I just moved to a new apartment a week ago. I love it except the smell is horrible and I just can't handle it. I have been spending all my time at home in my bedroom with the door closed and the windows open, and just brave the living room/bathroom in the mornings to get ready for work when I have no other choice.
I thought it may be an issue with the pipes however the plumber said the pipes are fine. He suggested the problem may be the sea water used in the toilet. That is plausible except for the fact that the pipes under the sink also have the same smell and its very strong. The washing machine also has the same strong smell. Also all Hong Kong uses sea water for the toilets so why would it just be my apartment that has this issue?
I am at a loss what to do. I haven't tried covering the drains yet but that won't fix my washing machine smell or the smell from the kitchen sink. Does anyone have any ideas? Otherwise I don't know if I can stay here but I don't think my landlord is going to give me back my 2 month deposit any time soon