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First let's address the socket size found on your lighting fixture. 'Candelabra' and 'medium base' are the common socket sizes that are found on most lighting fixtures designed for the U.S. market. In some rare cases we find a European size socket. Our products are designed to fit specifically over these sockets so it is important to choose the correct size. At this point you should have a ruler in your hand because next you will be determining which of the above sizes is on your fixture. Click any of these options to learn how to decide:
If your socket measures 3/4" it is a candelabra socket. This is the most commonly used socket on chandeliers and sconces in the U.S. To fit this socket our candle cover will have an interior of 13/16" to allow it to slide perfectly over the socket to hide the electrical components.
The larger size Medium Base (also known as Edison) has a socket size of approximately 1-1/8". The candle cover designed to fit this socket has an interior of 1-3/16".
In less common situations you may have a socket that measures just under 1" or approximately 15/16". The candle cover designed to fit this socket has an interior of exactly 1". Please note that this size is available only in real beeswax.
The next question to consider is if you prefer to use real beeswax, synthetic resin, or simple cardboard for your project. How do you choose? In some cases the application will determine the best choice. For example, resin is very durable and washable. If purchasing for an outdoor fixture this would be the only choice since both cardboard or beeswax would deteriorate in an outdoor environment. Since beeswax are hand made to order they are our personal favorite. Our rule of thumb when making this decision is "beeswax wherever possible but resin or cardboard if necessary". Here is an overview of each type to help with the decision process.
All of our beeswax candle covers are hand dipped on location in the U.S.and drips are then added by hand. None of our finished beeswax candles are the product of a mold so no two will look exactly alike. These are truly one of a kind. This is a 100% hand-made product. We also offer our beeswax candles with no drips for those who want a clean, contemporary look. The smaller candelabra and medium base are the most common sizes. However, you may decide that you would prefer a larger size to provide a more substantial look. For this reason we offer beeswax candles up to 4" diameter and up to 10" tall.
Please note that our beeswax candle covers are limited to incandescent bulbs of 25 watt maximum. (These are the old fashioned bulb that we grew up with!) You may safely use LED bulbs of any wattage with our beeswax covers. If you will be using beeswax covers with shades or in an enclosed fixture you must use LED bulbs to eliminate the risk of heat buildup which would cause melting. So if you need to use a higher wattage bulb, are using shades, or are purchasing for an enclosed fixture, you must use an LED bulb or choose from our resin collection instead of beeswax. Click below to learn more about our resin collection.
For our customers who need a tough product we carry a durable yet extremely realistic line of resin candle sleeves. These durable socket covers for chandeliers and sconces are washable and heat resistant. Depending on the application many of these candles can safely withstand up to 60 watts. For outdoor use we recommend choosing a product from our resin line. Our resin candles are available in a large variety of sizes and styles.
In our business we have noticed that most resin candle covers have a shiny plastic appearance that does not adequately replicate a real candle. As a result, we spend time searching the market for the most realistic looking products and we believe we have found them! We think you will agree that these candles have the most authentic simulated wax look that you can find.
