Candle Dye Calculator
Dye amounts by form and color depth for consistent color every batch.
Dye Needed
Liquid dye
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Wax in Batch
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Enter your batch's wax weight to see the dye amount
Enter your numbers first — then save the calculation or download it as a spreadsheet.
Step 1: Wax weight (oz)
the whole batch
Step 2: Dye form
Step 3: Color depth
Starting points per pound of wax
Light / pastel2 drops/lb
Medium5 drops/lb
Deep / saturated8 drops/lb
Dye concentration varies by brand — follow your supplier's dosing if it differs. Test the color by dripping cooled wax on white paper; the cured candle dries lighter than the melted pool. Heavy dye can clog wicks, so retest the burn after big color changes.
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