How to Clean Pooja Items at Home

The Pooja room is the soul of every home and is believed to bring divinity and prosperity. A clean Pooja room, with the aroma of incense sticks, brings peace to our minds. Behind a clean pooja room, there is the tiring work of bringing back the shine to the pooja items. The Pooja items are commonly made of brass, copper, and silver, which we decorate using ritual substances like turmeric, kumkum, and lamp oil. Over time, exposure to air and moisture leads to stubborn stains on these items.

Many people use household items like tamarind, lemon, and baking soda to clean dirt and oil from Pooja items. However, achieving a like-new shine can still be challenging. The magic happens with Fressho Pooja Items Cleaning Liquid. This powerful solution effortlessly removes tough stains, restoring the items’ original shine.

What Causes Stains on Pooja Items?

Pooja items are an essential part of religious rituals. Over time, these items may lose their shine due to various factors. Understanding the causes behind those stains will help you clean and maintain them effectively.

1. Oxidation from Air and Moisture

When metals like brass, copper, and silver are exposed to air and moisture, they undergo a natural process called oxidation. This leads to a tarnished layer forming on the surface, resulting in a dull and dark appearance.

2. Residue from Oil and Ghee

Oil and ghee are commonly used in rituals, especially for lighting lamps. If not cleaned, these substances can leave a greasy residue on pooja items. This residue attracts dust and dirt, leading to sticky stains that become harder to remove over time.

3. Stains from Kumkum, Turmeric, and Ash

Items used during poojas, like kumkum (vermillion), turmeric, and ash, can leave stubborn stains on pooja items. These powders often stick to the oily or damp surfaces of the objects, making them difficult to clean and dulling their natural shine.

4. Milk and Water Deposits

During rituals like abhishekam (bathing of idols), pooja items are washed with milk, water, or other liquids. Over time, these liquids can leave behind mineral deposits, especially in areas with hard water. These deposits appear as white or brown stains on the metal surfaces.

5. Soot and Smoke from Incense

The burning of incense sticks, camphor, and other substances during pooja produces smoke and soot. These can settle on nearby items, leaving a layer of grime that makes the metal look dull and dirty.

How to Clean Pooja Items Using Cleaning Liquid

To show you the magic of the Fressho Pooja Items Cleaning Liquid, we have tried it on a copper plate.

1. Spray the Fressho cleaning liquid on your Pooja Items, as shown in the picture.

2. Rub the items gently using a scrub or brush to remove the dirt.

3. Rinse the items thoroughly with water or use a cloth to wipe the foam. Here, you can visually see the difference between the uncleaned part of the copper plate and the part of the plate that is cleaned using the Fressho liquid.

4. Dry the things using a cloth, and you can see your pooja items shine. You can clearly see the difference in the image.

Decorate the items and organize them in your Pooja room. Light the lamp and bring divinity to your home.

Other Possible Ways to Clean Pooja Items

In the olden days, people used household items to clean the pooja items. Even though these products will not bring back the shine, they will just remove the stains.

• Brass Pooja Items – Lemon and salt, Tamarind Paste, and Pitambari Powder.
• Silver Pooja Items – Baking Soda and Toothpaste
• Copper Pooja Items – Vinegar and salt or Tamarind Paste

How to Clean Marble and Wooden Pooja Mandirs

The mandir, whether marble or wooden, also requires regular cleaning to maintain its sanctity. For marble mandirs, use liquid soap mixed with water, and for wooden mandirs, use a dry cloth to wipe off the dirt.

Additional Tips for Maintaining Pooja Room Cleanliness

• Use separate cleaning tools: Keep separate scrubbing pads, toothbrushes, and sponges for your pooja items. This prevents cross-contamination with regular kitchen utensils.
• Avoid the sink: Do not clean your pooja items in the kitchen sink, especially not with regular dishes. Designate a clean space for washing and drying these sacred items.
• Be gentle: Whether using lemon, tamarind, or commercial cleaners, always scrub gently to avoid scratching or damaging the items.

By following these techniques, you can ensure that your pooja items stay shiny, clean, and ready for daily worship. Regular maintenance not only helps preserve their beauty but also keeps the pooja room filled with positive energy.