In Asian family it's like parent's are strict and they maintain household furniture at it's best conditions even after years.
My mom is kind of like that and she had kept everything in house in it's shape when I was kid and now still same furniture... I will do post it someday.
however isnt this quite universal as well?
True, I agree... Didn't meant it's juuust asian thing. I know some Nigerian friends who relate with it. Hah, Glad you found it interesting mate.
Wish you a Great day ahead.