Candle buying guide –
Fragrance & candle types
Want to create ambience, add dreamy decor and leave your home smelling lovely jubbly? Of course you do. Whether you want a huge three-wick beauty that gives off an almost edible scent, a sleek and sumptuous diffuser or artificial flowers and plants that will make you do a double take, we’ve got all the home fragrances you could ever dream of and all for up to 60% less*. So, if you're at your wicks end with paying full price, come on in...
Find your fragrance
Always gravitating towards the same fragrance? No problemo. Take the quiz below to discover your new signature scent
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Your go-to holiday destination?
A Tropical getaway
B Woodland retreat
C Mountain escape -
A dreamy dessert to you is…
A Strawberry cheesecake
B Chocolate ganache
C Vanilla ice cream -
Which season is your favourite?
A Summer
B Autumn
C Spring
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Mostly As Floral
You love a sweet, sweet scent. Think roses, lavender, peonies and gardenias – anything ultra-floral that’ll make you feel like you’re walking through a field of flowers.
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Mostly Bs Woody
Earthy, spicy, woody notes are your forte. Opt for the likes of sandalwood, cedar and patchouli-based fragrances to make you feel at one with nature. Ahh.
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Mostly Cs Fresh
Who doesn’t love the nostalgic aroma of line dried sheets on a sunny, breezy morning? Choose soft linen, crisp cotton and ocean air inspired scents to spruce up your space. So fresh, so clean
Can't find the one?
We've got plenty more for you to adore. This is TK Maxx after all, we're flame-ous for it. How about one of these...
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Fruity
Get 1 of your 5 a day (kinda) with fruit candle scents. We’re talkin’ cherry, raspberry, strawberry and so many more that are so good, you could eat ‘em. But please don’t do that…
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Citrus
Home fragrances with citrus? Big yes. For a zesty aroma opt for lemon, orange and lime-based scents that’ll almost immediately give your pad a burst of freshness.
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Spiced
Autumn and Halloween lovers, rejoice. Spice up your life with cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger home fragrances to make any room feel ultra cosy.
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Oud
Seductive and almost mysterious, ouds are rich and intense which make for the perfect home fragrance. It’s giving souk in Morocco but for up to 60% less*.
Types of Wax
Stuck on which candle wax type to opt for? Consider this a helping hand
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Paraffin wax
The most commonly used, the OG if you will. Paraffin wax holds a lot of fragrance, is super affordable and casts stronger scents. Although, it’s not eco-friendly so if that’s a must for you, check out your other options.
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Soy wax
Natural, vegan, eco-friendly. Cue soy wax. It burns slow and clean and holds fragrances well. It’s usually a bit pricier and harder to find in a range of colours but don’t let that stop you.
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Beeswax
Beeswax (yes, it actually comes from bees) is a natural wax made during the honey-making process. It’s been around for thousands of years and is said to purify the air, which is always a winner.
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Rapeseed wax
Similar to soy wax, rapeseed (or canola) wax is a great choice if you’re looking for versatility and holding scent. It also has a low carbon footprint and is 100% vegan. Tick, tick, tick!
Style and Placement (like a pro)
We’re not interior design experts but take it from us, these extra bits and bobs will elevate your home even more. (You can thank us later.)
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Candlestick holders & candelabras
Our range of boujee candle holders and candelabras will have you in utter awe. Minimalism your thing? We’ve got it covered. Opulent and over the top more your vibe? Say no more.
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Pillar candles
Why just stop at scents and smells? Think fun, sculptural shapes and bright hues to make your space pop. We can’t resist chunky pillar candles and curvy bubble silhouettes to complete the tablescape.
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Outdoor lanterns & tealight holders
The fun doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down. Take the party to the patio with outdoor accessories galore. Fancy a sleek black caged lantern? Or maybe a swanky gold monkey tealight holder? We’ve got it all for up to 60% less than the RRP.
Choosing the right scent for each room
This is *very* important business. Why? 'Cause choosing the right scent for each room in your house can totally enhance the atmosphere and create a welcoming vibe. To help make your house the talk of the town, here are some home fragrance recommendations for different rooms...
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Living room
Friends, in-laws or hot date coming over? Fret not! Vanilla, sandalwood, amber and cinnamon candle scents will make any living room feel more inviting. They help create a cosy, comfortable atmosphere – exactly what you want for when your guests arrive.
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Bathroom
Basic bathroom? Never heard of it. A few scent-sational candles = the ultimate upgrade. Eucalyptus and mint home fragrances will make your bathroom feel like a fancy spa, while green tea and sea breeze scents can help maintain a clean and refreshing vibe.
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Balcony or garden
Hoping to repel insects? Candle scents like citronella, eucalyptus, or lemongrass are the best choices. Want to rest(o) al fresco? Lavender and jasmine home fragrances will help you relax. And for a lively, fresh atmosphere, pick mint or lemongrass scents.
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Bedroom
Your bedroom is your zen den and it should smell like it too. To create a peaceful retreat, look to home fragrances like lavender, chamomile, jasmine or vanilla – they all promote calmness and sleep. Dunno about you, but to us they sound haven scent.
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Home office
Coffee: Brewed. Classical music: On. Still struggling to stay focused? Light a stimulating candle like peppermint, lemon, rosemary, or pine. Peppermint and lemon scents are great for increasing alertness, while rosemary and pine can help you concentrate.
Home fragrances for each season
When the seasons change, it’s only right that your scents change too. Okay, it’s policy. And we’re basically candle connoisseurs at this point so you’d do well to listen to us. I mean, you wouldn’t want a coconut and palm aroma in your house in the depths of winter now, would you? Well, perhaps you would and that’s perfectly fine. But we’ve picked out a few scents for each season that just feel *right*. So give these a go and let us know what you think…
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Spring candle scents
Spring has sprung and you can finally hang your washing out on the line again! Hurrah. But that won’t be the only uplifting scent that helps you shake off those winter blues. Welcome in new beginnings and create a light, airy atmosphere with floral fragrances like lilac, rose and cherry blossom. Pop some candles in the hallway entrance with bamboo and herbal notes. Fill your kitchen with citrusy aromas such as lemon, grapefruit and bergamot. Ahh spring (and these savings) are in full bloom…
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Summer candle scents
Alexa, play ‘Summertime’ by Will Smith. Welcome in the warm weather with summer candle scents. Opt for fruity fragrances like mango, pineapple and coconut in the bedroom to transport you to your favourite holiday destination or turn your bathroom into a cool, coastal oasis with ocean and marine scents. Freshen up the kitchen with cucumber, mint and eucalyptus. Relaxing? Yes. Rejuvenating? Of course. Way less than a holiday? Absolutely.
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Autumn candle scents
Autumn, is that you? Yes it is and we’re all about the spice, spice baby this season. Create a warm, inviting environment in your hallway with cinnamon, clove and nutmeg. Let sweet aromas like pumpkin spice, caramel and vanilla fill your cosy bedroom and add earthy, woody notes like cedar, sandalwood and amber everywhere else in the house. Candy collecting? Nah. More like candle collecting…
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Winter candle scents
'Tis the season to light all the candles in the house, curl up by the fire and watch Home Alone with your loved ones from 1st December right through to the 25th. Warm up your crib with spicy notes like cinnamon, clove and nutmeg. Then, when the big day comes around, make your home smell fa-la-la-la-labulous with scents like pine, fir and gingerbread scents. Ah, you just can’t beat a Crimbo candle from TK, can ya?
Sticker Hack
A little birdy told us you’ve been struggling to get our stickers off. Fear not, we got you.
1. Take your new item
2. Heat up label with a hairdryer for 30 seconds
3. Peel off label with ease
4. Ta-da! No mess, no stickiness and no drama
Faux Foliage
Your candles will make your pad smell floral, so you can fill your home with no-effort faux plants instead of temperamental real plants.
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Artificial flowers
If you can’t take care of actual blooms, it’s always better to invest in some fake ones and these artificial flowers might just be as good as the real thing. No one will ever know, promise.
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Artificial plants
Who wants to think about watering plants when you can buy faux ones now and enjoy them forever? Our range of wannabe plants are so good they could pass as the real deal. Fake it till you make it we say..
Reuse your candle jars
Not ready to part with your candle container? Reinvent it in four simple steps.
1. Finish burning your candle
2. Add boiling water to the jar
3. Remove the wax with a spoon
4. Use as a plant pot, pen holder or whatever ya fancy!
