*Dee* Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 So about a week ago I made some straight 6006 candles to test as well as 6006 and 415 mix. All the candles pulled away from the jar although the 415 mix isnt as bad but the straight 6006 pulled away so bad the wick is the only thing holding it in, you can hear it bumping off the side of the glass when you shake it. is this normal for 6006? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vernie1 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 6006 is known for wet spots but I haven't experienced it totally coming away from the jar. You may want to try heating the jar and pour at a temp around 170-175. HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loveandlight Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 No shrinkage here with the 6006, you might want to try different pouring temps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck_35550 Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 I poured it at 185 degrees into clean, room temperature jars and did not insulate the jars. The set up was perfect for me. I mixed at 85% 6006 to 15% soy. HTHSteve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Dee* Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 thanks everyone. I think because the candle shop is in the basement its not as warm as the rest of the house. maybe like 60-70 so my jars arent really room temp, I will also try pouring hotter as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladybug1 Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 Do you get any frosting when blending igi 6006, with soy? how is the scent throw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jcandleattic Posted February 14, 2015 Share Posted February 14, 2015 (edited) How cold is your ambient temperature where you pour? Almost sounds as if the wax is freezing. I've never had container wax (except 4786) come completely away from the jars like that. Nevermind. I kept reading and see that your basement is very cold. I'll be that's the reason, and wouldn't worry about it too much. Once you bring the poured candles into a warmer environment they should warm up and adhere (somewhat) to the jar... Edited February 14, 2015 by Jcandleattic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crvella Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 Depending on how many candles you make at a time, you can try throwing a blanket over the kids once they are made. I put 4 pillars at the corner of all the candles and throw a wool blanket over mine in the winter. This helps a little. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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