Wick Testing Worksheet

A Structured System for Tracking Wick Performance and Burn Behavior
 
Wick selection is one of the most critical factors in candle performance—and one of the most common sources of inconsistency. This Wick Testing Worksheet is designed to remove guesswork and replace it with a clear, repeatable tracking system.
 
Instead of relying on memory or scattered notes, this worksheet gives you a structured way to document every test burn so you can compare results, identify patterns, and make confident, data-driven wick decisions.
 
Built to align with the Controlled Candle System approach, this tool helps you move beyond trial-and-error testing and into a more controlled method of candle development.
 
Use this worksheet to:
• Track wick type, size, and configuration for each test burn
• Record melt pool development, flame behavior, and burn stability
• Document soot, mushrooming, tunneling, and other performance issues
• Log temperature observations and vessel heat behavior
• Compare results across multiple test candles systematically
• Identify patterns that lead to correct wick selection faster
• Build consistency across future batches and product lines
 
This worksheet is ideal for candle makers who are ready to move beyond guessing and start building a structured testing process that leads to consistent, safe, and reliable candles.
 
Whether you are developing your first candle line or refining an existing product, this tool helps you make wick decisions with clarity and confidence.