From amusing welcome messages to advice for burglars... here are the funniest doormats of all time

DOOR knockers did a double-take when they spotted these hilarious welcome mats.

The mundane household item is often the first thing you see when you visit someone's house - so these residents decided to get creative with their greetings.

It would almost be a shame to wipe your feet on these fun doormats.

They provide the perfect greeting for your guests... or tell them not to bother coming in.

From clever notices that can be read in different ways, to a note left for the burglars, these designs are bound to make you crack a smile.

Here are some of the best...

Mixed messages

Shout and about

Trouble and strife

Don't get your knickers in a twist

Location, location, location

The name game

A little problem

Stealing the thunder

Anti-social behaviour

Pawsome!

This teacher rules

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