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Re:Next Time Your Mom Says Don't Go Out in The Rain, Spray Y... by Anechoic on Saturday February 09, 2013 @02:57AM (#5192047)
how many construction workers are concerned with keeping their work boots and gloves free of dirt stains

Many actually, especially toward the completion of projects when interior decorations are starting to be installed and the architect/owner/designer may demand removal of boots to prevent workers from tracking dirt on freshly laid carpet and flooring (I've seen this mostly on high-end residential but it also happens on commercial projects).

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Re:Next Time Your Mom Says Don't Go Out in The Rain, Spray Y... by anigbrowl on Saturday February 09, 2013 @03:57AM (#5192159)
That sounds odd (removal of boots) to me since it compromises safety and creates liability. Hardware and paint supply stores sell tough fabric bootees that fit over regular workboots for this sort of situation.
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Re:Next Time Your Mom Says Don't Go Out in The Rain, Spray Y... by leeoniya on Saturday February 09, 2013 @03:18AM (#5192092)
i would imagine the boot removal would be required regardless in these situations. i doubt this hydrophobic coating can withstand being walked upon and thoroughly abraded by a 200lb worker after being applied to the soles of the boots - the part that actually tracks mud.
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Re:Next Time Your Mom Says Don't Go Out in The Rain, Spray Y... by dmhdlr on Saturday February 09, 2013 @03:21AM (#5192099)
> high-end residential

lol

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