So many of us really like  deploying scented candles in the house  for the way they look, just as much as how beautiful they smell. Scented candles  are to be found in in a veritable abundance of shapes and sizes and provide a simple cost effective way to keep your home smelling fresh. Candles also can be used purely for their decorative effect, because  the fact that there is such a wide choice available means you will always be able to come up with something which suits your requirements.

One type of scented candle which you can pick is the pillar candle, which is a larger and taller candle. Normally these candles are free-standing so you will need to find a suitable candle holder or coaster to sit them on, and the majority will provide many hours of use. If you prefer something which is not free standing, you could decide to go for a scented jar candle where the candle is usually hand poured into an attractive glass jar , while a votive is just a few inches tall and will burn for just a short time before they are used up. It probably goes without saying, but when it comes to scented candles, the actual fragrance is usually the overriding consideration, and many people buy them specifically for freshening up their home. Some can be highly scented whole others may just have whisper of fragrance. Some luxury candles such as those made by companies like True Grace candles or Yankee candles can have a fragrance that smells like practically anything, although floral and baked goods are some of the most popular.

Some will be made of wax while others can be made of paraffin or soy . Each of these burns differently and offers a different quality to the fragrance when burned . Try different types to find the one that you like the best .Many of these are handmade, which offers a unique product since no two will be alike. Others are mass produced and sold in stores everywhere. The quality of these vary between companies and individual suppliers . Because of this, you may find one that you prefer one type over others. If you are trying to savour a variety of different types of scented candles before deciding on a favourite, then you may find that online retailers are the best place to start because of the wide selection that specialist shops carry.

Remember that you can make scented candles last longer by allowing it to burn for a period of time when you first get it. If you have a 4 inch wide candle, letting it burn for 4 hours the first time can ensure that it burns evenly. After you have done the initial burning, you can light it for as long, or as short, as you wish without reducing the life of it. Don't forget to trim the wick after each burning, so that the candle remains pretty and burns well.

There is a large market for scented candles, and you are sure to find one that you will love . Whatever you want for your home, you can find one that will fill your needs. Never leave one unattended, since it does have an open flame, and you want to ensure that you are being safe with them as they provide fragrance and beauty to your home.