Care & buying guides
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Practical, honest advice on choosing and caring for traditional cookware, appliances and furniture — the same guidance we give across the counter in Sullurupeta.
Kansa vs Brass vs Copper: Choosing Traditional Metal Utensils
Kansa (bell metal), brass and copper compared: what each is made of, best uses, foods to avoid in unlined vessels, tin lining (kalai), care and gift ideas.
How to Use and Clean Copper Water Bottles, Jugs and Surahis
How to clean copper water bottles, jugs, surahis and dispensers with lemon or tamarind and salt, look after coated finishes, and why to store only water.
How to Season and Care for Cast Iron Cookware
Season a new cast iron dosa tawa, kadai or paniyaram pan step by step, then learn daily cleaning, rust rescue and the habits that ruin seasoning.
How to Season and Care for a Soapstone Kalchatti
Common ways to season a new soapstone kalchatti, kadai or urli, how to heat it without cracking, everyday cleaning, and care for stone and marble mortars.
How to Choose a Triply Pressure Cooker: Size, Shape and Care
What triply means, whether it works on induction, which pressure cooker size suits your family, tall vs broad vs pan shapes, and gasket and valve care.
Mixer Grinder vs Wet Grinder: Which Does Your Kitchen Need?
Mixer grinder or wet grinder? Compare them for idli and dosa batter, chutneys and masalas, with advice on wattage, jar count, drum size and brands.
Mattress and Cot Sizes in India Explained
Indian mattress and cot sizes in inches, feet and cm, from single to king, plus how to choose a 5, 6 or 8 inch thickness and measure your cot and room.