Burn Time Calculator — Candle Burn Time Estimate
Estimate candle burn time based on wax weight, wax type and wick count.
Total weight of wax in your candle
Different waxes burn at different rates
More wicks consume wax faster
How We Calculate This
Burn time is estimated using average consumption rates per 28g (1 oz) of wax:
- Soy: ~6 hours, Paraffin: ~4.5 hours, Coconut: ~7 hours, Beeswax: ~6.5 hours, Rapeseed: ~6 hours
Burn time = (wax weight / 28) x hours per oz / number of wicks
Multiple wicks consume wax faster, roughly proportional to the number of wicks.
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Last updated: 2025-02-20
All calculations are estimates. Always verify quantities before purchasing materials.