Colonial Candle Tapers
About Colonial Candle® taper candles
What makes our dinner candles so special?
High-Quality, Dense Wax
Our tapers are crafted from premium, dense wax, ensuring a clean and virtually dripless burn. This means you can enjoy the ambiance without worrying about wax spills on your elegant settings.
Handipt™ Artistry
Our Handipt™ tapers mimic the traditional hand-dipping method that not only enhances their aesthetic appeal but also contributes to a longer, more consistent burn time.
Made in the USA
Proudly manufactured in the USA, our candles reflect a commitment to quality and local craftsmanship.
Variety of Colors and Sizes
We offer a diverse range of colors and sizes, allowing you to find the perfect match for any occasion or décor.
Trusted by over 100,000 American homes
Our taper candles have been a part of cherished memories in over 100,000 American homes, adding warmth and elegance to countless celebrations and gatherings.
Customer Testimonials
Our customers consistently praise the quality of our tapers:
"The best candles period. Burn clean, no drip, no fuss. Worth the price because they are perfect every time."
What do you mean by Virtually dripless candle?
Our dinner candles are meticulously crafted with high-quality, high melting point wax and a precisely centered cotton wick. This combination ensures a clean, even burning of wax that minimizes dripping.
Here’s why they stay virtually drip-free:
Slow, Even Burn – The wax is formulated to melt at just the right rate, preventing excess wax from running down the sides.
Perfectly Centered Wick – A properly placed wick ensures a steady, upright flame, reducing uneven melting that can cause drips.
Stable Design – Our tapers are crafted to maintain their shape as they burn, keeping the wax pool contained.
However,
We do not recommend burning tapers in enclosed (hurricane) glass, with expectations of not dripping. Our tapers are designed to burn off wax at a specific rate and placing them inside a cylinder causes the heat to build up quicker. Therefore, the flame does not have enough time to slowly burn off the wax.
Environmental factors like drafts or improper placement (e.g. angled placement) can sometimes cause minimal dripping.
Do these taper fit in all types of candle holders?
Following is the diameter information on our candles that should guide you in holder selection.
Handipt taper: approximately 7/8 inches
Classic taper: approximately 3/4 inches