How do you know the direction of the entrance door?
The orientation of the entrance door is an important consideration when buying a home, renovating it, or laying out a Feng Shui layout. The orientation of the door not only affects lighting and ventilation, but is also closely related to home feng shui. This article will introduce in detail how to determine the direction of the entrance door, and provide practical suggestions based on hot topics in the past 10 days.
1. How to determine the direction of the entrance door
1.compass measurement: Use a mobile phone compass or professional tool, stand inside the door facing outside, and record the direction of the pointer.
2.solar azimuth: Observe the direction of sunlight in the morning. East-facing doors receive direct sunlight earlier, while west-facing doors receive stronger sunlight in the afternoon.
3.Building plan: Check the drawings provided by the developer, which are usually marked with orientation information.
| towards | Features | Suitable for the crowd |
|---|---|---|
| due south | Best lighting, warm in winter and cool in summer | A family that pays attention to Feng Shui |
| due north | Soft light, cool in summer | Preference for quiet people |
| east-west direction | Daylighting time is short and shading measures are required | Homebuyers on a budget |
2. The hot topics in the past 10 days are related to the door orientation.
1.High temperature weather and western sun problem(Hot search index ★★★☆): Netizens are hotly discussing that west-facing doors consume a lot of air conditioning in summer, and it is recommended to install sunshades or choose heat-insulating glass.
2.Entrance storage design(Hot search index ★★★★): The entrance hall of a north-facing apartment is prone to moisture. Douyin’s popular video recommends the use of mold-proof material lockers.
| platform | Popular content | Related suggestions |
|---|---|---|
| The topic #small-sized foyer renovation# has been read 120 million times | East-facing doors can use mirrors to expand the sense of space | |
| little red book | "Foyer Feng Shui Avoid Pitfalls" note has 80,000 likes | Avoid doors facing the elevator shaft |
3. Optimization solutions in different directions
1.South facing door: Pay attention to wind protection in winter and install a door bucket; in summer, it is recommended to use translucent gauze curtains.
2.North facing door: Add lighting equipment and choose warm-colored doormats to enhance the feeling of warmth.
3.Special apartment type: For a house with a door facing a staircase, Feng Shui recommends setting up a screen to resolve the "dream evil".
4. Recommendation of professional tools
| Tool type | Recommended products | Accuracy |
|---|---|---|
| electronic compass | Suunto MC-2 | ±1° |
| Mobile APP | Feng Shui Compass Master | ±3° |
5. Reminder of common misunderstandings
1. Mistaking the direction of the corridor as the direction of the door. In fact, the direction of going out should prevail.
2. In duplex units, the door orientations on different floors may be different, so layered measurements are required.
3. Modern buildings have declination design, and 15° from due south to east still belongs to the south direction.
Mastering the correct method to determine door orientation, combined with the latest home trends, can make your living experience more comfortable. It is recommended to conduct an on-site inspection of the lighting conditions at different times before purchasing a house, or consult a professional Feng Shui expert for a comprehensive assessment.
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