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How to Make Candles Burn Longer: The Proven Salt Wick Trick

How to Make Candles Burn Longer: The Proven Salt Wick Trick

Candle flames offer a warm, soothing glow, but they fade too quickly. As someone who's tested countless home remedies, I've found a reliable grandmother's trick: rub the wick with table salt before lighting it.

This simple step slows combustion, extending your candle's burn time significantly. It's effortless—just dip the wick in a pinch of salt—and delivers consistent results I've verified firsthand.

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Savings

This hack uses just a tiny amount of salt, so your candles burn slower and last longer.

Stretch your supply further and skip those weekly store runs for replacements.