Description
Apply a dye to the candle wax to obtain the desired colour.
Alternative labels
stain candles
dying candles
candle dying
dye a candle
distress candles
paint candles
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Dye candles is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Candle maker: Candle makers mold candles, place the wick in the middle of the mold and fill the mold with wax, by hand or machine. They remove the candle from the mold, scrape off excess wax and inspect the candle for any deformities.
Optional skill
Dye candles is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Wax bleacher: Wax bleachers operate and maintain filter presses and tanks, used in wax bleaching, for candle production processes.
References
- Dye candles – ESCO
