Why American housing is worse than Russian: 5 differences

It turns out that in the US, too, not everything is as beautiful as it seems to us. More precisely, there is nothing unusual for Americans, but some moments do not suit our people very much. For example, residential buildings. Residential buildings in Russia have a number of advantages over American ones, which you notice only when they become inaccessible. As they say, what we have - we do not store, in this case we do not appreciate it.

1. Normal soundproofing of walls

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Often the walls in American houses, especially in the case of interior rooms, are too thin, so what is happening in the next apartment is heard perfectly / Photo: gurutest.ru

Of course, we also have this problem in new buildings of a budget format, but even in Khrushchev the walls are much thicker than in houses in America. Often the walls in American houses, especially in the case of interior rooms, are too thin, and the latter are generally made of chipboard, plywood, or drywall. Therefore, what is happening in the neighboring apartment is perfectly audible. Even the conversation of the neighbors can be heard in detail.

Naturally, the walls do not differ in strength, so it is problematic to hang something on them. You can't hang a big-screen TV for sure. It can be put on the floor or a special cabinet and these are all options.

2. Intra-apartment transitions

There are no hallways with a large area or corridors in American apartments. They are available only in expensive private houses in the suburbs. The interior space is free. Often there are no even doors between rooms. Those who like scandi style don't complain. But the bulk of people who want privacy, such a layout is not happy.

3. Space in the kitchen

It sounds rather unusual, given the fact that in many Russian apartments the kitchens are small and often, in order to increase the space, they are combined with living rooms. But in ordinary homes in America, especially in megacities, kitchens are more like a galley, where it’s even problematic to turn around. This approach to the planning of these particular interior spaces is associated with the mentality of the local residents.

Here the kitchen is considered solely as a place intended for cooking. Americans eat in the living room, dining room or bedroom. In Russia, we gather in the kitchen with the whole family, receive guests, and talk. Since people spend a lot of time here, the area is correspondingly larger.

4. Windows with vents

In America, by analogy with the UK, slider-type windows are installed. They open by lifting up the lower part, like a wardrobe. Not very convenient when airing, and when washing too.

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5. Shower head with flexible hose

It is with us that you can take a shower in your hands and use it as you please, and in America the watering can is attached to the wall. It is in connection with this that girls use special caps when they do not want their hair to get wet. Faucets in America are of two types. One of them is for water pressure, and the second is for temperature. We have one mixer for absolutely everything.

It would be equally interesting to know why in America it is impossible to put high fences and other prohibitions for owners of private houses.
A source: https://novate.ru/blogs/230921/60643/

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