Thanks! -Victor. Also I have two beautiful oil painting in my bedroom with garden of flowers and open gates, no people. I have read your blog with great interest and have few questions. It faces the bedroom door directly. Thats not a bad place to place a mirror. The stairs faces the wall. Both mirror is great. Please help. Remove Mirrors that Face the Bathroom Door, 7. Is it ok to hang a mirror at the south facing our dining table which is in the center of our house and reflecting our aquarium that is at the east side? From a feng shui perspective, its best to choose either a mirror with a flat surface, or a convex or concave mirror. -Victor. The mirror gives an image of the object. They are gone now and I inherited the home. Besides, having a mirror facing the toilet can feel a little weird for some people. -Victor. I bet she is negatively Feng Shuing me.. what can I place on my door to avert the dangers of bad feng shui. However, all experts agree that having a mirror facing the front door is bad Feng Shui. Concave Bagua Mirrors Absorb and Neutralize, 19. My house is in the End Lot, the community has installed a Mirror to see the car turning to left or right. Both inside and outside are great places for plants. Some clients love the idea of no mirrors in the bedroom or may just place a long mirror inside the closet door. The mirror placement is good. What does all this mean in Feng Shui? It is NOT used to reflect human Qi. Position Mirrors Facing Attractive Vistas. Design:Cathie Hong Interiors, Photo:Christy Q Photography. Mirrors are quite common in modern bedrooms. Mirror on the south wall in kitchen/diner facing stove on North wall? Some people gets startled when they see a mirror once they open the door. If you're more interested in gaining social media followers, a TV placed in the south of the living room ups your odds of reaching fame (via Extra Space). Removing it is not possible. Fr. One of our friend suggested to remove the mirror if possible or else place 2 more small mirror in north wall where staircase and main door is placed. Feng Shui is much more than just moving around your furniture; Feng Shui allows us to bring the natural world into our interior space by creating a balance between the two. Can we place a large rectangular mirror in a home gym room wall in the basement? This includes groups of small mirrors; one continuous piece of glass is best. Your welcome! Mirror is ok in bedroom as long as it doesnt directly face the bed where you can see yourself when in bed. Quick question..Ive got a very narrow and small hallway and would like to hang a mirror here, however as soon as you step in, there is wc door to the right (north), kitchen door opposite it (south), radiator next to the kitchen door (thats preferred place for a mirror so far), and turning stairs in front of it (just after the wc door). Earth: Earth-toned frames in brown, orange, or yellow will add earth element. The correct Feng shui mirror placements can really bring beneficial energy (Specially mirror above the bed) to specific areas of your home or office.. Because mirrors provide the energy of the Feng Shui element of water. From what you described, it seems that the mirror has a good distance from your daughters bedroom door. I have a very long connected living room and dining room. Yes, I dont see a problem with that assuming youve understood the concept behind mirrors in this article. Apply Feng Shui Tv Placement In Living Room Rules and enhance positive energy by simply adjusting the TV placement. A mirror would do minimal to help. Design:Reena Sotropa In House Design Group. A mirror above your fireplace can encourage positive chi energy when you follow some simple rules. -Victor. Best not to use it because of the presence of kitchen. Feng Shui is an ancient Chinese practice that uses objects and surroundings to enhance ones lifestyle and help one lead a healthier and happier life. This is especially true for Bagua mirrors, where it is essential that you get professional advise instead of doing it yourself. What if I put the mirror in the small alcove on the wall perpendicular to the bathroom door facing the opposite wall; technically it is facing the front door but you cannot see the door in the mirror as it is at a diagonal to the door. Hi Dieu, Others have said that these types of mirrors, when used with the Early Heaven sequence, can be used to absorb good Qi. Not sure what you mean by necessary reflections, but your answer depends on the setup of your work area. I have an L shaped hallway off my family room that leads to the garage. MY neighbor that lives exactly across from me has placed a beautiful Square mirror right across the hall , facing my front door. Or is the big dinner a few times a year enough? Seems odd but shouldnt be a problem. What are your recommendations. Design:Blakely Interior Design, Photo:Andrea Pietrangeli. The color of your mirrors frame also has an impact on the kind of energy it will bring to your home. Paintings are a good substitute to mirrors as well. Greetings. Thus they can play a significant role in your sleeping environment. Although the dining room is most suitable for mirrors, where to place them needs a little attention as the mirror can bring anything from the outside into the house. The mirror in the dining room is a great placement, and theres no need to worry about the mirror in your bedroom. There are countless ways to use for mirrors to create good feng shui. Is thIs true not to hang mirror on south wall? Yes, this is totally fine. After reading this article I decided to remove and re-home the mirror in our bedroom which is in the Southeast corner of the house to the North wall. Outside I have one old, very loved mirror facing well, outer world. I dont think that mirror facing the desk will actually double your workload. Therefore, keeping a cabinet or armoire to place your TV inside is recommended. -Victor, Thank you very much, Victor. Mirror wont face the front door but it will face the door leading to the small hallway. No, thats not how you use mirrors. Make sure to do this every night before sleeping because this is more harmful during the nightespecially because the TV becomes more reflective in the dark. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Or should I put it the opposite side but with facing (south)windows. Feng shui is all about feeling safe and secure in your space. -Victor. Hi Sheena, Its wonderful that you are willing to give such great advice to your readers. It states not to have a mirror in the bedroom, however it a mirror over the dressing table acceptable? i like it because its big. Your placement is ok. Not good or bad. Well, I have a wall wide wardrobe in mine and it is all impossible to turn it around as it is built in and nothing I can do about it. Most experts agree that these mirrors have the ability to absorb bad Qi from the outside. This is a feng shui mirror placement to avoid. -Victor. So when I paint, the painting is right behind me on the opposite wall, reflecting my back. Hi TCE, -Victor. Fill the spray bottle with water. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. There are also other types of mirror, such as the Bagua mirror, that is used to reflect energy. Mirrors on the wall up the stairs can send good chi sideways and off its path to the upper floor rooms. According to feng shui, the placement of objects in your home can have an impact on your energy levels, health, and overall well-being. I think Ive answered this question in your email. Do Not Locate Your Bed Facing The Room Door. According to my friends from Singapore. Such that when ever i stand up from my work desk i can take a look at myself and make necessary reflections on myself. I believe that Feng Shui contained ancient wisdom, not voodoo magic. but after reading more about Feng Shui.. it seems i did mistake.. When we come out of front door, we face the garage wall of our neighbor ( West facing home). I am at wits end. A bedroom is a place meant for you to relax and sleep in, and it resonates with yin energy. It also gives illusion of space and makes my living lively. Hi Victor, Is it ok to have the mirror in the West wall? Reflecting light up the stairs is always a good idea. Yes, this shouldnt be problem without considering other factors. When you place a mirror at the top of your stairs, you may be sending positive energy flow back downstairs, and creating stagnation for the upper floor. Thanks!! My front door leads straight into my living room (no corridor); I have one mirror placed next to it and it faces the opposite wall only some artwork is hanging there. Good luck with your neighbors! Kitchen stoves bring extremely strong energies of Yang fire. The mirror is small, so I wouldnt worry too much about it. Get updates on the latest posts and more from Feng Shui Tricks straight to your inbox. I have a mirror hanging on the wall opposite my bedroom door, so when the door is open, its in line with the end of the hallway. The Beam generally directs/points outside the house towards 2 electric poles. -Victor. How to Use Feng Shui to Position Your Desk, How to Place Feng Shui Adjustments for Best Results, How to Pick a Front Door Color With Feng Shui, How to Place Your Feng Shui Money Frog for Good Luck, How to Feng Shui Your Bedroom: Dos and Don'ts, How to Create Good Feng Shui in Your Home, Where to Position Your Kitchen in a Floor Plan for the Best Feng Shui, How to Use Feng Shui to Improve Luck and Protection, The Basic Principles of Feng Shui Decorating. Yup, both are good. Hi Therese, Similarly, a mirror that reflects positive energy can increase your luck or prosperity. Hi Eduardo, Clients I work with will sometimes choose to keep a mirror in their bedroom and tell me that they sleep soundly. According toFeng Shui Expert Gayle Smith, placing a mirror can bring energy from the outside, which is a good thing. Is the placement of a colourful owl painting in the south-west corner of the living room facing the sofa okay? Or should I forget about a mirror here at all? Mirror on the North wall that is outside the bathroom/toilet room? Youre all good. However,this is NOT recommended ifthere are anysort of bad Forms outside the window because the mirror can bring those negative energies inside as well. Living alone my kitchen and living room serve as dining room according to my mood. The Bagua Mirrors are powerful, and almost all experts agree that it shouldnt be placed inside your home (except for extremely unique circumstances). Share your experience with us using the comment below! This practice is based on the belief that reflective surfaces can act as mirrors, reflecting all aspect of the environment and the people inhabiting it. Placing a mirror in a window at the outside is good? Is this ok? Another one I placed on the outside of my bedroom door. The mirror is also on the west wall facing north. The mirror is facing my house. -Victor, hi victor!your article is interesting. See which arrangement you like better and keep it at that! Usually we close our main door. Thats not always the case. Also, my master bath has a mirror which faces the door so when the door is open, I can see one mirror in the other. Don't let your backyard be an energy drain. Thanks. If it causes inconvenience and nuance, then its definitely not the right place. If desired, you can add a few drops of dish detergent to encourage the film to stick better. Also, it is not a good idea to put a double-sided mirror next to it, since this is not good Feng Shui. Hi Victor , is it ok to place a mirror behind the dining table but facing ( north)the side of the staircase? We share the wall between the houses. Stairs facing your front door is not necessarily a bad thing. Pick whichever one you like most. In one of my bathrooms, the vanity mirror facing the door, so when you open the door you see the mirror and the vanity, is this a bad placement for it? Some brief answers for you: Hi! Some experts say that mirror facing bed depletes personal energy, causes bad dreams and leads to restlessness at nights. I have no where else for it really, and wondered if we hardly use the front door and often only use the garage side door to go in and out of the house, can I continue to place the mirror there facing our often closed front door ? You will not be able to see your own reflection within 5 feet of entering the house due to the height of the mirror and the overhang. 4. Hi Victor, -Victor. Elements are an important compo, Best Places for Lucky Bamboo in Your Home for Feng Shui, Want a simple way to attract a positive vibe to your home? Set up the mirror so that you can see the doorway or entry to the room. Another easy decorating tip is to use the elementswood, fire, metal, earth, and water (via Know Feng Shui). Second question: There are a number of Feng Shui masters out there that claim flat mirrors can protect you by deflecting bad energy away and invites positive energy. I want to confirm that place the convex outside by the front door, will be accurate, facing North. Mirrors should not face the bed, sunlight, or the main door, since they're prone to attracting negative energies. Yes, a dinner table is completely fine there. You'll want each individual room in your home to correlate with one of the eight trigrams of the Bagua: Creativity, relationships, travel, family, career, prosperity, wisdom, and fame (via Bagua Center). After determining the position and location of the TV, most people question how they should place the TV in the living room. Not all schools of feng shui feel that a mirror facing a bed is a problem, but if you feel uncomfortable with this situation, simply remove the mirror. I came across your website searching for info about mirrors. Hi Denise, Mirrors can activate positive chi flow when placed at the end of a dark hallway. Technically, the mirror will face the window but its like 3 rooms length away. You make the connection by seeing the fact that our televisions show us countless celebrities every daywhich can activate the energy required for fame and recognition if you place the TV in the right position. When using the method of minor additions, its important to bring in your intentions as well. Be sure to stagger the mirrors on both sides of the wall to keep the chi from bouncing back and forth, creating chaos. Sincerely, anka, Hi Anka, It's common to have mirrored closet doors that reflect your bed, and they require special treatment to attract and good feng shui in a bedroom. The living room is one of the most significant places in our houseit is that one space where we sit and relax with our family, socialize, and welcome guests. Feng shui mirrors reflect the energy of your space. I read that mirror should not be on the south wall. Ive heard that bagua mirrors should ideally be placed above the front door, but I dont have enough room there. In apartments, this area might be non-existent. I have a long living and dining room. This way, a mirror can serve as a second mirror. If your mirror reflects beautiful foliage or landscaping, it brings the positive chi inside your home. Hi Mickie, I wouldnt worry too much about mirror being symbolic to water. and what objects you erect to gather those Qi. Hi Tania, As for theliving room Feng Shui, the information I got was mixed. Hello Victor, Thank you for the information. Anyway I had a strange experience involving the mirrors. It increases the size of your vault and your ability to hold wealth. Mirrors are helpful in managing and enhancing the flow of good chi on and around your staircase. But this totally depends on your personal preference. If not, feel free to leave them where they are. The sofa set in the living room needs to be placed in a commanding position, ideally in the center of the room. -Victor. Fire: If youre looking for more fire energy, go for a red or bright orange frame. Theres no problem with this. Thanks a lot Mirrors in the bedroom can disrupt positive chi energy by bouncing it around the room and out the window. The idea is that the energy from the restroom can go all the way down from the stairs. -Victor. Is this ok ? If you want to focus on professional goals, hang your TV in the north side of the room to bring luck in a career. Reflecting the garden brings more green to your house! The reflection of a television is also bad for the feng shui of the room. On the other end it reflects me in a seated position. Thanks! Hi Ella, Im curious to know if this would bring the negative energy inside. Hi Anna, However, others are concerned about the mirror amplifying the energy brought by the guests, especially those with negative energies. In general, the Bagua mirror is mainly used to block the negative energies from the outside. Hope you can answer my question. -Victor. Hope you can answer my question. Each season and its weather is an essential element of feng shui philosophies. According to feng shui, mirrors placed in the hallway are generally seen as a positive. Just like sunlight hitting a mirror, the chi bounces off of the reflective surface and either creates havoc by bouncing around the room, or the chi just bounces right back out. The good Qi is determined by what is immediately outside your front door, how much open space, etc. However, I do not think flat Bagua mirrors were used in traditional Feng Shui (I could be wrong). My house is west facing, and the garage wall of my neighbor (south facing house), is what we see while going out of front door. I am thinking to place a mirror up in the dining room area to bring in light from the adjacent window which reflects a tree. -Victor. 2. Lastly is it best to have the bedhead on the North wall with door diagonally across from foot of bed or on the South wall with side of bed in line with door when it open? These Forms can include an electric pole, pipes, electric wires, and others. The unit on the very right side highlighted (front door is not visible, it is perpendicular to the street next to my neighbors door, up the stairs), my driveway and garage are in the right side. I just purchased and new home, however i do have a street lamp on front yard. -Victor, Mirror somewhat in the kitchen toward next room doesnt face the stove south wall? If your neighbor is giving off bad energy, itll be better if you try to make peace with them. The mirror Also faces that same direction. -Victor. Q: Why isnt it preferred to keep the TV in the bedroom? Can i place it to to side of the the entrance door? Im wondering if this is deliberate use of feng shui for good/bad or just ignorance? It reflects different things in the living and dining room (blended room) like a puzzle and shines due to the recessed lighting.should I worry? Is it okay to place next to my door? Hi Patricia, This shouldnt be a problem. Hi! Here are some Feng Shui living room tips and tv placement rules you must follow. Ive witnessed the efficacy of Feng Shui, astrology and divination. Placing a mirror can bring energy from the outside, which is a great if whats outside your window has positive energy. Most experts will warn you to be mindful of what your mirror reflects both inside and outside the home. Feng Shui practitioner and blogger of Feng Shui Nexus. Hi Denise, Thanks Victor. Flat Bagua Mirrors have the Most Neutral Use, 21. I dont~~~ Can you help me please ?. yards. Hi Janet, I live in Southern California. A living room is often used in a Bagua map to affect fame or career, which makes sense if you think about the celebrities constantly invading our televisions. It can also serve as a welcoming space, especially for visitors. Does it sometimes creep you out like it does to me? The energy is partially blocked by some trees that have grown up. Is there anything else/simple/aesthetic I can do instead? Iran TV airs footage of commandos seizing US-bound . I got up and closed the bathroom door and went back to sleep. As for where to put the mirror, only put it at the door that faces the street lamp. A bagua mirror may or may not help. Storing your TV in a cabinet when not in use is ideal for minimizing the negative mirror effect, which reflects clutter and bad energy. Also, I googled and googled >>> there is something about window/door positioning plus colour according to your Birthday. Convex mirrors are said to reflect and redirect those negative Qi away. -Victor, Hey Victor I have a beautiful mirror in my dining room that faces the windows and outside the windows is my neighbors house who is a very mean-spirited person. hi on opposite wall there is already family pictures. Though all those sayings have their merits, I do think it is fine to place small mirrors on narrow staircases. Hi Christie, Hi Pam, Previously we had placed it at eye level at our hallway, facing our kitchen but not the stove. Bagua Mirrors Should NOT Be Placed Indoors, 17. ? So, if you are going to our master bedroom, our daughters room is on the left and the mirror wall on the right. -Victor. -Victor. Sometimes, it can go to other peoples house, so this method is not the most ethical way of using Bagua mirrors. -Victor. Its actually good to have your mirror catching the dining table. Ive never heard about rules stating that mirrors shouldnt face northeast or east. Therefore, we suggest people cover their TV screens. Learning the secrets of proper placement and tips for addressing specific issues can encourage good chi energy throughout your home. If you attach a video game or home theatre with the TV, make sure there are no wires clustered in one place. The reflection from the television will be visible and can cause problems for your sleep. Triangular mirrors, while a bit more unusual, can add a lot of style to your space as well as fire energy. Thank you for your great article and all your responses to the comments. A full-length mirror can be attached to the inside of the bathroom door to contain the negative energy, but be sure the mirror doesn't reflect the toilet or cut off the head of anyone looking into it. If you like it, you can relocate it elsewhere. I have a few questions please: The setup is not ideal. -Victor. -Victor. That is the reason I am checking on a remedy. If mirrors can double the energy of an area, then a mirror in the kitchen will amplify the negative energies brought by the kitchen. Thank you so much. what can I do if this is not good? Storing your TV in a cabinet when not in use is ideal for minimizing the negative mirror effect, which reflects clutter and bad energy. Mirror at the Top of the Stairs. Metal: Whites and grays are associated with the metal element, so frames in these colors will activate metal energy in your home. -Victor. With a mirror facing your desk, youll see the reflection of the work that needs to be done instead of looking at something else whatever the mirror is covering. The desk is right near the west wall and its mainly a place for my paints and other accessories, and then right next to it (on the middle of the south wall) is my Easel and its the main area I work. Copyright 2023 Feng Shui Nexus. I need the mirror near my front door also for last minute checking, primping etc. Another bad Feng shui idea is placing a television next to a mirror. Yes, this is fine. Let us tell you. I am limited in how I can arrange my furniture because I have two closet doors, another door in/out and the bathroom door and two windows lol. The mirror would reflect the outside yard through the sliding door. Feng Shui, meaning " the way of wind and water ," is an ancient Chinese tradition of channeling energy in your living space. My window faces tree so is it good or bad? -Victor. According to feng shui, mirrors placed in the hallway are generally seen as a positive. I have one full length mirror on the West side and hexagon mirror on the North side of living room. People are confused between hanging or mounting the TV on the wall or placing it on top of a shelf or a console. No worries about the family picture. On the other hand, they can be great on landings of small staircases to help widen the space. My backyard large door is towards the northeast direction with a beautiful view. Mirror facing sofa is fine. Plus, the mirror can distract drivers and make the area more unsafe. I hope you can help . -Victor. Thanks a lot! When you visit the site, Dotdash Meredith and its partners may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Hi Terence, However, there is one more position for you to consider. Again, I suggest that you refer to your trusted Feng Shui consultant for advice and do NOT randomly place mirrors. So, what about the mirrors? Hi Victor, Hi Tim, I feel the spiritual energy when I go in there but I think its just from my spiritual activities. Is that fine ? However, they can also amplify bad energy if your guests are negativeso be careful who you invite over, or kindly tell your guests to leave the drama at home. However, there is one item in particular that mystifies feng shui experts everywhereand not all agree on its best use and placement. This represents growth and expansion in your career. So mirror can only reflect north or south?? Luckily, we're here to walk you through it. -Victor. Having a TV in your bedroom is considered bad feng shui, but that rule is not always compatible with a modern lifestyle. Concaved mirrors are mirrors thats curved inward. Like a disagreement or something. It sounds like the mirror is not really facing the front door. Im an artist, a painter, and I have a room in my apartment that is dedicated as my art studio. As mentioned earlier, the best place for mirrors is the dining room. Hello! However, I do agree that it is distracting and can bring more stress. I have mirroed closet doors in my bedroom that when closed face the window. Sincerely, anka, Hi Anka, Should I place a bagua mirror outside and directly above my front door as a cure? Theres no need to cover other mirrors. Yep, both are fine. Its better to have some distance between the two. I would like to put at end of hall outside of bathroom. If you do that, just make sure the closet is organized, because mirrors double what they project," she says. Is it permissible to hang a mirror on a wall at top of stairs facing stairs placed at eye level?? Hi Valerie, You dont need a remedy when you keep the door closed! -Victor. But I guess mirror is mirror what ever the case. I find it obstructing the door space when visitor coming in or doing cleaning with all the wires behind the front door and curtain. Thank you for the interesting article. The mirror is very far away from the main entrance door. If it really bothers you, talk to your neighbor about it and work something out! What would you recommend? Do you think it is ok to place it at the wall close to the dining table or on the small narrow hallway leading to our living room? The glass block tiles will be placed in our partition in between the living room & dining area? Mirrors can amplify the energy around you that can disrupt your sleep. Basically, the idea behind it is that everything in your bedroom, or other rooms in the home for that matter, have an ideal placement. -Victor. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Categories Feng Shui Living Room, Feng Shui Tricks, 100% Solved: Feng Shui Water Behind House Cures & Fixes, How To Feng Shui For Spiritual Growth + Cultivation: 15 Ways. Also, the friend advised me to place one on top of garage door, is this necessary, i wouldnt want to over do it. my stove is place outside the house) What about a mirror facing a garage door that opens into the house? When your mirror faces windows in any room, you have the opportunity to enhance good feng shui when it reflects a pleasant scene. Not everything in your home has to be a feng shui adjustment. -Victor. The option that were looking at is to move the mirror at the opposite wall however space is not enough to put it since theres a light switch on the other side. Ive read on various Feng Shui websites that mirror behind the stove is suitable for those who cook with their back facing a door. Mirrors on a staircase wall are very auspicious when used on a landing, especially when they are full length.
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