http://www.kokimo.com/university Just another WordPress weblog Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:24:02 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Our brand new 10 KW PV Solar Panel System generates plenty of power for our candle making needs! Installation done by www.sunvoltssolar.com For more information on installing PV Solar in Ontario, visit www.powerauthority.on.ca/FIT http://www.kokimo.com/university/photos-of-our-new-solar-powered-candle-factory/ The following books and web sites have been used to gather information for the Candle Database section of this web site. Books Oppenheimer, Betty (1997) The Candlemaker’s Companion. Storey Publishing, USA Lea, Sandra (1999) The Encyclopdeia of Candlemaking Techniques. Running Press, USA Nicol, Gloria (1999) The Complete Book of Candles. Lorenz Books, London Web sites National ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/sources/ Cast and molded – These candles are made by pouring wax into a pre-formed mold or shape. Once the wax has cooled the candle is removed form the mold. Dipped – These candles are made by repeatedly dipping a piece of wick into a container of melted wax. The results are ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/methods-of-candle-making/ Container – Any candle that is poured into a container and burned within the container. The container prevents wax from dripping. Pillar or Column - A rigid candle that is thick in diameter, with one or more wicks to be used on a heat-resistant non-flammable surface Novelty – These are irregularly shaped ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/candle-shapes/ Candle - one or more combustible wicks supported by a material that constitutes a fuel which is solid, semi-solid, or quasi-rigid at room temperature, 68 Fahrenheit to 80 Fahrenheit (20 Celsius to 26 Celsius); it can also contain additives which are used for color, odor, stability, or to modify the ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/basic-terms/ Flame drowns If the wick was trimmed too short and the flame is drowning out, follow these steps to remedy it.  Extinguish candle and VERY CAREFULLY use a paper towel to absorb some of the melt pool to relieve the stress put on the wick.  You want about 1/4” of the ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/troubleshooting-your-candles/ Candles are delicate and easily damaged. The action of one candle rubbing against another candle can mar their surfaces. Candles stored improperly can bend, crack, melt, become discoloured, or simply look worse for wear. Taking some simple steps toward careful packaging and storage of your candles will ensure that they ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/storing-candles/ Candles will fade slowly over time. Fading occurs more readily when candles are placed in direct sunlight and indoor sources of UV light for an extended period of time. Candles should not be placed in a window, expose them to bright outdoor light or place them under indoor spotlights. Not ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/candle-care/ Sooting and Wick Safety: All candles produce minute amounts of soot that is similar to the soot given off by toasters and cooking oils in the kitchen. None of these everyday sources of soot present a health concern. To minimize soot, candle users should keep wicks trimmed to 1/4 to 1/8 ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/sooting-and-lead-concerns/ Candles create a warm, inviting feeling within the home during the holidays and throughout the year however, frequent candle usage can create problems for your home’s interior if the candles are not used properly. Candle smoke can  leave dark shadows (ghosting) or soot on walls and furniture. This can be avoided if the following ... http://www.kokimo.com/university/how-to-minimize-indoor-pollution-from-candles/