Vastu remedies for a cut in the south-west direction

According to Vastu Shastra, the south-west direction, also known as the Nairutya corner, denotes the earth elements and is governed by Rahu, one of the fiercest planets, as per Vedic astrology. The south-west corner also represents stability of your household and, therefore, it is important for you to balance all the elements in this region, to ensure happiness and prosperity at home. However, if there is a cut in this corner or any other major Vastu defect, it can create disturbance in your home. It can also invite unexpected expenses and cause mental stress. Therefore, it is important for you to keep this section heavier than any other part of your home and place things which can bring the benefits of the earth elements.

Vastu defects in south-west direction

• Toilet in the south-west.
• Kitchen in the south-west.
• A cut in the south-west direction.
• Cut/extension, large opening/windows in the west.
• Home entrance or main door in the south-west.
• Bore well or underground water tank in the south-west.
• Living or drawing room in the south-west.

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Vastu remedies for south-west corner

• If there is a cut in the south-west direction, place heavy furniture or items in this corner, as it will help you in countering the negative effects.
• Place beautiful and pleasant paintings of earthy elements on the walls in the south-west corner.
• If you can, repaint the south-west wall in peach or light brown colour or other earthy shades.
• You can also place a Rahu Yantra in the south-west corner.
• Place Vastu pyramids in all directions as this will attract positive energy and help in countering the negative energy generated, because of this Vastu defect.

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Vastu remedies for south-west facing entrance

Ideally, property buyers should avoid homes that have doors facing the south-west, as it can invite struggles and misfortunes. Here are a few remedies that you can implement, to negate the impact:

• If you have a main door in the south-west direction, you can place a Ganesha idol near the entrance.
• To decrease the negative effects of south-west entrance houses, put Om, Trishul and Swastika symbols on the sides and tops of all doors in the house.
• To increase positivity, you can also place Vastu pyramids, plants and wind chimes around the entrance of your home.
• If you are religious, you can place two Hanuman idols on the entrance or paste Gayatri Mantra.
• If you have an empty wall at the entrance, you can place a statue or a picture of Ganesha.
• Opt for the red colour in the south, yellow in south/south-west and peach or pink in south-west to promote harmony at home.

Vastu remedies for south-west facing home

• If your home is south-west facing, create open spaces in the north-east area of your home. This will create a free flow of positive energy in the home.
• You can also construct an overhead water tank in the south-west direction, to balance the energy that surrounds your house.
• Install a water fountain in the north-east corner, if your home is south-west facing as this will attract positive energy.

Vastu tips for south-west corner

• For financial stability, place your jewellery, money and other important financial documents in the south-west corner. According to Vastu experts, anything kept in this direction tends to multiply.
• For vaults placed in this direction, ensure that the opening of the vault does not face the south or the west direction, as it could result in heavy expenses.
• To avert financial problems and heavy expenses, the main safe and lockers should open in the north or the north-east direction.
• For financial success, place a red cloth inside the safe, along with a Citrine crystal as it attracts wealth and prosperity.
• Never install a toilet in the south-west corner as it can result in financial losses and monetary instability.
• Place a glass filled with water and salt in the south-west corner of the house. Also, place a red-coloured bulb above it so that whenever the bulb is switched-on, it reflects on the glass.
• Avoid having a borewell in the south-west direction. If it is unavoidable, paint it red and install a ‘Rahu yantra’ on top of it.

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