Height and thickness
The south and west walls should be higher and thicker than the north and east walls. This keeps the south-west heavy and the north-east open.
The gate
- Place the main gate in an auspicious pada, ideally in the north, east or north-east.
- The gate should be larger than the main door of the house.
- A two-panel gate opening inwards is preferred.
- Keep the gate in good condition, free of rust and noise.
Other tips
- Do not let the compound wall touch the house; leave open space all around.
- Avoid broken or cracked boundary walls.
- Paint the wall in light colours.
- Avoid a second gate exactly opposite the main gate.