There’s no denying the entrance of the house is the energy pathway of the house, and how you keep your entrance can decode the peace, postivity and harmony of the house. According to the books of Vastu Shastra, it is believed that regular cleansing of the house entrance with alum or simply keeping an alum can change the aura of the house. Read on to find out…Why should you keep Alum at the entrance of the house?According to the books of Vastu shastra, it is believed that keeping alum (fitkari or phitkari) at your house entrance acts as a powerful Vastu remedy to absorb negative energies, evil eye (nazar), and Vastu doshas. It works like a crystal that acts as a crystal shield and promotes positivity, financial stability, and protection without structural changes.
Absorbs negative vibrationsAlum, also called fitkari, is a powerful thing that holds the power to harness cosmic energies and help to remove the negative energies around the entrance and main door that draws in and neutralize incoming sha chi or hostile energies from visitors or surroundings, preventing them from permeating living spaces.Wards off evil eyeAs a traditional antidote to nazar dosh, Alum has the power to break the cycle of envy-induced misfortune, especially crucial in high-traffic entrances where external gazes linger.
Corrects vastu defectsHanging or positioning alum in a glass jar at the entry can rectify subtle directional flaws, balancing planetary influences like Saturn (Shani) for smoother energy flow that attracts positivity and harmony. Family peaceA simple way to ensure peace and harmony in the house is to keep alum at the door to foster emotional stability, reducing arguments or unrest triggered by stagnant energy and creating a serene welcome for all household members.Improves health and sleepAlum’s antiseptic properties scientifically cleanse air while spiritually repelling nightmares or illnesses entering via the door, ensuring restful nights.Simple maintenance ritualReplace discolored alum weekly as it shifts signals after absorbing negativity and then dispose of it outdoors, refreshing the protective barrier effortlessly.
