Candle Ranges and Wax Types
Understanding Our Altar Candle Ranges
For over 70 years, we have supplied altar candles to churches throughout the United Kingdom. During that time, we have learned that every church is different. Some seek the lowest possible cost, others value the traditional qualities of beeswax, whilst many are looking for a balance between quality, sustainability and value for money.
To help churches make an informed choice, we offer a carefully developed range of altar candles. Each range has been created to meet different requirements whilst maintaining the reliability, consistency and performance expected from DM Hay candles.
STANDARD
Our Standard Altar Candles provide a practical and economical solution for churches seeking dependable performance at an affordable price.
Manufactured from carefully selected waxes, they offer a clean, reliable burn and traditional ivory appearance. Standard candles are particularly suited to churches with high candle consumption or those seeking the most cost-effective option for everyday use.
Key Features
• Our most economical altar candle
• Reliable and consistent performance
• Traditional ivory appearance
• Excellent value for money
• Suitable for everyday church use
Best For
Churches seeking dependable performance and affordability.
WHITE STEARINE
White Stearine Altar Candles are produced using high-quality stearine wax, creating a bright white candle with a firm and durable structure.
Their crisp appearance and excellent burning characteristics make them particularly popular in churches where a pure white candle is preferred for aesthetic or liturgical reasons.
Key Features
• Bright white appearance
• Firm, durable construction
• Consistent burning characteristics
• Clean and elegant presentation
• Suitable for everyday and special services
Best For
Churches seeking a bright white altar candle with excellent burning performance.
CLASSIC RANGE
Our Classic Range combines traditional craftsmanship with the performance benefits of beeswax. Each candle is handcrafted using traditional methods and contains at least 25% pure beeswax, resulting in a denser candle that burns slowly, consistently and reliably.
The traditional drawing and dipping processes used to manufacture Classic candles produce a more compact wax structure than many machine-made alternatives. This contributes to excellent burning performance whilst maintaining good value for money.
Available in either a traditional ivory finish or a natural unbleached finish, the Classic Range represents an ideal balance between quality, sustainability and affordability.
All Classic candles contain at least 35% sustainable wax content.
Classic (Ivory)
A traditional ivory-coloured altar candle containing at least 25% pure beeswax.
This is the most popular option within the Classic Range, combining traditional appearance, dependable performance and excellent value.
Key Features
• At least 25% pure beeswax
• Traditional ivory finish
• Handcrafted using traditional methods
• Slow and consistent burn
• Excellent balance of quality and value
Classic (Natural)
Produced using natural, unbleached beeswax to create a warmer and more traditional appearance.
The natural colour reflects the character of genuine beeswax and is often preferred by churches seeking a more traditional aesthetic.
Key Features
• At least 25% pure beeswax
• Natural unbleached appearance
• Handcrafted using traditional methods
• Traditional character and presentation
• Popular with churches seeking a natural finish
Classic Eco
Classic Eco builds upon our Classic Range by incorporating carefully processed recycled church candle wax.
Containing over 60% sustainable wax content, Classic Eco enables churches to actively reduce waste and support candle recycling whilst continuing to enjoy the quality and performance associated with our handcrafted candles.
By choosing Classic Eco, churches help give new life to used church candles that might otherwise be discarded.
Key Features
• Over 60% sustainable wax content
• Contains recycled church candle wax
• Supports candle recycling initiatives
• Handcrafted using traditional methods
• Maintains the performance of our Classic candles
Best For
Churches seeking to reduce waste and improve sustainability without compromising quality.
PREMIUM RANGE
Our Premium Range represents the highest level of beeswax content within our altar candle collection.
Handcrafted using traditional methods and containing at least 51% pure beeswax, Premium candles offer exceptional burning characteristics, a rich natural appearance and the qualities traditionally associated with genuine beeswax candles.
For churches seeking the finest balance of tradition, performance and sustainability, Premium candles are often the preferred choice.
All Premium candles contain at least 60% sustainable wax content.
Premium
Premium candles contain at least 51% pure beeswax and are handcrafted using traditional drawing and dipping techniques.
The higher beeswax content contributes to excellent burning performance and a rich, natural appearance that has long been valued in churches throughout the Christian tradition.
Key Features
• At least 51% pure beeswax
• At least 60% sustainable wax content
• Superior burning characteristics
• Traditional handcrafted manufacture
• Rich natural appearance
Best For
Churches seeking the highest standards of quality, tradition and performance.
Premium Eco
Premium Eco combines the exceptional performance of our Premium Range with the environmental benefits of recycled church candle wax.
Containing over 85% sustainable wax content, Premium Eco represents our most environmentally responsible altar candle. It enables churches to reduce waste whilst enjoying the benefits of a high beeswax-content candle.
Key Features
• Over 85% sustainable wax content
• Contains recycled church candle wax
• Highest environmental credentials in our range
• Exceptional burning performance
• Handcrafted using traditional methods