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Seriously, is this a thing??

277 replies

Querying · 15/02/2020 22:36

Hi. I've been dating someone for a few weeks. Seems okay, but clearly still in the early stages of getting to know. He seems alright. We share a lot of the same values.

A couple of weeks ago, he invited me over to his apartment (not for sex). I was quite excited and looking forward to seeing where he lived, etc.

As soon as he let me in, my heart sank. His place was an absolute tip; curtains not properly open, pictures not hung up on the wall (left at side of chair), rug in the hallway was all skuwif (sp). I was quite surprised, and disappointed.

There was no milk in fridge so couldn't even make me a cuppa (he doesn't drink hot drinks, but knows I do).

Now this is where I think I'm judging. He's got quite a 'high-flying' job and I guess I expected his apartment to reflect that.

I've spoken to two friends. One has said that it's unacceptable and the other has said that perhaps he doesn't place tidiness as a top priority. I must say, his place didn't smell great, either.

But, here's the thing; surely if you know someone is coming over, you make the effort? Is there any genuine reason why this would not be the case (apart from the fact that he maybe doesn't care too much about me? Grin)

Ps, I've seen him a couple of times, since...not at his place.

OP posts:
Cosmos45 · 17/02/2020 18:44

I can remember really fancying a guy in my late 20's - we dated for a while but he lived a long way from me (we met through work) so it was a while before I saw where he lived. Once I did see his flat it was an instant turn off.. I can still remember the smell (it just smelt really "manly").. I can remember calling my girlfriends and just saying it wouldn't work..

NoMoreDickheads · 17/02/2020 18:48

I love that you took the time to draw the rug. Grin Grin Grin

How he has it is just wierd, seems virtually like it's deliberate. Confused

I'm really lazy with housework but agree, I would make an effort if I knew in advance that guests were coming.

Dozer · 17/02/2020 18:53

I wouldn’t care about wonky rugs, pictures not being up or curtains. Wouldn’t be impressed with there being no milk, but could do without. Would be VERY unimpressed with a place looking/smelling unclean, which you also mention.

HollowTalk · 17/02/2020 18:59

I wouldn't be interested. It sounds like somewhere a teenager might live. He's not a good fit for you, OP.

thesunhasgothishatontoday · 17/02/2020 19:04

That would be a dealbreaker for me OP. When I first started seeing my ex I was convinced he was either still with his wife or gay. His flat was spotless-towels folded and even the toilet roll was on the holder 😂. Ok so his bed linen wasn't changed weekly but it was OK

MrsBadcrumble123 · 17/02/2020 19:12

Sounds like a useless man child and you’ll be forever his housemaid - steer well clear!

Feelthethunder · 17/02/2020 19:20

This sounds like someone I dated a few years ago.

He was an absolute slob, his house was super messy, it didn’t smell very nice and he made no effort to clean it.

It didn’t last very long as on top of that, he was a lazy sponger. I had to pay for everything.

Never ever again would I date someone like this.

LividLaughLovely · 17/02/2020 19:27

When I first went round to DH’s place he had cleaned the oven.

We were married within six months.

MetallicPaints · 17/02/2020 19:29

Never mind the pressing issue of whether OP has judged his place too harshly. I would like MN to pass a rule that we all have to put the number in minutes before a poster's name when we refer to them. It makes it much easier to flip back and forth between comments. Gold star OPStar

yellowallpaper · 17/02/2020 19:32

Marry him, and spend your life cleaning up after him. Even cleaners don't pick up dirty underwear

Aglet · 17/02/2020 19:44

Wait till you see( and smell) the bedroom. If it makes you gag, exit stage left. Untidy- ok. Dirty - not ok.

Querying · 17/02/2020 19:48

As I have said numerous times, my home is not a palace!!!

However, if I was bringing over a love interest, everything would be bang on x

OP posts:
TheBlueStocking · 17/02/2020 19:50

It's not really ideal, but I wouldn't be judgemental about a rug being wonky.

Also, I don't drink hot drinks and it just doesn't occur to me to have milk in the house for tea. I'd get some in if someone was staying over so they could have a caffeinated beverage in the morning, but otherwise I'd offer them water. Maybe a lot of people think I'm a bad host. I've never really thought about it.

Querying · 17/02/2020 19:52

How he has it is just wierd, seems virtually like it's deliberate

Yes, it was something that you could not notice, almost like a rebellion

OP posts:
Diverami · 17/02/2020 19:53

If he is extremely comfortably off, maybe he needs and could afford a cleaner. I knew a couple who argued about who should do what (I understand that there are no arguments in this case). I suggested that they get a cleaner - and they lived happily ever after (more or less).

Querying · 17/02/2020 19:53

Ps, I know there are more rebellious things than a rug that has gone awol (before you all jump on the wonky bandwagon).

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Mummadeeze · 17/02/2020 19:59

This is one of the threads I have been most shocked about on Mumsnet. I can not actually believe that anyone would make a judgement on someone else for having a rug that isn’t straight or one curtain open. It would never ever enter my head to think of this as ‘messy’, not in a million years!!!! Rugs move when you walk on them. Mine are both skewif in my hallway, does that actually mean it is messy?!!! So weird!

74NewStreet · 17/02/2020 20:02

Yes, I assumed it was a pisstake thread, but all the neat freaks are taking it seriously!

FelicisNox · 17/02/2020 20:11

Give it another go and if it's the same quip "cleaners day off? Lol".

If he doesn't think there's anything wrong then give this relationship some thought.

Maybe he's a typical bloke but in my experience even men tidy up if they want to get laid?

As for no milk.... no, that's just basic manners...... he needs work this one.

Holdencaulfieldshomeboy · 17/02/2020 20:28

Oh lord, I wouldn't touch him with a barge pole. I've been there myself-he lived in a hovel. What the hell did I expect when we moved in together? He didn't expect me to clean, he just wasn't arsed if it was clean or not. I left the pig and live happily single with my children in a nice clean, tidy home.

bigmumsymcgraw · 17/02/2020 20:29

Trust your gut instinct Its telling you somethings not right

lottiegarbanzo · 17/02/2020 20:43

Skew-whiff OP, not 'skuwif'.

I'm not easily impressed by people with a poor grasp of language. People who know they're guessing but who are too lazy to look up the relevant term and correct their mistakes are the pits.

(And you could have derived a great 'manly whiff' pun from that too).

Do you see what I'm doing here? I take it you're completely comfortable with my judging you uninteresting and unworthy, based upon such slight, yet real, evidence.

fruitpastille · 17/02/2020 20:46

Never mind the rug. I couldn't be with someone who doesn't drink tea.

Sofonisba · 17/02/2020 20:47

Never mind the tea, I couldn't be with someone who doesn't eat cereal.

copperoliver · 17/02/2020 20:53

Maybe he grew up in an untidy home and just needs a bit of guidance.
His house may have smelt because he only empties the bin when it is full or something. X

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