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How to use candles safely indoors
How to use candles safely indoors?
Candles provide atmosphere and coziness, especially in an apartment. However, a small flame can quickly grow into a fire. In an apartment building, this can also have major consequences for neighbors. How do you use candles safely indoors? With these simple guidelines, you can significantly limit the risk.
1. Never leave candles burning unattended
Are you leaving the room or going to sleep? Always extinguish the candle. Even leaving for "just a moment" can be enough for a fire to start.
2. Place candles on a stable surface
Always place candles:
- On a flat, heat-resistant surface
- In a sturdy holder
- Out of reach of children and pets
- Avoid wobbly tables or thin shelves.
3. Keep distance from flammable materials
Place candles at least 30 cm away from:
- Curtains
- Sofas
- Paper or books
- Decoration
Drafts can cause a flame to flicker toward flammable material.
4. Do not use damaged candle holders
Glass jars or lanterns with cracks can break due to heat. Only use suitable and intact holders.
5. Do not place candles close together
Multiple candles next to each other increase the temperature and can affect each other's flames. Maintain sufficient distance.
6. Trim the wick regularly
A wick that is too long causes a higher flame and more soot formation. Trim the wick to about 5 millimeters before lighting the candle.
7. Prefer LED candles when in doubt
Do you have small children, pets, or are you often distracted? Then consider LED candles. They provide atmosphere without the fire hazard.
8. Be extra careful in an apartment building
In an apartment, smoke can spread quickly through ventilation ducts or stairwells. Ensure that smoke detectors are working properly and keep escape routes clear.
9. Extinguish candles safely
Do not blow them out forcefully if there is a lot of liquid wax present. If possible, use a candle snuffer to avoid splashing.
Conclusion
Using candles safely indoors requires attention and discipline. Never leave them burning unattended, maintain sufficient distance from flammable materials, and ensure stable placement. In an apartment building, caution is extra important, as fire can quickly have consequences for multiple residents. Safety always comes before coziness. Protect yourself and your neighbors.
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