Shringaar for Marble, Brass and Resin Idols: What Changes and What to Avoid

The same mukut can sit beautifully on one idol and slip off another. The reason is often the material. Marble, brass and resin each need a slightly different approach.

Brass and ashtadhatu idols

• Most Laddu Gopal idols are brass. Many have small holes for kundal and a slight groove where a mukut sits.
• Brass is sturdy, so pieces can be secured with soft thread when needed.
• After abhishek, dry the idol completely before dressing, since moisture can tarnish both the brass and the jewellery.

Marble idols

• Marble is smooth and polished, so pieces can slide. Use a soft cloth pad or a thin thread loop behind the head to hold a mukut.
• Marble idols are often painted. Avoid rubbing jewellery hooks against painted areas.
• Never use glue, tape or adhesive putty on marble, as they can stain permanently.

Resin and polyresin idols

• Resin is light, so heavy jewellery can tip the idol. Choose lighter designs, such as pearl shringaar.
• Resin scratches easily. Lift pieces on and off rather than sliding them.

For every idol

1. Choose the right size. See how to measure.
2. Attach kundal with hooks only where there are holes; otherwise use mukut-attached or thread styles. See our kundal guide.
3. Keep sindoor, chandan and oil away from stone-set jewellery.
4. Store pieces dry and separate. See our care guide.

Frequently asked questions

My mukut keeps slipping off a marble idol. What can I do?

Tie a thin thread to the mukut's back hooks and loop it gently behind the head, or place a soft cloth pad under the mukut for grip.

Can I use double-sided tape?

We don't recommend it. Tape and glue can leave marks on marble, paint and brass that are hard to remove.