30 Things You’re Doing That You Don’t Realize Are Annoying Your Roommates

30 Things You’re Doing That You Don’t Realize Are Annoying Your Roommates

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13 Walking Heavily.

If your roommates can tell where you are at any given moment based upon the sound of your footsteps, you’re probably not light enough on your feet. Especially in older buildings or homes with thin walls, hearing someone walk loudly can be enough to rouse you from a deep sleep—something that’s sure to anger your roommate if done with any frequency.

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14 Slamming Doors and Cabinets.

When you’re angry, slamming something—be it a door, a cabinet, or a drawer—can be incredibly satisfying. However, listening to something being slammed in close proximity to you is jarring the first time and maddening on any subsequent occasions. If you’re sharing a space with other people, that means those those cabinets, doors, and drawers are theirs as well, and shouldn’t be treated like your personal punching bags. Oh, and the noise can be frustrating, too.