Candlemaking Molds
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Candlemaking Molds
- Metal Molds - durable and heat resistant
- Silicone - Expensive and doesn't leave lines
- Polyurethane - cheaper than silicone but do not stretch
- Latex - can make your personal molds with liquid latex
- Plastic - cheapest molds but do mark
Aluminium Molds Description
These are the most popular molds on the market. They come in numerous sizes and they are seamless.The most used molds are square and round in shape. However metal containers may be be conical, scalloped, star-shaped or heart-shaped. The containers may also be triangular, pentagonal, hexagonal or octagonal. As the forms become more angular and the shapes become more varied, you have more opportunities to let the creativity flow with your candlemaking. Think of the many possibilities you've for molding candles.
Silicone
The most recent molds in use today are silicone. They provide significant advantages over other types of molds. These are durable and flexible. They are made from a rubber base.
One of the advantages of the silicone mold is that you do not need a release agent to remove the candle. They also do not leave seams in the candle when you release it. The biggest disadvantage with silicone molds is that they are expensive.
Polyurethane
Polyurethane molds are flexible but do not stretch well. Polyurethane molds when stretched do not always retain their original shape. Because they cannot stretch as well, some polyurethane molds have a split down the side that allows them to be demolded easier. This does leave a noticeable parting line. They are usually cheaper than silicone rubber molds. They do need release agents and sometimes have a strong odor that can pass to your candle. Many large pillar and taper candles are made from polyurethane. When your candle hobby turns into a thriving business, polyurethane molds are a definite choice for mass manufacturing of unique shaped candles.
Latex
If you prefer to make your own molds in your own home by using liquid latex and painting it onto a structure at home, this may also be done. This obviously provides you with bigger choice in every areas of shape and size. To make your latex molds you have to apply many coats of latex.
Plastic Molds Description
The least expensive candle molds are of the plastic variety but they are not always the best in quality. The lifespan of the candle mold is drastically reduced in comparison to other molds since they can be more brittle after extended use.The upside of plastic molds is that they're easy to wash. Use some warm water and a little soap to wash and make sure the mold is completely dry before reusing. Using before it dries completely can cause bubbles to form in the candle. A good mold for someone starting out in the hobby but to be taken seriously as a candle maker you would have to put your hard earned money in to a different types but of course with candlemaking it is usually what works best with you and what we feel is making your candlemaking easier.
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Joan Swan has been devoted to the art of candlemaking for many years, and she is quite experienced at it herself. She's learned from many sourcesof the best candlemaking supplies to use and where to get them at the best quality and price. Her expertise extends beyond metal candle molds and candle kits and she covers an array of hobbies and crafts that are discussed in many articles and materials that she can share with you on her website.
