When designing a new home, it is common for individuals to plan the direction of their bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, etc., as per the principles of Vastu. By doing so, they can ensure a harmonious atmosphere within their home, which can lead to a life full of happiness, wealth and good health.

In this regard, it is also crucial to set the main door direction as per Vastu.

Keep reading to learn why it is important, the Vastu recommended main door directions for houses based on their faces, tips for home entrances, and more.

According to the principles of Vastu Shastra, the main door serves as an entry point for prosperity and positive energy. When positioned correctly, it facilitates the harmonious integration of the five elements - air, water, fire, earth, and space - ensuring a balanced flow of energy throughout the house.

This can positively impact the occupants' emotional well-being, creating an overall atmosphere of happiness, peace, and security.

To find the direction of your house to check Vastu for its entry, follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Stand at your home’s main door.

Step 2: Take a compass and identify the North direction.

Step 3: Ensure that you are looking outward, facing away from the house.

Now,

• If you face South, your house is south-facing,
  
• If you face North, it is north-facing,
  
• If you face West, it is west-facing, and
  
• If you face East, it is east-facing.
  

Following are the recommended main door directions as per Vastu based on the direction the house is facing:

1. Direction of Main Door for East-facing House as per Vastu

Vastu recommends placing the main door between the East and North East for east-facing properties. Although the East is not an ideal location for the main door, it can enhance the occupants’ power and add to the house’s festivity.

In such cases, you must ensure the main door is in the middle, at the fifth pada. If it is placed towards the Northeast or Southeast, it can attract negative energies.

2. Direction of Main Door for West-facing House as per Vastu

Regarding West-facing plots, Vastu experts suggest placing the main door between the West and South-West. This will help the occupants benefit from wealth, prosperity, and financial gains.

However, you should avoid positioning the main door between the West and North West as it is inauspicious and can attract negative vibes.

3. Direction of Main Door for North-facing House as per Vastu

Vastu Shastra experts favour north-facing properties, as this direction is associated with Lord Kubera and acts like a magnet for wealth and financial gains.

4. Direction of Main Door for South-facing House as per Vastu

South-facing properties are not considered auspicious, as per Vastu. The South direction can now be divided into nine equal parts (or padas) from the South East to South West.

If you do not have an option other than a south-facing home, it is recommended that you build the main door at the fourth pada, facing either the East or North. If that's impossible, consider the first, second, or third pada.

5. Direction of the Main Door for the North-East-facing House as per Vastu

In northeast-facing properties, the main door can be placed in the northeast, east, or west directions.

North East is the most promising direction for positioning your main door. Due to its exposure to the morning sun, this direction derives an immense amount of energy, which can add vitality to the house and its occupants.

Moreover, if you place it in the Northeast, please ensure a 6-inch gap between the main door and the wall. The door must also open clockwise.

6. Direction of the Main Door for the South-East-facing House as per Vastu

For southeast-facing properties, placing the main door in the southeast direction is considered inauspicious. Thus, Vastu experts recommend positioning the main door facing the northeast.

Furthermore, you should avoid constructing lifts or staircases in front of the main door to avoid Vastu doshas related to family conflicts and health issues.

7. Direction of the Main Door for the North-West-facing House as per Vastu

In the case of north-west-facing properties, the main door should be placed facing the North or North-West. In this regard, the North is considered the most auspicious direction. However, choosing the North-West will enable occupants to benefit from the evening sun and prosperity.

Additionally, the door must open clockwise and be bigger than the other doors in the house. Moreover, you should avoid placing the main door in the North-East or South-West directions in such properties, as this can lead to financial and nerve-related issues.

8. Direction of the Main Door for the South-West-facing House as per Vastu

For southwest-facing properties, it is not recommended to position the main door in the South-West direction. Although this direction is associated with wealth, it can lead to several misfortunes.

For such houses, the main doors should always be placed in the east, north, or northeast. Furthermore, the front door should have an internal lane connecting the living room to the main entrance.

Now, it may only sometimes be possible to maintain the main door direction as per Vastu. Thus, here are some solutions which can help you avoid Vastu doshas without having to make any architectural changes:

Remedies for South East Facing Main Doors

If your main door faces southeast, Vastu experts recommend hanging brown or dark red curtains near the entrance. Additionally, placing 9 red carnelian gemstones at the southeast-facing gate can help reduce negative effects on the property.

Also, it is suggested that Vastu pyramids be placed on the main door. One must be placed at the top of the centre of the main entrance, while two others must be positioned on either side of the door.

Remedies for South West Facing Main Doors

For south-west-facing main doors, Vastu suggests painting or placing stickers of holy symbols like Swastika, Om, and Trishul on the top and sides of the main door.

Painting the Gayatri Mantra on the main door and a picture or a small statue of Panchamukhi Hanumanji (in a standing position with his gada in his left hand) on the top of the main door’s centre are also ideal solutions.

Moreover, occupants can paint the eastern corner walls in darker shades. This will help them resolve issues related to health, finances, and professional and personal life imbalances.

Also, dark shades of red can be an excellent choice to revive lost stability in the family.

Remedies for North West Facing Main Doors

If your main door faces the northwest, Vastu experts recommend placing holy symbols like Trishul, Om, or Swastik at either side of the entrance. Additionally, planting tulsi and mint plants in the Northwest direction will help attract good energy.

Consider placing Vastu pyramids on the top and both sides of the entrance to ward off negative energies.

General Guidelines as per Vastu

1. Use wooden doors for your home's entrance. It is the most promising material in this regard, as per Vastu and can correct any doshas related to the direction of your main door.
   
2. If the main door opens in an anti-clockwise direction, three clockwise copper pyramid arrows should be placed to rectify the defect.
   
3. The main doors of the two houses must not face each other. If they do, the occupants need to draw a Swastika with red kum kum to remove Vastu dosha.
   
4. If the kitchen faces the house’s main door, hanging a small crystal between them can help remove negative effects.
   

Here are some tips for home entrances as per Vastu:

• If you have a flat, place a wooden nameplate at the entrance. It can help attract positive energy, benefiting your family's well-being.
  
• Place a threshold at your home’s entrance to keep negative energies at bay.
  
• Position a mirror at a right angle to your main door to reflect positivity into the house.
  
• Keep plants, succulents and vines inside and outside the door to maintain a peaceful atmosphere in your home. However, according to Vastu, please avoid cacti or other thorny plants as they are not ideal.
  

Mentioned below are some of the do’s and don’ts for Vastu for home entrance:

Do’s for Home Entrance

• Consider using soft colours for your door, like white, yellow, pink or other pastel shades.
  
• Hang wind chimes or bells at either side of the main door to attract positive energy.
  
• Keep the entrance well-lit and clutter-free.
  
• The main door should always be bigger than other house doors.
  
• Ensure all fixtures like hinges and doorknobs are in good condition to prevent energy leaks.    
  
• Draw rangolis or other welcoming symbols to attract positive energy.
  

Don’ts for Home Entrance

• Avoid having three parallel doors to the main entrance. This Vastu dosha can negatively impact your family’s happiness. 
  
• The door should not make any noise while opening or closing, as it can interfere with the home's energy flow.
  
• It should not be blocked with shoe racks or other items.
  
• Refrain from placing animal statues or water bodies near the entrance.
  

Thus, before buying property or making the architectural plan for your new home, it is essential that you set the main door direction according to Vastu. If it is not in the recommended directions, you can consider other property options or implement the solutions mentioned in this guide.

Furthermore, you should consider consulting a Vastu expert before deciding.