2007-11-27 14:00:52 · 23 answers · asked by shiningStar 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
While I am a full-time barefooter, I don't require people to take off their shoes when they visit. I don't really like any shoe or footwear rules; it should be clear to anyone who reads these barefoot questions that there are people who're just as uncomfortable taking their shoes off as I would be wearing them. Why would I do that to them? A house is meant to be lived in, and my cats don't even wipe their feet when they come in... only when someone would have very muddy shoes, I'd ask them to do something about it, but whether they take their shoes off or use the outdoor hose is up to them.
2007-12-02 03:25:55 · answer #1 · answered by Sheriam 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Our family lived in Japan for several years, so removing our shoes as soon as we come in the house has become second nature. I think the Japanese have it right. If you want guests to remove shoes when they enter your home, you should have several pairs of clean slippers available for them to wear. Many people are not comfortable going shoeless in someone elses home and for women in stockings, going without shoes can lead to snags or runs. However, it is possible that you may be having a large number of guests in your home where removing shoes would be more of a inconvenence and logistical problem or run across someone who simply is not willing or comfortable enough to do so. In that case, simply have a good matt by the front door so they can thoroughly wipe thier feet off. Workmen should always ask if they need to remove their shoes and, if they don't , it is ok to ask.
When going to someone elses' home, I always ask if they want us to remove our shoes. If they say yes, I do so, If they say no and are in fact wearing shoes themselves, I keep mine on. It can also depend on how well I know the person or the situation.
2007-11-28 08:27:47 · answer #2 · answered by Annie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no. I don't expect them to. You want a guest to feel comfortable in your house. Many do not like to take off their shoes. I personally love bare feet so i rarely wear shoes in the house. I am also Australian like the lady above. Shoes off is not a big thing here. Occassionally if people have had there carpets just cleaned they may ask but it is rare
2007-11-27 22:26:45 · answer #3 · answered by Rachel 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If they know it is what you like guests to do, then yes. If you have a shoe tray there, with your family's shoes in it, and yours are off, they should be able to see that you would like that. If their shoes are wet or muddy, etc, then there should be no need to question your likes or dislikes. They should take them off.
2007-11-27 22:12:32 · answer #4 · answered by Grrrr 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We talked about this on a chat site I'm on and it seems to be very geographical. In Canada, at least where I am, everyone automatically takes their shoes off. It's just expected.
Down in certain places in the States, I know people who thought that was just weird as they don't do that.
Everyone here will have different opinions as so many here are from so many different places.
2007-11-27 23:37:55 · answer #5 · answered by pinkpiglet126 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is snowing or raining outside, I ask my guests to remove their shoes. Other than that it is up to them whether or not they remove their shoes. When visiting others, I ask them what they prefer.
2007-11-27 23:00:23 · answer #6 · answered by Aumatra 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
guests should always remove their shoes... ESPECIALLY if the house is carpeted. And if you are unsure then the next best thing is to ask if they would prefer you to. The only exception to this is if you see the home owner wearing their shoes inside... and even then I would still ask to be polite.
2007-11-27 22:57:56 · answer #7 · answered by Soleil Aditi 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I actually thought it was kind of rude when people came into my house and took of their shoes when I was younger. In my house we wear our shoes unless they're dirty or we're just relaxing at home. If someone asks me to take off my shoes when I enter their home, however, I will gladly do it.
2007-11-27 23:33:25 · answer #8 · answered by Supernova 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I do think it proper to ask. I know my mom always has me greet the guests and kindly ask them to remove their shoes, but if they are unwilling we have those glove things that cover shoes.
2007-11-27 22:09:37 · answer #9 · answered by Queen of Smarts 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel that guests should feel comfortable in my home. So I would NEVER ask them to remove their shoes.
2007-11-27 22:38:23 · answer #10 · answered by elloel 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋