Admittedly, I’ve never been one for knee-high rubber boots. During my youth, like many whitetail hunters, I reluctantly wore them to the treestand because it was the thing to do. If I was lucky, I’d ...

And who has the time or inclination to mop multiple times a week? I know I don't. Then I heard about boot trays — the low-key, luxe way to stash outdoor boots and shoes while they dry.

However, because its coverage was so much less than what the plastic mats offered, and its height created an unnecessary tripping hazard, we don’t recommend it. While the hefty rubber of the ...