Cylinder & Hexagon Silicone Pillar Candle Molds — 7 Sizes

Food-grade silicone pillar candle molds in smooth cylinder and hexagon forms. Clean, minimal shapes that let the wax color, texture, and fragrance take center stage. Suitable for paraffin pillar wax, beeswax, and firm soy pillar blends. Seven sizes available from a compact 2x2cm tealight-style cylinder up to a tall 7x12cm statement pillar.

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Variants & Dimensions

Cylinder 2x2cm — $7.64 — diameter 2cm, height 2cm — compact tealight or sample size
Cylinder 4x4cm — $15.86 — diameter 4cm, height 4cm — small decorative pillar
Cylinder 5x5cm — $10.90 — diameter 5cm, height 5cm — squat pillar, ideal for heavily scented candles
Cylinder 5x9cm — $11.92 — diameter 5cm, height 8.5cm — classic tall pillar candle
Cylinder 6x6cm — $12.52 — diameter 6cm, height 6cm — medium squat pillar
Cylinder 7x12cm — $19.18 — diameter 7cm, height 12cm — the largest in the range, tall statement pillar
Hexagon 6x9cm — $12.44 — width 6cm, height 9cm — six-sided geometric pillar

Details

Material: food-grade silicone — flexible, non-stick, easy to demold
Smooth interior surface — produces a clean, minimal exterior finish on the candle
Compatible with paraffin pillar wax, beeswax, and firm soy pillar blends
Also suitable for soap, resin, plaster, and concrete casting
Reusable — cleans easily with warm soapy water
All molds are open-top for easy pouring

How to Use

Stand the mold upright on a flat, heat-resistant surface. Thread a pre-waxed wick through the base wick hole and seal with mold sealer putty, or use a wick pin to create the wick channel after demolding. Secure the wick at the top with a centering stick or bar. Pour melted pillar wax at the appropriate temperature for your wax type (60–68°C / 140–155°F for paraffin pillar; 55–60°C / 131–140°F for beeswax). Allow to cool fully at room temperature — do not refrigerate. Top up any sinkholes with a second pour. Once fully set, peel the silicone mold away from the candle. Trim the wick to 5–7mm before burning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which size should I start with?
The Cylinder 5x9cm is the most versatile starting point — it produces a classic tall pillar candle that’s a standard gift size. The 5x5cm and 6x6cm squat cylinders are popular for heavily scented candles where a wider melt pool is desirable. The 2x2cm is ideal for sample or favor candles.

Can I use container soy wax in these molds?
No — container soy wax is too soft for freestanding pillar candles and will not hold its shape at room temperature. Use a dedicated pillar wax blend: a hard paraffin pillar wax, beeswax, or a firm soy pillar blend specifically formulated for molded candles.

How much wax do I need per mold?
Approximate wax quantities: Cylinder 2x2cm — ~15g; Cylinder 4x4cm — ~80g; Cylinder 5x5cm — ~100g; Cylinder 5x9cm — ~155g; Cylinder 6x6cm — ~170g; Cylinder 7x12cm — ~400g; Hexagon 6x9cm — ~200g. Always melt slightly more than needed to allow for a top-up pour.

Can I add fragrance and color?
Yes — add candle dye to fully melted wax and stir until dissolved before adding fragrance oil at around 60–65°C. A standard fragrance load for pillar wax is 6–8% by weight. Exceeding 8% can soften the wax and may cause the candle to lose its shape or sweat.

Can I use these molds for soap or resin?
Yes — these silicone molds work well for cold-process soap, melt-and-pour soap, resin casting, plaster, and concrete. The smooth interior produces a clean, professional finish across all materials.