The rules vary depending on the share house, but there are some important points to keep in mind when living together.
In this article, we will introduce the rules for doing laundry in a share house and things to keep in mind to avoid trouble.
If you would like to know the general rules in advance so that you can enjoy your stay after moving in, please take a look.
Laundry rules in a share house
No matter what share house you live in, the basic rule regarding laundry is that you must wash your own laundry.
The amount of laundry and laundry cycles differ for each resident, so each resident does their laundry at their own timing.
Some sharehouses have rules such as ``no washing late at night to prevent noise'' and ``remove dust after using the washing machine'', so be sure to check these before moving in.
Types of washing machines in the share house
Shared houses are often equipped with washing machines.
There is no need to prepare your own washing machine as you can share the washing machine provided.
The number of washing machines provided varies depending on the share house, but if there are 10 or fewer residents, it is standard to share one machine.
Larger properties with dozens of residents have laundry rooms with multiple washing machines.
Drum-type washing machines with a drying function take longer to use each time, so it is common for properties to have separate top-loading washing machines and dryers.
Please note that the share house may not have a washing machine, or you may have to pay to use it.
Especially if you don't have a built-in washing machine, you will have to use a coin laundry, which will incur costs every time you do laundry.
When considering moving into a share house, it is important to at least check whether there is a washing machine installed and, if so, whether there is a charge.
Where should I dry my laundry?
Each share house has its own rules regarding where you can hang your laundry to dry.
Depending on the share house, there are various cases, such as a dryer being equipped with a washing machine, or a rope for hanging laundry on the balcony of the shared space.
In properties where each tenant has a private room, it is not uncommon for each tenant to dry their clothes in their own room or on the balcony.
When hanging your laundry to dry, please follow the rules set by each share house.
Causes of troubles related to laundry in a share house
In a shared house, you live with other tenants, which can sometimes lead to trouble.
In order to continue living a comfortable life, it is important to respect each other and be conscious of not causing problems.
Cause 1: Forgetting to take the laundry out of the washing machine
If you forget to remove clothes after washing and leave them in the washing machine, the next person who wants to use the machine will not be able to put the clothes in, causing problems.
In a shared house, the built-in washing machine is shared, so one resident must not monopolize it for long periods of time.
When you have finished washing your own laundry, immediately remove it from the washing machine and make it available for other residents to use.
Cause 2: Leaving laundry in the shared space
A share house has a common space that can be used by all residents.
Shared spaces are not privately owned, so if you leave your laundry out to dry, you may run into trouble, such as complaints or the laundry being disposed of without permission.
When drying laundry in a shared space, it is good manners to collect it as soon as it is dry and take it back to your room.
Cause 3: Using someone else's detergent without permission
In a shared house, you will share a washing machine, but you will generally have to provide your own detergent.
This is because the amount of laundry to be done at one time varies from person to person, so it would not be fair for residents to share detergent.
When doing laundry, it is clearly bad manners to use someone else's detergent without permission.
If you run out of detergent and want to borrow it from someone else, talk to the owner of the detergent and get their consent before using it.
Cause 4: Using the washing machine late at night
In many share houses, it is prohibited to use washing machines late at night.
Washing machines make loud noises, so if you use them late at night, it can cause noise problems not only for the tenant but also for neighboring residents.
If you find it difficult to follow the rules due to work commitments, try using a coin laundry or doing all the laundry on your day off.
Points to keep in mind to avoid laundry problems
If each resident acts selfishly, trouble will inevitably occur.
It is important to be considerate of other residents in order to live comfortably together.
There are several points you should pay attention to in order to avoid problems related to washing.
Most of these things are common sense, but let's be aware of this and live a moderate life.
Point 1: Follow the rules of the share house
If your share house has rules regarding the use of washing machines, be sure to follow them.
Most of the rules are common sense, such as ``no use late at night'' and ``remove dust after use.''
In order to live a stress-free life together in a share house, it is a prerequisite that you abide by the established rules.
Point 2: Use the washing machine cleanly
When you use a washing machine, dust from the laundry accumulates inside.
If you live alone, dust accumulates slowly and you don't need to remove it frequently.
However, in a shared house, the washing machine is used many times over a short period of time, so dust can accumulate quickly.
If you remove dust after each wash, your washing machine will always stay clean.
You may want to discuss this with other residents and decide on a rule that requires each person to remove dust after each use.
Point 3: Prepare your own detergent
In a shared house, you will share a washing machine with other residents, but each person must provide their own detergent.
Using another resident's detergent without permission can lead to big trouble, so be sure to prepare your own detergent for laundry in advance.
In rare cases, some share houses provide detergent for communal use.
In that case, there are often rules in place such as ``If the detergent is about to run out, the person who notices must buy a new one,'' so be sure to check these as well.
Follow the laundry rules to avoid trouble with other residents.
This time, we introduced the rules for doing laundry in a share house and points to be aware of to avoid trouble.
In a share house, there is a general rule that ``you do your own laundry.''
Detailed rules regarding laundry and the type of washing machine vary depending on the share house.
There may be a charge to use the washing machine, or there may be cases where the washing machine is not provided in the first place, so be sure to check this when considering moving into a share house.
XROSS HOUSE offers many share houses that are equipped with washing machines.
If you are looking for a share house in Tokyo, please contact us.
