Patent Abstract:
Aspects of the present invention disclose a candleholder that may be manipulated by a user to advance a candle within a candleholder to facilitate optimal burning. Embodiments describe a candleholder having a platform to move a candle within a holder. Embodiments disclose a prepackaged semi-soft candle, which is readily movable against a candleholder&#39;s inner surface. Embodiments of the present invention disclose a handle permitting a user to manipulate platform height, allowing a candle to be raised or lowered within a candleholder. Embodiments disclose a disc, sized larger than the platform, preferably formed of a soft rubber sponge which stabilizes the candle and prevents candle wax from moving below the platform&#39;s surface. An alternative embodiment omits the disc, the platform being sealed by a seal around the platform&#39;s perimeter.

Full Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
       [0001]    The present application is a national stage application of International Patent Application PCT/US2015/012294 filed, Jan. 21, 2015. International Patent Application PCT/US2015/012294 claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119(e), to U.S. Provisional Application 61/964,973, filed Jan. 22, 2014, entitled “CANDLEHOLDER II AND METHOD” which is incorporated by reference in its entirety and made part of this specification. 
     
    
     FIELD OF THE INVENTION 
       [0002]    The present invention relates generally to the field of candleholders, and more particularly to user manipulated candleholders permitting a user to adjust a candle&#39;s position within a candleholder. 
       BACKGROUND 
       [0003]    Candleholders have been known in the art for some time, and traditional wax candles utilize wax candles in a glass candle holder which are sold full. Over time the candle&#39;s wax and wick are consumed, resulting in the candle surface becoming progressively lower relative to the candleholder&#39;s surface opening. As a result, certain challenges are presented. Candles burning low in a candleholder are more difficult to light, may allow less air and oxygen to the flame. Further, as a candle burns, the wick may be frayed and discolored, and a user desires to trim the candle&#39;s wick. Where the wick position is low in a candleholder, this task is more difficult. Further, many candles are scented, and burning a scented candle releases scent into the surroundings. To optimize scent dissipation, it is useful to have a candle burn near a candleholder&#39;s surface—not deep within a candleholder. Further, wax candles tend to be relatively hard and immobile within a candleholder. Lastly, candles burning deep within candleholders typically leave unsightly black soot or carbon deposits on the candleholder&#39;s interior making the candleholder, and often candle, black, unsightly, and sooty appearing. 
       SUMMARY 
       [0004]    Aspects of the present invention disclose a candleholder that may be manipulated by a user to advance a candle within a candleholder to facilitate optimal burning. Embodiments describe a candleholder having a platform to move candle within the holder. Embodiments disclose a prepackaged semi-soft candle, bundled with a candleholder, wherein the semi-soft candle is readily movable against a candleholder&#39;s inner surface. Embodiments of the present invention disclose a handle permitting a user to manipulate platform height, allowing a candle to be raised or lowered within a candleholder. Embodiments disclose a disc, sized larger than the platform, preferably formed of soft rubber sponge which stabilizes the candle and prevents candle wax from moving below the platform&#39;s surface. Embodiments disclose omission of the disc, and utilization of a platform shaped to define at least one seal at the perimeter. 
     
    
     
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         [0005]      FIG. 1  is a perspective view of an embodiment candleholder. 
           [0006]      FIG. 2  is a cross-section of an embodiment candleholder taken through line  2 - 2  of  FIG. 1 . 
           [0007]      FIG. 3  is an exploded view of an embodiment candleholder. 
           [0008]      FIG. 4  is a perspective view of an embodiment integrally formed candleholder. 
           [0009]      FIG. 5  is a perspective view of an embodiment candleholder where the base is disposed substantially within the barrier. 
           [0010]      FIG. 6  is an exploded view of an embodiment candleholder where the base is disposed substantially within the barrier. 
           [0011]      FIG. 7  is a schematic view showing an embodiment candleholder. 
           [0012]      FIG. 8  is a schematic view showing an embodiment wick fitting. 
           [0013]      FIG. 9  is a schematic view showing an embodiment ring stop. 
           [0014]      FIG. 10  is a schematic view showing an embodiment threaded first end. 
           [0015]      FIG. 11  is a schematic view showing an embodiment candleholder with a peelable tamper-resistant seal. 
           [0016]      FIG. 12  is a schematic view showing an optional candleholder having a threading and rotatable platform. 
           [0017]      FIG. 13  is a schematic view showing an embodiment platform surface, necked-in second opening, and bottom cover. 
           [0018]      FIG. 14A  is a schematic showing a handleless platform and  14 B an alternative embodiment platform handle. 
           [0019]      FIG. 15  is a schematic showing a flap-handle which may be extended for use and secured to platform&#39;s bottom and an embodiment platform locking means. 
           [0020]      FIG. 16  is a perspective view of an embodiment platform, platform handle, and disc. 
           [0021]      FIG. 17  is a schematic showing embodiment handle texture surfaces. 
           [0022]      FIG. 18  is side view of an embodiment flexible platform and disc. 
           [0023]      FIG. 19  is a side view of an embodiment candleholder showing a tamper-resistant seal. 
           [0024]      FIG. 20  is a side view of an embodiment platform showing platform, platform sidewalls, platform handle, and disc. 
           [0025]      FIG. 21  is a side view of an embodiment platform showing a receptacle for a wick assembly. 
           [0026]      FIG. 22  is a side view of an embodiment platform. 
           [0027]      FIG. 23  is a side view of an embodiment platform showing two flap handles and a perimetrically placed seal. 
           [0028]      FIG. 24  is a side view of a platform having a perimeter seal. 
           [0029]      FIG. 25  is a side view of an adhesively attachable handle. 
           [0030]      FIG. 26  is a bottom view of an embodiment candleholder showing an embodiment tamper-resistant seal and pull tab. 
           [0031]      FIG. 27  is a schematic showing an embodiment candleholder with necked-in shape, a shade, and opaque, semi-opaque, and clear label zones. 
           [0032]      FIG. 28  is a schematic showing an embodiment internal threading and rotatable platform. 
           [0033]      FIG. 29  is a schematic view showing an embodiment cover with vents and base. 
           [0034]      FIG. 30  is a bottom view of an embodiment square platform. 
           [0035]      FIG. 31  is a bottom view of an embodiment cuboidally shaped candleholder having a tamper-resistant seal. 
           [0036]      FIG. 32  is a schematic view of an embodiment simulated wax pillar candleholder. 
           [0037]      FIG. 33  is an embodiment of a novena-style candleholder. 
           [0038]      FIG. 34  is an embodiment disclosing an alternatively shaped candleholder body. 
           [0039]      FIG. 35  is side view an embodiment candleholder showing a wire for elevating platform. 
           [0040]      FIG. 36  is a side view of an embodiment candleholder showing an embodiment overlay. 
           [0041]      FIG. 37  is an embodiment wire actuated platform. 
           [0042]      FIG. 38  is a side view of an embodiment candleholder showing a necked-in shape. 
           [0043]      FIG. 39  is a side view of an embodiment glass candleholder showing a tapered shape. 
           [0044]      FIG. 40  is a schematic view of an embodiment candleholder having a vented top, scent holes, and scent chip. 
       
    
    
     DESCRIPTION 
       [0045]    Turning now to  FIGS. 1-3 , a candleholder has cylindrical candle barrier  5  has a first end  7  and second end  9  and a diameter and diametrical void. Barrier  5  has a short axis and long axis. Base  10  is affixed to the second end  9  of barrier  5 . In one embodiment, base  10  is adhesively affixed. In an alternative, base  10  is coupled by snap or press fit. The base  10  is shaped to define a base bottom surface  25  and base bottom surface opening  30  across the diameter from one base bottom surface  25  to the opposing edge. A piston or platform  40  spans substantially across barrier  5 &#39;s short axis to substantially fill barrier  5 &#39;s diametrical void. Platform  40  is shaped to define a platform top  42 , platform bottom  44 , a platform sidewall  43 , and a platform handle  55  (best seen by  FIG. 2 ). Platform  40  has a circumferential surface  3 . Platform  40  sidewall  43  aids in stabilizing platform  40  within cylindrical barrier  5 . Platform  40  is sized to have a greater diameter than base bottom surface opening  30 . 
         [0046]      FIG. 2  is a cross-section taken through line  2 - 2  of  FIG. 1 . Disc  60  is disposed on the top surface  42  of platform  40 , in one embodiment being adhesively affixed. Disc  60  has a diameter larger than the diameter of platform  40 , and thus overhangs platform  40 . In a preferred embodiment, disc  60  is comprised of foam rubber sponge. In use, when platform  40  is moved upwardly within barrier  5 , the perimeter of disc  60  seals barrier  5  and retains wax above disc  60 &#39;s surface. Base bottom opening  30  serves as a platform access opening where a user may access platform  40  and platform  40 &#39;s handle  55 .  FIG. 3  illustrates an exploded view, demonstrating base  10 , platform  40 , disc  60  and cylindrical barrier  5 . The difference in size between platform  40  and base bottom opening  30  maintains platform  40  between base  10  and inside barrier  5  and prevents platform  40  from being dislodged from the candleholder. 
         [0047]    During use, a user applies force to platform  40 , when the desired candle position is reached, the user withdraws the application of force. Frictional contact between platform  40  and/or disc  60  and the inner surface of barrier  5  provides sufficient force to maintain platform  40  and a candle in a static position. 
         [0048]    In one embodiment, an inventive method is disclosed including, providing a candle; providing a cylindrically shaped candle barrier  5  having a first end  7  and second end  9 , and inner surface, wherein said cylindrical candle barrier has a diameter and diametrical void, wherein said cylindrical candle barrier has a short axis and long axis. A base  10  affixed to the second end  9  of cylindrical candle barrier  5 , the base having a base bottom surface  25 , wherein said base is shaped to define a base bottom opening  30  having a diameter. A platform  40  has a diameter, wherein said platform&#39;s  40  diameter is less than the diameter of said cylindrical candle barrier  5 , wherein the platform  40  is sized to substantially fill the diametrical void of the barrier  5  across the short axis of said cylindrical candle barrier  5 , wherein said platform  40  is shaped to define a handle  55 , wherein said platform  50  is shaped to define a top surface  42  and a sidewall  43 , wherein the diameter of the platform  40  is greater than the diameter of the base bottom surface opening  30 ; a disc  60  disposed on the top surface  42  of platform  40 , wherein said disc  60  has a diameter, wherein the diameter of the disc is larger than the diameter of the platform  40 . Placing said candle within said barrier  5  on the disc  60 . Determining a desired candle height and applying force along the barrier&#39;s  5  long axis, wherein the user directs force in the direction of the first end  7  sufficient to move platform  40 , disc  60 , and candle toward first end  7 . The user recognizes that the desired candle height has been reached and withdraws the application of force, wherein the forward movement of the platform  40 , disc  60 , and candle ceases. The frictional contact between the platform  40  and disc  60 , within the barrier&#39;s  5  inner surface maintains the platform  40 , disc  60 , and candle in a static position. 
         [0049]      FIG. 4  demonstrates an alternative preferred embodiment, cylindrical candle barrier  5  and base  10  are omitted as independent elements. An integrally molded candleholder  400  is described.  FIG. 4  illustrates a perspective view of an integrally molded candleholder body  415  shaped to define a cylindrically shaped molded candleholder body  415  having a first end  411  and a second end  422 , where the second end  422  is a molded bottom  425  further shaped to define a molded bottom opening  430 . Platform  440  is disposed within candleholder body  415 . Platform  440  has a diameter larger than the diameter of opening  430 , thus platform  440  is prevented from passing through opening  430  and out of candleholder body  415 . 
         [0050]      FIGS. 5 and 6  demonstrate an internal platform stopper embodiment. In this embodiment, a cylindrically shaped candle barrier  505  having a first end  511  and second end  522 , wherein said cylindrical candle barrier  505  has a diameter and diametrical void, wherein said cylindrical candle barrier  505  has a short axis and long axis. A base  569  shaped to define a top end  571  and bottom end  573 , said base  569  affixed substantially within the second end of cylindrical candle barrier  505 , the base  569  having a bottom end, wherein said base  569  is shaped to define a base bottom opening  530  having a diameter, wherein said bottom end  573  of said base  569  defines a candleholder footing. A platform  540  is sized to substantially fill the diametrical void of cylindrical candle barrier  505  across the short axis of said cylindrical candle barrier  505 , wherein said platform  540  is shaped to define a handle  555 , wherein said platform  540  shaped to define a top surface and a sidewall, wherein the diameter of the platform  540  is greater than the diameter of the base bottom surface opening  530 , wherein the top  571  of base  569  defines a platform stop. A disc  560  disposed on the top surface of platform  540 , wherein said disc  560  has a diameter, wherein the diameter of the disc is larger than the diameter of the platform  540 . 
         [0051]    In use, a user may move a candle disposed on said disc  560  in the direction of the long axis of said cylindrical candle barrier, in the direction of the first end, wherein a candle, as it is consumed, may be advanced such that a candle surface may be maintained near the relative first end. 
         [0052]    Turning now to  FIG. 7 , a candleholder features candleholder body  715  which may be formed of metal (including tin), alloy, acrylic, urethane, wood, and in a preferred embodiment—glass, or any material capable of withstanding heat generated from wick burning, relatively centrally, within. Candleholder body may be cuboidially shaped and in a preferred embodiment is cylindrically shaped. Candleholder body  715  has a top end  720  and bottom end  725 . Bottom end  725  is shaped to define at least one platform access opening  730 . Platform  740  is disposed within candleholder body  715 . Platform  740  is shaped to define a top surface  742  and bottom surface  744  and perimetrical surface, which in one preferred embodiment is a circumferential surface  743 , best appreciated by  FIG. 16 . In embodiments disclosed herein generally, platform shape approximates the shape of candleholder body across the short axis, with the platform occupying at least 70% of the candleholder body&#39;s cross-sectional area. 
         [0053]    The circumferential surface  743  is in close contact with the inner surface of candleholder body  715 . In one embodiment, illustrated by  FIGS. 23 and 24 , the perimetrical surface may be sealed by seal  2367  and seal  2476  respectively, making contact with a candleholder&#39;s inner surface. 
         [0054]    In one embodiment, a portion of platform  40 &#39;s bottom surface  44  is shaped to define a platform handle  755 . The platform access opening  730  and platform handle  755  are positioned such that a user can access platform handle through platform access opening  730 . In one embodiment, the platform handle may be a foldable handle  2255  ( FIG. 22 ). In various embodiments, platform handle  755  is integrally molded. 
         [0055]    Candleholder body  715  has a body bottom  725 . Body bottom  725  is shaped to define at least one platform access opening  730  through which platform  740  is accessible. 
         [0056]    In one embodiment, platform access opening  730  is shaped wide enough to allow an average human index finger. In another embodiment, platform access opening  730  is shaped wide enough to allow access to at least a portion of platform push handle  755 . In one embodiment platform access opening  730  is sized in the range of 1 cm to 12 cm. 
         [0057]    Disc  760  is disposed on top surface  742  of platform  740  within candleholder body  715 . In a preferred embodiment, disc  760  operates as a candle securing member and is comprised of a rubber sponge. Disc  760  may be affixed adhesively. 
         [0058]    Candleholder body  715  has top end  720 . In one embodiment, top end  720  has a top end engagement  722  to permit a cover to be secured on candleholder body  15 . In one embodiment, top end engagement is a threaded engagement  1005  ( FIG. 10 ) to accommodate a threaded cover which may be twisted on and secured. Engagement  722  may be flush to accommodate a friction fit cover. Engagement  722  may have a ridge to allow a ridged cover to be snapped on. 
         [0059]    In one embodiment of the present invention, a candle  766  may be prepackaged with the holder. Candle  766  is set within candleholder body  15  and on top of a candle securing member, such as disc  60 . In a preferred embodiment, candle  766  is a soft candle such as soy or soy blend, palm wax, soft paraffin. 
         [0060]    In an alternative embodiment, candleholder body  715  is packaged without the candle. In this embodiment, wax, in a flowable state, may be poured into candleholder body  715  and allowed to cool. This may occur in a factory/manufacturer setting or may be poured by a user. In one embodiment, a candleholder body is sold as a kit to an end user, with wax varieties independently obtainable, allowing a user to heat and melt wax suitable for pouring into the candleholder. Platform  740  is sealed sufficiently against the inner wall of candleholder body  715  by disc  760  to keep wax, liquid, semisolid, or solid, substantially above platform  740 . 
         [0061]    It is generally useful to have the surface of a candle  766  burning as close as possible to the opening on top end  720 . As candle  766  burns wax and wick are consumed and decrease; the candle&#39;s top surface  768  becomes lower relative to candleholder top end  720 . A candle burning near the top end  720  will allow more oxygen to the flame, will burn better, provide more light, enhance the dissipation of candle scent, and create less smoke. In addition, a candle closer to a candleholder top surface will be easier to light, and the wick easier to trim. 
         [0062]    A user may advance candle  766 &#39;s top surface  68  in the direction of top end  720  by accessing platform  740  through platform access opening  730 . In one embodiment, a user introduces a finger or digit through platform access opening  730  and makes contact with platform  40  and exerts pressure sufficient to move platform  740  and candle  766  upward toward top end  720 . In another embodiment, user extends the foldable handle  1555  ( FIG. 15 ), which forms a portion of platform  740 , grasps handle  1555  and exerts a pushing force in the direction of top end  720  sufficient to move platform  740  and candle  766  upward toward top end  720 . The user, desiring to move candle  766 , downwardly grasps handle  1555  and exerts a pulling force in the direction of bottom end  725  sufficient to move platform  740  and candle  766  downwardly toward bottom end  725 . 
         [0063]      FIG. 8  discloses a candle with a push in wick  205  on metal base  210 . In one embodiment, wick  805  may be factory assembled and adhesively affixed. In an alternative embodiment, a candleholder may be sold as a kit, replacement wicks being available. In this embodiment, more than one wick may be utilized and reversibly snapped into place. 
         [0064]      FIG. 9  illustrates a schematic sectional view of an embodiment candleholder body  915  featuring a stop ring  918 . In one embodiment, stop ring  918  is affixed to the outer circumference of candleholder top end  920 . Stop ring  918  can be made of metal, or other materials, and press-fitted or glued to the circumferential surface of candleholder top end  920 . In one embodiment, candleholder body is shaped to define stop ring such that stop ring is integrally formed.  FIG. 9  also illustrates disc  960 . It should be noted that a stop ring can be integrally formed by manufacturing a glass prominence, heat resistant plastic or urethane prominence, or by rolled tin. 
         [0065]      FIG. 10  discloses an embodiment candleholder body  1015  shaped to define a necked-in candle stop  1017 .  FIG. 10  additionally illustrates top end  1020  having threading  1005 . 
         [0066]      FIG. 11  demonstrates a push-up candleholder. In this embodiment, barrier  1105  fits within base  1110 . Base  1110  has base opening  1130 . Peelable seal  1150  is disposed across and covers base opening  1130  to prevent movement of platform and/or tampering with the candle before intended use. During use, peelable seal  1150  is removed exposing base opening  1130 , and a portion of platform  1140 . A user desiring to move a candle upward, makes contact with platform  1140 , either by finger or other object, and applies force in the direction of candle top  1120  sufficient to drive platform  1140  upward and move candle toward candle top  1120 . Barrier  1105  may be glass or metal, and may be secured to base  1110  by push fit, snap fit, or adhesively affixed. In a preferred embodiment, barrier  1105  is cylindrically shaped glass. Base  510  may be plastic, metal, wood or glass. 
         [0067]      FIG. 12  candleholder body  1215  is shaped to define a threading  1219  on candleholder body&#39;s  1215  inner surface. Platform  1240  has threading  1243  which mates with threading  1219  on candleholder body  1215 . Platform  1240  has platform handle  1255  that may be accessed through platform access opening  1230  on bottom  1225  of candleholder body  1216  and rotated within candleholder body  1215 . By virtue of threadable engagement, rotation of platform handle  1255  rotates platform  1240  and advances platform  1240  toward candle top  1220 . Threading  1219  may be molded or stamped metal. 
         [0068]      FIG. 13 . candleholder body  1315  shaped to define and open bottom  1307  and necked in bottom area  1309  which retains platform  1340  within candleholder body  1315 . In an embodiment, platform  1340  is shaped to define platform sidewall  1343 , which makes contact with necked in bottom area  1309  and platform handle  1355 . A removable bottom cover  1376  may secure open bottom  1307  and platform  1340  until intended use, and may be used with or without a seal, such as seal  1150  ( FIG. 11 ). Top surface  1342  of platform  1340  has a studded surface  1344  which facilitates contact with a candle. In use, a user removes bottom cover  1376  and may grip handle  1355  and move platform  1340  up or down within candleholder body  1315 . 
         [0069]      FIG. 14A  demonstrates an embodiment platform  1440  omitting a handle, and featuring long sidewalls  1443 .  FIG. 14B  shows an option where platform handle is embodied as a handle ring  1455 . 
         [0070]      FIG. 15  illustrates an embodiment featuring projections  1503  on inner surface  1507  of barrier  1505 . Platform  1540  is shaped to define platform recesses  1549  which are capable of engaging projections  1503  to function as a detent mechanism, maintaining platform  1540  temporarily in a fixed position relative to barrier  1505 . To change positions, the user applies a force sufficient to move platform  1540  upwardly or downwardly. Projections  1503  could be on platform  1540 , and recesses  1549  on inner surface  1507 . Further, in one embodiment, a portion of platform  1540 &#39;s bottom surface  1546  is shaped to define a foldable platform handle  1555  that may be extended perpendicular to bottom surface, and folded in either direction and secured to the bottom surface  1546  by a detent mechanism  1563 . Foldable handle  1555  allows platform  1540  to be pushed or pulled along barrier  1540 &#39;s long axis. 
         [0071]      FIG. 16  shows an embodiment platform  1640  having a platform handle  1655 , a disc  1660 , which in one embodiment is a foam sponge rubber top, and sidewall  1643 . Sidewall  1643  stabilizes the platform&#39;s  1640  position within a barrier, such as barrier  1605 , or a candleholder, such as candleholder  10 , preventing platform  1640  from inverting. Platform  1640  has a perimetrical surface  1603 . 
         [0072]    In all embodiments disclosed herein, the platform has a perimetrical surface—in the case of a round platform, a circumferential surface. In one preferred embodiment, a disc, such as disc  1660 , is omitted, and the perimetrical surface itself is flush again the inner wall of a candleholder and the platform is self-sealing. In another embodiment, perimetrical surface has a soft seal which provides a sealing engagement with the inner wall of a candleholder. 
         [0073]      FIG. 17  demonstrates textured grip lines  1701  in handle  1755  improve a user&#39;s grip on the handle  1755  surface, improving a user&#39;s ability to push or pull handle  1755 . 
         [0074]      FIG. 18  shows a flexible platform  1840  having a platform top surface  1842 , which is covered by a disc, such as foam rubber sponge  1860 . Flexible platform  1842  may be deformed sufficiently to place within a barrier or candle housing in which either the top opening  20  or platform access opening  30  is a smaller diameter than platform  1840 . 
         [0075]    It should be apparent to one skilled in the art that the platform and disc share a size and shape relationship. It should be noted that a disc displaced on the top surface of a platform has been disclosed. In an alternative embodiment, a square, or other shape platform is utilized—the shape corresponding to the candleholder body&#39;s shape. According, a disc is replaced with a square candle stabilizing and sealing member, such as a square foam rubber sponge, which may be disposed on the top of a platform and used to seal the candleholder to keep wax above the level of the platform. In one embodiment, this square stabilizing and sealing member is sized slightly larger than the platform. In another embodiment, the square stabilizing member is the same size as the platform. In another embodiment, the sealing member is omitted, and a platform is sealed in the manner described in paragraph [0071]. 
         [0076]      FIG. 19  illustrates a molded candleholder glass container  1915  having a bottom  1925  shaped to define a platform access opening  1930 . A seal  1950  covers platform access opening  1930 . In one embodiment, seal  1950  is transparent. In one embodiment, seal  1950  covers platform access opening and at least a portion of the external surface of bottom  1925 . 
         [0077]    One problem frequently encountered is difficult with mobility of a candle within a candleholder. In a preferred embodiment, the candle is a soy or soy blend, palm wax, soft paraffin. These candles were unexpectedly found to provide less resistance against a candleholder&#39;s inner wall. Thus, the present invention preferentially uses semi-soft candles to facilitate the user&#39;s ability to move a candle within a candleholding vessel. 
         [0078]      FIG. 20  demonstrates a platform  2040  with handle  2055  and platform sidewall  2043  and a candle stabilizing and sealing member  2060 , such as a foam sponge rubber which could be in the shape of a disc. Member  2060  overhangs platform  2040  in an resulting in an overhanging portion  2061 , wherein the overhanging portion makes contact with the inner wall of a candleholder such as the inner wall of candleholder body  15  ( FIG. 1 ). When platform  2040  is advanced upwardly, the overhanging portion  2061  of member  2060  makes contact with the inner wall of a candleholder or barrier, such as the inner wall of barrier  5 , or the inner wall of candleholder body, such as candleholder body  415 . The ends of the overhanging portion  1461  are directed downwardly—sealing the platform within the candleholder. 
         [0079]      FIG. 21  demonstrates an embodiment platform  2140  having a top surface  2142  bearing a wick receptacle  2143  can accommodate a push-in, or snap-in wick assembly  2146 . Wick assembly  2146  is comprised of wick base  2148  attached to wick  2160 . Wick base  2148  may be adhesively affixed to platform  2140 —particularly where assembled in a factory setting. Alternatively, where a candleholder is sold as part of a kit, wicks may be replaceable, thus wick assembly  2146  may be reversibly affixed by push-in or snap-in attachment to wick receptacle  2143 . 
         [0080]      FIG. 22  illustrates an embodiment platform  2240  shaped to define wax gripping projections  2244 . Foldable handle  2255  can be molded, glued in, or affixed adhesively. 
         [0081]      FIG. 23  illustrates a platform  2340  having two foldable handles  2355 . In an independent embodiment, piston  2340 &#39;s is itself is molded to define flexible thin seals  2376  located on the perimeter of platform  2340  to keep wax above platform  2340 . This is particularly required when filling an embodiment candleholder with hot soy, paraffin, wax, or other candle forming materials. Seals  2376  also prevent solid or semi-solid wax from moving under platform  2340  during use, when moving the candle up and down within a candleholder. Seals  2376  prevent wax from leaking when below the level of platform  2340  when flowable candle-forming material—such as hot wax—is poured into vessel. 
         [0082]      FIG. 24  illustrates an embodiment wing seal  2476  on platform  2440 . Wing seals  2476  are formed by affixing rubber, silicone, plastic, or urethane to the perimeter border  2403  of platform  2440 . Wing seals  2476  keep wax above platform  2440 , particularly when filling a candleholder with hot soy, paraffin, wax, or other candle forming materials. Wing seals  2476  also prevent wax from moving under platform  2440  during use, when moving the candle up and down within a candleholder. Seals  2476  permit a sealed sliding engagement between platform  2440  and inner surface of a barrier or candleholder body. 
         [0083]      FIG. 25  describes an embodiment stick-on handle assembly  2500  which has an adhesive surface  2523  and a peel-out handle tab  2555 . Handle tab  2555  may be peeled back, and used to push or pull a platform. A peelable handle  2555  can be affixed to the bottom surface or a platform, such as bottom surface of platform  2040  or platform  2440  allowing a platform to be manipulated—specifically allowing platform to be pulled back. In one embodiment a prepackaged LIFT ‘N’ PEEL® brand peelable handle could be utilized. 
         [0084]      FIG. 26  illustrates a bottom view of the bottom  2625  of candleholder body  2015  having seal  2650 , which could be clear or opaque, having a pull tab  2653 . Seal  2650  prevents tampering. In another embodiment, a removable cover, such as removable bottom cover  1376  is fittable over bottom  2625  to seal a candleholder body opening such as base bottom surface opening  30 . 
         [0085]      FIG. 27  illustrates an embodiment candle product  2700  with candleholder body  2715  and candle  2766  set within. Candle  2766  is formed of soft wax materials, such as soy wax, and disposed on a disc which is in one embodiment, foam sponge rubber top  2760 . The foam sponge rubber top  2760  is disposed on the top surface  2742  of platform  2740 . Platform  2740  is within candleholder body  2715 . Bottom surface  2744  of platform  2740  is shaped to define a handle  2755 . Candleholder body  2715  has a bottom  2725  with candleholder bottom opening  2730 . A tamper evident seal (such as shown by  1950  in  FIG. 19 ) may cover bottom opening  2730 . In one embodiment, at least one label is located on the outer aspect of candleholder body  2715 . The first label is located in the bottom zone  2713  of the outside of candleholder body  2715  and is opaque and designed to hide platform  2740 . A semi-clear label is located on the middle zone  2717  of candleholder  2715 . A clear label is in the top zone  2719  of candleholder. A lamp shade  2777  fits into top opening  2720  of candleholder body  2715 . 
         [0086]      FIG. 28  illustrates a method of lifting candle  2866  within candleholder through use of heat resistant internal threading  2819  along the circumferential inner wall of candle housing  2815 . Threading  2819  can be integrally formed, or can be a freestanding insert inserted into candleholder body  2815 . Platform  2840  has handle  2855 , which may be twisted to elevate platform  2840  and candle  2866  upwardly toward open top  2820 , or rotated in the opposite direction to move candle  2866  downwardly toward candle bottom  2825 . 
         [0087]      FIG. 29  illustrates a candle  2966  within a candleholder body  2915 . Platform  2940  is disposed within candleholder body  2915 . Base bottom opening  2930  is covered by a seal which may be seal  1950  ( FIG. 19 ); the seal may be clear, foil, or a pop metal seal. A shade  2936  is fitted to candleholder top  2920 , with at least one vent hole  2938  in the candleholder shade  2936 . Shade  2936  may be formed of glass, tin, or other metal and used when the candle is burning. Shade  2936  provides light inside the shade. A candle flame  2977  burning at the relative top of a candleholder body  2915 , an optimal burning zone, and provides more light, more scent, and burns better and brighter. 
         [0088]      FIG. 30  shows a bottom view of a square embodiment platform  3040  demonstrating platform handle  3055 . Square embodiment platform may be used in a cuboidally shaped candleholder body. 
         [0089]      FIG. 31  is a bottom view of an embodiment cuboidally shaped candleholder barrier  3115  showing a cuboidally shaped glass, tin, or other metal candleholder body  3115  shaped to define platform access opening  3130  covered with seal  3150 . It should be noted that platform access opening  3130  is smaller than platform  3040  to be sure platform  3040  is retained within candleholder body  3115 . As with the circumferential embodiments, a cuboidally shaped embodiment may be integrally formed. 
         [0090]      FIG. 32  demonstrates a simulated pillar candle  3200  having a push or twist platform  3240  to drive candle  3266  upwardly. The exterior of candleholder body  3215  features simulated wax—emulating the look of an authentic pillar candle. 
         [0091]      FIG. 33  illustrates a novena-style candle  3300 , which is relatively tall and thin. Candle  3366  is within candleholder body  3315  and atop platform  3340  within. Candle  3300  is packaged with push-up rod  3302 . Candleholder body  3315  is shaped to define platform access opening  3330 . When the user desires to advance platform  3340 , the user inserts rod  3302  through access opening  3330  and applies sufficient force to raise platform  3340  and candle  3366  upwardly toward candle top  3320 . In one embodiment, instead of a handle, platform  3340  is shaped to define a void  3355 , and rod  3302  may be inserted into that void to more effectively move platform  3340  upwardly. In one embodiment void  3355 , and one end of rod  3302 , have mateable threading, such that one end of rod  3302  may be screwed into void  3355 , allowing platform  3340  to be pushed or pulled. When a user is finished adjusting candle height, the user unscrews rod  3302  from void  3355 , and platform  3340  with candle  3366  atop, maintains its position. Base cover  3399  may fit within platform access opening  3330  and may also serve, in one embodiment, as a push base to provide support one end of rod  3302  during the application of force to raise platform  3340 . 
         [0092]      FIG. 34  shows a triangularly-shaped candleholder  3400 , wherein the candleholder body  3405  has rounded corners  3401 , featuring a cover  3496  shaped to define a brush holder  3498  to hold a brush. Platform  3440  is similarly shaped to substantially occupy the void across the short axis of body  3405 . 
         [0093]      FIG. 35  illustrates a pull-up wire  3513  where wire  3513  is located under platform  3540 . In use, a user pulls wire  3513  causing tension in wire  3513  and elevation of platform  3540  toward candle opening top  3520 . 
         [0094]      FIG. 36  demonstrates a tin container candleholder body  3605  with an overlay  3688  which may be clear or printed, located on the outside of candleholder body  3605 . In an alternative, clear glass or plastic container body  3605 , overlay is located on the outside of candleholder body  3605 , but could be inside as well, as it will be visible through the clear glass or plastic. 
         [0095]      FIG. 37  demonstrates an embodiment platform  3740  having a central wick hole  3743  and at least one wire hole  3746 , in a preferred embodiment there being a plurality of wire holes  3746 . Wire holes permit wire  3513  ( FIG. 35 ) to be passed through platform  3740  and secured along the bottom surface of platform  3740 . In use, a user can pull wire  3513  that is secured under platform  3740 , which draws platform  3740  upwardly. 
         [0096]      FIG. 38  illustrates a candleholder  3800  shaped to define a tapered top opening  3820 . A sufficient force applied to platform  3840  will move platform  3840  and candle  3866  upwardly, toward top opening  3820 . Candle  3866  is prevented from moving past necked-in tapered point  3817 . Barrier  3805  sits within base  3810 . 
         [0097]      FIG. 39  illustrates an embodiment candleholder  3900  where barrier  3905  is glass and within base  3910 . Ridges  3988  and tapered point  3917  prevent candle  3966  from moving past opening  3920  as platform  3940  moves candle  3966  against the inner wall of barrier  3905 . 
         [0098]      FIG. 40  illustrates an embodiment candleholder  4000  having a cover  4011  with scent holes  4012  with a scent chip  4016  which may be reversibly affixed to cover  4011 . In one embodiment, chip  4016  is snappably affixed to cover  4011 . Vents  4018  may be opened or closed to facilitate candle flame burning and the dissipation of scent. When not in use, cover  4011  may be removed from candleholder and inverted to provide scent. 
         [0099]    A preferred embodiment of the present invention discloses an integrally molded candleholder body having an inner surface, a first end, and second end, wherein the second end is shaped to define a molded bottom and a bottom surface opening; a platform sized to fit within a candleholder body, such that the platform is perpendicularly disposed relative to the inner surface, wherein said platform is sized to substantially fill the void of the candleholder body, wherein said platform shaped to define a top platform surface, wherein the platform is sized greater the base bottom surface opening, wherein said platform has a perimeter; a seal affixed to at least a portion of platform&#39;s perimeter; wherein a user may move a candle disposed on said platform, within said candleholder body in the direction of the first end, wherein a candle, as it is consumed, may be advanced such that a candle surface may be maintained near the first end. 
         [0100]    Embodiments of this invention have disclosed a platform that substantially fills the void across barrier or candleholder body. An optimal embodiment has found to be a platform length of at least 70% of the void in the diameter. Further, embodiments of this invention have disclosed an optimal burning zone for a candle flame. An optimal embodiment has found an optimal burning zone to be within 15 centimeters from a candleholder top. 
         [0101]    Although the present invention has been described with reference to the preferred embodiments, it should be understood that various modifications and variations can be easily made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the invention. Accordingly, the foregoing disclosure should be interpreted as illustrative only and is not to be interpreted in a limiting sense. It is further intended that any other embodiments of the present invention that result from any changes in application or method of use or operation, which are not specified within the detailed written description or illustrations contained herein yet, are considered apparent or obvious to one skilled in the art are within the scope of the present invention. Further, it should be noted that several inventive embodiments are disclosed together for convenience; unless specified otherwise, all embodiment inventive options disclosed herein may be used independently or together with any other embodiment.

Technology Classification (CPC): 5