5 tips to help your visitors follow your no shoe policy

By: christineh Friday November 6, 2015 comments Tags: clean carpet, no shoe policy

One reason people don't adopt a no shoe policy is because they don't want to impose it on other people. Some people have medical conditions that may require them to keep their shoes on, while others are more concerned with the condition of their socks, feet or the look of their outfit.

Since Denver is a year-round town, with activities that keep us outdoors any day of the year, and therefore tracking in gunk with our shoes, having a no shoe policy is a good idea. If you aren't sure exactly why you should even consider a no shoe policy, check out: Why to adopt a No Shoe Policy today

You can help your furry friends to not track in outdoor yuck, but here are a few ways to help your human visitors.

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      Offer shoe coverings

   
   

Show coverings can allow people who are physically unable to remove their shoes- due to a medical condition, or even a service person who needs to wear steel toe boots for safety- to enter your home without tracking in the unwanted guests on their shoes. We like ShuBee shoe covers to protect your carpet.

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      Offer warm fuzzy socks

   
   

Fuzzy, no slip socks can be worn over other socks or on bare feet to help your guest not slip, not show off a sock with a hole and keep toes warm. My grandma used to knit slippers for us so we didn't scratch the hardwood floors with our shoes. We would have our favorites and the "one size fits all" was laughable as we flopped around the house or slid across the floors.

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      Offer slippers

   
   

Felt slippers that can be worn indoors with no outdoor exposure. These are good as well for someone who may need to go in and out of the house as they are easy to slide on and off.

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      Offer a bench or chair

   
   

Take into consideration children or elderly who may need a little support when removing shoes or putting them back on. A bench or chair can offer additional help to make it more convenient for them to follow your policy.

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      Offer a mat or area rug

   
   

This is an area that not only demonstrates or models where you want shoes to go, it also keeps the area clean. Use a mat or rug that can be cleaned, especially during the wet, muddy or snowy seasons in Denver.

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      Notify them early

   
   

When possible, let your visitors know ahead of time that you have a no-shoe policy. I have had visitors where elaborate sandals or boots with lots of shoelaces, who would have chosen different shoe wear if they knew they were going to have to remove them. Instead, they can choose to pack a pair of shoes, warm socks or slippers or choose a pair of socks that match each other. It allows them, and you, to be proactive with your no shoe policy.

We also found a bunch of  "Remove your Shoes" signs you can purchase on Amazon that can help to notify your guests upon arrival. Our favorite:

"Remove your shoes upon arrival. Don't take better ones when you leave."

Although keeping a no shoe policy can help wear and tear on your carpet and reduce the amount of bacteria, dirt and grime on your carpets and tile, it is a preventative measure. A deep steam cleaning of your carpets and flooring surfaces should still be performed 1-2 times a year.

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