Hi all,
I'm a 3rd year engineering student and to date I either stayed at home or lived alone. Recently I had to move into a shared flat due to various reasons.
My flatmates seem to be introverted people who value their privacy. Everyone is busy studying or working most of the day so to date, I don't think we have even met each other.
Still, it's a bit of an alien environment for me, so I'd appreciate any tips or advice on how to act in this situation?
My main problem: The kitchen is stocked with kitchenware (pots, pans, etc.) already but I don't know if it's there for public use or someone's own property. I'd rather not spend money/clutter the kitchen unnecessarily but at the same time don't want to touch stuff that isn't mine.
I haven't seen any of my flatmates yet so no chance to ask, but it appears we are on "buy your own food" basis, so the same might apply to the kitchenware.
So, what do? Leave a note? Buy my own stuff?
I'd appreciate any help.