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Stories from Pital Nagri
Care guides, wellness traditions and the craft behind handcrafted brass, copper & bronze.
Wellness
The Benefits of Drinking Water in a Copper Bottle
Ayurveda calls it Tamra Jal — copper-charged water. Here's why storing water in copper overnight is a daily wellness ritual.
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Care GuideHow to Clean Brass Utensils at HomeBring back the golden glow of brass with simple kitchen ingredients — the same methods Pital Nagri artisans have used for generations. 5 min read
MaterialsCopper vs Brass Utensils: Which Should You Choose?Both are handcrafted and age beautifully — but copper and brass serve different purposes. Here's how to choose. 7 min read
RitualsThe Complete Pooja Thali Items ListAssembling your first thali or completing an heirloom set? Here's the traditional checklist for daily worship. 6 min read
Care GuideHow to Season & Care for a Brass Roti TawaA well-seasoned brass tawa makes soft, evenly cooked rotis for years. Here's how to season it and keep it in perfect shape. 5 min read
GiftingA Handcrafted Brass & Copper Gift Guide for Every OccasionFrom housewarmings to festivals, handcrafted metalware makes a gift that lasts. Here's what to give, and to whom. 6 min read
HeritageWhy Handmade Matters: The Artisans of Pital NagriEvery PitalWale piece is shaped by hand in Pital Nagri, India's brass city. Here's the craft — and the people — behind it. 5 min read
MaterialsBronze in the Indian Home: Beauty, Uses & CareBronze is the quiet third metal of the Indian home — rich, antique and enduring. Here's where it shines and how to keep it. 5 min read
WellnessCopper Water Bottles for Kids: A Safer, Healthier Tiffin ChoiceSwapping plastic for copper in your child's bag is a simple, healthy upgrade. Here's what parents should know. 5 min read