Best Ways to Use Candles for Spring Cleaning

Spring cleaning is the annual tradition of deep cleaning and the season of yard sales. The time of year when everyone declutters and scrubs everything. However, this season is about more than a simple deep clean, it’s about refreshing your space and breathing new life into your home. It is also a great time to find proper places to store your candle collection, use up old candles, and bring in fresh scents that brighten up a room and clear out the winter blues.

Best Tips for Candle Storage

This season of spring cleaning generally involves a lot of organizing, and one area that is often overlooked is the candle collection. The best tips for storing your candles are as follows:

• Keep them in a room temperature environment that will not experience drastic fluctuating temperatures.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze them.
• Place them away from sunlight, as UV light can make colors fade.
• Store them in boxes out of the way so they do not get constantly moved around and risk damage.

These conditions will help your candles maintain their appearance and keep them fresh for when you eventually use them.

Some people like to display their candles as a part of their decor or simply on a shelf when they plan to burn it in the near future. This is also a great way to show off some of  your favorite scents and keep the ones you frequently use close by. Yet, it is still best practice to keep them out of direct sunlight and in a room temperature space.

While we are the number one supporters of large candle collections, spring cleaning is one of the best times to finish off old candles.

Best Ways to Use Up Old Candles

Using up older candles is a great way to refresh your house as you spring clean. There are many ways to finish off some older candles during this season that can set the mood and brighten your space. Some ways to use up many candles quickly include:

• Mix and match colors to create a fun table centerpiece.
• Use leftover wax in candle warmers.
• Light one that is almost finished while you scrub and declutter to set the cleaning mood.

If you choose to light any of these candles while you dust, scrub, and declutter, make sure that any debris will not fall into the flame or wax pool. Additionally, as you move any curtains, bedding, or other fabric items around your home, keep them away from any open flames. The best way to enjoy your candle during your deep cleaning session, is to first clean the room where you want to light the candle so that it can burn while you are reorganizing elsewhere.

Ideas for Reusing Empty Jars

Once you have used up any jar candles, you can clean out the container and give it new life. For detailed instructions about the best methods for cleaning our candle jars, check out our blog, “How to Get Candle Wax Out of a Jar.” 

An empty container has so many uses while you are reorganizing your home, and getting more use out of a product you purchased is a win-win! Examples for reusing empty jars are:

• Flower vases
• Snack or cookie jars
• Q-tip or cotton ball storage
• Pantry organization
• Mini herb gardens
• Office supply storage
• Art and craft organization
• Making a new candle

If you want to turn your empty jar into a candle, our outlet store is the perfect place to bring your empty jars for a refill. Even if it’s not a jar made specifically for candles, we can fill your old containers with wax and some wicks for you! Some examples of containers that can be turned into candles include ceramic vases, concrete bowls, drinking glasses, and many other styles and materials. If you want to add some functionality to some of your pieces, bring them to our store location at 7241 Paxton St. Harrisburg, PA 17111.

There are a few conditions that your container needs to meet in order for us to turn it into a candle. These are:

1. No other company logos or names are visible.
2. The shape and thickness of the container must be conducive to burning a candle.
3. Thoroughly clean the container.
4. Our staff will need to approve the container before it can be turned into a candle.

These are just a few ways that you can get so much more use out of empty jars, and there are so many more possibilities that can reduce waste and help you get your home organized during spring cleaning.

Once you have finished your deep cleaning session, finished organizing your home, and are ready to relax in your beautiful space, you are finally ready to light your favorite candle or a brand new scent.

Best Time to Light a Candle When Cleaning

After all of the work is done, your home is ready for one final refreshing step, lighting a great scented candle. This is one of the best ways to mark the end of a hard working day and enjoy the comforts of your house.

Many people like to open their windows as they are cleaning and after they have finished to bring in the fresh air. While it is not recommended to light your candles near a draft due to the possibility of the breeze making the candle burn unevenly, there is an easy fix if your candle melts a little funny with the open window. If you notice your candle melting primarily on one side, you can rotate it so that the draft will even out the melt pool. You may need to turn it a couple of times to fully even it out, but this easy fix can allow you to enjoy your candles with the windows open.

Best Candle Ideas for a Fresher Home

Spring cleaning is a process that many people partake in every year. It is one of the best seasons for refreshing your home through deep cleaning, decluttering, and reorganizing. Whether you have a large or small candle collection, there are a few factors that you should look for when deciding on where to store your candles. Choosing the right storage place for your candles will help them look their best until you are ready to light them. This time of year is also one of the best times to use up those mostly burned candles. Not only does it reduce the need for more storage, it may provide more organization opportunities. If you melt all of the wax in a container candle, you can clean out the jar and repurpose it in your home in a variety of places. After all of the spring cleaning is done, your home is primed for a fresh new scent or the warmth of your favorite fragrance. Just remember to rotate it if you keep the windows open.

Get more than just a deep clean this year, get a refreshed home ready for warmer days.