The craft
How your pieces are made
A short look at how brass and copper pooja pieces are made, finished and checked.
01The process
From metal to mandir.
The usual steps behind a hand-finished brass piece.
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Step 1: Casting
Molten brass is poured into a mould shaped from the design.
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Step 2: Fettling
The rough casting is filed and trimmed by hand to bring out the detail.
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Step 3: Polishing
The piece is buffed until the brass shines, or left with a softer antique finish.
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Step 4: Checking
Each piece is looked over for flaws before it is set aside for an order.
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Step 5: Packing
It is wrapped and packed so it reaches you safely.