A room of burning candles is one of the most romantic settings I can think of.  It sets such a cozy, romantic mood to walk in to a room, have the shades drawn, and lite candles stratigicly placed.  UUMMMMM such a magic glow.  A major draw back to this lovely setting is the possibility of falling asleep with burning candles which does not allow once to completely relax and enjoy the moments.  With the use of colorful votives, floaters or tealights in glass containers, there is some comfort.

 

Glass candle holders come in many shapes, sizes, colors, and styles, and their most important function is safety.  Pillar candles and tealight candles can be burned without glass holders, but it is always safer to use glass candle holders.  Votive candles liquefy while burning, so they must always be burned in glass votive candle holders.  The use of glass candle holders will prevent hot wax from dripping onto surfaces, which could potentially start a fire.  Be safe, prevent fires by using glass candle holders with all candles, and never leave burning candles unattended.