However, you may not know that different candles require different wicks. In order to achieve a slow, clean burn, you must match the right wick with the right kind of wax. In fact, there are more than 100 unique wicks on the market today, both from domestic and imported sources. To help select the appropriate wick, there are some general guidelines to follow. For the most part, a high-quality wick is made from a braided fabric, while a lower quality wick is twisted.
Twisted wicks are useful for some applications and are commonly used in birthday candles.
These are the most commonly used wicks. These wicks are used broadly for taper and pillar candles. Soutache Wicks are very similar to this style. They provide a curl and are used for tealight applications. These are braided wicks that also curl in the flame.