Feng Shui Ruler and Main Door of Housing Board Flat.

[Cecil Lee]

1. In Singapore, this fact is not widely recognized or publicized.

2. When I first began practicing Feng Shui many years ago, I was fascinated by the auspicious measurements of the main entrance doors in the First Generation HDB flats.

3. Disregarding the grille gate of this particular home, the width of the entrance is considered auspicious according to the Feng Shui Ruler. Even when taking into account the support frames on both sides of the main door, it remains auspicious.

4. The origins of this phenomenon are unknown. It is possible that it occurred unintentionally. It is likely that a Chinese furniture maker or manufacturer was assigned to design an entrance door and decided to base it on the measurements of the imperial Feng Shui ruler.

5. In the 2nd generation of HDB flats, there are single leaf doors that measure 35 inches, as well as larger doors with two leaves: one leaf is 42 inches and the other is smaller. The 42-inch measurement is still considered auspicious according to the Feng Shui ruler.

6. The height of the door is influenced by the type of floor tiles used, resulting in varying heights. Some homes in the past could only afford cement screed for the entire home, while others opted for thicker terrazzo tiles, mosaic, and even ceramic tiles.

7. The height, in terms of the Feng Shui ruler, is of lesser importance as the width is often the focal point for Qi.

8. Therefore, many homes with partitions often opt for either 42 inches or a maximum of 49 3/4 inches. Some partitions may have a smaller width of 35 inches.

9. In newer generation flats, particularly those built after the 1980s, a partition size of 42 inches will cover the main door, as the smaller leaf door is rarely opened.

10. The size of the main door should be determined based on the Feng Shui ruler (or the imperial carpentry ruler).

9.1. For a small apartment, such as the 1st generation HDB flats, a single leaf door should be 35 inches in total width.

9.2. Other widths to consider are 42 inches and 49 3/4 inches.

The older generation - a single leaf door

 

[Cecil Lee]

It is probable that the Singapore government did not prioritize the implementation of Feng Shui friendly main entrance doors and door frames during that period, in my view.

The HDB architects likely consulted door suppliers and received specific specifications.

Alternatively, building contractors may have taken the initiative, resulting in the installation of Feng Shui friendly doors.

Currently, numerous door manufacturers are fabricating doors based on the architects' requirements, favoring the metric system utilized in Singapore and adhering to the prevailing building regulations.

This results in main doors typically being 1 meter or 80cm in width.

[Cecil Lee]

Several individuals posing as Feng Shui Masters are, in reality, salespeople operating under the guise of a Feng Shui Store. It is important to understand that their primary objective is solely focused on selling products and making profits.

Do I have to purchase from you?

[Cecil Lee]

[Cecil Lee]

What is the appearance of a standard Feng Shui Ruler? Where can one purchase it?

Says "WOOD 5.0, 6.5, 7.5 or 8.0"

Numerous HDB neighborhoods feature hardware stores that offer Feng Shui rulers.

For e.g. on the second floor of a particular hardware shop located at Vista Point Woodlands.

Note:
Kindly be advised that at the time of your perusal of this material, a significant number of years have already passed.
Uncertain whether the information contained herein remains current.

[Cecil Lee]

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