American And British Houses

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British home. When one is
installed, the British shower is a point of significant difference as
well. The pressurized American shower is powerful, and leaves one with a
feeling of invigoration. The gravity fed British shower, however, is
hardly capable of developing enough power to leave one with a feeling of
satisfaction. In the modern American kitchen, one is certain to find a
dishwasher. In the British kitchen, a dishwasher is the exception, not
the rule. Americans also consider most kitchen appliances to be a part of
the house. The Englishman holds a different view. It is not unusual for
him to take the stove, refrigerator, or even the kitchen cupboards when
moving to a new home. The modern British house lacks many amenities that
Americans consider basic. It also offers less living space than the modern
American house. The grand American house is designed for comfort, whereas the
conservative British house is designed for efficiency. These contrasting
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