Diwali 2023: How To Clean God Idols Using Natural Ingredients At Home

We are still a few months away from Diwali 2023 but the preparations have already begun like every year. One of the most awaited festivals of the year, Diwali will be celebrated on November 12, 2023. Like always the cleaning will begin well in advance. Diwali preps majorly include cleaning and decluttering our homes and offices and this can take months.

During Diwali, we pay special attention to our puja or prayer room. This is one area of our homes that requires thorough cleaning. All the idols need to be cleaned, polished if required, and placed back for all the puja rituals and decorations. So, we thought of quickly taking you through a step-by-step guide to clean the God idols in the puja room.

How To Clean God Idols For Diwali Puja?

Step 1 - Clean Your Hands

Before cleaning the idols, make sure your hands are clean.

Step 2 - Use A Dusting Cloth To Remove Dust

Place all the idols in a tub and start by gently removing any dust on the idol's surface. You can use a microfibre cloth or a brush for small idols. Make sure you are gentle to avoid damaging the idol.

Step 3 - Make A Cleaning Solution

In a bowl, add warm water and a few drops of cleaning liquid like dishwashing soap or baby shampoo. Mix well.

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Step 4 - Clean The Idol With Cleaning Solution

Dip a clean sponge in the solution and wring it out. Use it to clean the idol. Make sure you don't use this solution for clay idols or you will end up damaging them. For clay and paper mache idols, spray some water on a soft cloth and use it for cleaning. Remember that excess moisture can spoil the idols made of natural materials.

Step 5 - Rinse With Water

After cleaning the idols, rinse all the idols with water. Brass and silver idols can be rinsed with regular water or a clean cloth dipped in regular water can be used to wipe off any soap present on the surface.

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Step 6 - Dry The Idols

A lot of us skip doing this while cleaning our God idols but this can damage them in the long run. Use a clean, dry cloth to pat all the idols dry. The idols should have no moisture present on them.

Step 7 - Decorate The Idols

Lastly, it is time to decorate the idols. Use fresh flowers, garlands, and jewellery to decorate the idols. You can also make dresses for your idols at home or get them from the market. Offer your prayers and light a lamp to complete the puja ritual.

Remember that the best way to maintain the idols is by doing regular cleaning. Keep removing the dust and clean the idols weekly or monthly. For silver and brass idols that have turned black, it is a good idea to consult a professional before trying a home remedy to prevent any damage.