I'm refusing to contribute for buying cleaning supplies for the apartment I share with my roommate.
Are you joking with me? Why aren't you going to help out with the supplies?
I pay rent but I don't actually live there and shouldn't have to pay for those items.
I know you said you don't live in the apartment but you should still contribute to it's upkeep. Your name is on the lease and you are still responsible for keeping the apartment clean and tidy. It is expected that you would contribute.
I'm just trying to make a point. I don't want to contribute.
I understand the whole "out of sight, out of mind" mantra, but really, it's still your property. Think about your roommate for a bit, do you think they'd be happy cleaning the whole place by themselves when someone else should be there too? How about checking in every week for upkeep because a clean house means a happier landlord.