'Do not make the same mistake as us': Family damage floor of new home after pineapple rolling ritual

A Singaporean homeowner shared a warning after a traditional pineapple-rolling housewarming ritual caused permanent staining on her floor tiles. The acidity of the fruit, combined with heat, caused the juice to leak and damage the flooring.
Why it matters
This serves as a practical cautionary tale for homeowners regarding the maintenance of flooring materials during cultural rituals.
It s a tradition for many Singaporeans to roll a pineapple into their new home as part of a housewarming ritual. It is said to welcome prosperity, wealth and good luck into their new abode.
The article is a lifestyle/consumer advice piece with no political or social agenda.
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