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100 English Phrases for Explaining House Rules to Guests

May 21, 2026

100 English Phrases for Explaining House Rules to Guests

No. Item Definition
1. Ask before inviting anyone Get permission before guests visit
2. Avoid harsh cleaners here Use gentle cleaning products only
3. Be careful with the latch Handle the latch gently
4. Close the gate behind you Shut the gate after passing
5. Don’t leave chargers plugged in Unplug chargers when unused
6. Don’t put grease down the sink Dispose of grease elsewhere
7. Don’t use bleach on towels Bleach damages the towels
8. Enter quietly after dark Come in softly at night
9. Feel free to use the kettle You may use the kettle
10. Hang swimsuits outside to dry Dry swimsuits outdoors
11. Help yourself to water. Invite guests to take water.
12. Keep drinks off the piano Do not set drinks there
13. Keep the bathroom door closed. Bathroom door should stay shut.
14. Keep the screen door closed Shut the screen door
15. Keep valuables with you Watch your important belongings
16. Knock before entering Wait for permission to enter
17. Leave the porch light on Keep the porch light lit
18. Make yourself at home. Invite guests to feel comfortable.
19. Mind the low ceiling Watch your head here
20. No food in the bedrooms Eat only outside bedrooms
21. No smoking inside. Smoking is not allowed indoors.
22. Only toilet paper goes in Flush toilet paper only
23. Please air out the bathroom. Ventilate bathroom after use.
24. Please clean up after yourself. Tidy your own messes.
25. Please close cabinets gently. Shut cabinets softly.
26. Please don’t answer the door. Let host handle visitors.
27. Please don’t block the driveway. Keep driveway clear for cars.
28. Please don’t crowd the stairs. Keep stairs clear.
29. Please don’t eat on the couch. No eating on sofa.
30. Please don’t feed the dog. Guests should not feed pet.
31. Please don’t flush wipes. Wipes should not be flushed.
32. Please don’t go in there. That room is private.
33. Please don’t leave food out. Put food away after eating.
34. Please don’t let the cat out. Keep cat indoors.
35. Please don’t lock this bathroom. Bathroom should stay accessible.
36. Please don’t mix recycling. Separate recyclables properly.
37. Please don’t move the furniture. Furniture should stay where placed.
38. Please don’t open that window. That window should stay closed.
39. Please don’t pick the flowers. Flowers should stay unpicked.
40. Please don’t post our address. Keep address off social media.
41. Please don’t run by the pool. Walk near the pool.
42. Please don’t slam the door. Close doors gently.
43. Please don’t track dirt in. Avoid bringing dirt inside.
44. Please don’t unplug anything. Leave plugs as they are.
45. Please don’t use that closet. That closet is off-limits.
46. Please don’t wake the baby. Avoid disturbing the baby.
47. Please flush after use. Flush the toilet after using.
48. Please hang up wet towels. Dry towels after use.
49. Please keep bags off the bed. Do not place bags there.
50. Please keep calls brief here. Limit phone calls in area.
51. Please keep coats on the hooks. Hang coats on hooks.
52. Please keep garden tools here. Return tools to this spot.
53. Please keep muddy shoes outside. Leave dirty shoes outdoors.
54. Please keep noise down. Ask for quieter behavior.
55. Please keep recyclables clean. Rinse recycling before disposal.
56. Please keep sand outside. Do not bring sand in.
57. Please keep showers short. Limit shower time.
58. Please keep the gate shut. Gate should remain closed.
59. Please keep windows closed. Windows should stay shut.
60. Please keep your room tidy. Maintain order in your room.
61. Please label your food. Mark food so it is identifiable.
62. Please leave keys here. Put keys in this spot.
63. Please lock the door. Ask guests to secure the door.
64. Please park on the street. Use street parking instead.
65. Please remove your shoes. Ask guests to take shoes off.
66. Please rinse your dishes. Wash food off dishes.
67. Please text if you’re late. Send a message if delayed.
68. Please turn off lights. Switch lights off when done.
69. Please use a coaster. Protect surfaces from drink marks.
70. Please use headphones at night. Use private audio late.
71. Please use indoor voices. Speak quietly inside the house.
72. Please use oven mitts. Protect hands from heat.
73. Please wipe your feet. Clean shoes before entering.
74. Quiet hours start at 10. Noise should stop after ten.
75. Return books to the shelf Put books back properly
76. Shoes off at the door. Shoes should be removed on entry.
77. Use bins marked upstairs Put waste in labeled bins
78. Use cold water for delicates Wash delicate items in cold water
79. Use placemats on the table Protect table surfaces while eating
80. Use the back door only Enter and exit through back door
81. Use the blue towels only Reserve specific towels for guests
82. Use the handrail on the stairs Hold the rail for safety
83. Use the side gate Enter through the side gate
84. Use the tray for drinks Set drinks on the tray
85. Use this shelf for groceries Store groceries on this shelf
86. Vacate the bathroom quickly Keep bathroom visits brief
87. Vent the room after showers Air out room after showering
88. Wait for hot water to refill Pause until hot water returns
89. Walk bikes through the yard Do not ride in yard
90. Wash off sand before entering Rinse sand off before coming in
91. Watch for the step Be careful of the step
92. Watch the dog by the gate Prevent dog from slipping out
93. Wear a robe to the hot tub Cover up en route outside
94. Wear flip-flops on the deck Use deck-safe footwear outside
95. Wipe down the counter Clean counter after using it
96. Wrap food before refrigerating Cover food before storing it
97. You can leave bags here This is a bag storage spot
98. You may use the guest fridge Guests may use this refrigerator
99. You’re welcome to use the grill Guests may use the grill
100. Zip the tent closed Keep tent fully closed
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