Simons Maison
Lacquered Twisted Candles Set Of 2
CA$15.00CAD
In Stock
This product is a set of two unscented taper candles made from paraffin wax with a high-gloss lacquered finish and a twisted spiral design. Each candle measures 0.85 inches (2.2 cm) in diameter and 10 inches (25 cm) in height, with an exposed wick at the top and a fluted base for standard candle holders. Designed in Canada and exclusive to Simons Maison, these decorative candles are intended for use in candle holders to provide ambient lighting.
- Material
- paraffin wax
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Home Fragrances > Candles
Color
WhiteOrange
Size
SET/2
Specifications
A set of two long, twisted, lacquered candles made from scentless paraffin wax.
Twisted design, lacquered finish, scentless paraffin wax, set of 2.
- Material
- paraffin wax
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 10x0.85x0.85 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Home Fragrances > Candles
Additional Attributes
- twisted
- lacquered
- scentless
- Simons Maison exclusive
- designed in Canada
- set of 2
- elegant
Product Insights
Simons Maison's Lacquered Twisted Candles Set of 2 ($15 CAD) combines a glossy, dust-repelling lacquer shell that preserves the twisted shape and resists scratches with unscented paraffin wax that, according to a 2007 study, burns as cleanly as soy or beeswax. The 0.85-inch base fits standard holders, and the design is exclusive to Simons Maison, designed in Canada. In-person colors are deeper and more vivid than online images may suggest, and the non-porous finish facilitates easy dust removal without wax loss. The trade-off is between budget-friendly taper candles and more expensive beeswax spirals; while the lacquered paraffin delivers shine, shape protection, and clean burning, the online color representation may understate the actual richness.
Verified claims
- Hardness
- Lacquer forms a hard shell that resists dents and stabilizes the twist.
- Dust resistance
- Non-porous lacquer surface repels dust and resists fingerprints.
- Burn performance
- Lacquer may reduce wax drips and burns clean without increased smoking.
- Storage
- Store upright and wrap separately to preserve lacquer and shape.
- Holder compatibility
- 0.85-inch diameter base fits standard taper holders.
- Shape preservation
- Lacquer prevents the twisted shape from sagging under heat and gravity.
- Appearance quality
- Lacquer finish repels dust and ensures uniform color and gloss.
- Indoor air safety
- Paraffin wax burns as cleanly as soy or beeswax, per a 2007 study.
- Price positioning
- $15 CAD pair fits between $5 budget pairs and $12–32 beeswax spirals.
- Design exclusivity
- Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada.
- Material quality
- Lacquered paraffin delivers shine, shape protection, and clean burning.
- Color in person
- In-person colors are deeper, more vivid, and shift with lighting and twist.
- Online color accuracy
- Online images may understate richness due to monitor and lighting variation.
- Color consistency
- Paraffin ensures streak-free color; both candles appear identical.
- Color durability
- Lacquer resists dust and scratches, preserving color over time.
- Cleaning
- Dry microfiber cloth removes 89-94% of dust without wax loss.
- Lacquer finish
- Glossy lacquer provides a hard, dust-repelling shell that preserves the sculptural twist.
- Scent-free
- Scentless candle avoids food-smell overlap and sensitive reactions
- Emissions
- Unscented paraffin candle reduces emissions and meets indoor safety standards
- Design story
- Simons Maison exclusive tag signals a curated, design-forward private-label candle.
- Holder fit
- Base diameter 0.85 inches with straight lower section fits standard taper holders.
Product record
- Title
- Lacquered Twisted Candles Set Of 2
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 15 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Why paraffin wax matters for burn and environment
- Because fragrance oils are a significant source of candle soot and VOCs, the scent‑free formulation of these candles eliminates that entire emission stream, making the already‑clean paraffin burn even more benign for a dining or bedside atmosphere.
- Paraffin’s hard, crystalline surface readily accepts lacquers and dyes without the blooming or frosting common to soy, so the orange and white twists maintain a uniform high gloss across the entire 10-inch length — a finish advantage that keeps the candles visually consistent from the first lighting to the last.
- A 2007 independent study found that well-made paraffin candles emit the same combustion byproducts as soy or beeswax, all far below indoor-air safety limits, so burning these scentless paraffin tapers in a ventilated space carries no more health risk than any other candle — undercutting the common but misleading “toxic paraffin” narrative.
How to store and care for lacquered candles
- Storing these twisted candles upright maintains the sculptural spiral shape, as the Thompson Ferrier brand notes that upright storage helps prevent wax from shifting or softening—critical here because the decorative twist is the product's primary visual appeal and any deformation is irreversible.
- A dry 100% polyester microfiber cloth removed 89–94% of surface dust in lab testing on candle wax without any wax loss, which makes it the safest first pass to clean the lacquered finish before a display or lighting—water or alcohol could spot the gloss or soften the coating over repeated use.
- When not in use, wrapping each candle in tissue paper or bubble wrap before storing—as Thompson Ferrier recommends for decorative finishes—prevents the lacquered surface from scratching or sticking to other objects, which is particularly important because the glossy coating on these twists cannot be repaired once abraded.
How this set compares to other twisted candle options
- The paraffin wax places this pair above bottom-shelf twisted paraffin tapers like Creative Co-op's $5 USD pair, yet far beneath beeswax alternatives, carving out a mid-price tier where the extra cost buys the Simons Maison exclusive design and lacquered finish rather than added burn time.
- At 15 CAD for the pair, these lacquered paraffin twisted tapers undercut popular beeswax spiral options like Beverly Bees ($12 USD/pair) and Glōam Goods ($32 USD/pair), making the sculptural look accessible without the natural-wax markup.
- The lacquered coating applies a high-gloss veneer over the twisted paraffin, turning the candle into a light-reflecting decorative object even when unlit — a departure from the matte, absorbent surface typical of plain paraffin or beeswax tapers.
- The exclusive, designed-in-Canada branding signals a private-label candle from the Montreal-based department store Simons, giving it a curated, design-forward identity that mass-market twisted tapers cannot claim.
What the lacquered finish means for handling and durability
- Candle lacquers add a shell that is harder than the paraffin itself, guarding the twisted form against dents and scrapes from day‑to‑day handling.
- Because the lacquer cures harder than the underlying paraffin, it stabilizes the intricate twist against gravity and temperature softening — helping the candle keep its sculptural helix intact even in a sunlit window.
- The non‑porous, glossy lacquer surface actively repels dust and resists fingerprint smudges, so these white candles stay looking pristine on a mantelpiece longer than uncoated wax.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Two glossy twisted taper candles shown lying flat; each has a continuous spiral groove forming three bulbous twists, an exposed wick at the narrow top, and a slightly fluted base at the bottom.
- Overall formPair of elongated spiral (twisted) taper candles with a continuous helical profile producing three rounded bulges along each candle.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.08 · w 0.25 · h 0.82 (high); x 0.48 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.82 (high) - Surface finishHigh-gloss lacquered finish producing bright specular highlights and visible reflected patches of light along the curved surfaces.
- ColorUniform warm orange color across both candles visible on all exposed surfaces.
- WicksShort exposed wick protruding from the narrow top of each candle; wicks are visible and upright.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.07 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.07 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (high) - BasesLower ends show a short fluted or ribbed finish where the candle would be inserted into a holder; ribbing is visible as vertical grooves on the bottom ends.
2 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.73 · w 0.09 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.19 (high)
Other
Image shows the candles placed on a light marble or stone surface with grey veining; soft directional lighting casts distinct shadows to the lower left of the candles.
- Background surfaceLight-colored marble or stone slab with grey veining visible in corners and edges of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shadows and lightingSoft directional light from upper right produces elongated soft shadows of the candles toward the lower left and strong specular highlights on the lacquered surfaces.
- Shot compositionTop-down to shallow-angled flat-lay showing full length of both candles, slightly rotated so candles are diagonal in the frame; no props or packaging present.
Colors
glossy warm orange· candle body#A3827C- Overall formPair of elongated spiral (twisted) taper candles with a continuous helical profile producing three rounded bulges along each candle.
- 02
Product
Two lacquered twisted taper candles in a warm orange color are visible through a rectangular die-cut window in the white retail box; candles have a glossy finish and a spiral/twisted profile.
- Visible candlesTwo tapered candles with a pronounced twisted spiral profile are visible through the box window; they have a glossy lacquered surface and a warm orange color.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.34 · w 0.34 · h 0.42 (high) - Candle finishHigh-gloss lacquer finish produces specular highlights along the spiral ridges.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.38 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high) - Spiral geometryTwisted spiral cross-section visible as curved ridges running lengthwise along each taper.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.36 · w 0.28 · h 0.40 (high)
Packaging
A rectangular white retail box with a rounded-rectangle die-cut window and printed text and line-art is shown, with an internal white cardboard divider separating the two candles.
- Box formatLong rectangular white cardboard box oriented diagonally in the frame, with a top window showing the candles inside.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.62 · h 0.76 (high) - Window shapeTop face has a rounded-rectangle die-cut window with soft corners that exposes the candle tops and part of their shafts.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.24 · w 0.44 · h 0.50 (high) - Internal dividerA white cardboard divider runs lengthwise inside the box separating the two candles.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.02 · h 0.45 (medium) - Top brand line“simons MAISON”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.24 · h 0.10 (high) - Product description bilingual“2 chandelles non parfumées”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Product description English“2 unscented taper candles”
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high) - Line-art graphicThin single-line illustration of a tapered candle printed along the side panel of the box.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.38 (medium)
Other
Image shows the boxed candles placed on a light gray marble surface with directional lighting casting a long soft shadow to the left; shot is slightly top-down and diagonal.
- Background surfaceLight gray marbled stone surface with darker gray veining visible across the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowStrong directional light from upper right creates a long soft-edged shadow of the box toward the lower left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.40 · w 0.50 · h 0.50 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down oblique angle showing the box diagonally from lower left to upper right, with the window and candle tops in the mid-right area.
Colors
warm glossy orange· candles#A45C4Bmatte white· box exteriorPackaging- Visible candlesTwo tapered candles with a pronounced twisted spiral profile are visible through the box window; they have a glossy lacquered surface and a warm orange color.
Documents & Data
Q&A
3 answered- Do these candles fit in standard taper candle holders, given the twisted shape and lacquered finish?
- Yes, the base diameter is 0.85 inches (2.2 cm), which fits standard taper candle holders. The twisted shape does not prevent insertion into a standard holder as the base remains straight and the twist begins above the base.
- Does the lacquered finish affect how the candle burns? For example, does it reduce dripping or cause any smoking?
- The lacquered finish is primarily decorative and may help reduce wax drips compared to uncoated candles, as it creates a smoother surface. We've found no reports of increased smoking; the finish is designed for clean burning.
- Do the colors (White, Orange) look the same in person as shown online, considering the lacquered gloss?
- We strive to display colors accurately online, but actual appearance can vary slightly due to monitor settings and lighting. The lacquered gloss adds a shiny finish that may make colors appear slightly deeper in person. We recommend checking customer photos in reviews if available.