A tart warmer, also called a tart burner, is a home accent piece that can add design and style to your home as well as the benefit of aromatherapy to your spirit. There are two kinds of tart warmers; an electric tart warmer and a non electric tart warmer. Both work by melting a scented piece of wax which is called a tart and releasing the aroma into the room. Depending on the brand of tarts you use, their fragrance can often be much stronger than that of traditional scented candles. Some tart warmers can also warm scented oils as well as the wax tarts.

An electric tart warmer works by heating the tart or oil with a small electric bulb. As the wax melts or the oil warms the scent permeates the room. A non electric tart warmer has a compartment that holds a tea light which is below a dish that holds the wax or oil. When the candle is lit it melts the wax or warms the oil just as the electric tart warmer does. Choosing between an electric tart warmer or a non electric tart warmer is entirely preferential. Some people prefer an electric tart warmer because it diminishes the safety concerns of burning candles and the need of replacing them while others enjoy having the visual warmth and glow of the tea light in addition to the fragrance.

Tart warmers are fairly inexpensive and provide an advantage over expensive scented candles that burn away in a relatively short period of time. The tarts last for a very long time and can be used over and over again. Once the wax cools it becomes solid and can be removed and saved while another scent is warmed to suit your mood. You can also use your tart warmer to warm the leftover wax from a favorite scented candle that has gotten too low to burn.

Tart burners are available in all shapes and sizes. With all the many different styles, finding a tart warmer that fits your individual décor and personality is easy, although you may have difficulty choosing just one. A tart warmer can be an elegant work of art or can be a lighthearted piece that expresses your favorite hobby. Tart warmers are usually made out of ceramic, glass or metal giving you the option of choosing your favorite textures as well.