At the beginning of February each year, it coincides with the Chinese New Year festival, during which Thai people of Chinese descent pay respects to deities and ancestors to enhance the auspiciousness for the household. Additionally, one of the things that must be done during this festival is to clean or renovate and decorate the house thoroughly, as it is believed to eliminate the bad things from the past year in preparation for welcoming good things in the new year.
However, many people may not have known before that simple cleaning or decorating the house has tips that can help enhance luck and attract good fortune exponentially, and that method is painting various parts of the house anew. Auspicious colors will help enhance luck, transform bad into good, and lighten heavy burdens.
Renovate and paint to enhance fortune in various parts of the house
When painting the house, many people may only envision painting the walls, which seems like a big task, but in reality, there are many areas in the house that we can repaint, such as the house fence, exterior and interior walls, roof, doors, furniture, or even the altar for deities, etc.
Paint the fence, paint the walls, paint the doors
The house fence the walls of the house, or the doors of the house are among the very first areas before entering the house that are very important. According to Feng Shui principles, if the fence or wall is strong and beautiful, it will promote the health of the people in the house as well. Sometimes we may neglect it, leaving it until problems arise such as rust, cracks, mold, or peeling and faded paint that loses its beauty.
When painting the fence or repainting the wall, the key is to choose the right type of paint suitable for the surface, as using the wrong type of paint will definitely lead to problems.
- Iron fences, iron doors are generally popular to be painted with oil-based paint, and a rust-inhibiting primer must always be applied first. One application may take more than 10 hours to dry, but nowadays there is 2 In 1 oil-based paint or what many people refer to as 2 In 1 metal paint made from acrylic and mixed with primer in the can, which can dry in 30 minutes, making painting metal much easier now.
- Wood fences, wood doors If it is real wood and you want to showcase the wood grain, it is recommended to use a translucent type of paint, such as WoodStain But if you want to completely cover the wood grain, you can use opaque wood paint, such as Beger ColourShield However, if it is synthetic wood, it is recommended to use paint for synthetic wood (Fiber Cement) Especially, it is more suitable. The wood pattern overlay can also use oil-based paint or 2 In 1 metal paint.
- Cement wall It is recommended to use acrylic paint and always apply a primer on old cement first to help the topcoat adhere better to the surface, ensuring beauty and durability for maximum effectiveness.
However, some homes may not have a fence or wall as they are commercial buildings, but instead have a retractable steel door, which can also use the same painting principles as those for steel fences.
Painting the house roof
The roof of the house is like the crown of the house, standing out majestically, and it helps protect the house from sunlight and rain, allowing us to live in peace and happiness, bringing prosperity and stability. A red-toned roof is very suitable for people with a fire element.
When painting the roof, one should choose colors that are auspicious for the residents to receive coolness and prosperity throughout the year. It is also important to select high-quality paint for maximum protective efficiency, ensuring the roof’s beauty lasts long. It is recommended to use high-quality multipurpose roof paint like Synotex RoofPaint which helps withstand weather conditions for many years.
Painting the exterior and interior walls of the house
Renovating the house, whether exterior walls or interior walls helps enhance vibrancy and invites good fortune for the house and its residents. The brightness and energy of red tones stimulate creativity and inspire work. Using bright colors can also enhance the liveliness of various corners of the house, such as the living room, lounge, or office.
The important thing is to prepare the surface properly and choose the appropriate primer to ensure the topcoat adheres well to the walls. One should choose a primer for old cement like Beger Pro Quick B-1900 Primer or a multipurpose primer suitable for old cement like Beger Rain Quick Primer B-2900 water-based, or Beger Water Block Primer B-3100 oil-based, to eliminate the problem of paint peeling.
For the topcoat for both interior and exterior, it is recommended to use BegerCool paint, which helps reflect heat and UV rays, making the house cooler and more peaceful, giving homeowners peace of mind and allowing for a happy life while also saving on electricity costs, eliminating financial worries throughout the year. If homeowners want longer-lasting durability, it is recommended to use BegerCool Diamond Shield 15 which will enhance the durability of the house for over 15 years.
Painting Furniture and Home Decor
Similar to painting a fence, choosing paint for furniture must suit the surface characteristics. Furniture paint, such as table paint, cabinet paint, and chair paint, can make those items look new, as if welcoming new things into the home. Moreover, if you choose auspicious colors that match your fortune, it will further enhance your luck.
- Painting Wooden Furniture If you want to showcase the wood grain, you can use polyurethane wood paint, such as Beger Polyurethane 1K Supreme Outdoor or clear lacquer spray coatings, such as Beger Clear Gloss Lacquer L-5000 in glossy finish and Beger Matt Clear Lacquer L-5500 in matte finish. Alternatively, if you want to cover it completely, you can use opaque paints like alkyd oil, acrylic oil paint, or use opaque lacquer spray, such as Beger Industrial Lacquer
- Painting Metal Furniture Typically, it is popular to spray with opaque lacquer, such as various lacquer shades or gold lacquer Beger Super Gold because lacquer dries faster than regular oil paint. You could also use glossy acrylic oil paint mixed with rust-inhibiting primer that dries similarly and provides a beautiful matte color in a minimalist style.
Painting the Tii Joo Eah
Tii Joo Eah is the shrine of the house spirit, the abode of the earth god. It is believed that he will bring good fortune and happiness to the homeowner and family. In some homes, the colors of the Tii Joo Eah may fade or become dull over time, especially the gold color that may not shine as brightly as when first purchased.
The Tii Joo Eah shrine consists of a roof, a base, and decorative elements, which may be made of various materials including wood, metal, marble, or resin, with red or gold as the main colors. Therefore, repainting can follow similar principles as painting furniture, but it may require more precision since some areas may need to be painted with a small brush or can be sprayed.
For those who prefer simplicity, it is recommended to use a 2IN1 steel gloss paint like BegerShield Griptech 2IN1 or BegerShield Griptech 2IN1 RustProof A formula without thinner that has rust-proof primer properties built in. It can be used on all types of surfaces, including home fences, indoor furniture, or even for decorative items.
Lucky Home Color: Which Color to Choose for Good Fortune?
Many people may think that the colorsred, yellow, and gold are auspicious colors during the Chinese New Year, which is correct. The three colors mentioned are considered the most auspicious in Chinese culture. However, it does not mean that other colors are not auspicious. According to the Chinese theory of the five elements, which include earth, water, fire, metal, and wood, it is recommended to choose shades based on one’s birth element associated with the zodiac year. If you choose to use colors that enhance fortune according to these elements, it can also bring auspiciousness and reduce the severity of the year of conflict.
- People born under the earth element include those born in the years of the Ox, Dragon, Goat, and Dog.
It is recommended to use shades of brown or light yellow. - People born under the water element include those born in the years of the Rat and Pig.
It is recommended to use shades of blue, indigo, navy, or you may match some parts with black. - People born under the fire element. This includes people born in the Year of the Snake and the Year of the Horse.
It is recommended to use red or orange - for people born under the Metal element, which includes those born in the Year of the Monkey and the Year of the Rooster.
It is recommended to use white which may include smoky white and light tone colors - for people born under the Wood element, which includes those born in the Year of the Tiger and the Year of the Rabbit.
It is recommended to use green tones.
Renovating your home for the Chinese New Year not only brings auspicious luck but also guarantees a change in the atmosphere of your home. Your home will look new and more beautiful, making it a more pleasant place to live. If you apply the principles of auspicious home decoration that we have recommended, it will further enhance your fortune and help turn a challenging year into a year of good luck.
