Thorough Cleaning:
Before using the matka, clean it thoroughly with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse it well to remove any soap residue.
Thorough Cleaning:Before using the matka, clean it thoroughly with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse it well to remove any soap residue.
Disinfection:
After cleaning, disinfect the matka by rinsing it with a mixture of water and vinegar or lemon juice. This helps kill any lingering bacteria.
Disinfection:After cleaning, disinfect the matka by rinsing it with a mixture of water and vinegar or lemon juice. This helps kill any lingering bacteria.
Sun-Drying:
Expose the cleaned matka to sunlight for a few hours. Sunlight has natural disinfectant properties and helps in eliminating germs.
Sun-Drying:Expose the cleaned matka to sunlight for a few hours. Sunlight has natural disinfectant properties and helps in eliminating germs.
Avoid Chemicals:
Avoid using harsh chemicals or bleach to clean the matka, as they can leave harmful residues and affect the taste of the water stored in it.
Avoid Chemicals:Avoid using harsh chemicals or bleach to clean the matka, as they can leave harmful residues and affect the taste of the water stored in it.
Regular Maintenance:
Clean the matka regularly, preferably once a week, to prevent the buildup of algae, mold, or bacteria.
Regular Maintenance:Clean the matka regularly, preferably once a week, to prevent the buildup of algae, mold, or bacteria.
Use Filtered Water:
Always fill the matka with filtered or boiled water to ensure it stays clean and safe for drinking.
Use Filtered Water:Always fill the matka with filtered or boiled water to ensure it stays clean and safe for drinking.
Covering:
When not in use, cover the mouth of the matka with a clean cloth or lid to prevent dust, insects, or debris from entering.
Covering:When not in use, cover the mouth of the matka with a clean cloth or lid to prevent dust, insects, or debris from entering.