The house that Jack built. How does an Englishman's dwelling differ from our apartments
Traveling the world, my spouse and I often encountered differences in everyday life. What are the multi-button toilets in Japan or family cemeteries in the backyard of Abkhaz villages?
Great Britain, a country of centuries-old traditions, is no exception. There are many unusual details in the arrangement of the houses of the inhabitants of Foggy Albion.
Lack of water mixers
In English homes, you can often find a sink or bathtub equipped with separate taps for hot and cold water. The sink comes with a stopper.
It is understood that you need to mix the required amount of liquid, and then wash your face and brush your teeth with the same water. Only after the end of the procedures, drain the water.
A similar scheme of procedures for the bath. This is a direct reflection of the thrifty nature of the islanders.
This method seemed to us too archaic and not convenient, and rinsing several times with the same water is not very hygienic.
External sewerage and water supply.
Many citizens of the United Kingdom live in historic buildings. Aged 100 or more. Of course, in past years there was no talk of a central water supply and sewerage system. Therefore, it is not uncommon to see pipes running along the outer wall of the house.
It looks especially curious in buildings above 2 floors. Where the plumber needs not only an adjustable wrench, but also an industrial one. climbing equipment.
A different kind of electrical outlets and plugs
The voltage and current strength in England is the same as in Russia. But the socket and plug are three-pin. Not only + and -, but also grounding. Each outlet comes with an individual switch.
Traveling around Britain, we stocked up with a special adapter. They are sold in almost every hardware store in the country.
High safety standards
All houses, without exception, are equipped with a fire protection system, test checks are performed weekly. During our trip, we changed several houses and were twice disturbed by a training siren. The sensors are very sensitive, the food starts to burn a little, immediately roaring to the whole house.
In the kitchen, there is a fire blanket and instructions for helping out by the stove.
No high voltage outlets in the bathroom. I had to dry my hair with a hairdryer in the bedroom, which is not very convenient.
My husband was more fortunate, there was a special usb socket above the mirror, suitable for his razor.
Storage rooms instead of cabinets
Although the famous book about the Lion, the Witch and the wardrobe was written in Great Britain. Free-standing wardrobes are a rarity here and a sign of luxury. Instead, each room will have its own closet-closet. We found this extremely convenient.
Have you been to the UK? What local traditions and traditions seemed unusual to you? Would you like a home instead of wardrobes, a closet for your wardrobe?
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