The Quick And Easy Way To Create A Feng Shui Kitchen
By Glen Lim
Very quickly you can create a feng shui kitchen by examining a few key concepts of feng shui. I will discuss how you can use feng shui colors and feng shui elements to do that. And then I will discuss what you should take note of - the placement of the stove.
Balancing the Feng Shui Elements A quick check and you may realize that your kitchen should more or less be in a balanced state. All the heat, fire and cooking turn this place into one with strong fire element.
But it is balanced off by the wood element (as in the wooden cabinet), water element (as in water from the tap), earth element (as in the earthenware such as clay pots) and metal element (as in the metal utensils)
Perhaps the main consideration is the choice of color for the wall.
Choosing the Right Feng Shui Colors My strongest recommendation is to go for white color. White is also the metal element, which goes well with the strong fire element of this place. Metal element can diminish the strong fire element in this place.
Keep away from red (fire element) and green (wood element), since it adds to the fire element in this area. Also stay away from black or dark blue (water element) as it clashes with the fire element.
However splashes of these feng shui colors are fine. Remember feng shui is always about balancing. Not overwhelming or lacking of certain elements.
Harnessing the Power of Feng Shui Crystals You may like to add chrysoprase crystal to this place. This crystal has a calming effect and brings tolerance to this exciting room. Another good crystal will be moss agate which symbolizes growth, sustainability, and prosperity.
Stove Placement The heart of the kitchen is the stove and much emphasis is placed on its positioning.
Take note that that the stove,
- Should not be directly in line with the front door.
- Should not be positioned directly under the window as it lacks support. If relocation is not possible then keep the blinds down while cooking.
- Should not be place directly beside the fridge or sink since this creates a direct clash of the water and fire elements. You may place green crystals between them to act as a moderator.
- Should be placed away from the direct line of door.
- If you live in a 2 story building, ensure the stove is not placed directly below the lavatory.
- Should not face the toilet.
So what's next? Get off your seat, go into your kitchen and do a quick check. Are you violating any of these feng shui kitchen rules?
  
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