How to Seal Concrete Containers for Candles or Planters

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What do I use to seal my concrete containers is a question I get all the time. In this video I go over a water based sealer that I would highly recommend for anyone looking for a non toxic sealer to use on their concrete items.
This sealer works great for candle containers as well and is resistant to the heat!
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@laurausher4966 Месяц назад

I love that sealer, and that jar does go a long way.

@WizeOwlCandles Месяц назад

It really does!

@creation6030 2 года назад

I watch you from the beginning and I love how you explain it, it is very clear and easy to people understand the art of cement candles

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Thank you so much! ❤️

@waynegross2113 2 года назад

Thank you so much for sharing! It's nice to know there's a eco friendly option for sealing concrete candles. You always so good at explaining different options for candles. I enjoy your channel so much! Your videos are not just entertaing, but informative. I never feel like I'm wasting my time, like I do with some channels. You give great, honest advice and I've learned a ton when it comes to using concrete as a choice for containers. What's great is you can customize your containers to fit your business! I'm using concrete as the containers for my son's 2022 wedding. I'll have to start making them this fall as their guest list keeps growing! I think were up to 175 and I'm making soap and small candles as their thank you gifts for guests. 175 is a lot of containers, wax and fragrance! The soap will be slightly less expensive. Oh and I'm also making the large containers for their table settings. I need to have all this done on top of my regular orders and the two businesses I supply candles and skin care for. That's why I need to start in the fall pouring containers. I only have 10 molds. I may need to buy a few more! Thank you for all the advice. This looks like exactly what I needed to seal them with. It gives me plenty of time to purchase supplies. Jill Gross

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Aww thank you so much! That made my night reading how much my channel has helped you! ❤️ I need to make a video on how to make in bulk/batches!! I'm sure the wedding favors will turn out beautifully that's a great idea!

@nekishabass1352 2 года назад

I so appreciate this video...so many makers are waiting days between seals when the instructions on the product tells you how fast it dries SMH. The k you for sharing another great video. I really do appreciate learning from you 🙏🏾

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Absolutely! I understand everyone has their process, I just like to share what works for me :) thanks for watching!!

@Minnettescandlesandessentials 2 года назад

I bought that and it’s awesome so worth the price!!

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Agreed!!

@jesssheteron902 2 года назад

I just used this today! However I used the varnish for my soap dishes and I agree it is great

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Yes! It is great!

@nouralhajjiri5067 Год назад

Thank you This is so helpful

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

Absolutely!

@tradergirl7067 2 года назад

Great video!! I wanted to share my experience. I have been using this sealer a while now.. the small jar will cost $30 with shipping. The larger jar is the way to go if your making a lot. The sealer also gets tacky and leaves a layer you have to remove when re-opening the jars. What I found with this sealer is that it takes much longer to dry than the others. If you dont use 3 coats the wax will seep into the concrete right past the sealer so your using much more product. The sealer leaves lines if you dont get a good brush or sponge. The sealer leaves a super shiny glossy finish which I really don't like, I hope they could make a matte version soon. If you do not let the concrete jars dry very very well for a couple days then the sealer will peel right off. Everything must be extra dry. When my candles are done burning and I want to re use the containers.. when I go to clean out the wax and or remove the wicks the sealer peels off where you remove the wick sticker and sometimes continues to peel much like a face mask does. If done correctly it works very very well I just went through a lot of mistakes trying to work with it. Earth safe so it seems worth the extra effort. Despite all of this effort and no matter how great these look and smell I still can't sell many tho. Im glad others are having success. Maybe its the location of my booth. Im basically giving them away as gifts since I can't sell them. I have had much more luck selling the empty concrete as planters and adding drain holes. I sell a ton of empty concrete planters but rarely sell a candle. Lol. Im about to get a real job again cause im broke. 😄 good luck out there. Your channel rocks!!

@eletea9798 2 года назад

Thank you for your detailed comment I was about to invest in it trying to sale candles because sales have been so bad. So you save me money and more wasted effort.

@tradergirl7067 2 года назад

@@eletea9798 just because I can't sell them doesn't mean you won't be able to. I am not selling online. I have an indoor booth at a large flea market. This market is insanely busy and one of the largest in the state. There is literally a line of people at the cash register all day every day. But no one will buy my concrete candles. So disappointing! So much money and effort I put into this for almost 2 years now. I figured that the online forums are flooded with people trying to sell the same type of candles so I wanted to try in person. When you see them they are gorgeous impressive and smell amazing. I have a ton of different molds and scents. Doesnt matter. And when I do sell one its always the same scent, Nag Champa. People like that scent here! Lol. I do sell alot of wax melts tho. Good luck please don't let me discourage you.

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Thank you so much for your detailed reply!! This information is very helpful . I'm sorry it is not taking off yet for you, all I can say is it takes a while sometimes. I started making candles 7 years ago and selling 6 years ago. Best of luck to you!

@teribeagan277 7 месяцев назад

Why do you seal the inside? What are the benefits?

@creationsbykaye9811 2 года назад

Awesome Looking Forward To This Video

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Thank you! Hope it helps!

@creationsbykaye9811 2 года назад

@@WizeOwlCandles Indeed it is. Thank You for Sharing

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Absolutely!

@jenicethomas948 Год назад

I'm not sure how I missed it what do u use the Titanium Dioxide for ?

@nabatanzisumaiah7217 2 года назад

Hello I love your work....am from uganda and I would love to use concrete jars but we don't have them in our country

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Oh no I'm sorry to hear that!

@LoHa13 2 года назад

Hi there, quick question. When using the second part of the wick, if it is still a good length for the candle but doesn't go over the top of the edge of the container, how do you keep the wick straight? I hope that question made sense. Thanks for the heads up on this sealer. I think it'll be a game changer for many people!

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

That does make sense! I haven't tried that yet because I couldn't figure out how lol I usually use it for my tealights or other sizes :)

@mnott39171 2 года назад

Where did you get the mold for the bubble Vance with the lid? Thanks for your videos btw

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

From Amazon! :)

@ahmadfreij6903 2 года назад

Hi from United Arab Emirates, dear I would like to ask you, is minwax polyacrylic safe for candles?, because I don’t have access to earth safe in my country🥺🥲, thanks.

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

I used polycrylic for awhile , with my testing I had no issues. However this sealer is made for Concrete. You can try rutlands. I know some other people use that

@solomonteshome4788 Год назад

hi friend you are perfect😍 please how made ceramic tiles ? please answer to me

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

Hi! I am not sure how to make ceramic tiles as I have not done that before. Sorry I wish I could help more!

@anamanrique5224 2 года назад

Hi! Thank you so much for sharing your expertise. I'm a big fan! Im a beginner at making concrete jars. I'm curious, do you water bathe them before applying the sealant? I read that soaking them in water will allow the cement to cure better, and make for stronger candle vessels. I tried soaking 2 of my concrete jars after demolding, and they came out rough, lots of tiny holes, and I lost the smoothness. The rest of the jars which I set aside without the water bath seem fine. I have yet to test them though with a lighted candle. Thank you so much in advance.

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Hi! Thanks for watching! I personally do not water bathe I didn't see a difference at all :) I do let my container set for a good 24 hours before applying sealer though

@anamanrique5224 2 года назад

@@WizeOwlCandles Thank you for the reply! I stopped with the water bath. My candle group also said it's not necessary. Love your vids.

@leilarodrigues_ Год назад

Can we use modge podge instead? From the description of the sealer you used and modge podge, they both seem to be the same. And with modge podge we get options like matte, glossy, etc. But also, neither modge podge or this sealer say they are heat proof so, are they truly safe to use on the inside of candle vessels?

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

Hi! I would recommend earth safe sealer:)

@apriljohnson4950 6 месяцев назад

Great info! How long do you cure the concrete before sealing?

@WizeOwlCandles Месяц назад

I let it set for about 24 hours :)

@tanmayashinde7679 Год назад

Hi, I get some white patches on the product when I cure from water. Any idea how ro get rid of it?

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

I don't cure mine in water as I've never found a difference in strength personally. I would say make sure they are drying in not too of a humid area. I've noticed spots on mine if they are drying in humidity. I hope that helps!

@devorawallace5321 2 года назад

Where did you purchase the Mould That’s burning behind you

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

Amazon :)

@ashleyking9913 Год назад

What type of wax do you use for your candles?

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

Golden Wax 464 :)

@2sistersabuggywilkinsoncoy833 Год назад

What wax and wick are you using in this video?

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

I use Golden Wax 464 with all my Candles and either CD 3 for the Ovals or CD 10 for the cylinders. Hope that helps!

@nikhiltembulkar Год назад

does the varnish make the concrete scratch resistant?

@WizeOwlCandles Год назад

It does help with scratches yes! :)

@abigailfreckleton1694 2 года назад

I find when I use that brush it leaves striations.

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

You can also try a sponge :)

@abigailfreckleton1694 2 года назад

@@WizeOwlCandles Thanks for the suggestion.

@rachaelvaldivieso3434 2 года назад

Do you always seal your concrete containers 3 times or is 2 times fine? Xo

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

I've done two, I usually do three just be sure :)

@Thesnootabrand 2 года назад

How long did you wait to burn the candle?

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

I usually let my Candles cure for at least 24 hours :) each wax is going to have different times for curing

@Thesnootabrand 2 года назад

@@WizeOwlCandles thank you!I will be using gcoconut soy wax.Do you also sell them after they have been cured for only 25 hours or you wait the entire 2 weeks(depending on wax I am assuming)?

@iamkalixa 2 года назад

Hello, They DO NOT have free shipping, and shipping is not cheap. Example, one 24.95 paint had a shipping cost of 5.67. Varnish and preserver, 18.65 each, shipping 8.95. As of April 15 2022.

@WizeOwlCandles 2 года назад

I must have ordered mine before they started charging. Thank you for letting us know!