What is a Candle Hurricane?

A candle hurricane is a glass vessel that a candle is placed inside, to protect from draughts, enhance ambient glow, and increase the aesthetic appeal of the candle. Candles will always be loved for their relaxing flickering glow, soothing scents, and cozy vibes, but using candle hurricanes will take your candle game to the next level. Hurricane lanterns are versatile accessories that can transform the humble candle into a stylish decor piece, and their uses aren't only limited to candles. Join us as we explore the variety of candle hurricanes available and their many uses, and learn how you can infuse your home with the calming and cozy essence of candlelight.

What do you put in a candle hurricane?

Tealights, pillar candles, carved candles, and candle jars can all be put in a candle hurricane. Usually these are then lit with a long match or lighter, but these can be difficult to find. Flameless candles are the perfect solution to this, as these don't require lighting with a flame, and can instead be turned on with a remote. Remote-controlled artificial hurricane candles offer much more customisation than traditional candles when it comes to light level and timer functions, and also eliminate other hassles such as smoke, melting wax, and naked flames - all while providing the same cozy flickering glow. If the candle hurricane has a base rather than being a standalone cylinder, it can also be used as a striking vase. Fill with flowers or greenery for a uniquely beautiful display.

Why should I use candle hurricanes?

Candle hurricanes solve many of the hassles of decorating with candles, as they protect the flame from being blown out or sending out stray sparks. The soft light of candles looks beautiful in outdoor entertaining spaces, but gusts of wind can easily extinguish the flame. Candle hurricanes provide a barrier against the wind, meaning you won't have to keep relighting your candles. This glass barrier also prevents stray sparks or the naked flame from causing a fire, making them perfect for dining table settings where sleeves may otherwise get singed when passing food dishes. The glass barrier also dissipates the heat, further reducing the fire hazard and meaning you can display your candles alongside flammable decor, such as placing the hurricane lamp next to a vase of foliage or flowers. Candle hurricanes with a base prevent melting wax from dripping onto the table, protecting your surfaces from stains and scorch marks. Best of all, the layer of glass scatters and intensifies the light from the candle, enhancing the ambient glow and creating a serene and cozy atmosphere.

Where do you put a candle hurricane?

A candle hurricane is usually put in the middle of a table as a centrepiece, as the centre of a table is the best place to benefit from the glow cast by the candle. Coffee tables are an ideal place to put candle hurricanes, to provide ambient lighting in the living room. They can also be place on sideboards, console tables, or on the mantelpiece to add height to the arrangement and infuse your space with a feeling of classical elegance and tranquility. One of the best spots to place a hurricane lantern is in the centre of a dining table, especially an outdoor dining table, to provide an inviting atmospheric glow for meals. A candle hurricane would look wonderful as a Christmas table centrepiece, surrounded by a wreath or sprays of greenery.

What style of hurricane lantern should I choose?

You should choose a style of hurricane lantern that complements your interior decor scheme, such as one with a rustic terracotta base, or with minimalist gold accents. Hurricane lamps with rustic black iron detail provide a vintage, country living feel, and would suit decor styles such as French Provincial or other farmhouse or countryside-inspired decor. Polished silver detailing on a candle hurricane gives a classically elegant feel, and evokes a sense of laid-back luxury, making them the perfect choice for French Provincial or Hamptons style decor - think of the effortless refinement of Hamptons style alfresco dining. A candle hurricane with sleek, simplistic silver details is great for a minimalist or contemporary space, while ornate, twisting details lend themselves to a more antique or traditional feel.

Cut crystal or glass hurricanes evoke the blend of antiquity and sophistication that is characteristic of French Provincial design. The ornate carvings can also provide a more traditional aesthetic, and are a wonderful way to add a sense of refinement to countryside inspired decor. Candle hurricanes with a base of natural materials such as raw wood or terracotta tie in perfectly to decor schemes that emphasise connection to nature through the use of organic materials and earthy tones. The natural hues and textures of terracotta work particularly well with coastal, farmhouse, or modern sanctuary styles, and enhance the atmosphere anywhere you are looking to give a Mediterranean vibe. Hurricane lanterns in the style of traditional wooden lamps are classic elements of coastal decor, and work just as well in any rustic, farmhouse or cottage themed space. Hurricane lamps with delicate gold detailing provide a sense of understated elegance and luxury, and would elevate the tranquil yet sophisticated atmosphere of a modern or minimalist style space. Gold tones and clean lines also complement modern coastal or mid-century modern decor.

A hurricane candle holder is a beautiful vessel that can enhance the atmosphere by amplifying the cozy candlelight, and they make gorgeous statement pieces that will elevate your interior aesthetic. Whether you are looking for living room mood lighting, a stunning Christmas table centrepiece, or hassle-free outdoor ambiance, a candle hurricane is the perfect solution. To discover candle hurricanes that will beautifully complement your home decor, explore French Knot's range of Candle Hurricanes, for more style inspiration.