Whenever we watch Hollywood movies, web series, or scroll through social media, American homes look exceptionally beautiful and highly advanced. But did you know that functionally, these houses are vastly different from our traditional Indian homes? From the flooring and bathroom designs to power outlets and kitchen waste management systems—the United States has several features that are standard there but rarely seen in Indian households.
Recently, a video has been taking social media by storm, in which Sarika Yadav, an Indian blogger living in America, highlights some of these lesser-known and surprising characteristics of US homes. The video has sparked curiosity among Indian viewers, as the features showcased are completely different from what we are accustomed to in India.
Wall-to-Wall Carpets and Drywall Instead of Concrete and Bricks
In Indian homes, due to the scorching summer heat, tiled, marble, or granite floors are highly preferred to keep the indoor environment cool. In contrast, most American homes feature wall-to-wall carpeting in bedrooms and living rooms. This provides insulation and keeps the feet warm during severe winters. However, carpets are generally avoided in kitchens and bathrooms to prevent moisture damage.
Furthermore, when it comes to construction, Indian houses are built with sturdy red bricks, cement, and concrete. In contrast, American homes are predominantly wood-framed structures. Instead of heavy plaster, builders place wooden studs behind the walls and cover them with sheets of drywall. Because of this, hammering nails or hanging heavy items requires locating the underlying wooden studs, and the walls are not as rigid as concrete walls in India.
Bathtubs in Bathrooms and the 'Magic' Kitchen Garbage Disposal
In Indian bathrooms, using a bucket-and-mug setup or a standard shower stall is common practice. However, in the US, having a built-in bathtub is standard even in middle-class apartments. People there prefer soaking in tubs alongside taking showers. Additionally, there is no need for separate individual geysers in the kitchen and bathrooms. Instead, a massive central water heating system supplies hot water simultaneously to all taps throughout the house.
In the kitchen, the most unique device is the 'Garbage Disposal' system, which is installed directly under the kitchen sink. When food scraps slip into the drain while washing dishes, a motorized shredder grinds the waste into tiny particles so it can easily flow through the sewage pipes. This prevents clogs and foul odors—a system that is practically non-existent in typical Indian household kitchens where wet waste is manually collected in dustbins.
Smart Power Outlets and Central Heating Systems
Safety is a priority when it comes to power sockets in the US. Unlike Indian outlets, they don't usually have individual on/off switches right next to them. Plugging in a device automatically connects the power flow. Many modern outlets also feature child-safety mechanisms that block small objects from being inserted.
Moreover, while Indian homes rely on separate split air conditioners and room heaters, American homes utilize a Central HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system. Vents are situated in different rooms to maintain a uniform temperature throughout the property. Lastly, fire safety is strictly regulated; every home is equipped with sensitive smoke alarms. This means cooking with heavy smoke or strong spices (like tadka) requires extra care to avoid triggering the alarms!
सोशल मीडिया प्लेटफॉर्म पर वायरल इस वीडियो के दावों की सत्यता की 'The Freelance' स्वतंत्र रूप से पुष्टि नहीं करता है। यह वीडियो सोशल मीडिया पर व्यापक चर्चा का विषय बना हुआ है। वीडियो साभार: संबंधित सोशल मीडिया हैंडल / क्रिएटर।
