Feng shui your doormat

If you’re in need some good fortune or desperate to break a spell of bad luck, it might be time to feng shui your doormat.

The doormat you have outside your home can seriously affect your Chi. Read on to find out how your doormat could bring you tides of good fortune or, alternatively, suck all the luck from your home.

In the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui, the front door is the mouth of your home and how it looks is very, very important.

Shabby isn’t chic

A tatty old doormat shows your lack of care and attention and is bad news. Basically it will suck the luck out of your house and bring bad vibes to you and your home.

The age of your doormat is also important. Every foot-wipe deposits negative Chi on your mat, so the longer you hang on to your old doormat, the longer you’re hosting all those negative energies.

Pretty-up your Chi

A personalised, pretty doormat gives a sense of permanence to your home, even if you rent. Stepping over a bright, shiny doormat when you come in or out of your front door will make you more aware of your surroundings and feel more ‘grounded’.

An attractive, friendly doormat will also express a feeling of welcome to visitors and passers by - very important for your Chi!

Express yourself

Go for it and choose a doormat that really expresses who you are and what you love. Not only will this remind you of your personal style, it also gives a more personal welcome to visitors - very important in feng shui.

If you’re a cat lover - show it. If you’ve got a great sense of humour, share it with the world via your doormat. If you rock a moustache every month of the year and not just Movember, shout it loud and proud.

Looking for more ways to feng shui your home? Check out our ultimate guide to decluttering, room by room.