A room is made of four walls- right? No, there is a fifth wall that makes up for an integral part of the room- the ceiling.
The length and breadth of the ceiling depends on the structure of the home. However, you can still make it Vastu compliant by following some tips. Check them here.
- The height of the ceiling should be around 10 foot. Anything that is lesser in height than this will hinder the flow of positivity in the house.
- Ceiling is known as the sky element according to Vastu Shastra principles. So, one should use colours that complement or strengthen this element. Thus, the colours that can be used are pale yellow, powder blue or shades of white. Never used dark colours on the ceiling as these may attract negativity and spread it around the house.
- Chandeliers and pendant lights are commonly chosen to lighten up the room and the décor. However, if you install these, ensure that you keep them clean always. A lamp is said to brighten all the directions. However, if the lamp itself is dirty with cob webs or dust, it does not help with bringing any positivity to the house.
See also: Bathroom design and toilet direction as per Vastu
- In case you are constructing a house on a plot of land, a ceiling with a higher centre and lower corners are considered auspicious.
- False ceiling is a trend that most people follow and opt for these days. If you have opted ensure that you maintain them with light colours and keep them clean. Also, false ceilings of irregular shapes should be avoided as per Vastu principles. Also, do not opt a sloping ceiling.
- While mirror is an important element in home décor, never use it on your ceilings. These are completely against the principles of Vastu.
FAQs
What should be the height of ceiling according to Vastu?
A ceiling should be around 10 ft to ensure positive flow of energy.
Can you use mirrors on the ceiling?
No, refrain from using mirror on ceiling as these reflect the floor and the passage.
Where should mirrors be mounted?
Mirrors should be mounted only on walls – especially ones on the north or east wall.
Should you opt for a dark green colour for the ceiling?
Dark colours are a big no for ceiling as these are believed to spread negativity.
Which elements represents the ceiling as per Vastu?
According to Vastu principles, sky element is the associated with ceiling.
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With 16+ years of experience in various sectors, of which more than ten years in real estate, Anuradha Ramamirtham excels in tracking property trends and simplifying housing-related topics such as Rera, housing lottery, etc. Her diverse background includes roles at Times Property, Tech Target India, Indiantelevision.com and ITNation. Anuradha holds a PG Diploma degree in Journalism from KC College and has done BSc (IT) from SIES. In her leisure time, she enjoys singing and travelling.
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