Vastu Tips for North Direction - Avoid Ceramic/Earthen Ware in the North
Boost Career & Financial Flow
The North direction in Vastu Shastra is governed by Lord Kuber (the God of wealth) and planet Mercury. It is considered highly auspicious when balanced properly, as it controls career growth, financial opportunities, and prosperity. When this direction is clutter-free and energized correctly, it enhances the flow of wealth and supports success in professional life.
Importance of the North Direction
North represents progress and income. It’s connected to business, communication, and learning. A well-maintained north direction can bring financial gains, smooth career paths, and better decision-making ability.
Ideal Placement in North
Living Room or drawing room
Entrance (if possible) – very auspicious
Study or home office for career focus
Temple (only if North-East is not available)
Garden or green plants for prosperity
Avoid in the North
Toilets or bathrooms
Heavy storage or clutter
Overhead water tanks
Dustbins or unused electronic items
Kitchen (can disturb financial stability)
Common Vastu Defects & Remedies
Defect: Toilet in North
Remedy: Place a Vastu pyramid on the wall and use green color shades in the toilet décor.
Defect: Clutter or storage
Remedy: Remove blockage and use a green mat or plant to activate energy.
Defect: Kitchen in the North
Remedy: Use a mirror on the north wall to reflect prosperity back and place a money plant in a green pot.
Recommended Enhancers for North Direction
Place a Mercury Yantra or Kuber Yantra
Use green-colored curtains or cushions
Keep a money plant or bamboo plant in water
Install a small indoor fountain or water scenery
The north of the house is of ‘Water’
element and in the destructive cycle of elements, the earth element destroys water. Hence, ceramic or earthenware should not be kept in this area of your house, as this is
harmful to the water energy of this area and as such can affect your ‘career’ negatively.
Items made of crystal ware and chandeliers made of lead glass crystal, are also not to be placed, I this area of north.
Genuine quartz crystal balls, are also not be hung in this area.
