Beeswax & Stearine Altar Candles
At Angel Direct, our Beeswax & Stearine Altar Candles collection features traditional altar candles made of 100% beeswax, as well as 51% beeswax blends designed for steady, clean burning, and perfect for Mass, daily prayer, and seasonal celebrations. We offer both beeswax altar candles and stearine altar candles, crafted by trusted names such as Dadant Candle and Will & Baumer. See our FAQ section at the bottom of this page for helpful information when ordering your altar candles!
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Dadant Candle 51% Beeswax Altar Candles
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Dadant Candle 100% Beeswax Altar Candles
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Will & Baumer Altar Brand 51% Beeswax Altar Candles
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Dadant Candle Stearine Altar Candles
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Will & Baumer Polar Brand Stearine Altar Candles
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Frequently Asked Questions
When shopping for altar candles, you’ll see both 100% and 51% beeswax options. A 100% beeswax candle is made entirely from natural beeswax and is traditionally used in many Catholic churches, especially for principal liturgies. Many parishes select beeswax altar candles of higher beeswax content when they want the most traditional composition. A 51% beeswax candle blends beeswax with other waxes, offering a lower-cost option that is widely used for regular services and weekday Masses. Both 100% and 51% beeswax altar candles are offered in standard church sizes designed to work with common altar candlesticks and holders used for church altar candles.
Use of stearine altar candles varies by parish and diocese. Some churches use stearine altar candles for weekday Masses, chapels, or non-Mass services, while others prefer beeswax altar candles for all liturgical use. If you are uncertain, consult your parish guidelines or diocesan directives before ordering altar candles.
Choosing church altar candles starts with matching the candle diameter to the socket or follower of your existing candlesticks. Diameter is the most important measurement for proper fit and safe use. Once the diameter is confirmed, select a height that fits your service length and setting. If you are updating or replacing candlesticks or followers, explore our altar candlesticks and candle stands collections to find compatible bases and floor stands designed for traditional altar candles, and verify hardware dimensions before ordering altar candles. For help selecting sizes for church altar candles, call Angel Direct at 770.455.9177.
Burn time for altar candles depends on candle diameter, height, and wax composition. In general, larger-diameter church altar candles burn longer than narrower ones. Each product listing includes size and composition details, whether beeswax altar candles or stearine altar candles, to help you plan for your service schedule. If you need guidance selecting altar candles for a particular Mass schedule or chapel use, the Angel Direct team can assist by phone.
It is possible to mix beeswax altar candles and stearine altar candles, but most sacristans aim for visual consistency on the altar. Using the same candle type helps keep a uniform look in color and surface appearance across your church altar candles. Some parishes reserve beeswax altar candles for the principal altar and use stearine altar candles or blends in chapels or for weekday services. Practices vary by parish, but using one candle type per altar is often preferred.
Yes, most church altar candles work well with standard followers and sockets when the candle diameter matches your existing hardware. These altar candles are offered in traditional church sizes commonly used with standard followers and sockets. If you are unsure of your measurements, measure the opening of your follower or socket before ordering altar candles, or contact Angel Direct for help confirming fit. If you need new hardware, see our pew end candlesticks collection for decorative side-aisle lighting or processional use.