GharVaastu

Vaastu for Home — Full Guide

Zone map, room directions, and FAQs. New here? Start with 10 simple tips.

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Vaastu zone map — ideal room placement by direction (stand at centre, face North up)

Quick reference

Best direction for each room.

Home areaBest directionAvoid
Main entranceNorth, East or North-EastSouth-West facing entrance
KitchenSouth-EastNorth-East placement
Master bedroomSouth-WestNorth-East
Pooja roomNorth-EastSouth-West or under stairs
Bathroom / toiletEast or North-WestNorth-East or centre
StaircaseSouth or WestNorth-East
Underground water tankNorth-EastSouth-West
Overhead water tankSouth-WestNorth-East
Centre (Brahmasthan)Keep open and clutter-freeHeavy construction or toilet
Store roomSouth or WestNorth-East

Simple Vaastu tips

Room-by-room guide for your home

Practical direction and placement tips while building, moving in, or living in your home. Use with GharVaastu's free report and compass for your exact layout.

Plot & site

North, East, NE preferred

  • Pick plot shape that is regular (square or rectangle) when possible.
  • Leave more open space in North and East; keep South & West slightly heavier.
  • Check road hitting the plot (Veedhi Shoola): NE and E roads are favourable.

Avoid: Irregular cuts, heavy construction blocking the North-East corner.

Water & tanks

North, East, North-East

  • Overhead tanks and borewells do best in North, East, or North-East.
  • Keep North side relatively open and light for positive flow.

Avoid: Water storage in South-West without expert guidance.

Main entrance

North, East, North-East

  • Main door should be the largest, well-lit, and open smoothly.
  • Use good-quality wood; keep entrance clean and clutter-free.
  • Nameplate and welcome area in the East or North wall is auspicious.

Avoid: Broken door, darkness at entrance, water feature blocking the door.

Living room

East, North, North-East

  • Face East or North when seated for daily family time.
  • Heavy sofa and TV unit towards West or South-West.
  • Keep the room bright; avoid clutter near the main view.

Master bedroom

South-West

  • Best in South-West for stability and restful sleep.
  • Place bed head towards South or West; sleep with head South if possible.
  • Keep room calm colours: cream, light pink, or soft earth tones.

Avoid: Mirror or TV directly facing the bed.

Children's room

West, North-West, North-East

  • Study desk facing East or North helps focus.
  • Bed in South-West corner of the room; avoid beam over bed.
  • Use cheerful but not overly dark wall colours.

Free full handbook — 11 rooms + daily tips + FAQs

Common questions

What plants are good at the entrance?
Tulsi, money plant, or bamboo in East or North attract positive energy. Keep them healthy and watered.
What are basic Vaastu principles?
Correct orientation, room in right zone (kitchen SE, bedroom SW, pooja NE), balance of elements, and a clutter-free North-East.
How do I bring luck to a new home?
Clean Griha Pravesh day, lamp in pooja, plants in East/North, clear entrance, and a Vaastu report for your actual layout.
Which corner is best in a flat?
North-East corner should stay open and light. South-West is best for master bedroom stability.
Vaastu tips for financial stability?
Keep North clutter-free, safe in South/SW, main door unobstructed, and water/plants in NE — check with a personalised report.
How do I check if my home is Vaastu-compliant?
Note entrance direction with our compass, map each room zone, then run a free GharVaastu report on your floor plan for scores and remedies.

Check your actual home with a free report.

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