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Wax melt at uni?

I’m aware you aren’t allowed candles or flames but would an electric wax warmer be allowed? I can’t live without candles😭
You would need to contact your accommodation provider and ask, and even it is permitted it would be subject to portable appliance testing.

That said I can't see any conceivable way in which it would be permitted. Anything that gets hot by design is unlikely to be allowed due to being a fire risk, not only for you but everyone else in the building.
omg candles are not allowed at uni??? im JUST finding this out and shook !! i love my scented candles noooo
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Original post by astr0star123
omg candles are not allowed at uni??? im JUST finding this out and shook !! i love my scented candles noooo


ikr!!! but if you think about how many people aren’t safe with candles at the age of 18/19 it probably makes sense😭 im going to miss them
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Original post by artful_lounger
You would need to contact your accommodation provider and ask, and even it is permitted it would be subject to portable appliance testing.
That said I can't see any conceivable way in which it would be permitted. Anything that gets hot by design is unlikely to be allowed due to being a fire risk, not only for you but everyone else in the building.


Aw thats sad to hear thank you
Original post by lucymbx
ikr!!! but if you think about how many people aren’t safe with candles at the age of 18/19 it probably makes sense😭 im going to miss them

yess the rule definitely is needed and makes sense, but now im just sad im gonna miss my candles </3
(edited 1 month ago)
NO candles - far too dangerous and usually set off the smoke detectors.
And most Unis will have strict rules about what you can't bring, usually for very obvious safety reasons.
Examples - NO

Candles, incense sticks or burners.

Cooking appliances e.g. rice cookers, fridges, sandwich toasters, Air fryers, coffee makers

Electric or gas heaters of any sort

E-scooters, surfboards, amplifiers

Anything that may cause harm to yourself or others, including any form of weapon, chemicals, or fireworks

Pets (including small caged animals and fish)

etc etc

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