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Different types of tools and raw materials used are mentioned below:

Metals:
Zinc- molten alloy and copper are main important raw materials used in Bidri craft making.
 
File and Buffering Machine:
Different types of buffing blades are used to smoothen the surface of the article.

Copper Sulphate:
It is applied on the casted object to obtain temporary black coating on the article, so that it is easy to sketch the design over dark background.

Chisel:
Used to engrave the design on the article.

Old Soil:
It is mixed with ammonium to give permanent black coating on the article.

Silver Wire:
Used to engrave in the design grooves.

Brass Metal Wire:
Brass metal wire is inlayed to enhance the outer appeal of the product.

Coconut Oil:
once the product is made, coconut oil is applied to deepen the black matt coating.

Bidri fort Mitti:
Bidri fort mitti-clay is boiled and products are dipped in the mitti solution to obtain permanent black color.

Carving Tools:
Carving tools such as chisel, hammer, filers, rasps are used while engraving and inlaying process.

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