Cleaning and Maintaining Tiki Torches

Your tiki torches work best with just a little regular cleaning and maintenance.  For safe operations and extended life, follow these guidelines for tiki torch care.

Carbon residue

Although propane and natural gas burn clean, they still leave behind some carbon residue.  Keep your natural gas torches or propane gas torches operating safely and efficiently with periodic cleaning.  Some heads are already black, but don't be fooled: carbon build-up might still be affecting your tiki torch.  Regularly cleaning tiki torch heads with warm water and mild soap, but stay away from abrasive cleansers.

Sweet oil

Citronella oil is a great insect repellant, and liquid paraffin oil produces no smoke.  Inspect the wick before each use, and make sure the tiki torch has enough oil.  Also be sure that you consistently use the same type of oil with the same wick.  If a wick started using citronella oil, always use citronella oil.  If you switch oils in your tiki torch, switch out the wick as well.  As with other tiki torches, maintaining your citronella tiki torches means giving them a periodic cleaning.

Minimum care for tiki torches

Follow these easy rules for sure enjoyment of your tiki torches.

The most important tool when using tiki torches is your own common sense.  Use it.

Before lighting your tiki torches, make sure any flammable items are cleared from the area.  Branches, furniture, and even wind chimes can catch fire quickly. 

Pay attention to it's stability as well.  Portable or permanent tiki torches should rest on a solid base with no danger of tipping over. 

Never light your tiki torches without making sure the fuel connections are secure and in good order.

And remember, cleaning dirt and grime before it builds up is important.

A little maintenance can go a long way.  Invest a little bit of time with your tiki torches to keep them in prime condition for years to come.

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