Tips to Rid Your Bathroom of Molds Found in 100% of Homes + FlatScreen TV Sweepstakes, Ends 3/16

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I doubt anyone actually likes cleaning the bathroom, I know it's probably the thing I hate most about housekeeping at my house. But if you really knew about all the disgusting types of molds and mildews that hide out in each bathroom in every home -- no matter how clean it physically looks -- it might shock you into finally wanting to banish these moisture-loving pests forever.

You or your child wouldn't want to take a bath with mold or mildew would you?

Still don't believe me? 

Then take a peek at Sonny Mold & Frankie Mildew and their little shtick -- they're quite the characters in the hilarious short video below.

I thought so. Yes, it's really too bad real-life mold and mildew aren't as funny or cute as these two costumed comedians want us to think.  Just scroll down to see some photos of an actual bathroom if you still need more convincing.

Mold & Mildew on the Ceiling and Bath Walls

The reality is that most cleaners may remove visible dirt and slime, but I've found that products like new Tilex Mold Stain & Mildew Stain Remover, Refreshing Breeze sets itself apart because it is formulated to also attack mold and mildew. Literally, it has the potential to cancel the lame mold show going in your bathroom right now if it's used properly.

Mold in the Bath Tub

What's more is you can use it elsewhere throughout your home where mold certainly lurks: window sills, refrigerator and washing machine rubber gaskets, in air registers, and even in walls and ceilings exposed to extreme moisture.

Bathroom Window Sill Mold

Even mold on the floor & woodwork in the bath

Tips for Getting Rid of All Kinds of Bath Molds/Mildews

In addition to using Tilex regularly and thoroughly in the bathroom including on counter tops, bathtub, shower, floors, walls, ceilings, tiling and other surfaces, I've listed some other ideas for stamping out mold and mildew that work for me.

• Make sure to replace vinyl, plastic and rubber shower curtains at least once a year, both the inside liner and the outer curtain
• Alternately, consider hanging machine washable shower curtain and running it through the laundry as recommended on the care label 
• For a bathroom with window(s) with or without a window sill(s) consider removing fabric curtains or plastic blinds and instead frosting the window glass for privacy
• Wall-to-wall carpeting doesn't belong in your bathroom, so if you have some like we did think about replacing it with a waterproof vinyl floor like we did
  
• When painting in a bathroom use only paints that are designated for walls and ceilings in rooms prone to a lot of dampness and moisture
• Replace cracked and damage tiles and faulty caulking as soon as you notice, since both are magnets for mold and mildew
• If you are remodeling a bathroom get rid of the shower curtain altogether by replacing it with a tub that has a sliding glass door
• Also if you are doing a makeover, consider tiling/marble/granite or other water proof surfaces all the way up the wall in the bathtub and shower and using similar materials for adequate back splashes on counter tops

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And here's something else you'll be glad to know: Tilex is holding a sweepstakes and is giving away three (3) 40" flat screen TVs and ten (10) Netflix subscriptions that you could win. Entering to win one of these great prizes Tilex is giving away is easy and fast. All you have to do is visit the official Tilex Facebook page and Like them. Then follow the prompts to enter for your chance to win. Increase your chances of winning by sharing this sweepstakes with friends and you'll receive an extra entry for each friend you invite. All entries must be submitted by 3/16/12. See the Tilex contest on Facebook for complete rules.

How about you? Do you hate cleaning the bathroom too? I encourage you to share your own tips on ways to win the battle against mold and mildew as a comment below.

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Toyota Again Offers 100 Cars for Good Program FREE Vehicles to Non-Profits, Applications Open 3/12

Community 

All photos in post by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

Following on the heels of the successful Prius Toys for Tots holiday giving campaign, Toyota again is exemplifying corporate community involvement in America. Since my family and I have made personal commitments to community service and giving back to society, it's with great pleasure that I share more good news with you. For the second year in a row, Toyota will again be running their 100 Cars for Good charitable outreach program. Ultimately, 100 U.S. nonprofit organizations will be recipients of Toyota vehicles, one per day for 100 days, with 400 more worthy groups each receiving a $1,000 grant.

Food Banks like this require volunteers and money to operate

Michael Rouse, vice president of philanthropy and community affairs for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., explains the rationale behind this noble cause. "At Toyota, we appreciate what a big difference a new car can make for organizations working to improve lives and strengthen communities across the country, and we are thrilled to have this opportunity to lend a hand," says Rouse. 

"Over the last 20 years," Rouse elaborates, "Toyota has contributed more than half a billion dollars to nonprofits throughout the U.S. The 100 Cars for Good program allows us to build on that commitment in important, new ways by making the public an integral part of these efforts and harnessing the power of social media to expand awareness and galvanize support for organizations that are having a tremendous impact in neighborhoods nationwide."

Toyota 2012 Camry Reinvented Event at Paramount Studios, Hollywood

Here's more on how this year's Toyota 100 Cars for Good works

• Since organizations have a myriad of needs, finalists will be eligible to win one of six Toyota models: the Camry Hybrid, Highlander, Prius v, Sienna minivan, Sienna Mobility or Tundra full-sized pickup truck.
• Applications for the nonprofit competition open March 12, 2012 with winners chosen by public vote via the Toyota Facebook page. The application process will run for two weeks or until 5000 applications come in so nonprofits are encouraged to initiate their entries quickly.
• To participate registered 501(c)(3) organizations are invited to apply online with details on how a new car would help them achieve more for their local communities.
• From this applicant pool 500 finalists will be selected and certified by an independent panel of philanthropic and social responsibility experts. 
• Each qualified finalist will then be invited to submit a video to be featured on the Toyota 100 Cars site telling how a new vehicle would further their group's work. Toyota will also provide each finalist with communications and social media tools as well as training to assist each organization with raising public awareness. 
• Public voting on Facebook begins May 14, 2012 and continues for 100 consecutive days. Each day five nonprofits will be profiled and voters may select from these which one is most deserving of a new vehicle. The four daily runners up will each receive a $1000 Toyota grant.

  

Watch Toyota's video to learn more

Additional  information available at 100CarsforGood.com

About Toyota

Toyota established operations in the United States in 1957 and currently operates 10 manufacturing plants in eight states. The company directly employs nearly 30,000 people in the U.S. and its investment here is currently valued at more than $18 billion. The automaker is committed to being a community partner and is focused on supporting programs that achieve long-term sustainable results.  Since 1991, Toyota has contributed more than half a billion dollars to philanthropic programs across the U.S.

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Mommy Blog Expert & Hubbie Interviewed at World-Class Food & Wine Event

Good Food & Wine

Last evening my hubbie and I attended the 2012 International Food & Wine Festival (IFWF) which was sponsored by Royal Wine Corp at the luxurious Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles.  I'm still drafting an in depth wrap-up post for MommyBlogExpert about this world-class event that featured more than 100 kosher wine labels from around the globe and the most elegant and creative food imaginable prepared by Chef Todd Aarons of Tierra Sur at Herzog Wine Cellars in Oxnard, California.

My hubbie & I as we arrived at IFWF 2012

Meanwhile, I couldn't wait to share the video interview my husband Shlomo and I did with Sharon Fronen at this exquisite event on February 15 for What's New LA a video blog about news and events in the Los Angeles community.

Click on the arrow above to view the What's New LA interview -- make sure your speakers are on for audio. You'll hear and see hubbie and me about halfway through this video clip.

This was certainly a night to remember. Stay tuned for another MBE post soon with lots more details and photos from this event.

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