If you’re learning how to separate trash in Korea, sooner or later you’ll stand in front of your apartment’s recycling area holding a bag of garbage, with no idea which bin anything goes into. Everyone goes through this. Korea takes waste separation seriously — much more seriously than most countries — and getting it wrong … Read more
A Korean rental contract can look straightforward until you reach the special terms. A few months ago I sat in a real estate office in Dongtan with a tenant who’d just found “the one” — great light, quiet building, landlord seemed friendly. She was ready to sign on the spot. I asked her to slow … Read more
How to Set Up Electricity, Water & Gas After Moving into a Korean Apartment Moving into a new apartment in South Korea is exciting. You’ve finally got your keys, unpacked your boxes, and you’re ready to settle into your new home. This guide walks you through exactly what to do right after moving into a … Read more
Although each manufacturer uses a slightly different design, most Korean boiler controllers work in a very similar way. The basic functions—Heating, Hot Water, Away Mode, and Power—are almost always the same. The three brands you will see most often in South Korea are Navien, Kiturami, and Daesung Celtic. Common Korean boiler controller brands Don’t worry … Read more