But what about your visitors? It’s one thing to take your own shoes off. Asking guests to do the same can feel awkward or even rude. In fact, the same CBS News/YouGov poll that found most ...

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Asking guests to take off their shoes before they enter a home doesn’t have to be an awkward interaction either, Grumet said. Hosts can nicely word their request by saying, “Would you be so ...

Taking off shoes inside the home is also a common practice observed in Asian and Middle Eastern countries and households. But if you regularly take them off mainly because you’re worried about ...

In summary, if you're at risk of infection, or you have a small child, "it would be a good idea to take your outdoor shoes off when you enter your home," Garey told Live Science. "For most healthy ...