Ember & Oak Β· The care ritual

Candle care.
A little ritual.
A lasting glow.

Designed for a perfect burn, every time. A few thoughtful steps to help you enjoy your candle, from the first light to the final glow.

An Ember and Oak wooden-wick candle glowing beside black candle jars
5mmTrim before each burn
2–4 hoursPer burn Β· Never over 4
10mmWax remaining Β· Time to stop
The first burn β€” Ember and Oak candle care illustration

01 / The care ritual

The first burn

Let your candle settle in.

  • Allow the wax to melt fully to the edges of the jar.
  • This usually takes 2–3 hours for a 4oz candle.
  • This helps prevent tunnelling.

A little patience. An even burn.

Wood wick care β€” Ember and Oak candle care illustration

02 / The care ritual

Wood wick care

Small details. A better flame.

  • Trim the wick to approximately 5mm before each burn.
  • Remove any charred wood before relighting.
  • Keep the wick centred for an even flame.

Approximately 5mm before each burn

Trimming your wick β€” Ember and Oak candle care illustration

03 / The care ritual

Trimming your wick

A fresh start, every time.

  • Always trim before lighting.
  • Gently snap off any burnt wood.
  • Avoid long or curled wick tips.

Trim. Clear. Relight.

Burn time β€” Ember and Oak candle care illustration

04 / The care ritual

Burn time

Give your candle time to rest.

  • Burn for 2–4 hours at a time.
  • Do not exceed 4 hours in one session.

4 hours maximum per session

General care & safety β€” Ember and Oak candle care illustration

05 / The care ritual

General care & safety

Enjoy the glow with care.

  • Place on a heat-resistant surface.
  • Keep away from drafts.
  • Discontinue use when 10mm of wax remains.
  • Never leave a burning candle unattended.
  • Keep away from children and pets.
  • Keep away from flammable objects.

Stop when 10mm of wax remains