How Do the Irish Hang a Horseshoe

There is a strong Irish belief that the shoes be hung upright like the ‘letter U’ to collect and store the luck inside. Other cultures believe that the shoe should be hung like an upside down ‘letter U’ so that the luck spills out and over anyone passing under it.

What is the proper way to hang a horseshoe?

Open End Up or Down? A horseshoe hung open-end up is meant to collect luck. No matter which way you hang a horseshoe, it’s designed to bring luck and prevent misfortune. Hang it open-end up to collect good luck above a doorway or on an exterior wall of a barn, home or other structure.

Where do you hang a horseshoe in your house?

The front door or doorway of a house is a great location for hanging the horseshoe. It is usually hung outside the door as a protection symbol, but there are no disadvantages of displaying it inside the door. Some people also prefer keeping the horseshoe on a wall or a window.