Most Asian countries, especially east Asian cultures, would often ask their guests to remove their shoes when entering the home. It is not just because they don't want to get their floors dirty but it is a custom that shows a sign of respect for the one receiving you into their home. But are there any scientific evidence that would make things clearer which is more beneficial? Find out more on Live Science.
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u wear shoes on my carpet, u may not get invited back
pfbtbtbt... shoes in the house.
On a serious note, Ontarian here, and I don't know a single household, be it friends of family, that allow shoes in the house. Parties/lots of people over, included. Maybe a persons rustic cottage, from like the entry door and in the kitchen, would be an allowable place... but definitely not in a house.
I legit think it's weird that shoes in the house is even a thing besides those times when you're in a rush, already in the car, then remember about that 'schizzle' on the counter that you were supposed to bring with you. Run in, grab it, run out.. shoes be damned... can wash the floor later.
Minor complaint: the article mentions there are more germs than "even the surface of a toilet". Every (pop science) article I've seen on the topic says that the surface of a toilet is one of the most sanitary places in the house. So not a good comparison.