Feng Shui for Your Bathroom

Generally bathrooms in Feng Shui have no specific place in the house on the map of Feng Shui, this is because the ancient map that is used for the placement of rooms in the home was created before indoor plumbing even existed. This is why it's hard to say exactly where the bathroom should be and to stop the draining effect it has on your homes chi, there are however tips that you can follow below to reduce this loss as much as possible.

In Feng Shui, position is important. While a bathroom doesn't really fit anywhere in the home, some locations are more problematic than others. For example, a bathroom in the center of the home is quite possibly the worst location, as it throws off the energy in the entire household. By placing a large crystal or stone in each corner of the bathroom you can help to stabilize the energy. Placing a mirror on the outside of the door is also recommended.

Bathrooms have an unavoidable draining effect on the home. To minimize this effect, be sure to close the bathroom door at all times and to always put the toilet lid down after use. This will help keep healthy chi from escaping.

If you are fortunate enough to have a window in your bathroom, open it daily. Try and let in as much natural light and fresh air as you can, open windows can help get the chi flowing. If you do not have a window, pay close attention to your lighting. Bright, evenly distributed lighting combined with a bathroom fan can help make up for the lack of a window. Also try hanging a crystal or a wind chime to act as a window.

Be sure to keep the bathroom as clean as possible at all times. Try to organize and store clutter and to do your best to avoid small objects that gather dust. This is a place of cleansing and purification, it needs to reflect its purpose.

Leafy plants and bamboo are highly recommended as chi movers. They also help to absorb humidity and add a bit of natural color. If you have limited light in your bathroom, bamboo is ideal.

Avoid using fabric in your bathroom decorating, surfaces should be smooth and easy to clean. Fabric traps humidity, encourages mold and adds to the yin features of the bathroom space.

Most importantly, make your bathroom a sanctuary, it should be a place where you enjoy being. Make sure that when you enter the bathroom first thing in the morning and before you go to bed at night, you leave feeling relaxed, refreshed and revitalized.