Product details
A Personal Aasan, Woven from River Grass in a Deeper Shade.
Madur Pooja Mat – Maroon is a handwoven pooja aasan mat ( पूजा आसन ) made from madurkathi, a natural river grass, by artisans in West Bengal.
Product Highlights
· Herringbone Weave in Horizontal Bands - A zigzag weave pattern alternates in mustard, maroon, and olive-green sections.
· Personal-Size Pooja Aasan ( पूजा आसन ) - Sized for one person to sit on during pooja or daily prayer.
· Maroon Fabric Border - A solid maroon binding finishes and reinforces all four edges.
· Handwoven from Natural Madurkathi Grass - Woven by artisans using river grass reeds, a traditional craft practiced in West Bengal.
· Compact, Square-Cut Shape - Suited to a single sitting spot rather than a stretched-out floor area.
· Lightweight for Daily Handling - Easy to pick up, move, and store between uses.
Why Choose Kansa & Clay Heritage Kitchen Madur Pooja Mat – Maroon?
· A Traditional Aasan Alternative to Wool or Cotton - A grass fibre option instead of synthetic or woolen aasans.
· Suits a Dedicated Daily Pooja Spot - Compact enough to keep reserved for pooja without taking up floor space.
· A Deeper Color for Traditional Pooja Settings - Maroon pairs naturally with brass items, diyas, and marigold flowers.
· Handwoven by West Bengal Artisans - Supports a traditional weaving craft passed down through generations.
· A Different Weave from the Blue Aasan - Herringbone bands instead of a diamond motif, for those who prefer a simpler look.
· Fits Easily Into a Pooja Essentials Collection - Complements other madurkathi and pooja items in the range.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is " पूजा आसन " the same as this pooja mat?
Yes. " पूजा आसन " (pooja aasan) is the Hindi term for this type of personal seating mat used during pooja, and this product is designed for that exact purpose.
2. What's the difference between this weave and the diamond weave on the Blue pooja mat?
The Blue pooja mat has a diamond weave pattern, while this Maroon version uses a herringbone weave in horizontal color bands. Both serve the same purpose as a personal pooja aasan, just with different visual patterns.
3. Does the maroon color show wear or fraying more than lighter shades?
Being a darker shade, maroon tends to show less visible wear from daily handling compared to lighter colors, though normal wear on the fabric border edge is expected over time with any handwoven mat.
4. Can this be used for festive pujas, or is it meant for daily use only?
It works for both daily pooja and occasional rituals or festive pujas, since it's a standard-size aasan suited to regular use.
5. Is this a good size for two people to sit on together?
It's designed as a single-person aasan. For two people, it's better to use two mats side by side rather than sharing one.