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Glass Tealight Holders: How to Choose the Perfect Candle Holder

Monday 14th October 2024

When it comes to choosing the perfect candle holder, there are so many options available on the market, that it can become quite an overwhelming process to decide the best one for your home.

For instance, numerous factors need to be taken into consideration - ranging from the type of candle holder you want, its size, design, colours and much more.

However, one type of candle holder stands out from many of the others: glass tealight holders. While they also come in a range of shapes and sizes, they are the perfect choice for a candle holder - elegant and delicate, glass tealight holders offer so much more than somewhere to store a candle, they can also double up as ornaments for your home.

In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide on glass tealight holders, and why they are the perfect candle holder.

Glass Tealight Holders: What Are They?

Firstly, we will explain what glass tealight holders are. Simply put, they are small, glass creations that are designed to hold tealights - small, round candles which can often be bought incredibly cheaply and usually in packs of 10 upwards.

However, do not be fooled by their size - glass tealight holders embody the phrase 'small but mighty' - and these wonderful creations can be used as ornaments when they do not have a tealight in them.

Many glass tealight holders are also crafted with coloured glass, which creates a captivating effect when the candle is lit and the flame flickers through the glass, creating a mesmerising effect on the surfaces around the tealight holder.

Types of Glass Tealight Holders

Because of the nature of their creation, there are numerous types of glass tealight holders, often available in a range of different colours, shapes and sizes. In this next section, we will discuss a few of the different types available.

Clear Glass Tealight Holders

Sometimes, less is more. This can often be the case with clear glass tealight holders.
However, while these are ideal for homes with neutral decor, they can also be just as suitable for homes which have colourful decor, or lots going on in a particular room.

This is because, for homes with neutral decor, the tealight holder itself fits in well in the room, while for homes with busy decor, the flame flickers through the clear glass and creates a plethora of patterns on the colourful surfaces behind it.

Because of their elegant designs and nature, crystal tealight holders can also fit into this category of clear tealight holders.

Coloured Glass Tealight Holders

Of course, coloured glass tealight holders are another option when it comes to choosing the perfect candle holder.

Some good advice to stick with when opting for coloured glass tealight holders is to decide what colours you really like when they are illuminated on a surface.

For example, a red tealight holder could be the perfect option if you are a fan of red. In addition, reds are ideal for creating a cosy atmosphere, and they look excellent in your living room at Christmas time.

Frosted Glass Tealight Holders

A popular choice in recent years, frosted glass tealight holders are another option when it comes to choosing the perfect glass candle holder.

Thanks to their translucent nature, the flame will not flicker as brightly on the surfaces around it, but will instead illuminate the tealight holder, making it look like a very unique ornament.

Browse our frosted glass collection to see if you could envisage owning a frosted glass tealight holder.

Flat Glass Tealight Holders

Of course, while many tealight holders are crafted up and around to protect the flame, some flat designs are suited perfectly for those who wish to place the tealight holder on a table, such as for a romantic candlelit dinner for two.

In addition, these tealight holders take up a lot less space than their taller counterparts and are easy to fit in with any sort of decor.

They are easier to clean, too - although we will be discussing how to properly clean a glass tealight holder later in this article.

How to Choose the Perfect Glass Tealight Holder

In this next section, we will outline a number of factors to take into account when choosing the perfect glass tealight holder for your home.

Size Matters

Naturally, because glass tealight holders come in a number of different sizes, not all of them will complement the decor in your home.

For those wanting something small and almost hidden, then the smaller the better.
For those who are planning on using the glass tealight holder not just as a candle holder, but as an ornament, then choosing a larger size will be more beneficial.

While small tealight holders absolutely do have their own charm and are usually cheaper, larger tealight holders can often double up as statement pieces, so if you are searching for a tealight holder that can function as both a candle holder and an ornament, then a larger one is the more suitable choice.

Shapes

The shape of a tealight holder should also be taken into consideration when choosing a candle holder. While the decor of your home should take some part in deciding what type of tealight holder to choose from, the shape of a tealight holder is also important.

For example, if you only have limited space, then the tealight holder (whether you want to use it as an ornament or statement piece or not) should be able to fit in the designated space that you have in mind.

Tealight holders crafted into individual shapes also have a charm to them, and make for unique household ornaments as well as candle holders.

For example, heart-shaped tealight holders are a perfect Valentine's Day gift for a loved one and look wonderful with a small tealight in them while enjoying a romantic night in for two.

Quality

It goes without saying that the quality of the glass should be one of the most important factors that you consider when choosing glass tealight holders.

Here at Hard to Resist, we pride ourselves on using only the most high-quality glass for our candle holders, and our glass tealight holders are no exception.

The reason why quality comes into consideration is because of its durability.

Thicker glasses will last for longer, which is especially important when a flame is being used in close proximity to the glass, such as in a tealight holder.

In addition, the clarity of the glass is also paramount - if the glass is not of good quality, it will not reflect the flickering flame onto the surrounding surfaces very well, and it will have features such as bubbles, which are not aesthetically pleasing.

Cleaning Glass Tealight Holders

There are a few tips which come in handy when looking after your glass tealight holders and can ensure their longevity as well as making sure that they always look shiny and ready to go.

The following section will outline a few tips, and the order you should follow them in, to keep your glass tealight holders looking as good as they can.

Dusting: Firstly, it is important to dust your glass tealight holders regularly. A quick dusting with a cloth, some kitchen roll, or even a feather duster if you're very careful with it can make sure it looks clean and brand-new and also removes any dirt particles, such as soot or ash.

Removing Wax Buildup: Next, you should take care to remove any wax. Obviously, this should be done once the wax has cooled and hardened. It can be removed with your fingers, or a plastic tool. Never use metal tools (even teaspoons), as the metal can scratch the glass, and ruin the pattern on the tealight holder.

Washing: This is arguably the most tricky step. When washing your glass tealight holder, you should use warm, soapy water - preferably using neutral soap or even dish soap - and wash gently with a dishcloth or a sponge. Do not use a wire scrubber, as this can scratch the glass. You should dry the tealight holder with a dry dishcloth, or pat it dry with a kitchen roll.

Conclusion

Overall, there are several reasons to choose a glass tealight holder for your perfect candle holder. With their versatile designs - such as clear glass, frosted glass, coloured glass and more, they make for wonderful decorative additions to any home.

Their range of sizes also makes it easy to pick a design for your home, from the tallest of designs to those which can fit easily in small places.

Because they can also double up as ornaments, regardless of whether or not they have a tealight in them or not, they function as both a part of your home decor and as a candle holder.

Finally, they are not difficult to look after, so long as you clean them regularly, and follow the correct methods of cleaning them: dusting, removing wax, washing, and drying.
Browse our full range of glass tealight holders here.