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How Much Space Will an 8-Ounce Gorilla Candle Fill with Scent?


How Much Space Will an 8-Ounce Gorilla Candle Fill with Scent?

We get this question a lot:
“How much space does one of your 8 oz candles actually scent?”

Short answer? More than you'd think.
Long answer? Buckle up.

🔥 What You Can Expect from an 8 oz Gorilla Candle

Our 8-ounce cans are built to handle business. They’re perfect for:

  • Bathrooms (goodbye weird smells)

  • Bedrooms (set the mood, or just mask the gym socks)

  • Offices, garages, man caves—basically any place that needs to smell better, fast

For larger open spaces like living rooms, basements, or full-on garages with the doors open, we recommend doubling up. Two cans = beast mode.


💪 But Here’s What Really Affects Scent Power

It’s not just about the ounces. Here’s what gives Gorilla Candles their punch:

🔥 High Fragrance Load

We pack in the max amount of scent legally allowed (by legally we mean what science will allow) None of that weak wax nonsense.

🧪 Premium Wax Blends

Our wax isn’t just wax. It’s engineered to throw scent like it’s launching a punch. Soy-paraffin blends for the win.

🔥 Beefy Wicks

Our wicks are matched to the wax and fragrance for an even, steady burn—and a bold scent that doesn’t quit halfway through.

🌬️ Airflow Matters

Got a fan, open window, or HVAC nearby? That can spread scent faster or dilute it a bit. So place your candle wisely for best results.


🏠 Best Rooms for an 8 oz Gorilla Candle

Here’s where this beast shines:

  • Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms

  • Home offices

  • Hallways

  • Garages (small to medium)

  • Workshops

Basically, any space under 250 sq ft will get a nice hit of Gorilla-grade aroma.


Want to Scent a Bigger Space?

Here’s how to level up:

  • Use two or more candles in opposite corners

  • Add a wax melt to hit the flanks while the candle attacks head-on


The Bottom Line

Gorilla Candles don’t mess around. An 8 oz can will scent your space like a champ—as long as you don’t expect it to cover a warehouse solo.

So light it, let it melt, and enjoy that high-octane scent throw.

🦍 Gorilla Candles
Tough scents. No nonsense. Just fire.