There are countless ways to fill your home with warm and inviting fragrances. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to different scenting solutions, but no one can turn down a good candle. From creating your own spa-like experience in the bathroom to freshening up your space on a sunny afternoon, candles are a great way to make any space more interesting and elegant.
Not all candles are equal, though. If you want to get the most out of your fragrance experience, you need to choose luxury candles that suit your home’s style and atmosphere. Furthermore, you need to know how to use your candles properly so that you can ensure a safe and luxurious experience with every burn. Discover everything you need to know about choosing and using candles in your home with this complete guide to luxury candles for your space.
Choosing the Right Candle Fragrance
As with any fragrance solution, the first step to finding the right candle is to choose your scent. With nearly endless options available, you can easily find the perfect fragrance for your specific needs. Candles work great with cozy scents. Warm spices, sweet vanilla, or deep earthy and woody notes like amber, patchouli, and sandalwood all compliment the warm flickering glow of a candle.
You don’t have to limit yourself to these options, though. Any scent works great with a high-quality candle, so try tailoring your fragrance to your décor style, the function of the room, or other factors. For example, if you want to light a candle in the bathroom for a luxury spa experience, try relaxing scents like Hotel Collection’s My Way, Dream On, or Desert Rose fragrances. If you want to enjoy a sweet and romantic fragrance for date night, try the intoxicating aroma of Midnight in Paris or Sweetest Taboo. Having a variety of candles you love on hand will help ensure you always have the perfect scent for any occasion.
Paying Attention to Design
The look of your candle matters too. You want to choose something that matches the style of your home. After all, a candle that clashes with your existing décor takes away from the atmosphere rather than enhancing it. The key is to choose candles with a sleek, elegant design that subtly complements any room style. A chic and minimalist design blends in with your room’s overall look to create a piece of décor that looks as elegant as it smells.
Finding the Right Place for Your Candle
Once you’ve found the perfect candle, you need to find the perfect place for it. Proper placement involves finding a surface for your candle that is both safe and functional. This helps prevent accidents and ensures the candle’s aroma fills your entire room.
Keep your candle away from areas with strong airflow, such as vents or open windows. This will help prevent flickering, uneven burning, and other issues. Pay attention to what else is nearby. Stay away from plants, curtains, books, and anything else that will get too hot near the candle’s flame. Ensure your candle is out of the reach of children and pets as well. It’s also important to keep your candle on a heat-resistant surface. You can use candle trays or other décor to hold your candle while it burns.
The First Burn
A proper first burn helps ensure your candle stays beautiful and functional every time you use it. Make sure you have time to burn it for at least a couple of hours the first time you use it. You want to burn the candle long enough that the wax melts all the way to the sides of the glass. This will ensure an even burn and prevent tunneling on subsequent burns, keeping your candle looking good and working properly every time you use it.
Other Best Practices When Burning Your Candle
There are a few other crucial tips to know when using luxury candles for your space. First and foremost, never leave a burning candle unattended. Don’t move a burning candle, either. Once you light the wick, keep the candle in place. If you have to relocate it, extinguish the flame and let the candle cool before picking it up. This helps prevent burns from the hot glass or from hot wax spills.
When you extinguish your flame, use a candle snuffer. Don’t blow out the candle, as this can create embers, cause wax to splatter, or leave a smoky residue on the glass.
Proper Wick and Candle Care
Candles don’t require lots of maintenance, but even a few small habits can go a long way toward preserving the life and beauty of your candle. The most important thing is to take care of your wick. Trim your candle wicks between burns so that they’re about a quarter of an inch above the wax whenever you light them. A neatly trimmed candle prevents soot and minimizes flickering, which helps ensure a clean, safe, and even burn.
The rest of your candle-care habits are simple. When you’re not using your candle, be sure to wipe away soot, dust, and any other debris that gathers on the glass or wax of your candle. Store the candle away from heat and direct sunlight to prevent melting. Additionally, don’t burn the candle once the wax is less than a centimeter tall.
Enjoy a Luxury Experience With Hotel Collection Candles
If you want a truly luxurious experience, look no further than Hotel Collection’s range of candles. With different size options and an elegant range of fragrances, we make it easy to find the perfect candle for any space.
Classic Candles
Our classic candles offer a beautifully simple and compact way to fill your room with the delightful aroma of your favorite fragrances. These single-wick candles are 11 ounces and feature a burn time of 70 hours. They’re great for smaller settings. Treat yourself to a relaxing bath, enjoy a cozy night bundled up in bed, or curl up in your reading nook with a good book. Our classic candles will enhance all these moments.
Deluxe Candles
The deluxe candle collection offers the same quality design and fragrances of our classic candles. The only difference is the bigger size and longer burn life. The deluxe candles are 55 ounces and have a burn time of 300 hours, making them perfect for enjoying your absolute favorite scents.
Infinity Candles
Some of our most exciting candle products are the brand-new, patent-pending infinity candles. Featuring innovative steel candles sitting elegantly in glass jars with our unique infinity oil, these candles deliver the sophisticated look of a gently flickering candle without the hassle of wax or wicks.
Elevate your home décor with a luxury scented candle from Hotel Collection. Explore our candle collection today to find the perfect option for yourself or for a friend.
