Starting off as a hobby for the couple in 2002, TK Connect Candles began making candles in canning jars bought at local auctions. They shared their creations with friends, family, and co-workers, and suddenly they started getting more requests for candles. A few years after the original candles were produced, the company has grown into a thriving company that continues to produce soy and beeswax candles.
TK Connect Candles not only sells their own brand of candles, but also sells top brands from across the web. We strive to find candles that are a safe and clean-burning alternative to paraffin candles.
Candle Care Recommendations
Candle safety
Do not burn candles near anything that can catch fire. Keep candles out of reach of children & pets, and never leave a burning candle unattended. Keep burning candles away from drafts, vents, ceiling fans and air currents. Always burn candles in a well-ventilated room.
Wick trimming
For optimum performance, we recommend trimming wicks after each burn. When trimming wicks, extinguish the flame, let the candle cool, and trim the wick to 1/4 inch before relighting.
Burning recommendations
Extinguish candle after 3-4 hours of burn, or when the wax pool reaches the sides of the jar. Discontinue use of a candle when 1/2 inch of wax remains at the bottom of the jar. This will prevent possible heat damage to the counter/surface or the candle container itself. Our candles are not intended for outdoor use, and for optimum performance we recommend burning them indoors.
Frequently Asked Questions About Candles
Are candles made from petroleum-based products safe?
Validated scientific studies have shown that all major candle waxes exhibit the same basic burn behavior and produce virtually identical combustion byproducts, both in terms of composition and amount. To date, no peer-reviewed scientific study has ever collected or analyzed any emissions data on any candle wax, including petroleum-based paraffin, and proven them to be harmful to human health.
Are scented candles safe?
Consumers can be confident that a well-made and properly burned candle, whether scented or unscented, will burn cleanly and safely. Although there are no known health hazards associated with the use of scented candles, unfounded concerns about the safety of man-made fragrances vs. “natural” fragrance materials and essential oils continue to pepper the popular media and Internet. The fragrances approved for candle usage – whether synthesized or “natural” – do not release toxic chemicals.
What should I know about using candles safely?
Candles are safe when burned properly, responsibly and according to manufacturer directions. Nevertheless, it’s important to remember that a burning candle is an open flame, and thus a potential fire hazard if not monitored carefully.
Are scented candles triggers for asthma or allergies?
Although millions of Americans regularly use scented candles without any negative effects, it is always possible that a particular fragrance might trigger a negative reaction in sensitive individuals. Individuals with known sensitivities to specific fragrances may want to avoid candles of those scents. In addition, consumers should remember to burn all candles, whether scented or unscented, in a well-ventilated area.
Should I be concerned about lead wicks in candles?
No. The likelihood of purchasing a lead-wicked candle in the U.S. is very low. Lead wicks have been officially banned in the United States since 2003, and before then they were primarily limited to inexpensive imported candles. NCA members voluntarily agreed to not use lead wicks in 1974, and long supported the elimination of lead wick use.