Diwali Vastu Tips: Avoid these mistakes during Diwali cleaning, learn the rules of Vastu
- bySudha Saxena
- 23 Oct, 2026
On the occasion of Diwali, Goddess Lakshmi resides in the home. According to religious beliefs, where there is cleanliness, Goddess Lakshmi resides there. When cleaning for Diwali, certain things should be kept in mind. According to Vastu Shastra, cleaning on Diwali means not only removing dust and dirt, but also removing Vastu defects. According to Vastu, even a small mistake made during cleaning can result in financial loss. Learn about the Vastu-related things to keep in mind during Diwali cleaning.
Rules Related to Brooms
According to Vastu Shastra, people often make the biggest mistake of buying a new broom on Diwali. Instead of buying a new broom on Diwali, it is considered auspicious to buy a broom on Dhanteras. This symbolizes the arrival of new prosperity in the home and the removal of bad energy. Do not keep old and damaged brooms in the house. Always take them out on Saturday or the new moon day. Do not throw them in the gutter or garbage bin. Keep them with respect in a clean place.
Remove heavy items from your home.
During Diwali cleaning, energy can become blocked beneath large and heavy objects like sofas, cupboards, or beds, hindering your work. Therefore, shake these items slightly while cleaning and thoroughly remove any dust that may accumulate beneath them. This awakens hidden energy in the home and can also help bring back stuck money.
Remove broken or unopened clocks from your home.
During Diwali cleaning, remove broken clocks from your home. A broken clock can hinder your chances of success. A broken clock can hinder your career and financial progress. If the watch's battery is dead, replace it. However, be careful not to keep a broken clock in the house.
Clean spider webs in the house properly
While cleaning the house, it is important to remove spider webs from the corners and ceiling. While cleaning the house, it is very important to remove spider webs from the ceiling. According to Vastu Shastra, removing spider webs from the house directly reduces negative energy and the negative effects of Rahu. If spider webs are not removed, negative energy can increase. Also, do not allow old wood and dirt to accumulate on the ceiling of the house.
Remove
damaged or non-functional items from your home. Keeping such items in the home can increase the influence of Rahu and Ketu and lead to financial problems. Before Diwali, throw away broken items, old newspapers, old books, torn or broken utensils, slippers, and old, worn-out shoes. Before Diwali, throw away broken electronic items, faulty cables, old, defective chargers, etc.
Repaint the walls.
If your home's paint has deteriorated significantly, repaint it before Diwali. According to Vastu experts, it's best to avoid using very dark colors in your home. If you prefer, choose lighter colors like off-white or cream. These colors bring peace to the home and are considered most auspicious for the arrival and blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
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