Marble Murtis for Homes

Choosing a deity for your home

Many families begin with Ganesh, who is traditionally worshipped first, and add Lakshmi, Radha Krishna, Shiv Parivar or their family deity over time. The choice is personal and often guided by family tradition or a priest's advice.

Measuring your mandir

Measure the internal height, width and depth of your mandir or shelf. Leave space above the murti, and in front of it for a diya, flowers and offerings. If several murtis will share the space, decide their arrangement before choosing sizes. Our size guide explains this step by step.

Placement at home

Families follow different customs about where a mandir should be and which way murtis should face. Practical points matter too: a stable, level surface, protection from being knocked, and a place that is easy to keep clean. Marble is heavy, so check that shelves and cabinets are strong enough.

Giving a murti as a gift

A marble murti is a common gift for a griha pravesh, a wedding or Diwali. If you do not know the size of the recipient's mandir, a small murti is the safer choice. It is also worth finding out which deities the family already has, so your gift complements their mandir rather than duplicating it.

Living with a marble murti

Marble is durable but porous, and it can mark or etch if acidic substances are left on it. Wipe the murti gently with a soft, damp cloth, avoid harsh cleaners, and clean off kumkum, sandalwood paste or oil soon after puja. Our care guide gives more detail.