Should I Walk Barefoot On My Carpet?
Debunking a common misconception...
One of the main reasons that people choose carpet for their homes is because it is soft and comfortable to human skin.
Answer this question: Would you rather step out of bed in the morning and set your feet down on cold stone, or would you prefer to feel plush carpet beneath your feet?
For most of you, carpet is the obvious choice. It’s like a warm hug for your bare feet.
But don’t let your bare feet hug it back. Why not?
The soles of your feet contain sweat glands, which release moisture and natural oils. These stick to the carpet fibers and attract dirt, dust, and soil. In fact, these natural oils and droplets act as magnets to the dirt, which embeds itself deep into the carpet strands. Once embedded, the dirt can’t be easily removed through vacuuming.
Over time, the accumulation of grime in the carpet will wear down the carpet’s appearance, durability, and luxurious feel.
So no, we don’t recommend walking barefoot on carpet.
On the other hand, wearing regular shoes on carpet is also a no-no. This is because the bottoms of your shoes track in mud, dirt, moisture, bacteria, and other undesirable things from all the other places you’ve been. Also no good for prolonging the lifespan of your carpet.
The solution?
Clean socks. Or soft-soled slippers.
Walking on your carpet wearing clean socks instead of going barefoot will naturally help your carpet stay clean. The same is true for wearing soft slippers that stay only indoors and are not worn outside. In fact, some homeowners keep a pair of soft slippers at the door and ask guests to don them before stepping inside.
And don’t worry, your carpet will still feel wonderful under your feet, even when you’re wearing socks.
Don’t believe us? At Paragon Flooring, we carry a huge selection of the softest, plushest carpets you’ve ever seen. With beautiful designs in many different colorways, there’s something there for even the most sensory client. Call, email, or stop by our showroom today so that we can help you out.
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