It is typically placed on a tray called phaan (fig.) and always accompanied by a banana-leaf that is folded into a small cone and topped with a small flower or other ornament, and referred to as krathong dokmai, which resembles a phanom mahk (fig.).

This type of offering is often made from clay or other durable materials, including silk. The candles are arranged on top of the incense rods, though official offerings for government related ceremonies, are usually arranged the other way around.