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Sharing a Bathroom in a Co-Living Home: A Quick Guide to Respect and Harmony Co-living is all about thriving together—sharing not just space, but also experiences and responsibility. And when it comes to shared spaces, few are as personal (or as potentially sensitive) as the bathroom. In many of our homes, residents share a bathroom with one or sometimes even two other housemates. Alongside the kitchen, it’s one of the most frequently used communal areas, and everyone has their own routines, preferences, and expectations. That’s why setting clear, respectful habits from the start is key. Here’s how to make sure everyone feels comfortable, respected, and at home: 1. Keep It Clean Whether you leave your toiletries in the bathroom or bring them back and forth from your room, the goal is the same: leave the space better than you found it. A few simple habits go a long way: Hang up your towel neatly—on the rack, not on the floor, over the door, or across the shower rod. No one wants to deal with someone else’s damp towel. Close the shower curtain when you’re done. It helps it dry faster and prevents mold. Clear off the counters. Don't leave your toothbrush, razor, or products behind unless there's a shared agreement to do so. If you shave in the sink, take a moment to rinse it out. These small actions show consideration and make the space more pleasant for everyone. 2. Respect Others’ Belongings Tempted to borrow someone’s shampoo or body wash? We get it—things get forgotten. But using someone else's items without asking can cause friction. Instead, just shoot them a quick message or ask in passing. Most people are more than willing to share if they know you respect their space and belongings. 3. Be Mindful of Schedules Bathroom rush hour doesn’t happen as often as you might think—but it’s still worth checking in with your bathroom mates when you move in. If you all know each other's routines, it helps avoid awkward overlaps. And don’t forget: sound travels. If the bathroom shares a wall with someone’s bedroom, especially late at night or early in the morning, be aware of how much noise you’re making. A little extra courtesy around those hours goes a long way. 4. Don’t Forget to Pitch In Our housekeeping team helps maintain shared areas and stocks basic supplies from time to time—but they won’t catch everything. If you’re sharing items like toilet paper, hand soap, or even air fresheners, chat with your housemates about how to split costs or take turns restocking. Shared responsibility helps keep the bathroom functional and well-supplied for everyone. Final Thoughts Sharing a bathroom doesn’t have to be complicated. Most issues are easily avoided with communication, common sense, and a bit of courtesy. If you start off with these habits, you’ll build trust with your housemates and help create a home that everyone enjoys. After all, co-living works best when we each do our part—and treat shared spaces with the same respect we’d hope to receive. See also What should I do if I see a Community Room Rental rule being broken?  Watch or share the video included here for more support:

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Someone’s Not Cleaning Up After Themselves Living with others means being part of something greater than yourself—where daily interactions, routines, and responsibilities have the potential to shape a warm and supportive environment. That said, it also means that what each person does—or doesn’t do—can impact others in ways both big and small. One of the most common areas where tension can arise is in the kitchen. It's a shared space that sees a lot of daily use, and because of that, it can also become a source of frustration when responsibilities are overlooked. Whether it’s not wiping down the stove after cooking, forgetting to take out a full trash bin, or leaving dishes in the sink for “later,” these seemingly small actions can unintentionally place a burden on others. We understand that life gets busy. Everyone has days where they’re rushing out the door or returning home mentally exhausted. It’s totally human to forget things or plan to clean up in the morning. But when those tasks are left undone, the impact doesn’t disappear—it’s passed on to your housemates. What started as a small oversight becomes someone else’s inconvenience. And let’s face it: no one wants to cook dinner next to a dirty stovetop, take out someone else’s overflowing trash, or clean a pan they didn’t use. The guiding principle here is simple: be the housemate you’d want to live with . When you clean up after yourself, you show your respect for the shared space and the people you live with. You signal that you value their time, comfort, and experience just as much as your own. That’s the spirit behind Rule #1: Be a Good Friend. Remember, you were personally selected from many applicants because we believed you’d be a great fit for this community. We’ve already seen your kind and thoughtful nature shine through—and that’s exactly the type of energy that helps co-living work at its best. Our ask is simple: help uphold the shared standards we all agreed to at move-in so that together, we create a space that we’re all proud to call home. We’re not just building a house—we’re building a community. And communities thrive when everyone does their part. See also Membership Rules See Also Resident & Guest Commitments See also What should I do if I see a Community Room Rental rule being broken? Watch or share the video included here for more support:

Power Outage Power Outages can be viewed on Duke’s Outage Map A power outage can occur if: A crew is repairing a power line nearby and have to turn power off. Occasionally crews do not have time to notify everyone. Construction work requires a planned (notified in advanced) or an unplanned power outage occurs. Water bill is past due and disconnected (typically receive a notice on bill and phone call prior to disconnection). Steps Check front door for possible notice of planned water outage or repair crew on street. If outage in neighborhood, check Duke’s Outage Map All properties are on auto draft for payments. However, if past due bill needs to be paid, contact our offices at info@CommunityRoomRental.com . Once power is restored: A breaker or GFI may be tripped and needs to be reset Resetting a breaker & Resetting a GFI If still having problem, submit a maintenance request on the Members Page . See Also - Water Outage See Also - Internet Outage