Vastu colours for every direction
Traditional colour and material associations by direction. Use them as a starting palette; light, well-lit rooms matter more than exact shades.
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Traditional colour and material associations by direction. Use them as a starting palette; light, well-lit rooms matter more than exact shades.
Open the interactive colour guide| Direction | Colours | Flooring and tip |
|---|---|---|
| NorthWater | Mint green Sky blue Off-whiteAvoid: Red, Dark brown | Light marble or light vitrified tilesKeep this side open and uncluttered; a small water feature or aquarium is traditionally placed here. |
| North-EastWater | Cream Pale yellow White Light blueAvoid: Red, Black, Dark grey | White or light marbleKeep it the lightest, cleanest corner of the home; avoid heavy cupboards here. |
| EastAir / Sun | Light green White Light blueAvoid: Dark grey, Black | Light wood finish or light marbleLet in morning sunlight; keep windows on this side unblocked. |
| South-EastFire | Orange Peach Pink Silver greyAvoid: Blue, Black | Granite or anti-skid tilesGood place for the stove and electrical equipment like the inverter or meter. |
| SouthFire / Earth | Coral Terracotta Warm brownAvoid: Blue, Black | Darker tiles or woodHeavier furniture and taller cupboards suit the South wall. |
| South-WestEarth | Beige Earthy yellow Clay brown PeachAvoid: Blue, Green | Stone, granite or darker tilesThe heaviest corner of the home: master bed, wardrobes and the locker go here. |
| WestSpace / Water | Grey blue White SilverAvoid: Red, Orange | Medium-tone tilesGood for children's study rooms and dining. |
| North-WestAir | White Cream Light greyAvoid: Red, Dark brown | Light tilesGood for guest rooms and short-term storage of things that move out often. |
| CentreSpace | White Cream Light yellowAvoid: Dark colours | Light marble or tiles, ideally in one pieceKeep the centre empty and bright: no pillars, heavy furniture or toilets. |