Candle Safety: Never leave unattended Candles can burn out and cause fires, especially if left on a combustible surface. Trim the wick Trim the wick to ¼ in every time you burn a candle to prevent soot buildup and produce a better flame. Extinguish before leaving Always extinguish candles before leaving a room to avoid forgetting to do so later. Use a candle snuffer Use a candle snuffer to extinguish a candle to prevent wax from splattering. Keep in sight Always keep the candle within your sight and be aware of how it's behaving. Supervise children and pets Candles can easily be knocked over by children or pets, which can cause burns, house fires, injury, or death. Keep away from flammable objects Keep candles away from anything that can burn, such as magazines, books, tablecloths, and other combustible materials. Other tips Remove all packaging before burning, place on a temperature safe surface, and keep away from drafts