Candle Making Molds – Two Important Concepts
Using candle making molds is a classic and versatile ways to make candles. Using a mold, a candle can be made in virtually any shape imaginable.
Although many different forms can be used for molds, not every hollow form is suitable. Two characteristics need to be considered. Candle makers refer to these concepts as draft and undercut.
Let’s talk about draft first. Draft is the degree of taper in a mold. Without the taper, it would be difficult or impossible to remove the candle from a solid mold.
Molds with parallel sides also work because wax shrinks enough as it cools to allow it to slide out of the mold.
Undercutting is another term you should be familiar with. You can think of undercutting as any part of the shape that would keep the finished candle from sliding out of the mold. This becomes a factor when using molds to make candles with irregular walls or shapes.
Undercutting in a form prevents using solid, one-piece molds to make the candle. There are two ways of handling the situation. One solution is to use a mold with multiple parts that can be separated after the candle has hardened. The other is to use a mold made out of a flexible, stretchable material.
Symmetrical objects are usually casted for candle making using a two-part mold. You could also use a flexible mold, but it isn't required for this type of shape and rigid multi-part molds are more durable. In use, the candle maker clamps the pieces of a multi-part mold together, seals the seams to keep wax from leaking and then uses it as if it were a solid mold.
As I mentioned, you can also deal with undercutting by using flexible molds, which can be stretched to allow the candle to be removed once it has hardened. These molds are often made of silicone or rubber or other plastic materials.
A great resource for information on this subject is: Candle Making Molds
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May be the best tip I can give you that will help you save time and money and avoid frustration is to check out Home Candle Making Made Easy
That book will help you almost completely eliminate the learning curve and have you producing flawless candles from your first attempts.
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