How does a candle warmer lamp work?

A bulb above the candle gently heats the wax, so it melts and releases fragrance without a wick or flame. You place a jar candle under the lamp and switch it on.

Can it be used with wax melts?

Yes, when paired with a heat-resistant melting dish. The dish holds the melts under the bulb instead of a jar candle.

Is it safe around kids and pets?

There is no open flame, which removes the main fire risk of a lit candle. The wax and the lamp still get warm while on, so keep it out of reach.

Does it work with any candle?

It works with jar candles that fit under the bulb. Scent strength depends on the candle's wax and fragrance load.

Yes, the bulb is what melts the wax. It is a replaceable part, so plan on swapping it when it burns out.

Does it give off light?

Yes, it works as a small accent lamp while warming the candle. The light is soft rather than room-filling.

Where is the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp cheapest?

At Walmart, for $19.88, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp?

Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings.

Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp

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Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp

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Last seen at $19.88 at Walmart on Nov 9.

Our take on the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp

A tabletop lamp that melts scented candle wax with a bulb from above, releasing fragrance without a flame. It suits households with kids or pets, renters, and anyone who wants candle scent without smoke or soot. Compared with flame warmers and wax melters, it needs no tealight and no plug-in wax pot, but it only warms one candle at a time and the bulb is the working part. Buyers rate it well overall, with the green finish and even scent throw standing out.

Best forFlame-free scent in homes with kids or petsRenters and dorms where open flames are bannedPeople who want a lamp that doubles as decorAnyone who dislikes soot and smoke from wicks

Pros

Heats wax from above for an even, steady scent
No flame, so no soot, smoke or wick to trim
Doubles as a small accent lamp in green
Works with wax melts when you add a heat-resistant dish
Simple setup: place a candle under the bulb

Cons

Only warms one candle at a time
Bulb is a consumable part that can burn out
Wax stays molten while lit, so it needs care around pets
Scent strength depends on the candle you put under it

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What reviewers say

4.4 / 523 ratings

Buyers give it solid marks and mostly praise the look and the flame-free scent. Complaints are few and center on the bulb and on how much scent it throws.

What people mention

Scent throwMixedSome buyers find the fragrance strong and even; others say it is mild depending on the candle.
Flame-free safetyPraisedOwners like that there is no open flame around children and pets.
LookPraisedThe green lamp is described as a nice decor piece, not just a tool.
BulbCriticisedA few mention the bulb as the weak point and a part to replace.
SetupPraisedBuyers say it is simple to place a candle and switch on.

About the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp

This candle warmer lamp heats a candle's wax from above instead of burning a wick, so no open flame is needed. The wax warms gently and the fragrance spreads through the room. The lamp also gives off soft light.

The design is clean and contemporary. Because there is no flame, it avoids the risks of an open flame in homes with kids or pets. It can also be used with wax melts when paired with a heat-resistant melting dish.

Type: Candle warmer lamp
Color: Green
Size: One size (O/S)
Heating method: Heats wax from above, flameless
Use with: Candles; wax melts with a heat-resistant melting dish

Specifications

color: GreenSource
size: O/SSource

Questions and answers

How does a candle warmer lamp work?: A bulb above the candle gently heats the wax, so it melts and releases fragrance without a wick or flame. You place a jar candle under the lamp and switch it on.
Can it be used with wax melts?: Yes, when paired with a heat-resistant melting dish. The dish holds the melts under the bulb instead of a jar candle.
Is it safe around kids and pets?: There is no open flame, which removes the main fire risk of a lit candle. The wax and the lamp still get warm while on, so keep it out of reach.
Does it work with any candle?: It works with jar candles that fit under the bulb. Scent strength depends on the candle's wax and fragrance load.
Does it need a bulb?: Yes, the bulb is what melts the wax. It is a replaceable part, so plan on swapping it when it burns out.
Does it give off light?: Yes, it works as a small accent lamp while warming the candle. The light is soft rather than room-filling.
Where is the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp cheapest?: At Walmart, for $19.88, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Better Homes & Gardens Candle Warmer Lamp?: Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 23 ratings.