How to Light a Candle Without Matches or a Lighter.

For many people, going to light candle is one of the most romantic gestures. However, sometimes it can be difficult to get that perfect flame up and running without matches or a lighter or andy candle lighter. Fear not! This article will teach you how to light a candle without matches how to light a candle without a lighter in 4 easy steps with just household items.Also answering the question: how to light a candle without fire?

How to Light a Candle Without a Lighter Trick

• Use a balloon to light the candle. Blow up the balloon and tie it off, then carefully place it over the top of the candle and let go. The heat from your breath will cause an air pressure imbalance that forces oxygen in through one side while simultaneously forcing out any remaining air on the other side. This causes a draft which helps to create an oxygen-rich atmosphere right above the flame.

*Tips: be careful not to let go of the balloon too quickly, as this could cause a “balloon pop” and extinguish your candle.*

How to Light a Candle Without Matches Trick

• Use two needle tips or toothpicks that you have rubbed together to create a spark. Hold the match or lighter under your candle and use one of these two makeshift tools as an ignition source by dragging the sparking side across the wick.

*Tips: make sure not to put too much pressure on either needle tip, otherwise you will puncture it, which could cause a “blowout” that extinguishes your candle.*

How to Light a Candle With Flint and Steel

If you strike the flint with something metal, it will create a spark. Put some paper in a cup.

You need a pile of paper and some flint. Rub the flint against anything made of iron like an ax blade or a metal tent stake. This will make sparks. Light the paper on fire and then use that to light the candle. Make sure that you put out the fire so you don’t start another larger fire.

How to Light a Candle With a Magnifying Glass

Survivalists carry a magnifying glass to start fires. If you don’t have one, you can use a pair of binoculars or even a broken transparent lightbulb filled with water.

1. Put the paper in front of a light and see if it catches fire. 2. If not, move the paper closer to a light and see if it gets close enough to catch fire. 3. If not, change how much lens is on the magnifying glass until you get a bright spot on the paper that will catch fire when heated up by the light for some time.

How to Light a Candle With a Battery

If you have no electricity (or your electronic things don’t work) and can’t use heating elements, there is another way to stay warm. Use a battery and aluminum foil. Be careful when using this method because you can start a fire if not safe. If you have AA, C or D batteries, cut a piece of aluminum foil that is ¾ inches long. Fold it in half and pinch the middle so one end matches up with one end on the battery.

The current will quickly heat up the metal strip. Take the middle of the metal strip (the part you pinched) and touch it to a lit candle. It should be hot enough to light the wick before you remove it from your hand. You can use this wire as a fuse if there is an electrical power outage that needs to be fixed.

How to Light a Candle With a Stove

Turn on a stove burner or any other heating element and wait for it to get red. Then touch a skinny, long candle to the burner. The wick should catch fire and then you can use the long, skinny candle to light all the other candles in your house. If you don’t have a taper candle that you can use, you can use dry spaghetti instead. Be careful when using spaghetti as it will catch fire easily (like if you are making macaroni and cheese). You can also use this long strand of spaghetti to light other candles before the flame gets too close to your hand.

How to Light a Candle With a Microwave

If you have power, you can use any household appliance that supplies heat from electrical resistance to light a candle – like a microwave. You should turn on the appliance and wait for the element to get really hot. Then touch the wick of your candle to the element and it will light. Make sure you only light one candle at a time when using this method. Don’t forget to turn off your appliance as soon as the candle lights or it will become an expensive fire starter if not needed.

Safety Precautions When Lighting a Candle Without a Lighter Trick.

• Always carry at least one candle with you in case of emergencies.

• If you have no matches or lighters, it is best to keep this article on hand for reference and share if needed.

• Never leave candles unattended while lit (even when they’re not on fire).

• Make sure that you blow out the candle when it’s done burning. Remember to never leave a lit candle unattended near curtains, clothes, or other flammable materials. It is best not to let lighted candles burn down all the way and cause an accident – they can also create smoke and toxic fumes.

Andrew Orange, the owner of Orange Lighting qualified and worked as an interior designer in 1993 before specialising in lighting working on high profile projects based in London. Since starting Orange Lighting Ltd in 2003 he has been sharing his knowledge and unique teaching style mostly to his designer clients, offering practical real life advice born from running a busy consultancy and lighting supply business. Launching in 2020, his blog has evolved into Quick & Easy Lighting, curating some 25 years design experience into making the lighting choice and design process achievable and easy to understand for all.