Handcrafted artisanal candles are a stylized representation of the light that brightens the areas in which they are displayed. Not only can scented candles provide a serene sense of beauty to modern interiors, but they also lend effortless elegance to dining tables and high-rise dressing tables with mirrors.
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Stand for Candles
A candle stand is not just a block of material on which candles may be placed; they are well-crafted pieces that are meant to catch the eye. Additionally, they provide a feeling of completion to an otherwise boring environment.
There are several attractive candle stands on the market that is typically built from freshly forged (and sometimes recycled) metal, wood, and other materials. Indeed, metal candle holders may be beautifully embellished with images of majestic birds in an exotic, dreamlike landscape.
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Lantern
Not only are candles enclosed in a glass lantern intended to showcase an outdoor environment, but they also lend a bit of elegant flair to any inside room. By emphasizing a historical appearance in the interiors, a lantern and a few candles may create a multidimensional effect that brilliantly lights all corners of a house.
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Glasses
Nothing is more visually appealing than candles wrapped in clear glass. Together, they create a rustic atmosphere that is ideal for a bedroom or loft space. Indeed, they appear lovely when placed near a mirror, since they reflect light like a star.
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Tables
A row of candles on a dining table adds a romantic touch to a candlelight supper. One may choose large or medium-sized candles that are either put within stands or directly on the tables. Tables made using methods that emphasize various colors and details instill a feeling of tranquillity and serene beauty. Additionally, candles may be maintained on the wooden side table of your living room or bedroom to accentuate this romanticized interpretation of meals.
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Bathroom
When candles are used to adorn bathrooms, they transform even the tiniest spaces into calm havens of luxury. Arrange the candles in the bathroom on a tray beside wrapped towels, flowers, and bath items.
For years, scented candles have been all the rage. They come in a variety of colors, shapes, and sizes, provide soothing smells that help to soothe the mind, and may even serve as a decorative element to bring a unique touch to any part of your house.
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Room of Prayer
Candles, which are already an integral feature of many pujas, may also be utilized to beautify prayer spaces. Almost every home in India has a tradition of burning a diya or candle during rituals and festivals. Not only are scented candles an excellent replacement for agarbati, but they may also be used instead of a diya.
Let’s face it, there is no lack of options when it comes to purchasing scented candles. You’re spoiled with choice, but how do you choose?
The following are some helpful hints for selecting a scented candle for your home:
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Scent
Floral fragrances are not just for women. Picking the aroma of your candle, like choosing a perfume, is subjective. Each of us has a preferred scent, and some individuals are more sensitive to the aroma than others. A nice scented candle should gradually release/disperse its fragrance.
It is critical to consider the location of your candle. For instance, if you’re looking for a smell for the bedroom, you’ll want something calming or relaxing, but not overpowering.
Lavender is said to have a relaxing aroma and the ability to alleviate anxiety. Additionally, it has been shown to calm the body and mind, hence improving sleep quality.
Recently, it has been said that Jasmine, with its exquisite white flowers and pleasant aroma, has a surprise sedative effect. Individuals who tried this experienced a higher overall quality of sleep, and unexpectedly, its effects were even stronger than those of lavender.
Having said that, any smell that makes you happy might assist encourage relaxation and sleep. When you smell anything that triggers a pleasant memory or excitement (for example, the fragrance of sunscreen), your body produces natural, soothing hormones that function as a nice precursor to a restful night’s sleep.
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Time spent on the fire
The burn time is determined by the shape and size of the wick, the kind of wax used, and the location of the wick. There is no use in having a delicately scented candle if it is not long-lasting.
The wick should be maintained as short as possible. If the wick is too long, the flame will be larger, causing the candle to burn faster; if the wick is too short, the candle will burn unevenly, resulting in thick black soot on the glass. This might even result in the glass shattering! Visit the blog for our wick trimmer.
The longer your candle burns, the more value you get and the longer you may enjoy the scent.
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Design
While the perfume is the primary attraction of a scented candle, for some of us, the appearance or design of the container in which the candle is contained is as essential.
While fragrant candles do contribute to the creation of an environment, when they are not lighted, they take on the appearance of an ornament. Several of our fragrance candles come in a Posy vase that looks fantastic lighted or unlit. On the bright side, the vase may be reused after the candle has burned out.
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Space
Consider the room for which you are purchasing a scented candle. For instance, a basement bathroom is much smaller than the rest of the home. As a result, you’d want to avoid anything too overpowering in there. Whereas if you’re purchasing a scented candle for a kitchen, you’ll likely want something intensely perfumed to mask the smell of cooking or baking.
Placing your scented candle in a well-ventilated room or a high-traffic location, such as your hallway, will assist the aroma in dispersing throughout your house. This way, you’ll get the most out of your candle decoration while also spreading the aroma around your home.
