Beeswax Bar Mold allow easy measuring and storing of wax. Whether you are a professional candlemaker or just trying it for the first time, you will love our easy to use Candle Flex Molds. Candle Flex Molds are made from a durable rubber material that will give you finely detailed candles every time! Candle bars release quickly and easily! Optional mold release keeps beeswax from sticking, however, this normally is not an issue with these molds.
Several beeswax bar molds block sizes are available including:
- 1 oz / 1 ounce beeswax block mold
- 1 lb / 1 pound beeswax block mold
- 2 lb / 2 pound beeswax block mold
Why Beekeepers Need a Beeswax Bar Mold
As a family-run beekeeping supplier in Minooka, IL, Meyer Bees knows the work doesn’t stop when the honey is bottled. Worker bees secrete wax to build comb, and every batch of cappings and every old frame holds wax worth saving. Left loose, that wax gets out of hand fast. It’s also awkward to store and harder still to sell.
Here’s what the wax mold sorts out:
- Clutter: Loose cappings and chunks of comb eat up shelf space. Uniform bars stack.
- Guesswork: Eyeballing wax throws off recipes and pricing. A 1 lb bar weighs a pound every time.
- Difficult removal: Prying wax out of a rigid container chips the block. A flexible mold bends away from the bar.
- Uneven blocks: Mismatched pieces are hard to sell or trade. Matching bars look tidy on a market table.
Beeswax Bar Molds are made from a durable rubber material that will give you finely detailed candles every time! Candle bars release quickly and easily! Optional mold release keeps beeswax from sticking, however, this normally is not an issue with these molds.
Add your wax mold to the cart today, and contact us with any questions about sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my beeswax bar have a whitish film?
That’s usually bloom, a harmless film from fast cooling. Wipe it away with a soft cloth, or remelt the bar and let it cool slowly.
How do I clean a beeswax bar mold?
Wipe out residue with a paper towel while the wax is still slightly soft. Then wash the mold with warm, soapy water and let it dry completely before storing it. Skip sharp tools for scraping, since they can nick the rubber.
Can I remelt beeswax bars?
Yes, many times. Keep the heat low so the wax holds onto its color and honey scent.
Which mold size should I choose?
Go by how much wax you handle. The 1 oz mold makes bars for samples and gifts, so buyers can try your wax without a full pound. The 1 lb mold suits storage and selling by weight, since each bar is a known pound. The 2 lb mold suits a bigger harvest and needs fewer pours to work through.
Why does my beeswax sink in the center as it cools?
Beeswax shrinks as it sets, so a shallow dip in the middle is normal. Pour on a level surface and let the mold cool slowly, away from drafts.
