China’s Yangzhai Feng Shui has focused on the three main layout points of “door, main house, and stove” since ancient times. Therefore, some people think that the bathroom is not the key point of Feng Shui, and they ignore the layout taboos in it. In fact, ancient house designs used to separate bathrooms and toilets, and most of them were located next to the house and not inside the house. Therefore, the Feng Shui key to the interior layout of the balcony rarely mentioned the bathroom and toilet issue.
1. The Feng Shui significance of the bathroom space
In ancient times, the bathroom was called the place where "filth comes out", so in Feng Shui it is also considered a place where filth accumulates, which will weaken the auspiciousness. Modern bathroom space also combines the function of washing. Flush toilets and bathing equipment often cause water vapor to accumulate for a long time, causing the yin energy in the bathroom to be heavier than in other rooms. Therefore, the bathroom should be brightly lit, kept dry and ventilated, and should be cleaned frequently to avoid worsening of odor. The so-called "wealth should not enter dirty doors" actually refers to not only the front door, but also all spaces in the house. Any place where clutter piles up and is chaotic and dirty will make it difficult for wealth to flow. The bathroom is already a dirty place. If the sanitary environment is poor or full of mold, it will only be more detrimental to the family's wealth and health.
In addition, it must be noted that the bathroom will weaken the power of auspicious stars, so it is not suitable to be located in the most prosperous or angry position of the house. If the lucky star flies to the bathroom, its power will also be weakened. Compare the table below to find out whether there are auspicious stars flying in the bathroom. If so, it is even more necessary to activate the power of the relevant auspicious stars to make up for the influence of the bathroom.
2. The overall planning of the bathroom
1. Avoid building it in the center of the house
This is one of the big taboos in the bathroom. The bathroom is built in the center of the house. In the center, it has a great influence. The center of a house is like the heart of the human body, and the toilet is the place where dirty odors emit. If it is placed in the center of the house, the dirty odors will flow to the surroundings of the house for a long time, which will have a negative impact on the health of the family.
2. Avoid clashing with the main door
Because the main door is the main air outlet of the house, used to attract good luck and wealth. On the contrary, bathrooms and toilets often contain filthy odors. If the door is in contact with the bathroom, If the doors between you are facing each other, or even facing the toilet, your wealth will gradually decline. If the door direction cannot be changed, the only option is to keep the bathroom door closed and hang some small potted plants on both sides of the bathroom door. However, it is better to change the door direction as soon as possible.
3. Avoid clashing between the kitchen and toilet
If the door between the kitchen and the bathroom is opposite, it will become a clash of water and fire, and your family will be more likely to suffer from skin diseases or gastrointestinal allergies. If the two doors are opposite and cannot be changed, it is best to run the exhaust fan in the bathroom for a long time, keep the door closed at all times, and hang some small potted plants on both sides of the kitchen door or bathroom door to eliminate evil spirits.
4. Avoid connecting the kitchen and toilet
If the house has enough space, it is best not to connect the kitchen and bathroom closely to avoid the phenomenon of water and fire imbalance. If it is not possible to completely separate the two spaces in terms of planning, it is also necessary to prevent the toilet or shower equipment in the bathroom from being close to the kitchen stove, otherwise it may be harmful to health.
5. Avoid opening into the bedroom
It is also unlucky if the bathroom door opens directly into the bedroom door. If the bed faces the bathroom and toilet, it is even more unfavorable and can easily affect your personal fortune. The best way to improve it is to move the bed away, but also to design the door frame into an entrance hall, which does not look like a door, thus solving the problem of direct flushing of the toilet.
6. Use glass as a partition with caution
Use transparent glass as a partition between bathrooms to replace the traditional wall design, which looks fashionable and romantic. A fully transparent bathroom can also help enhance your luck in Feng Shui, which is naturally beneficial if you are single. But if you already have a fixed partner, you should change the transparent glass to frosted material to avoid damaging your relationship.
3. What should be avoided inside the bathroom
1. There should be a window
The ideal bathroom should have a window of moderate size, such as The east or west side is better to allow sunlight to kill bacteria and dissipate moisture. If it is not possible to add a window, a well-functioning ventilation fan must be installed to ensure air flow.
2. The light should be bright
The bathroom should not only pay attention to lighting, but also pay attention to the use of lights. Since the bathroom itself is already yin, and this space is often closed, if the light is too dim, it will strengthen the yin power.
In the same way, the color of the bathroom and toilet should not be lifeless, let alone black. Regardless of Feng Shui or visual aspects, it is best for the bathroom to be bright, clean, and concisely decorated to help improve the overall luck of the home.
3. The toilet seat should be closed at all times
The toilet is the source of sewage in the bathroom and must be kept clean daily to avoid further accumulation of sewage. In addition, it is best to close the toilet lid when not in use, as the toilet symbolizes negative power. This will not only comply with hygiene standards, but also avoid the emission of dirty odors and odors, which will weaken the positive energy in the house.
4. Pay attention to the selection of plants
It is said that flowers and plants should not be placed in the bathroom, otherwise it will easily lead to rotten peach blossoms. This statement is not accurate. In fact, adding some small plants to the bathroom can also add a little life to the space. However, it should be noted that because the bathroom is very humid and the sunlight is limited, appropriate plant types must be carefully selected to avoid breeding insects or withering, otherwise it will also affect the transportation of the home.
Feng Shui says, "Mountains are the masters of men, and water is the masters of wealth." As a functional space in the home that has the most water facilities, the highest water frequency, and the largest water consumption, the bathroom’s location and layout are very particular in Feng Shui. A reasonable bathroom Feng Shui layout not only helps to gather wealth, but also allows people to better enjoy the bathroom space. I hope the above Feng Shui knowledge about bathrooms can be helpful to you!