I am considering getting a new carpet remnant for my living room (over my hardwood). I got one two years ago, but EVERYONE walks on it with their shoes on, and now it looks gross. How can I politely get people especially with snowy or wet shoes to not ruin my carpet?
2007-12-10 04:08:37 · 17 answers · asked by Molly R 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Theres really no polite way. What I did was put a sign on my front door that said please remover your shoes. That way you don't have to confront them they already know before even knocking on your door.:)
2007-12-10 05:35:26 · answer #1 · answered by Backwoods Barbie 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Speaking for myself, I have to wear orthotic inserts in my shoes. If I don't then the tendons on the bottom of my feet will get small tears and it's quite painful so I always wear my shoes even in other people's homes because I need to. I do, however, have an aunt that cares more about her carpets than the pain in my feet so she makes me take them off. You can guess how often I visit her.
2016-05-22 11:51:30 · answer #2 · answered by madeleine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know exactly how you feel, i got married a few yrs. ago and after a few months we were able to buy a home with nice new carpet and stuff......but his family had some wild kids and the parents didnt seem to care what the kids do. so they would come over usually after i freshly shampooed the carpet with muddy shoes an ddirty feet and run throught he carpet and jump on the couches, i mean i am not used to children behaving, or being allowed, to behave this way, so finally i got tired of it and made a sign of rules for my house , take off shoes, make your kids mind, things like that, it eventually became habit for everyione to know to tkae thier shoes off when at my house so i could take the sign down. it worked and didnt seem to cause any problems
2007-12-10 04:23:06 · answer #3 · answered by call_me_LaLa 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Make a "space" designed for shoes and the like. As they enter just say please put your shoes in the box or on the rug or however you designate the space. If that doesn't work, use the English woman way, "WIPE YOUR FEET!" Once you have asked someone nicely, don't be nice. Maybe post a sign on the door stating shoes should be left inside the door. Do what you have to do! It's your house.
2007-12-10 04:44:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If I am walking in with my guests, my husband and I take off our shoes and make "sort of" a big deal about where we put them. ("Here, sweetie, let me have your shoes and I'll go put them up for you.") Guests usually take the hint. If they come to the door and we are already barefoot, and I can tell their shoes are dirty, I will welcome them, show them where to put their shoes, and then offer them something to drink and walk away. Some people are uncomfortable taking off their shoes while someone is standing there; it makes them feel as though they might do something wrong at any moment or they are self conscious of their feet. But if you just say, "Hi! Oh, it's so good to see you!! We put our shoes right there, would you like a Coke?" It makes it not a big deal and easy to follow.
2007-12-10 04:37:05 · answer #5 · answered by Maber 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We rent and our carpet must be 20 years old lol. We still do not wear our shoes on it to keep it nice. I have a rug by the door and one off to the left with all of our shoes on it. People usually get the clue by seeing that and seeing out feet with socks on them. If people can pick up on subtle hints just ask nicely could u please put your shoes by the door. You wont have to tell them next time. I still remind my friends young daughter though because she forgets. Adults should remember
2007-12-10 06:02:28 · answer #6 · answered by ash 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Some people are funny about taking off their shoes, but I think if you got a cute little sign asking them nicely to remove their shoes, most would comply. Keebing booties/slippers near the door is a good idea too, especially if you're in a cold climate, which it sounds like you are!
2007-12-10 04:32:59 · answer #7 · answered by Reenie: Mom of Marine 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Just make a "shoes off at the door" policy. Put up a polite sign at the door.
2007-12-10 04:16:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Put a mat near the door that people can put their shoes on and have a pair of house slippers ready for them to use.
2007-12-10 07:03:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Keep it real. I'm not saying be rude, but just say Please take your shoes off. My brother is very funny about that stuff, so he keeps a basket of footies/booties at the door for you to wear while in the house. That may help your guests feel less put off.
2007-12-10 04:14:59 · answer #10 · answered by Fox 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋