Wooden Candle Wicks with Metal Holders — Natural Wood Wicks for Soy & Beeswax Candles

Variants

• 8mm x 90mm — 5 Bags (50pcs) — narrow wick, suitable for small containers up to approximately 5–6cm diameter
• 12.5mm x 150mm — 5 Bags (50pcs) — medium wick, suitable for medium containers approximately 6–8cm diameter
• 15mm x 150mm — 5 Bags (50pcs) — wider wick, suitable for medium-large containers approximately 8–10cm diameter
• 19mm x 130mm — 5 Bags (50pcs) — wide wick, suitable for large containers approximately 10–12cm diameter
• 19mm x 130mm — 3 Bags (30pcs) — same wide wick in a smaller quantity

Details

• Material: natural wood (birch) — unbleached, no additives
• Includes metal sustainer clips — one clip per wick, pre-assembled or clip-on
• Produces a gentle crackling/popping sound when burning
• Wide flat flame provides a broad, even melt pool
• Compatible with soy wax, coconut wax, beeswax, and paraffin wax
• Not pre-waxed — can be soaked in wax before use for easier lighting (recommended)
• Each bag contains 10 wicks + 10 metal clips

How to Use

Attach the metal sustainer clip to the base of the wooden wick. For easier first lighting, soak the wick in your wax or fragrance oil for a few minutes before assembly — this helps the wood absorb fuel and light more reliably. Secure the clip to the base of your container using a wick sticker or a small amount of wax. Center the wick using a wick holder bar or centering tool. Pour your melted wax and allow to cool fully. Trim the wick to 3–5mm before the first burn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do wooden wicks crackle?
Yes — natural wooden wicks produce a soft crackling or popping sound as they burn, similar to a fireplace. The intensity varies depending on the wood thickness, wax type, and fragrance oil used. Soy wax tends to produce a quieter, more consistent crackle than paraffin.

How do I choose the right width?
As a general guide: 8mm for containers up to ~6cm diameter, 12.5mm for ~6–8cm, 15mm for ~8–10cm, and 19mm for ~10–12cm. Wood wick sizing depends on wax type and fragrance load, so always do a test burn before committing to a full production run.

Why won’t my wooden wick stay lit?
This is the most common wooden wick issue. The most effective fix is to soak the wick in wax or fragrance oil before use so the wood is primed with fuel. Also ensure the wick is trimmed to 3–5mm — too long and the flame will be too large and unstable; too short and it may not stay lit.

Are wooden wicks suitable for soy wax?
Yes — soy wax is one of the best wax types for wooden wicks. Its lower melting point and softer consistency allows the wick to draw wax fuel efficiently. Soy also produces a cleaner, quieter crackle.

Do I need to pre-wax these wicks?
These wicks are not pre-waxed. Pre-soaking in melted wax or fragrance oil before use is strongly recommended for reliable lighting. Simply dip the wick, allow it to absorb for a minute, then remove and allow to cool before assembling.

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