Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan — Home Feng Shui: Case 80 Tea Table Sharp Corners (Sharp Edges on Living Room Coffee Table)

Hong Kong Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's home feng shui insights point out that if a living room coffee table has sharp corners directly facing a sofa or seating area, it forms a “sharp corner sha” (尖角煞), which is a type of indoor 'form sha'. Traditional feng shui believes that sharp edges carry a cutting and attacking qi, like invisible blades, continuously emitting sha qi towards where people are seated, disturbing the local energy field. From a practical home safety perspective, sharp corners can easily cause bumps and scratches, significantly increasing the risk of accidental injury, especially for those with limited mobility such as the elderly and children. (Analysis from Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's home feng shui column.)

Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan notes the main impacts include: Family Relationships — Increased disputes and gossip, family members are prone to arguments and disagreements, leading to frequent conflicts and a tense family atmosphere. Health and Safety — Prone to accidental injuries such as bumps and scratches; corresponding body parts may develop chronic pain. Long-term exposure can affect overall well-being. Fortune and Luck — The continuous cutting of qi can hinder family members' luck, leading to setbacks in endeavors and an increase in petty people and disputes. Master Andrew Chan advises addressing this promptly.

Choose a coffee table with a round, oval, or rounded-corner design. This eliminates sharp edges at the root, aligning with feng shui principles and enhancing home safety, especially suitable for families with elderly members or children. This is the most effective solution according to Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

If replacing the coffee table is not an option, use a thick tablecloth, anti-collision strips, or soft padding to completely cover the sharp corners. This softens the sharp sensation and buffers the impact of the sha qi. This method is often recommended by Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan for practical reasons. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

Place lush, broad-leaf green plants in front of the coffee table's sharp corners. The vibrant energy of the plants can soften the sharp sha qi, while also beautifying the space and purifying the air. Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan often suggests this as a complementary approach. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

Every home's layout, orientation and residents' Bazi differ, so generic remedies can only be a reference. Call or WhatsApp +852 5530 3000 (Assistant Ms. Chiu will answer your call) or add WeChat chanfachai to book an on-site audit with Master Chan. Address: Room 2103, 21/F, Prosper Commercial Building, 9 Yin Chong Street, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong.