You know that comforting feeling you get when your home fills with the soothing fragrance of your favourite Smelty sizzlers? There’s nothing quite like it. But, honestly, how often do you think about safety when lighting your tealight burner? Probably not often enough, so let’s chat about it.

Stick with 4-Hour Tealights – Here’s Why

We get it, longer-lasting tealights might sound great (who doesn’t love convenience?), but using those 8-hour candles can cause some serious headaches. Literally. Using a tealight that’s too big or lasts too long can overheat your burner. This not only leads to your precious sizzlers losing their scent way too fast, but it can also pose a real fire hazard. The burner can crack, catch fire or worse than that and spread to your curtains, carpets, or furniture. We have saw photos where 8 hour tealights have been used in the wrong burner and they can cause damage that you just do not want, safety is always a priority when using tealights and fire risks can be avoided with consideration and care.

Sticking with a standard 4-hour tealight candle keeps things safe, easy, and ensures the best fragrance release.

Safety First: Tealight Burner Placement Tips

Where you place your burner is crucial, too. Ever had one of those “what was I thinking?” moments after putting something flammable near a flame? Here’s a quick refresher:

• Always set your burner on a stable, heat-resistant surface (wood and plastic surfaces are not the best for burner placement as they will heat up).
• Keep your burner away from curtains, paper, or other combustible materials. A safe distance makes a world of difference.
• Place it somewhere it’s not likely to get knocked over. Accidents happen, especially with pets and curious kids around.

Maintaining Your Burner: The Little Things Matter

Regular maintenance helps keep your burner and your home safe.

• Check your burner regularly for cracks or signs of wear and tear.
• After use, let your burner cool down completely before cleaning it.
• Never pour cold water on a hot burner as it could crack instantly!

What if Things Go Wrong?

Even when you’re careful, sometimes life throws a curveball. If your burner overheats or cracks:

• Extinguish the tealight safely using a snuffer or carefully blow it out from a distance.
• Allow it to cool completely before moving it.
• Dispose of damaged burners responsibly, your safety always comes first.

Enhance Your Experience Safely

To summarise, stay safe, keep your burners in tip-top shape and fill your home with happiness not hazards; better yet you could invest in an electric burner to avoid the risks of using tealights and hot wax and enjoy longer lasting sizzler scents. Happy sizzling!