A Beginner’s Guide to Feng Shui Wall Mirrors

Happy homes thrive on having proper feng shui techniques. The Oval and Round Mirrors Store offers helpful advice about selecting functional feng shui strategies that are easy to incorporate into dorm rooms, apartments and houses. Before hanging wall mirrors and general accessories, it is important to understand that feng shui relies on yin and yang, which promotes restorative balance. To help provide a visual concept of yin and yang when decorating spaces, this simple chart will help.

Yin	Yang
Dark	Bright
Cold	Hot
Heavy	Light
Soft	Hard
Wet	Dry
Feminine	Masculine
Passive	Active
Still	Moving
Winter	Summer
Moon	Sun
Valley	Mountain
Below	Above
Right	Left
Down	Up
Back	Front
In	Out
Odd Numbers	Even Numbers
Blues & Greens	Warm Red Tones
Interior	Exterior
Gardens	Houses
Empty Space	Solid Structure
Curved	Geometric

Feng shui is a for a Chinese balance, helping people regain control over their physical environments while promoting well-being and harmony. Decorators that practice feng shui believe that everyone and everything has an energy, which is known as chi. They believe the arrangement of objects and items within the home can help promote positive or negative energies that affect people’s everyday activities.

Many people believe the concept of feng shui is too overwhelming; however, the leading belief simply involves seeking balance between both yin and yang. This includes every object within the home, whether it is a wall mirror, bed, laptop, garbage bins, books, accessories, etc.

Bedrooms

A bed that is placed in a positive area of the room offers health benefits, better sleep and additional peace of mind. Beds should be located in a diagonal position opposite the door. Feet should never point directly at the door and when someone is in bed, he/she should have a clear view of the entire room, including the door. The bed needs to be near the wall, which helps serve as a grounding element.

Desk

Just because there may be extra space in a bedroom, does not mean it is healthy and balanced to have an office in a sleeping area. Position desks in a room and in a location that demands power. This allows for clear thinking, while providing someone with a clear view of the entire room. It is best to avoid placing the back against the door or a large window. These actually drain energy. If desks must be in bedrooms, invest in a folding screen to help separate these two areas.

Lighting

Early risers should opt for bedrooms that face the east and late risers, west facing spaces. This helps to maximize energy. For rooms that lack natural lighting, opt for incandescent or warm-color lamps. In yang, light represents energy, which also has an impact on inspiration and happiness.

Window Treatments

Feng shui experts recommend soft fabric shades or curtains over metal, wood or plastic, which helps promote privacy and a comforting environment.

Clutter

Clutter is one of the first areas to begin cleaning house when integrating feng shui design elements and techniques. Organized spaces help energy flow and maintain a peaceful environment.

Artwork

People do not have to have original designer works of art to practice feng shui techniques. It is best to remove items that are negative reminders, such as failed relationships or projects, which can deplete positive energies.

Electronics

Electronics emit minor currents that are believed to disrupt sleep patterns. Move technology devices away from the bed, preferably at a distance of two feet or more.

Plants

Plants are living, oxygen boosting organisms. In Chinese traditions, plants help promote good luck, prosperity and growth. Bamboo is an easy beginning starter plant.

Mirrors

Feng shui elements believe that mirrors should not be in bedroom areas. Mirrors serve as double duty. Move floor length mirrors so they situate behind closet doors or at a minimum, just not facing the bed. Mirrors are excellent in other areas of the home, promoting additional natural light, highlighting artwork and other home elements. Consider investing in custom mirrors or contemporary mirrors for a more modern appearance.

Color

Color is determined by birthdates, which defines five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal or water. Several websites explain these mathematical formulas and how they relate to determining personal elements.

For people that are fire, green helps balance their personalities. Wood can help harmonizes spaces with blue. Orange and yellow promote cheerfulness. Lavender and blue can help relieve and sooth stress. Overall, earth tones are best for achieve peace and stability.

The Oval and Round Mirror stores offer a wide selection of round mirrors, oval mirrors, rectangle mirrors and custom size and style mirrors. They can help select mirrors that reflect proper feng shui colors.

References:

http://greatist.com/happiness/ultimate-beginners-guide-feng-shui

http://roomforinspo.com/feng-shui/