No. 2 (1") Candle Wick – 5m | Beeswax Candle Wick

No. 2 Candle Wick – 5 Metres | Beeswax Candle Making Wick

A high-quality No. 2 candle wick, supplied in a convenient 5 metre length and particularly well suited to beeswax candle making.

This Bleached Square™ Wick range was originally developed specifically for beeswax candles and is designed to perform particularly well with waxes that have a high viscosity when molten, including beeswax and vegetable waxes. 

Made from 100% natural fibres, the wick is finished with chemical treatments designed to improve its burning characteristics. Its square construction is engineered to curl while burning, helping to minimise carbon build-up.  

Key Features

• Wick size: No. 2
• Length: 5 metres
• Type: Bleached Square™ candle wick
• Constructed from 100% natural fibres
• Originally designed for beeswax candles
• Also suitable for vegetable waxes
• Particularly suited to highly viscous molten waxes
• Engineered to curl during burning
• Designed to help minimise carbon build-up
• Supplied as a continuous length to cut as required
• Suitable for hobby candle makers, beekeepers and craft candle production

What Size Candle Is No. 2 Wick Suitable For?

No. 2 Bleached Square Wick produces an indicative wax pool diameter of approximately 5.1 cm (2.0 inches) and is categorised for use with large container candles and large pillar candles.  

For use with candles with a diameter of approximately 1”.

This should be used as a starting point rather than a guaranteed candle diameter. The correct wick depends on the complete candle formulation, and finished candles should always be burn tested.

No. 2 Wick Technical Information

These figures come from the manufacturer's rate chart and should be treated as reference data rather than guaranteed performance in every candle.  

Is No. 2 Wick Suitable for Beeswax Candles?

Yes. Bleached Square Wick was originally designed specifically for beeswax candles.

Its construction makes it particularly suitable for waxes that are highly viscous when molten, with the manufacturer specifically identifying beeswax and vegetable wax as suitable applications.

This makes it an excellent option for beekeepers looking to turn beeswax recovered from their own hives into handmade beeswax candles.

Can I Use No. 2 Wick With Vegetable Wax?

Yes. Although originally developed for beeswax candles, the manufacturer states that Bleached Square Wick is now used across different candle systems and is particularly suitable for beeswax and vegetable waxes.

Why Does the Wick Curl When It Burns?

The wick is deliberately engineered to curl while burning. This characteristic helps to minimise carbon build-up and forms part of the wick's designed burning behaviour. 

How Much Wick Will I Receive?

This product contains 5 metres of No. 2 candle wick, allowing you to cut individual pieces to the required length for your candle moulds or containers.

Do I Need to Burn Test My Candles?

Yes. Burn testing is essential.

The manufacturer's sizing and rate charts are intended as a guide to help with initial wick selection. Candle performance can vary depending on factors including:

• Wax type and formulation
• Candle diameter and shape
• Fragrances
• Colourants
• Other additives
• Container or mould
• Overall candle formulation

The manufacturer recommends confirming final wick selection through testing of the actual candle rather than relying solely on its reference charts. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is No. 2 wick suitable for beeswax?
Yes. The Bleached Square Wick range was originally designed for beeswax candles and is particularly suited to highly viscous molten waxes.  

What size candle is No. 2 wick for?
The manufacturer's guide categorises No. 2 for large container and pillar candles and gives an indicative wax pool diameter of approximately 5.1 cm (2"). Always confirm suitability through burn testing. We recommend using this wick for candles with a diameter of 1".

Can I use No. 2 wick with vegetable wax?
Yes. Vegetable wax is specifically identified by the manufacturer as a suitable application for Bleached Square Wick. 

Is this a natural wick?
The wick is constructed from 100% natural fibres. However, it is finished with chemical treatments to improve its burning qualities.

Why is testing necessary?
Wax type, additives and individual candle formulations can significantly affect wick performance. Manufacturer sizing information should therefore be treated as a starting point rather than a guarantee. 

Important Candle-Making Information

Wick recommendations and technical figures are provided as a guide only. Always carry out appropriate burn testing on the complete finished candle before producing candles in quantity or offering them for sale.