Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan — Home Feng Shui: Case 88 Upstairs Toilet Over Door

Hong Kong Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan emphasizes that the main entrance is the primary intake point for a home's qi, controlling the flow of wealth and vitality. The energy field here should be clean and unobstructed. If an upstairs toilet is situated directly above your main entrance, the sha qi and dampness from above press down on the door, forming a 'dirty qi pressing on the entrance' pattern. When auspicious qi enters through the main door, it is first polluted by the dirty qi from above before spreading throughout the house, which directly diminishes the overall qi of the residence. From a practical living standpoint, if the upstairs toilet has inadequate waterproofing, the area above the main door is susceptible to leaks, mold, and unpleasant odors, directly affecting the entry experience and the health of the occupants. (Analysis from Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's home feng shui column.)

Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan notes the main impacts include: Financial Aspect — With the main entrance (qi intake) contaminated by dirty qi, wealth qi is damaged upon entry, leading to low financial fortune, significant obstacles in earning money, difficulty in increasing income, and a propensity for financial loss or leakage. Health Aspect — As the dirty qi spreads with the incoming airflow, family members are prone to respiratory and skin conditions, a general decrease in immunity, and poor mental well-being. Conflict Aspect — The household is more likely to attract disputes and gossip, an increase in petty people, and family members may experience friction and more conflicts in external interpersonal relationships.

When purchasing a property, pay attention to the layout of the upper and lower floors. Prioritize avoiding units where an upstairs toilet is directly above your main entrance to eliminate the problem of dirty qi pressing on the door from the root. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

If already living in such a property, a sealed, moisture-proof false ceiling can be installed above the main door to create a physical barrier, buffering the downward seepage of dirty qi. Keep the ceiling clean and dry, and clean it regularly. (One of Feng Shui Master Andrew Chan's common home feng shui remedies.)

Communicate with the upstairs residents to ensure their toilet is well-waterproofed, frequently ventilated, and kept dry and clean, reducing the accumulation of dirty qi and dampness. At your own main entrance, you can place broad-leaved green plants to purify the incoming qi field. (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.