megandgarr Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Can anyone recommend a paraffin wax that is great for tarts, primarily for the best hot throw? I only make tarts for myself (and family, gifts etc) so I am looking for one type of paraffin wax that I could buy (already blended with additives) that would work for this purpose? I dont make candles, so really would like to buy 1 type of wax for my needs if possible. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homecomfort Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 (edited) I was on a similar hunt a couple of years ago. I tried just about every paraffin wax my local supplier carried looking for the strongest and easiest wax to work with for tarts. I ended up liking IGI 4794 the best. It had the most amazing hot and cold throw I've found and the greatest part is that it's a preblend so you just need to add your fo, dye, and uv! The other great thing is that they pop right out of your tart mold or clamshell and do the same for your customers tart warmers when cool.HTH, Good luck with your search!Edited to say: If you decide to venture into candles, this wax works as a great votive wax and there's a few people that even use it in containers. Edited August 7, 2010 by homecomfort Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmhoneybear Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 (edited) I couldn't have said it better myself! I've been using this wax primarily for votives, but have made tarts too and they throw well and release very nicely from both the molds and the warmers...clean all the way around. I go through a case of this stuff on a regular basis. lolI was on a similar hunt a couple of years ago. I tried just about every paraffin wax my local supplier carried looking for the strongest and easiest wax to work with for tarts. I ended up liking IGI 4794 the best. It had the most amazing hot and cold throw I've found and the greatest part is that it's a preblend so you just need to add your fo, dye, and uv! The other great thing is that they pop right out of your tart mold or clamshell and do the same for your customers tart warmers when cool.HTH, Good luck with your search!Edited to say: If you decide to venture into candles, this wax works as a great votive wax and there's a few people that even use it in containers. Edited August 7, 2010 by nmhoneybear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megandgarr Posted August 7, 2010 Author Share Posted August 7, 2010 Thank you both for your input. I was leaning in the direction of that wax based on other reviews, but glad to hear some confirmation. Now I am just trying to find a supplier for it. I was hoping to find it at The Candle Maker store since that is where I get the majority of my oils, but no luck. I live in AZ, so there isnt any supplier in the area that I can drive to, so I am trying to cut down on the shipping costs by ordering wax when I order oils. Hopefully I will find it at one of the few other suppliers I order FO's from.Thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheels Posted August 7, 2010 Share Posted August 7, 2010 Anyone using the 4794 for containers...I would like their opinion using this for containers. I haven't checked but is this parafin and would it need a second topoff for containers? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmhoneybear Posted August 9, 2010 Share Posted August 9, 2010 (edited) Thank you both for your input. I was leaning in the direction of that wax based on other reviews, but glad to hear some confirmation. Now I am just trying to find a supplier for it. I was hoping to find it at The Candle Maker store since that is where I get the majority of my oils, but no luck. I live in AZ, so there isnt any supplier in the area that I can drive to, so I am trying to cut down on the shipping costs by ordering wax when I order oils. Hopefully I will find it at one of the few other suppliers I order FO's from.Thanks again!Why don't you get it from Peak? I am in New Mexico and order it from there. I go through a case every few months and I don't even sell yet. lol I would never order it from anywhere else because the shipping would be too high. Edited August 9, 2010 by nmhoneybear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megandgarr Posted August 10, 2010 Author Share Posted August 10, 2010 I ended up ordering it from Candlescience since I order a few FO's from them anyways. But wow, the shipping was outrageous. I dont sell at all, so I wont need to order the wax that often thank goodness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmhoneybear Posted August 11, 2010 Share Posted August 11, 2010 I ended up ordering it from Candlescience since I order a few FO's from them anyways. But wow, the shipping was outrageous. I dont sell at all, so I wont need to order the wax that often thank goodness.Haven't you ever tried any Peak FO? They have awesome FO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxxcandles Posted August 11, 2010 Share Posted August 11, 2010 (edited) Can you provide info on where to get the Peak FO?Thanks!Jackie Edited August 18, 2010 by Sara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homecomfort Posted August 12, 2010 Share Posted August 12, 2010 http://www.peakcandle.com/Awesome company to buy from. I bought my very first candle kit from them 8 years ago and still order from them today. Great quality fo's and fast shipping.They're also the host of this forum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen M Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 Candlewics CBL 141 is a great tart/votive wax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soapgirl10 Posted August 13, 2010 Share Posted August 13, 2010 I use a 50/50 paraffin blend wax and add the vybar 103. I have made candles for years and this wax is the best for container and wax tarts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megandgarr Posted August 13, 2010 Author Share Posted August 13, 2010 Hi Soapgirl,Can I ask which wax you use in your blend?I use a 50/50 paraffin blend wax and add the vybar 103. I have made candles for years and this wax is the best for container and wax tarts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxxcandles Posted August 15, 2010 Share Posted August 15, 2010 (edited) Thanks for the info homecomfort! I'll check out the site. Being a newbie to this forum, i haven't learned the who's who yet, so appreciate that info too! :-)Jackie Edited August 18, 2010 by Sara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquiO Posted August 15, 2010 Share Posted August 15, 2010 Candlewics CBL 141 is a great tart/votive wax.This one has my vote too! Excellent for great smelling votives and tarts. Holds up to 8% fragrance load. Smooth glossy finish. Does shrink quite a bit. I never repoured my tarts with this wax but always have to top off votives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary0050 Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 I was on a similar hunt a couple of years ago. I tried just about every paraffin wax my local supplier carried looking for the strongest and easiest wax to work with for tarts. I ended up liking IGI 4794 the best. It had the most amazing hot and cold throw I've found and the greatest part is that it's a preblend so you just need to add your fo, dye, and uv! The other great thing is that they pop right out of your tart mold or clamshell and do the same for your customers tart warmers when cool.HTH, Good luck with your search!Edited to say: If you decide to venture into candles, this wax works as a great votive wax and there's a few people that even use it in containers.I use the same for my melts. How long does your scent last? Mine only last about 2-3 hours. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbaranj Posted August 17, 2010 Share Posted August 17, 2010 This one has my vote too! Excellent for great smelling votives and tarts. Holds up to 8% fragrance load. Smooth glossy finish. Does shrink quite a bit. I never repoured my tarts with this wax but always have to top off votives.Another vote from me on CBL 141. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mary0050 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Hi Soapgirl,Can I ask which wax you use in your blend?If you don't mind I'd love to know also whick wax you use also. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbsumner Posted November 15, 2011 Share Posted November 15, 2011 Sorry but I have to disagree I am trying to find a new tart wax and alot of poeple say 4794 how in the world do yall use this wax it is harder then a brick and wont come out of a clamshell at all! no scent and I use alot! no cold throw or hot hardly at all.....my old wax is 6098 this wax is amazing!!! hard to find now but amazing!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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