By Krati Purwar
May 13, 2024
It’s common in India to find vendors selling earthen pots sitting on the roadside in summer. It is a natural way to keep water cool at home. Moreover, water from a matka is better for your health than the refrigerated one. Here are a few tips to buy an earthen pot for your home.
Make sure the lid perfectly sits on the top of the clay pot. It helps to regulate the temperature and prevents contamination of water.
Before purchasing, ask the vendor to fill the matka with water and check for leaks. If there are no leaks, you can buy it.
The thickness of a matka is directly proportional to the temperature of the water. If it is thick, water will stay fresh and cold for a long time.
You must always pick an earthen pot with a terracotta hue. It is the natural colour of the clay after it has been subjected to heat.
Before purchasing a clay pot, smell it. If you get a whiff of an unpleasant scent, you should not buy it. The pot might have chemicals in it.
When you are purchasing a matka, check if its surface is glazed. Glazing prevents the evaporation of water which helps to keep the water cool.
When you are purchasing a matka, check if its surface is glazed. Glazing prevents the evaporation of water which helps to keep the water cool.