kerala home decors / Kerala traditional handicrafts

To capture the authentic, warm, and earthy vibe of Kerala, focus on these signature handcrafted products: ​Nilavilakku & Attavilakku: Traditional brass oil lamps (floor-standing or hanging) that bring a warm, golden temple-like ambiance. Brass Urli Bowls: Iconic wide-mouthed brass bowls filled with water, floating fresh flowers (like marigolds or jasmine), and tealights. Fully handcrafted ethnic wooden jewel boxes, intricately detailed with brass work. ​Nettipattam: The vibrant, golden ornamental caparison traditionally used to decorate temple elephants, now used as a stunning living room wall hanging. ​Kerala Mural Art: Vibrant paintings depicting mythology and nature using traditional earthy tones like ochre, terracotta, and deep greens and kerala coir Products, table top wooden houseboat.

Teakwood (Thekku) Rosewood (Eetti) Anjili (Wild Jack) Plaavu ( jack fruit)

Because brass naturally oxidizes and tarnishes over time when exposed to air and moisture, regular care keeps them gleaming: ​The Natural Way: Rub the brass surface with a paste of tamarind paste and salt (or lemon juice and baking soda), let it sit for a few minutes, rinse thoroughly with warm water, and dry completely with a soft microfiber cloth. ​Alternative: Use commercially available brass polishes like Dara or Pitambari powder for a quick shine. Avoid using abrasive steel scrubbers that can scratch the metal lacquer.

Kerala coir is 100% natural, biodegradable, and exceptionally sustainable. Derived from the fibrous outer husk of coconuts, it stands out because: ​High Lignin Content: This natural organic polymer makes the fibers incredibly tough, stretch-resistant, and slowly biodegradable.