Avoid Fire Hazards & AC Damage In Your RV With This Clever Alternative To Burning Candles

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Candles are one of the best comforts on stormy nights. A cozy blanket, a flickering candle, and a good book are the perfect way to weather a storm. With the fall time steadily approaching, seasonal scents like pumpkin and apple are sure to welcome in the autumn air. But for RV users, traveling with candles is a no-go. Due to the inherent fire hazard, travelers usually leave their candles at home or forego the cozy scents altogether. Without proper ventilation, candle soot and smoke can get trapped in the small RV space, keeping harmful chemicals trapped in your camper. This makes the air in your home unsafe for both people and pets. Additionally, candle smoke gets caught in RV ACs, ultimately damaging the filters and harming your AC unit.

So, how do you keep your RV feeling homey and smelling fresh on the road without getting stuck in a toxic chemical bubble? The solution is simpler than you think. Functioning similarly to a wax warmer, candle warmers use heated bulbs to warm the candle wax without needing to light the wick. This way, you can keep your RV safe from harmful smoke and soot build-up while still getting to enjoy your favorite candle aromas.

Candle warmers come in tons of shapes and styles, making this a versatile decor piece to make your RV feel more like home. You can try a whimsical flower-shaped warmer for some floral fun, or just stick with a traditional scalloped lamp if you're feeling classy. Most warmers come with adjustable warmth settings, so you can decide just how melted your candle gets. While you'll have to sacrifice the cozy flickering flame of a candle, the candle warmer bulb can mimic that cozy feeling with the warm tone of the bulb.

While candle warmers are perfect for RV use, they are also great for other places where you cannot have an open flame. Thinking back to school time, college students can use candle warmers in their dorms to avoid breaking the pesky no candle rule. This is also a great tool for teachers and parents who want their classrooms and homes to smell great, but can't risk little hands getting hold of a lit candle. For forgetful folks who forget to blow out their candles before leaving the house, this handy gadget is perfect for you. A variety of different candle warmers can be found on Amazon with prices ranging between $15 and $30.