{"product_id":"brass-deepak-diya-2-inch","title":"Brass Deepak (Diya) – 2 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eLighting a diya is the simplest and oldest part of daily pooja, and a brass diya is made to be used every day for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Brass Deepak (Diya) measures about 2 inch. You can order the Brass Deepak (Diya) online from Poduvals, or see it in person at our Bengaluru store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrass, an alloy of copper and zinc, has been the metal of choice for pooja idols and lamps in Indian homes for generations. It holds fine detail, has a reassuring weight and takes on a warm, deep tone as it ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 2 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to keep it and how to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it with ghee or oil and a cotton wick for daily aarti, or group several together for Diwali and Karthigai Deepam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe it with a soft dry cloth after use. To bring back the shine, rub with lemon and salt or tamarind paste, rinse and dry fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs ghee or oil better for a brass diya?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are used. Ghee is traditional for pooja, while sesame oil burns longer for evening lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre brass diyas good for Diwali gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Brass diyas are one of the most popular Diwali gifts because they last for years and look better with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes brass turn black over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrass naturally darkens with exposure to air and oil. A rub with lemon and salt or tamarind paste brings the shine back, and many people prefer the antique look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poduvals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45199817375923,"sku":"DPK2","price":0.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/3619\/8579\/files\/IMG_7792.jpg?v=1767009356","url":"https:\/\/www.poduvals.com\/products\/brass-deepak-diya-2-inch","provider":"Poduvals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}