Handmade Round Cork Floats for Vigil Lamps — Premium Cork & Aluminium Wick Holders for Orthodox Oil Candles (4-Piece Pack)

An Authentic Orthodox Devotional Essential — Premium Handcrafted Cork & Aluminium Floats for Unceasing Vigil Light

Keep the sacred, gentle flame of your faith burning bright with our Handmade Round Cork Floats for Vigil Lamps. Available in a practical 4-piece pack, these traditional floats (καντηλήθρες) are meticulously crafted using natural cork and a protective aluminium center disk. Perfect for your home prayer corner (eikonostasi) or church altar, these durable floats are designed to keep your wicks perfectly balanced on the oil's surface, preserving a time-honored Christian tradition that dates back centuries.

A Beautiful, Timeless Orthodox Tradition

Lighting an oil candle (kandili) and placing it directly in front of holy icons is one of the oldest and most profound traditions in the Eastern Orthodox Church. The steady flame symbolizes the unceasing light of Christ, a continuous prayer rule, and the warm devotion of the household. These minimalist, high-quality floats ensure your offering burns steadily and beautifully.

📖 How to Use Your Vigil Lamp Float:

1. Prepare the Wick: Gently insert a traditional waxed cotton wick through the central opening of the aluminium core on the cork float.
2. Layer the Glass: Fill your vigil glass half full with clean water, then top the remaining half with high-quality vegetable oil (such as pure olive oil).
3. Set & Light: Carefully place the cork float onto the surface of the oil, allow the wick to absorb the oil for a moment, and safely light it.

⚠️ Important Safety Tips:

• Never Leave Unattended: Do not burn oil lamps without supervision. Keep out of reach of children at all times.
• Safe Adjustments: Always extinguish the flame completely before removing the float or adjusting the wick casing.
• Clear Environment: Remove all flammable materials up close or around the burning candle area.
• The Water Rule: Always use at least half water (or more) and fill only the top layer with vegetable oil. This critical step prevents the glass from overheating, snapping, or releasing unpleasant odors.
• Altar Supervision: Candles placed on or near tables, family shrines, or church altars must be closely watched by a responsible adult.

Dimensions & Specifications:

• Quantity: 4 x Handcrafted Round Floats per pack
• Material Composition: Natural Premium Cork Base with a Heat-Resistant Aluminium Center Core
• Design: Floating disk optimized for standard church and home vigil glasses
• Application: Devotional icon oil lamps, liturgical church services, or home eikonostasi prayer rules