Witherspoon sets house rules for Gyllenhaal

Reese Witherspoon has reportedly come up with a set of house rules that boyfriend Jake Gyllenhaal must follow.

The Brokeback Mountain actor moved into Witherspoon's Los Angeles home last month and according to Star, the actress insisted on composing a series of strict rules for her boyfriend.

An insider said: "Reese believes in wide-open communication, and she discussed at length with him what is best for her household.

"Some of [the things she insists on] are run-of-the-mill. He has to take off his shoes when he's in the house; trash must be taken out when the can is three-quarters full; and no feet on the coffee table."

The source added that Witherspoon has clamped down on Gyllenhaal's swearing: "Jake used to swear like a sailor, but not anymore. If he does, he has to apologise."