Things Not To Keep at Home Entrance: Vastu Tips

In Vastu Shastra, the main gate of the house is viewed as a carrier of peace, prosperity, happiness, and glory into the house. The direction, design, and decoration of the door entrance are significant in Vastu science. This science believes that everything in the house has energy that impacts the aura of the home as well as the well-being of the family members. Decorating the door with things not recommended by Vastu can attract negative energies into the house.

So, here is a list of things that should not be kept at the entrance or in front of the house's main door because these are considered to be inauspicious and indicators of bad omen in Vastu.

1) Water clogging: Never allow dirty or muddy water to accumulate in front of the main door. Such water is a breeding ground for bacteria and creates health hazards. As per Vastu, it is seen as a bad sign, as uncleanliness spreads negative energy. Water clogging in the west direction could also lead to financial problems. In addition to this, make sure the surroundings around the main gate are clean and tidy.
 

2) Thorny Plants: Vastu for the home entrance does not recommend keeping cacti or thorny plants. The thorns of these plants symbolise sorrow and hardship. Therefore, decorating these at the main door increases fights and tensions between family members. Vastu also suggests not keeping a shame plant, also known as a chui mui plant in Hindi, or flowering plants with an unpleasant smell. 

Read: Vastu Plants for Home: Which Plants to Keep and Where
 

3) Garbage Bin: It is a common practise in most homes to keep a dustbin near or in front of the entrance for convenience, but Vastu strongly condemns this practise. It is seen as a sign of problems and money drain because the dustbin collects garbage and useless things. Do not keep the dustbin in the north direction, as it is the zone of Goddess Lakshmi.
 

4) Rusted Lock: Never use a rusted lock on the main gate. According to main gate vastu tips, the use of rusted locks can block doorways to prosperity. Always use a new and perfectly working lock on the main gate.
 

5) Goddess Lakshmi Poster: In some homes, a poster or picture of Goddess Lakshmi is displayed on the main door. It is not considered auspicious as per home Vastu. The Swastik or Om symbol is appropriate and auspicious for the main gate.
 

6) Footwear: Never scatter dirty footwear near the main gate of the house. Always remove the footwear and place it nicely away from the main gate. Footwear in and around the entrance door of the flat or home hinders positivity.
 

Remembering these points and decorating the main gate of the house as per Vastu principles and tips can open new doorways of comfort, welfare, and abundance.

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Home Vastu Tips - Frequently Asked Questions

1) Importance of the main gate in Vastu Shastra
Ans: The main door plays an important role in the Vastu Shastra. It symbolises the entry point of positive and prosperous vibes into the home. According to Vastu science, a well-maintained main door can enhance the flow of good energy, leading family members to have a harmonious stay. 

2) Why build the main gate as per Vastu science? 
Ans: In Vastu Shastra, the main door is considered a focal point of good vibes. Building a main entrance as per Vastu guidelines ensures that its placement, direction, design, and energy are in sync with the surroundings for a comfortable and pleasant life. A main door that fulfills all the Vastu principles ensures that all the elements are balanced and energy flows in the right direction. 

3) How do I maintain the main door as per Vastu? 
Ans: Maintaining the main door as per Vastu ensures that you attract harmony, balance, and well-being into your life. As per Vastu principles, the main door should not have a creaky voice, be cleaned and well-maintained, and be decorated with torans and fresh flowers. 

4) Can we put the Swastik and Om symbols on the entrance gate?
Ans: Yes, it is common in Indian households to put Swastik, Om, and other religious symbols on the gate. These are considered auspicious. The Swastik symbol brings luck and prosperity, and the Om symbol means welcoming God.