Tealight Candle Holders
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There are a wide variety of tealight candle holders to choose from, from very simple and elegant designs through to more flamboyant and funky types. So, how do you go about picking the perfect candle holder?
About Tealights
Tealight candles are known for their distinctive style. They are formed from small wax discs that are held in small metal containers. These are then placed into one of the wide range of candle holders designed for these special candles. With so many different types of candle holder available for tealight candles, picking the right one can sometimes be a challenge.
The humble tealight is one of the most basic forms of candles. However, when combined with a special candle holder, it is transformed into a multidimensional piece of design. Tealight candles are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Their practical design combined with their low cost means that they are often used clustered in groups as a candle centerpiece or feature.
Types of Tealight Candle Holders
There is a vast range of candle holders that are suitable for tealights. Very cheap cheap candle holders are ideal for everyday use, or for outdoors. Special whimsical candle holders are better suited for special occasions.
Tealight candle holders can be made from a variety of materials including rocks and crystals which make a wonderful alternative for people looking for something special. Tealights are small candles and as such most candle holders that are suitable for their tiny design are created in such a way that the maximum amount of light is reflected from the single flame.
Picking Candle Holders That Are Suitable for Tealights
Here are some tips to help make the perfect purchase:
Location
Candle holders for use outdoors need to be more robust and rugged than those designed for indoor use. Thick glass, lanterns or even natural materials such as wood or stone are ideal for outdoor use. Tealights are lightweight and as such it is important that the candle holder is heavy enough that the candle does not get blown over in a breeze.
Single or Grouped
A single tealight can look very dramatic in some situations, however it does not have the impact of a group of tealights. Candle holders for tea lights can be found either to hold a single candle or to hold a group of candles. Another way to feature groups of tealights is to place several candle holders together. Groups of tealights give a surprising amount of candlelight and are a lovely way to bring some special ambiance to a room.
Lanterns
Closed candle holders are also known as lanterns. These are highly attractive and are a great way to feature tealights. Hanging candle holders often feature small tealight lanterns and these look stunning in many situations. Outdoor candle lanterns are ideal for outdoor parties or for adding a little extra sparkle to a garden during festivities.
Color
Colored candle holders are a lovely way of changing the feel of a room. Pinks and reds conjure up a romantic feel, whereas blues and mauves are relaxing colors. Choosing colored candle holders is a good way to reflect a change of mood. Some candle holders are multi colored and the candle light reflects through the colors giving an almost stained glass effect.
Price
One major influencing factor when picking tealight candle holders is the price – particularly when someone is looking to buy several candle holders. Some candle holders can be very expensive, reflecting the quality of the workmanship and the materials used. Other candle holders are mass produced and are much more competitively priced.
Deciding on the budget before embarking on a shopping trip looking for candle holders for tea lights can help to focus the mind and ensure that a lot of time is not wasted looking at completely the wrong type of candle holder. Picking the right tealight candle holder can transform one of the most basic types of candle into something very special.
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