Candle Care, Room Spray & Diffuser Information

Reed Diffuser Safety and Care

Reed diffusers are a lovely low-maintenance way to keep a room smelling fresh all the time. A little care will help yours last longer and smell stronger.

• Your diffuser will come with white sticks, but you don't need to use them all! The less sticks are in the solution, the less it will smell BUT the longer it will last. Start with one or two, see how you go, and add more sticks if needed.
• Choose a spot out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources, too much heat can make the fragrance evaporate quickly.
• Avoid placing right next to an open window, as the scent can drift outside instead of filling the room.
• Flip the reeds if needed, to refresh the scent. This isn't mandatory but it can help.
• Always refill with the same scent to keep it pure.
• Wipe up any spills quickly to avoid damage to surfaces, especially wood and stone.
• Keep diffusers out of reach of children, pets, and electronics.
• Dispose of old oils and reeds in the bin. Do not pour oils down the drain.

How to Refill Your Diffuser

When it's time for a top-up, here's the easiest way to do it:

1. Start in your kitchen sink. Pop on a pair of gloves and unscrew the collar on your diffuser jar.
2. Remove and dispose of the old reeds.
3. Unscrew the refill pouch and, using a metal funnel not used for food, pour the oil carefully into your clean vessel.
4. Screw the collar back on snugly and add fresh reeds.
5. Use fewer reeds for a more subtle fragrance.

Using a Room Spray

A room spray is a quick way to refresh a space or add a burst of scent before guests arrive. For best results, spray first and wait 10 to 15 minutes before lighting any candles.

Best ways to use it

• Always do a test patch before spraying your room spray onto anything in your house made of fabric.
• Room sprays work best if they've got something to cling to, like dried flowers, curtains or bedsheets. Don't spray them directly onto furniture or skin.
• Two sprays per room is usually plenty as more can be overpowering.
• Store in a cool, dry place and keep the lid closed when not in use.
• For a fresh, airy feel, lightly spray curtains and open a window for a few minutes.

Safety reminders

• Keep away from flames, heat, and lit candles.
• Do not spray near food, faces, or pet bedding.
• Some customers like using it as a body spray, but I recommend spraying clothing instead of skin to avoid irritation.

Cleaning and Reusing Your Candle Jar

Once your candle has finished, the jar can have a whole new life, but there's one important safety note first.

How to clean it

• Place the jar in a double boiler to soften the last bit of wax. Do not microwave the jar as the wick has a metal tab at the base of the candle.
• Gently pop out the wick holder with a butter knife.
• Wipe away wax with a paper towel, then wash with hot soapy water.
• If you're just trying to remove soot marks, a little isopropyl alcohol on a paper towel works wonders. Wait until the alcohol has fully dried before lighting your candle again.

Removing the label

The labels are printed on gloss laminated vinyl, which is strong and heat resistant. Peel slowly to avoid scratching the glass, and use isopropyl alcohol to lift any glue residue. Avoid acetone, as it can damage the surface.

Ways to reuse your jar

Once clean, you can use your jar for makeup brushes, pens, flowers, plants, cotton pads, toothbrushes, or even as a little storage pot for odds and ends. Check out Clare Makes on Instagram for more candle jar reuse inspiration.

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