ubure Posted August 26, 2006 Share Posted August 26, 2006 I'm just wondering... because I have some scents that I really like but that are not strong enough at 9%, so I'd like to test a higher ratio (I use cb135 and ngi says it holds up to 12% fo). Is this safe?edit: "homw".... please be indulgent - it's 1.30 am here in Germany.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth-VT Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 I'd call it a waste. I wouldn't use any FO that didn't throw at 9%. If it needs to go higher than that, IMO it isn't worth a damn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Candlewitch Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 Mix all that FO, add some paint thinner to it and add a rag to it and then throw it at wall and see if the scent is stronger? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 I agree, if you can't get a throw at 9% and maybe even 10% I would move on to another oil. I have set my standard at no more than 9% now. I used to push it to 10%. If you find a great throwing wax, you will be able to find great oils for it -- will throw well at 9% and below. It can take some time to find the right ones, but they are out there. I have gone through many duds but have found a lot of great oils. Keep working at it and don't give up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy/WI Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 For me NEVER more than 8%. HTH Cindy/WI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubure Posted August 27, 2006 Author Share Posted August 27, 2006 okay, I see, and I agree....the fo I was talking about is strawberry. There seems to be no true smelling one that is strong enough for my cb135 - you know here in Europe I have only one option and that is Ecosoya because it is distributed in UK - so I have to work with that. A bit complicated but that's the way it is...:embarasse Maybe I should grow my own soy??Has anyone tried smelling walls? Just thought it a great idea because we're refurbishing at the moment.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NattyCat Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 I'm in the UK and also use ecoysoya - I have a strawberry that throws brilliantly - give me your address and I'll send you a sample and if it works for you, we can order more together as I'm almost out of it and need to order more. Same goes for wax - we can order together to get a cheaper price per kg.Natasha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubure Posted August 27, 2006 Author Share Posted August 27, 2006 I'm in the UK and also use ecoysoya - I have a strawberry that throws brilliantly - give me your address and I'll send you a sample and if it works for you, we can order more together as I'm almost out of it and need to order more. Same goes for wax - we can order together to get a cheaper price per kg.NatashaNatasha,you've got mail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 Hi Ubure,I know it really is frustrating when you love a scent but it gives a lousy throw and you can't seem to find the right one. I have trouble with lemon. It is either fuel or a lousy throw. I use Strawberry Shortcake (not a lot of cake in it) from The Scented Bean. It gives a good throw in CB-3 Calsoy. It is not a run you out of the house throw but good. I would say it has a medium/strong throw depending on ones nose. I have not tried many strawberry scents. When I tested this one I liked it so I stopped there. I do have a sample of Strawberry Jam from BCN in my cupboard. Everyone has raved about this one, so I wanted to see for myself. I have a lot of luck with the Scented Bean. Good luck with the testing. You will make it work. ~Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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