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A Helpful Guide To Curing Wax Melts And Tarts. (Really Helpful)
The wax melt industry is at an all time high as so many people have started at home businesses during worldwide lockdowns. With this there are many who have questions as they strive to make their wax melts the best out there.
One such question that I hear regularly from people who are new to making wax melts and tarts is:
“Do wax melts need to cure?”
As I am sure many of you are aware scented candles need time to cure but is it the same for wax melts and tarts?
Well this helpful guide is going to give you all of the information that you need to get your wax melts and business off to a flying start!
So without further ado let’s get into this.
Curing your wax melts is an essential step to get the best scent throw. I let these strawberry Soy wax Melts cure for 14 days.
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Primary Differences Between The Two Wax Ring Types
Since both are wax rings, there are no basic differences in their functionality or composition. Some things that differ between these two are the thickness and application.
When it’s about a regular wax ring, it will come with a thickness of around 3/4inch to 1-inch. It’s the most common wax ring size and is used much more commonly. Also, it’s the lowest thickness available for wax rings.
So, it will be much thicker and heavier than the regular one, given that they are made of the same material.
Now, the real thing to know is the application of the two wax rings. Surprisingly, this doesn’t depend on the wax rings themselves.
Which one you will use and apply in your case depends on your toilet. Depending on the toilet flange, you will have to decide on one option.
You can find the toilet flange around the floor pipe underneath the toilet. You have to check the depth of the flange to decide which wax ring you will be using.
If the toilet flange is level with the floor or within the range of 1/4inch of it, then you will need to use a regular wax ring.
If you find the flange recessed deeply in the floor, you must use a double-thick wax ring for the toilet. A common instance for this is if you have installed a new thicker flooring than the existing flooring.
You will need to use a double-thick wax ring in that scenario, even if you might have used a regular one earlier.
The reason for that is the extra material in the ring.
However, this doesn’t impact the results of the toilet seal. It just makes sure you can cover the more significant portion with the extra material.
How long should you cure wax melts for?
We now know that you will get the best possible scent throw from your wax melts if you allow them to cure.
However what is the ideal amount of time that you should leave them curing for?
Well the answer to that question is dependant on the type of wax that you have used to make your wax melts. Each type of wax has a different structure and properties.
Here is a list of the curing times for the most popular wax types used in making wax melts.
- Paraffin wax: wax melt curing time 2-3 days.
- Soy wax: wax melt curing time 10-14 days.
- Soy wax blend: wax melt curing time 7-10 days.
- Beeswax: wax melt curing time 7-10 days.
I know it seems like torture having to let your fresh wax melts cure for such long periods of time but trust me it will be totally worth it.
Clamshell wax melts and tarts are perfect for letting your wax melts cure successfully.
Key Considerations Comparing Wax Ring Types
- Check floor levelness under installation area before deciding between standard and thick rings.
- Consider flange height carefully relative to the toilet base to ensure correct wax thickness.
- Remove all old wax, bolts, and debris under existing toilets to allow proper seating of new ring.
- Extra thick rings often have size options to match different flange heights and toilet types.
- The added cost of reinforced rings can avoid much greater expense from leaks causing subfloor damage.
- Take care installing extra thick rings to keep the wax soft and pliable as needed for maximum sealing.
- Combining thick wax rings with rubber gaskets provides added insurance against leaks on uneven surfaces.
- Test toilet stability and re-set if any rocking occurs after installing thicker wax seals.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Here are some questions that a lot of people ask regarding the different wax ring types –
When should you use an extra-thick wax ring?You will need to use an extra-thick wax ring whenever you are dealing with a flange that is on the floor level or maybe a bit below or deeper to the floor level. Anything below ¼” should clearly indicate using an extra thick wax ring.
Sometimes the wax rings you will need for sealing your toilet will be extra thick because of the extra space they have to cover. Without the extra thick layer of the wax rings, you can’t cover up the larger toilet flanges properly. This may even result in your toilet leaking at some point. That’s some wax rings extra thick.
To find out the size of the wax ring that you should be using, you will need to check up on your toilet bowl. Turn it upside down and see the opening on the lower part of your toilet. Based on that, you will need to determine the wax ring size.
Yes, you can use two regular wax rings instead of using one extra thick wax ring. However, that won’t be the most efficient way to seal your toilet because there will still be a chance of leakage around it. If your toilet requires a double-thick wax ring, I recommend going for that instead of using two regular wax rings.
