August 08, 2025 • HoRod

Pixiu Placement: Do’s, Don’ts, and Feng Shui Secrets

How to Place a Pair of Pixiu Figurines

1. A pair of Pixiu can be arranged in either an outward “V” shape or an inward “V” shape. The heads should always face outward, symbolizing the search for wealth.

2. If you angle them slightly—less than 15°—it is believed to attract unexpected or “windfall” wealth.

Recommended Places to Display Pixiu

1. Study or home office

2. A dry location

3. Living room – the head can face the door (but not directly toward the main entrance)

4. Diagonally facing a window

5. A quiet area, preferably away from the TV

6. The center of the home

Places Where Pixiu Should Not Be Placed

1. Although Pixiu is said to like water, avoid placing it in damp or humid areas.

2. Do not place it near garbage bins or toilets.

3. Never face it toward a mirror.

4. Do not position it so it faces your bed.

Key Placement Precautions

1. Ideally, the Pixiu’s head should face a door or window. If that’s not possible, it’s fine—but avoid pointing it directly toward the main entrance, which is traditionally regarded as the position of the God of Wealth. If it must face that way, turn it slightly to show respect. Absolutely avoid facing it toward a toilet or trash can.

2. The placement height matters—never higher than the owner’s head, or it symbolizes “looking down” on its owner, which is inauspicious.

3. Do not face the Pixiu toward the kitchen. Kitchens represent cooking, with both grease and fire—elements Pixiu symbolically dislikes. It “feeds” on gold and silver, not food, so the kitchen is not its domain. Also avoid spots where mirrors reflect it.

4. Traditionally, the best “wealth position” in a home is just to the left as you enter the main door.

5. You may offer a small glass of clean water in front of the Pixiu, but it should not be taller than the figurine.

6. Once placed, avoid moving it frequently. If it must be moved, do not touch its mouth (symbolically used for storing wealth) or its eyes (symbolically used for spotting wealth).

7. You can clean the Pixiu’s body, but avoid touching or washing its eyes. After cleaning, dry it with a soft cloth.

8. If you decide not to display it anymore, wrap it in red cloth and store it in a cabinet.

9. Do not position its head toward an aquarium or sink, as this symbolizes “wealth turning into water,” which is unlucky.

10. Avoid facing it toward seats, bedroom doors, beds, or areas where the homeowner frequently sits, rests, or works. rod

Best Time to Place a Pixiu Figurine

Pixiu is a symbol of good fortune and wealth accumulation. You can place it at any time, but for peace of mind, many choose to do so between 7:00–9:00 a.m., considered an auspicious time.

1. How many Pixiu can you have at home?
   There’s no strict limit.

2. How should restaurants place their Pixiu?
   Typically, it’s placed on the cashier’s counter, facing the entrance but never toward the kitchen or toward seated customers—otherwise it symbolically “helps the customers take the wealth away.”