If you’re considering purchasing a set, you are sure to encounter thousands of designs in the market that will leave you confused. Fortunately, Nestaire offers a couple of designs that will blend in with practically any type of decor. They are mentioned in this blog along with the most common materials of coasters found these days.

Types of Materials Coasters are Made From

Coasters are also made from a variety of commonly available materials, such as the following:

Wood – Wood is a bad conductor of heat so it’s one of the most popular materials for coasters that can handle both hot and cold items. It also brings a sense of natural charm into spaces and is affordable.

Metal – Although this material isn’t as versatile when it comes to protecting the surface underneath from the temperature of the drink above, it does bring a unique touch to your space, offering a serene vibe to wherever it’s placed.

Glass – Glass brings an impressive modern appearance to your space with the ability to cast a luxurious impression on visitors. It can be moulded easily, making it perfect for a vast range of tableware.

Ceramic – It is manufactured by firing and glazing clay at extreme temperatures, leaving a hard yet brittle substance that’s widely used in designing various items such as plates, cups, coasters, and so on.

Marble – Another commonly used material, marble brings a level of sophistication to your decor. It is also designed in a wide range of colour combinations and veining for many unique looks. However, real marble coasters can be expensive, so many people prefer plastic lookalikes instead.

Cork – This water-repellent material is quite light, extracted from the barks of cork oak trees. It is also an inexpensive material, aside from being quite buoyant and heat resistant. All these properties make it ideal for turning into coasters and similar tableware items.

Nestaire’s Beautifully Crafted Mother of Pearl Coasters

These coasters by Nestaire are both tasteful and functional:

Mother of Pearl Coasters Round

Items made from Mother of pearl often have a way of standing out and blending in with the chosen decor at the same time. Take our luxurious hand-crafted Set of 4 coasters for instance. This attractive, durable set comes with a matching stand and is embellished with gorgeous and spectacular white pearls with a touch of brass.

Our coasters won’t just help you save your table or desk from hot beverages – they are functional works of art ready to be used as part of your decor. As for their size, these are spacious enough to accommodate most standard-sized mugs, cups, glasses etc.

Mother of Pearl Coasters Square

These Mother of Pearl coasters can turn any table or surface into a gorgeous setting for your hot or cold drinks. These coasters not only protect your tablecloth from getting damaged from excessive heat, but they also play an incredible role in improving the table’s appearance.

Each piece is hand-carved by talented artisans, just like the rest of our product range. At Nestaire, we have a collection of Mother of Pearl coasters, serving trays, facial tissue box holders and more.

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Copper water has become a hot topic of discussion for homeowners and experts these days. While most people believe in the benefits of copper water, others simply reject this claim.

If you too are curious about this topic and have loads of questions related to it, we’ve got you covered.

Nestaire offers an amazing range of copper bottles, jugs, glasses, and mugs. And even our customers reach out to us with a lot of questions. Instead of answering everyone one by one, we thought of creating a blog and addressing all the questions together.

Question 1:  Can We Drink Copper Water Daily?

Answer: Yes of course you can. To make the most of the benefits of copper water, you should in fact drink it daily.

Regular copper water intake means living a healthy life. Here’s a list of positive changes it can bring to your life:

• Helps in Battling Cancer
• Reduces Hypertension (Maintains a Balance)
• Leads to Weight Loss
• Stimulates the Thyroid Gland
• Fights off Anemia
• Treats Inflammation of Joints and Arthritis
• Heals Wounds at a Quicker Pace
• Prevents infections
• Promotes proper digestion
• Improves Heart/Cardiovascular Health
• Reduces the chance of stroke

Question 2: Is Copper Water Bottle Good for Health?

Answer: Yes, usage of a copper water bottle is good for your health. And here’s a quick tip we recommend you make use of:

• Fill the copper water bottle or jug with water overnight. Doing this, allows the water to get ionized.
• Consume this copper water the first thing in the morning.

This is the best way to have copper water, something that many people don’t even know of.

Question 3: How Much Copper Water Should You Drink a Day?

Answer: The World Health Organization (WHO) along with some of the best researchers around the globe recommend an intake of 700 ML per day.

Always remember, too much of anything can harm you. Even though copper water offers great health benefits, your body cannot tolerate an excess of copper.

Having water that has been constantly stored in a copper water bottle or vessel, might put you at the risk of copper toxicity. This could further lead to:

• Dizziness
• Kidney Failure
• Liver Damage
• Abdominal Pain

Question 4: Does Copper Really Purify Water?

Answer: Surprising yes! Copper holds the power to kill fungus, molds, bacteria, and algae. The presence of all of these microorganisms can harm humans and affect the functioning of their organs.

We’re sure there’s a huge list of microorganisms that copper can destroy and if you’re keen to know about that, we suggest contacting a professional.

Question 5: Can We Wash Our Face With Copper Water?

Answer: Yes, you can. Our skin starts looking dry and dull after a long tiring day. A reason for that is the reduction of hyaluronic acids (which happens with age). But washing your face off with copper water brings back the glow and freshness.

It hydrates your skin and makes it look vibrant, happy, and plump. So, why not? Don’t think twice before using copper water.

Question 6: Is Copper Water Good For Hair?

Answer: Copper doesn’t show direct health benefits when it comes to hair but yes it is somewhat good.

According to a study, copper maintains a great tissue balance in our blood vessels. As a result, it allows hair follicles to acquire adequate oxygen and nutrient supply. This eventually helps in promoting better hair growth.

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Question 7: What Are The Benefits of Copper?

Answer: Benefits of copper and not copper water right? Here’s a list of your interest:

• Produces red blood cells
• Ensures great health of nerve cells
• Creates collagen (an essential protein needed for our bones and tissues)
• Safeguards our cells (prevents damage of any kind)

Question 8: What Happens If I Drink Lemon Water In Copper Utensils?

Answer: Please don’t drink lemon water in copper utensils. The acid present in Lemon, when combined with Copper can negatively impact your health. It can result in severe stomach aches or even vomiting (So, avoid lemon water & lemonades).

Question 9: Can We Keep Copper Bottles In The Fridge?

Answer: Sure. Keeping copper bottles in the fridge helps accelerate the cooling process. It is a great item for those who enjoy drinking cool water during summers.

We recommend you clean your copper bottle on a regular basis though. To reap all the benefits of copper water, you shouldn’t neglect proper cleaning. You can refer to our previous blog to get some cleaning tips.

Did not get an answer to your copper water-related question? Comment below and let us know about it and we will cover it in our next blog.

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If it bothers you too and you’re looking for a solution to prevent them from turning black, this blog is for you. We’re going to list down a few effective yet easy ways to maintain the quality and shine of your favorite copper products. 

Tips for Cleaning Hammered Copper Mugs

1. Lemon Works like a Charm

Lemons are easily available in the market whether you shop online or prefer buying them from a physical store. You can use it in two different ways such as: 

• Rubbing its slices on the utensil and washing it off with clean water
• Making a paste by squeezing lemon and salt, applying it to the mugs, and cleaning it off with lukewarm water. 

2. Vinegar Helps

Just like lemon, white vinegar too can be used in more than one way to clean your hammered copper mugs. It is in fact, a great alternative to lemons. You can:

• Use simple white vinegar to wash off the copper utensils. 
• Mix vinegar with salt, and use the stirred mixture to apply on copper. Then, rub it properly until the thickness of the solution goes away. 
• You can either use only the two ingredients mentioned above or add a little bit of flour to the combination to create a paste. Apply it to the copper-based product and leave it untouched for about 15 minutes. Then rub off the paste and rinse with warm water. 

3. Baking Soda + Salt = Useful 

A baking soda and salt solution can also work wonders when cleaning copper-based mugs, bottles, jugs, or vessels. The mixture helps bring back the original shine of the product. If you want, you can use only baking soda and you’d surely notice that shine coming back after a single wash. 

While cleaning just remember not to use a steel scrubber. It can spoil the utensil and make it look worse. 

4. Soap Water Does the Job Too

Sometimes, we underestimate the greatness of soapy water. Yes, your copper mugs or bottles can restore the same shine even with soap water. Just soak it in the soapy water overnight and in the morning clean it properly. 

5. Make a Copper Polish at Home

Making a copper polish may sound a bit complicated but it isn’t. First things first, you need detergent powder, flour, and salt in a bow. After that, you require adding white vinegar, water, and squeeze lemons into the mix. Stir it well and then pour only a little bit of it into the utensil scrub pad or sponge. Then, rub it gently on the black-looking portions of the copper product you own. Now, use water and rinse off the polish. Don’t forget to dry it using a soft cloth. 

If it works for you, we suggest making a large quantity of the polish and storing it for future use. It will help you save time as you won’t have to make the polish every time you wash your copper utensils. 

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6. Tamarind works Perfectly 

Here’s a surprise addition to our list of copper washing tips. But it is in fact, a very effective way to recover a product’s shine, given you use it in cooked or baked form. 

• You require soaking tamarind in water (a cup or bowl) for at least 30 minutes. 
• Once they are strat melting, use a spoon or mash the tamarinds with your hands in the water. 
• After mashing it thoroughly, apply this water to the affected copper product you wish to wash. You have to wash it like you wash your utensils normally, it’s just that instead of normal water, you are now using tamarind water. 
• Don’t leave out any black or dirty and rub it nicely. 
• We suggest applying tamarind pulp (wet) to the utensils for better results. 

7. Ketchup Doesn’t Disappoint

Another surprising yet powerful way to clean copper utensils of all kinds, whether big or small. It contains a certain amount of acidity that helps to eliminate those ugly copper stains. It doesn’t matter which brand of ketchup you use, just spread it on the mug or jug and let it sit for a few minutes. Giving it some time allows the acidity to do its magic. After that, scrub it away using a sponge or pad. Rinse it and use an olive-oil-soaked cloth to rub it. Finally, let it dry for a while and then check. You will be amazed by what you see, just try the tomato ketchup hack!

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