Mirrors6 min read
Mirror Placement: 10 Rules & 7 Fixes
Mirrors amplify and redirect chi. A complete guide to using them correctly in every room.
Mirrors are one of the most powerful feng shui tools — and one of the most commonly misused. They can double good energy or create problems.
10 Rules
- Never face the bed — Restless sleep, third-party energy in relationships.
- Never face the front door — Wealth that enters immediately bounces back out.
- Never face the stove — Fire energy reflected back creates volatility.
- Never cut off someone's head — A mirror that reflects a person's upper body cut off is bad for that person's energy.
- Dining room mirrors are good — Reflecting food doubles abundance.
- Living room mirrors are good — Reflecting activity doubles positive social energy.
- Keep them clean — A dusty mirror reflects unclear opportunity.
- Round shapes are safest — Water element, gentle. Sharp edges create "poison arrows."
- A cracked mirror must be replaced — Broken energy, broken luck.
- Use in dark hallways — A mirror at the end of a dark hall brings light and energy into the space.
7 Common Fixes
| Issue | Fix |
|---|
| Mirror facing bed | Move it, cover at night, or tilt down |
| Mirror facing front door | Move or angle 45 degrees so chi circulates |
| Small dark entry has no mirror | Add one to expand the space visually |
| Dining room lacks one | Add a mirror reflecting the dining table — doubles abundance |
| Closet mirror slides reflect bed | Keep closet door closed while sleeping |
| Full-length mirror in a small room | Position it so it reflects something beautiful, not the toilet or cluttered corner |