To clean the outside: Simply dust as needed. Occasionally wipe with any glass cleaner. To clean the inside: Remove the wick. Pour remaining oil into an empty bottle with a screw-on cap for proper disposal. Do not pour the oil down a sink or toilet. Pour a small quantity (1/4tsp) of high-quality granular automatic dishwasher soap into the candle. Fill candle almost to the top with very warm water. Allow to set overnight. The next day, pour out the soap solution and thoroughly rinse the inside with clean water from your tap. Repeat this rinsing process enough times to make certain all the soap solution has been removed and only clear water remains. If possible, use mineral-free bottled water to...
Before You Light Your Firelight Glass Oil Candle Thank you for your selection of one of our extensive line of hand-blown glass sculptures. Each is the proud work of highly skilled American artisans who use only the highest quality crystal-clear glass. With the same reasonable care you would give any glass object, your Firelight Glass oil candle will grace your home for years to come... and become a treasure worthy of passing on. To Fill Your Candle Remove the wick and insert the funnel provided, holding it loosely in the candle so air can escape as you pour lamp oil through the funnel. Fill oil reservoir to no more than 3/4 full for all oil candles and lamps. Gently place...
The Trick -o-the-Wick Although the wick was properly adjusted before your candle was shipped, you should check it before use. Our wicks typically never need to be replaced because they are composed of fiberglass strands, enclosed in a glass tube. So the wick itself does not burn, but draws up oil through the reservoir so only the oil burns off the top. Please be aware that when you change types of fuel - and sometimes even brands of lamp oil - damage to your lifetime wick may result. It might then be necessary to replace your wick because the fiberglass strands can gum together and no longer absorb the oil efficiently. The tops of the fiberglass strands should be exactly even...
Lamp Oil ... We recommend our own brand of lamp oil because they're pure liquid paraffin, custom formulated for optimal performance in our candles, and we know they burn safely and cleanly (producing virtually no smoke or odor). If you have trouble finding our oil ... If you have difficulty finding our lamp oils, please call us at 0 800 330 013 to have the oil couriered straight to you. If you choose another brand, just be sure you use a high quality liquid paraffin. Avoid inexpensive lamp oils because they tend to smoke and emit a stronger odor. Never use kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, paint thinner or acetone because they are unsafe. If You Encounter Problems ... If you have any problems...