Let's start at the front door. It makes sense for everyone to take their shoes off once indoors because it prevents dirt, bacteria or – dread the thought – dog mess from being spread around the house.

Prevent untidy hallways and shoe pile-ups by encouraging family members to put footwear away as soon as they enter using easy-to-reach shoe storage solutions.

But asking guests to take their shoes off? Well, that controversial custom is a whole other story...

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