Master bedroom Vastu: best direction, defects and remedies
The master bedroom belongs to the head of the family. Vastu places it in the South-West, the heavy and stable earth zone, which is linked to sound sleep, a strong relationship and financial stability. Here is how each direction is rated for the main bedroom.
At a glance
- Best
- South-West
- Acceptable (minor defect)
- North, East, South, West and North-West
- Avoid (major defect)
- North-East, South-East and Centre
Master bedroom in each direction
North
Minor defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
North-East
Major defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
East
Minor defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
South-East
Major defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
South
Minor defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
South-West
GoodSouth-West is the earth zone. It gives the head of the family stability and sound sleep.
West
Minor defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
North-West
Minor defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
Centre (Brahmasthan)
Major defectThis zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal.
Affects: Relationships, Wealth
Remedies if your master bedroom is in the wrong direction
Start with the simple remedies. Bigger changes are mainly for homes that are still being designed.
Master bedroom in the North-East
Simple · no tools needed
Sleep with your head to the South
Place the bed so that you sleep with your head towards the South. Keep the room light and uncluttered.
Moderate · some work
Move heavy furniture to the South-West
Keep wardrobes and heavy furniture along the South and West walls of the room.
Structural · walls or doors
Swap rooms
Consider using the South-West room as the master bedroom and this room for prayer, study or children.
Master bedroom in the South-East
Simple · no tools needed
Calm colours
Use calm colours such as light green or cream and avoid red in the bedroom.
Moderate · some work
Bed in the room's South-West
Place the bed in the South-West part of the room with your head towards the South.
Structural · walls or doors
Swap rooms
Consider using the South-West room as the master bedroom.
For any other direction that isn't ideal
Simple · no tools needed
Head to the South
Sleep with your head towards the South and keep heavy furniture on the South-West side.
Placement tips
Sleep with your head towards the South or East. Keep the bed out of the line of the door and avoid a mirror facing the bed.
Suggested colours
Earthy tones: beige, light brown, soft peach
Common questions
Which direction is best for the master bedroom as per Vastu?
The best direction is South-West. Acceptable, with a minor defect: North, East, South, West and North-West. Treated as a major defect, so best avoided: North-East, South-East and Centre.
Is a master bedroom in the North-East bad?
In Vastu, yes. This zone is not suited to the main bedroom. South-West is ideal. It is treated as a major defect. The remedies above can ease it, and many need no demolition.
Can I fix a master bedroom Vastu defect without breaking walls?
Usually, yes. Simple remedies such as changing which way you face, moving heavy items, colours and keeping the area clean can be done today. Moving rooms, doors or walls is mainly for homes still being designed or renovated.
How can I check the master bedroom in my own home?
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