Long Cotton Wick

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Product Description

A candle wick is usually a braided cotton that holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle.Flat braided cotton wicks that are created to reduce mushrooming, smoke and soot. Can be used in virtually any application (pillar candle, container candles, votive candles, etc). *Recommendation is based on wick used in paraffin candles. Candles of natural waxes may require larger wicks.A candle wick is usually a braided cotton that holds the flame of an oil lamp or candle. A candle wick works by capillary action, conveying ("wicking") the fuel to the flame. When the liquid fuel, typically melted candle wax, reaches the flame it then vaporizes and combusts.Cotton wicks are made from pure cotton fibers, while other types of wicks may contain additional materials or treatments. Cotton wicks are known for their clean burn and minimal soot. They typically come on a roll, which allows you to cut the wick to the desired length for your pillar candles.