About the Product
Elevate your sacred rituals with the Chirag Navrang Lota, a perfect fusion of tradition, craftsmanship, and functionality. Handcrafted from pure copper, this lota is designed to hold sacred water for daily pooja, while also serving as a beautiful decorative piece for your home.
The Navrang Lota stands out with its vibrant, colorful finish and intricate detailing, making it not just a practical pooja accessory but also a stunning centerpiece for your worship space or living area. Its compact size ensures easy handling during rituals while maintaining elegance and charm.
With its natural antibacterial properties, copper keeps water fresh and pure, enhancing the sanctity of your daily pooja rituals. Each lota is meticulously handcrafted, ensuring long-lasting beauty, durability, and authenticity.
✨ Key Features & Benefits
- Traditional yet Vibrant Design: Adds a pop of color and elegance to your pooja room or home décor.
- Pure Copper Construction: Durable and hygienic, naturally keeping water fresh during rituals.
- Compact & Practical: Perfect for holding sacred water or offerings during daily pooja and ceremonies.
- Handcrafted Artistry: Each lota is made with meticulous attention to detail, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship.
- Multipurpose & Decorative: Works as both a functional pooja vessel and a decorative centerpiece.
- Long-Lasting Durability: High-quality copper ensures the lota maintains its shine and charm for years.
- Perfect Gift Option: An auspicious gift for housewarmings, weddings, and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Clean Your Copper Vessel
Copper Utensils
- 🍋 Lemon & Salt: Rub a lemon half dipped in salt on the surface. Leave for 2–3 minutes. Rinse and dry immediately.
- 🌿 Tamarind Paste: Apply tamarind paste, rub gently, rinse, and dry. Excellent for heavy tarnish.
- 🥶 Vinegar & Salt: Mix equal parts, apply with a soft cloth, leave for 5 minutes, rinse well, and dry.
- 🍼 Daily Rinse: Rinse with warm water after each use. Dry immediately — never air-dry or leave water inside.
With Lacquer/Meena Coating
Lacquer or Meena (enamel resin) coating gives your copper vessel its beautiful colour and design. With the right care, this coating stays vibrant for years — but it needs gentler handling than plain copper.
- 🧹 Wipe Gently: Use a soft, damp microfibre cloth. Wipe the outer surface lightly in circular motions. Never scrub.
- 🫧 Mild Soap if Needed: Add a drop of mild dish soap to lukewarm water. Dip a soft sponge and gently clean the outside. Avoid applying pressure on coated areas.
- 💧 Rinse Carefully: Rinse with slow-running lukewarm water. Do not submerge or soak.
- 🧺 Pat Dry Immediately: Use a soft, dry cloth. Pat gently — do not rub or wring. Never air-dry, as moisture can weaken the bond between the coating and copper.
- ☀️ Avoid Direct Sunlight: Prolonged UV exposure can fade Meena colours and crack resin coatings. Store in shade or a cupboard.
- 🌞 Keep Away from Heat: Do not place near stoves or in hot environments. Extreme heat can soften and peel the lacquer.
- 👁️ Handle with Care: Coating can chip on impact. Place on soft surfaces and avoid dropping. Never stack without padding between vessels.
- 📈 Dry Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Humidity trapped inside can cause the coating to lift from the edges over time.
- 🧹 Clean Gently & Often: Light, regular wiping prevents buildup. Heavy scrubbing to remove old grime can cause more damage than the grime itself.
- 🌸 Polish Uncoated Areas Only: If the vessel has uncoated copper parts, polish only those areas with lemon & salt. Keep polishing agents away from the coated design.
Note:
- ❌ Never use a dishwasher: Heat and detergent can strip the coating completely.
- ❌ Never use lemon, tamarind, or vinegar on coated surfaces: Acids can damage or dissolve the lacquer.
- ❌ Never scrub with steel wool, abrasive sponges, or rough cloths.
- ❌ Never soak coated vessels: Prolonged exposure to water can lift the coating from the edges.
- ❌ Never use bleach, chemical cleaners, or polishing powders on coated areas.
- ❌ Never microwave or heat the vessel: Overheating can damage the coating and may release fumes.
Perfect for Every Special Occasion
A Gift That Becomes Part of the Home.
Life with Chirag
Three Decades of Copper. One Family.
Since 1994, we have been crafting copper products in Pune. What started as a small family business is now a trusted name in Indian homes across the world.