using container candles when 10mm of wax remains to prevent overheating or cracking.
• Always place container candles on heatproof surfaces.

6. Compliance & Safety

Our candles are tested to meet UK and EU safety standards and carry the required safety pictograms, including:

7. Best Performance Tips

• Burn candles in areas free from strong draughts.
• Rotate decorative candles for even burning.
• Check wicks for carbon build-up (mushrooming) and trim when necessary.