Combustion – Candle – e.g. – taper – etc. – Having structure additional to wax and wick
Reexamination Certificate
2000-01-28
2001-06-05
Clarke, Sara (Department: 3743)
Combustion
Candle, e.g., taper, etc.
Having structure additional to wax and wick
C044S275000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06241512
ABSTRACT:
STATEMENT RE: FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT
(Not Applicable)
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention generally relates to decorative candles, and more particularly to a decorative candle display having uniquely shaped, integral gelatinous structures suspended within the display and additionally constructed to accept a replacement core candle upon depletion of an original core candle.
Candles have become popular for decorative purposes and as such are being formed in different styles, shapes, and colors. Typically, there are three different types of candles: tapered, molded, and container. The candles may be manufactured from a wax, such as paraffin, vegetable or beeswax.
A container candle is formed by pouring molten wax into a container having a wick disposed therein. The wick is extensible through the wax such that as the wick is burned, the wax around the wick will melt, thereby providing fuel for the wick to burn. A molded candle is formed by pouring melted wax into a mold containing a wick. The wax is allowed to cool such that it solidifies and is then removable from the mold thereby forming the candle. Tapered candles are formed by dipping a wick into melted wax. Each time the candle is dipped into the melted wax, the wax adheres to itself thereby forming the tapered candle.
Fragrances and/or pigments can be added to the wax to give the candle a unique appearance. Typically, the fragrance and/or pigment is mixed with the wax when in a molten state. The wax containing the fragrance and/or pigment is then formed into the preferred type of candle. The pigment will give the candle a desired coloring, while the fragrance gives the candle a preferred scent. The scent produced by the fragrance may become more pronounced as the candle is being burned.
In addition to making candles out of wax, mineral oil has been used to make candles (i.e., gel candles). The mineral oil is gelatinous and a solid at ambient temperature. Typically, a gel candle is formed by pouring molten mineral oil into a container having a wick. The mineral oil is allowed to cool to its gelatinous state thereby forming a candle within the container. Gel candles burn longer than candles made from paraffin wax because of the high oil content of the gel. Furthermore, gel candles may additionally be scented and/or colored to add more variety to the candles. Additionally, gel components may be fabricated from the mineral oil gel, where the gel components are individual pieces of mineral oil gel fabricated into prescribed shapes. The individual gel components may then be placed on the top of a wax candle to provide a more decorative appearance.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
In view of the above considerations, it is apparent that gel structures can provide aesthetic contributions to candle products. Accordingly, a primary object of the present invention is to provide a decorative candle display incorporating a core candle within a non-opaque container and surrounded by a plurality of colored gelatinous structures maintained in place against the container wall by a meltable solid mixture component within a chamber situated between the core candle and the wall.
Another object of the present invention is to provide a decorative candle display wherein the chamber is of a cross sectional size adequate to dissipate heat through the solid mixture from the core candle when lighted such that the gelatinous structures do not melt but, instead, appear as a stained glass.
Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a decorative candle display wherein a cavern is formed within the solid mixture when the core candle is burned and wherein a subsequent replacement core candle can be inserted, thereby permitting re-use of the product.
These and other objects of the present invention will become apparent throughout the description thereof which now follows.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is a decorative candle display and a method for its manufacture. The candle display comprises a non-opaque container with an interior wall surface and a core candle having a first melting point and situated within the container such that a chamber is formed between the core candle and the wall surface. A plurality of colored gelatinous structures are adhered against the interior wall surface such that the structures are visible exteriorly, and a meltable solid mixture having a second melting point lower than the first melting point is disposed within the chamber. The chamber is of a cross sectional size adequate to dissipate heat through the solid mixture from the core candle when lighted such that the gelatinous structures do not melt from that heat. Concurrently, a cavern is formed within the solid mixture where the core candle is situated and when the core candle is burned. This cavern is formed by minimal melting of surrounding mixture material, and permits a subsequent replacement core candle which is placed in the cavern upon expiration of the original core candle. Finally, upon lighting the replacement core candle, a minimal amount of core-candle wax will melt to fill any excess void between the core candle and the cavern wall formed by the mixture. In this manner, the present decorative candle display can be re-used by simply placing a new core candle, typically a standard votive candle, within the container.
Methodology for manufacturing the decorative candle display comprises the placement of a core candle having a first melting point into a non-opaque container such that a chamber is formed between the core candle and inside wall surface of the container. A plurality of colored gelatinous structures are adhered against the interior wall surface such that these structures are visible exteriorly and are inherently sufficiently tacky to adhere to the surface. A molten mixture having a second melting point lower than the first melting point is then poured into the chamber and allowed to cool and form a solid mixture. Sizing is such that the chamber is of a cross sectional size adequate to dissipate heat through the solid mixture from the core candle when lighted and to form a cavern within the solid mixture as described above for acceptance of a subsequent replacement core candle.
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Asbury Frank H.
Freeman Scott H.
Clarke Sara
Stetina Brunda Garred & Brucker
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