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It is absolutely disgusting to wear shoes inside. If you live in the city you can be assured that you have some unspeakable substance on the bottom of your shoes. I cannot fathom how anyone can, say, walk from a filthy subway platform into someone else's home without feeling at least a little guilty. I always ask if my host if he/ she would like me to remove my shoes and I expect visitors to my home to do the same. I leave my own shoes outside to hopefully get the message across. I don't get upset if a visitor doesn't ask my preference or chooses not to comply, I just make a mental note to mop the floor thoroughly. When hosting a large group of people I think it is absurd to expect them to take off their shoes. I just accept that mopping the floor and cleaning the rugs is another party clean up duty- like washing every dish and plate I own. However, to those who are upset because taking off your shoes will ruin your outfit (or whatever): excuse me while I roll my eyes contemptuously.

I'm stealing at least two ideas from your bathroom. That Ikea shelf- freaking brilliant. I'm disappointed I didn't think of it myself!

Ditto Medusa.

I agree with William.