Wax & Fragrance Calculator

How many candles are you making?
What is the volume (ml) of one candle jar?
What fragrance percentage will you use? We recommend 10% for coconut and soy wax, and 6 - 8% for paraffin and palm wax.
1 x 100ml candles @ % fragrance
Wax:
g
Fragrance:
ml

It is always recommended to test on a small scale rather than jumping straight in.

Wick Calculator

What is the diameter (cm) of your jar?
Wicks for cm diameter candle jar
Candle Wicks Cotton Wicks 2mm Thick x 9.5cm
Cotton Wicks 3mm Thick x 11cm - New Zealand Candle Supplies Cotton Wicks 3mm Thick x 11cm
Cotton Wicks 4mm Thick x 11cm - New Zealand Candle Supplies Cotton Wicks 4mm Thick x 11cm
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Cotton Wicks 5mm Thick x 18cm - New Zealand Candle Supplies Cotton Wicks 5mm Thick x 18cm
Eco Candle Wicks 3mm Thick x 12cm - New Zealand Candle Supplies Eco Candle Wicks 2mm Thick x 12cm
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Eco Candle Wicks 3mm Thick x 12cm - New Zealand Candle Supplies Eco Candle Wicks 3mm Thick x 12cm
8mm x 9cm Wooden Wicks with Metal Base - New Zealand Candle Supplies 8mm x 9cm Wooden Wicks with Metal Base
12mm x 15cm Wooden Wicks with Metal Base - New Zealand Candle Supplies 12mm x 15cm Wooden Wicks with Metal Base
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30mm x 12cm Curved Wooden Wicks with Metal Base - New Zealand Candle Supplies 30mm x 12cm Curved Wooden Wicks with Metal Base

If you plan to use candle dye or fragrances above the recommended amount, you would need to use a larger wick than recommended here.

We always recommend testing for suitability before committing to large batches. NZCS takes no responsibility for the quality and finish of products made.