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Traditional Candlemaking Simple Methods of Manufacture

Handbook / Manual
By: D Millington
48 pages, B/w photos, illus
Traditional Candlemaking
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  • Traditional Candlemaking ISBN: 9781853391248 Paperback Dec 1992 Out of stock with supplier: order now to get this when available
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About this book

Traditional Candlemaking is an illustrated practical manual which details methods of manufacture suited to small-scale producers at a `cottage industry' level, and also to the individual at home. The different materials and techniques are clearly described, and specific manufacturing conditions are considered. The book will help the reader to evaluate the suitability of methods, equipment and materials. It also includes explanations of techniques and terminology, and an invaluable troubleshooting chart to help diagnose and cure production problems. Further sources of information are provided, and methods and equipment are illustrated with line drawings and photographs.

Contents

Introduction - why make candles; materials - the fuel, the wick; melting the fuel - heating equipment, methods of measuring and controlling temperature; basic candlemaking techniques - dipping, pouring, moulding (or casting); techniques for producing decorative candles - dyeing, painting, dried flowers and grasses, carving. Appendices: faults chart; conversion factors; suppliers of raw materials and equipment.

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Handbook / Manual
By: D Millington
48 pages, B/w photos, illus
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