Staircase in the north-east as per Vastu
The 16-zone school splits this area into 3 zones: NNE avoid (severity 4 of 5), NE avoid (severity 4 of 5), ENE neutral. The traditional 8-direction school rates NE avoid (severity 4 of 5).
These rules are a draft rule set, pending review by our consultants. Treat them as a guide, not a verdict.
What each school says
16-zone school
| Zone | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| NNE | Avoid (4 of 5) | Stairs add weight to the north zones, which are kept light. |
| NE | Avoid (4 of 5) | Stairs add weight to the north zones, which are kept light. |
| ENE | Neutral | No rule for a staircase in this zone. |
Traditional 8-direction school
| Zone | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| NE | Avoid (4 of 5) | Stairs add weight to the north-east, which is kept light. |
Which staircase counts
This applies to a staircase inside the home, as in a duplex, a villa or a row house. In a flat, the building's common staircase is outside your unit, and the check reads only the rooms you tag inside it.
Check North before you act
A staircase near a zone line can cross into the next zone if North is off by 10 to 15 degrees. Confirm North before you spend money on any remedy: how to find North.
First steps
These are the same first steps the report shows for this finding, cheapest first. None of them involve products.
- Keep the space under the stairs clear. Do not use it to store discarded items.
- Light the staircase well on every flight.
A consultant reviews the whole plan and gives the complete set of remedies for your home. Consult our Vastu experts.
Questions people ask
Is a staircase in the north-east a Vastu dosh?
The 16-zone school splits this area into 3 zones: NNE avoid (severity 4 of 5), NE avoid (severity 4 of 5), ENE neutral. The traditional 8-direction school rates NE avoid (severity 4 of 5).
What are the first remedies for a staircase in the north-east?
Start with the steps that cost nothing or very little: Keep the space under the stairs clear. Do not use it to store discarded items. Light the staircase well on every flight. A consultant gives the full set for your home.
Does a staircase in the north-east need to be rebuilt?
At plan stage, move the staircase to the south or west side of the home.
More on this room: Vastu for the staircase.