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While most of us worry about contracting germs while touching public toilet seats, according to a new study at the University of Arizona, the toilet seat is the least of our worries. Research conducted by Dr. Charles Gerba revealed the following startlingly results:
-    The average toilet paper dispenser has more than 150x the amount of bacteria than the  average public toilet seat
-    The average paper towel dispenser has more than 50x the amount of bacteria than the average public toilet seat

These factors, coupled with increased concerns for sanitary conditions due to the flu season and the H1N1 epidemic, can make using the public restroom a  risky situation. However, thanks to today’s technologically, you don’t have to risk your health and safety every time you step into a public restroom.

Here’s what you can do to address this problem:

Utilize touchless or automatic dispensers
Public health experts recommend installing touchless (or automatic) dispensers wherever and whenever possible.  By removing the place germs are most likely to hang out (ie the handles of the dispensers, where people touch the most), you are removing the risk factor associated with these devices. Touch free paper towel dispensers, toilet paper dispensers, faucets, and soap dispensers are well worth the added cost to keep everyone happy and healthy. Not only are they healthier, but they will actually save you money in the long run due to the controlled distribution of products.

If touchless dispensers are not available, grab your paper towels before you begin to wash your hands
This eliminates the risk of  re-exposing your hands after they are freshly washed. Also, grab two extra paper towels – one to grab the faucet and one to grab the door on the way out.

Look for the Hand Sanitizer Dispensers on the way out
Thankfully, many public facilities are now placing instant hand sanitizer dispensers right out side of their restrooms. Always stop to grab some if it is available.

For most of us, we are slightly disappointed to see air hand dryers in public restrooms after washing our hands. Environmental friendly factors set aside, those air dryers are just not as effective as old fashioned paper towels at getting our hands dry.  According to a  study by Effect Measure, an independent group of senior public health practitioners, you may have one more reason to be disappointed to see those dryers – every time you use an air dryer, the amount of bacteria on your hands increases by 254% and on the finger pads by 194%.

Additionally, most of the older hand dryers in use (and even some of the newer ones) have an internal screen that should be changed every 1-2 weeks. Unfortunately, most are lucky if they are changed every 1-2 years. This sad reality is not only is a waste of energy, but also keeps more bacteria, germs, and viruses trapped in the dust on the screens, which then is blown directly onto our hands when we dry them.

With the flu epidemic continually gaining momentum, the safety of hand dryers became a major concern at many universities, schools, and other densely populated facilities. At the schools where outbreaks occurred, they became a big enough concern that health department officials ordered them removed and replaced with paper towel dispensers.

If a restroom you use still has a dryer, public health practitioners recommend to wash your hands, skip the dryer, and then dry your hands with napkins, paper towels, etc. in the vicinity.

With flu season in full gear, this is one product that stands to potentially be your new best friend.  This hospital grade disinfectant tops ToiletPaperWorld.com’s list of Products We Love for several reasons:

Effective against the toughest (and most persistent) Viruses & Bacteria
When you disinfect with Lysol IC, you are reducing your risk against HIV-1 (AIDS virus), staph, strep, and salmonella. Additionally, this product is also effective against the H1N1 (swine flu) virus. Therefore, when you opt to use this Lysol disinfectant, you, your coworkers, your colleagues, and your customers are more likely to stay healthier, longer.

Its even environmentally friendly!

Sometimes, our most effective products in terms of effectiveness also carry the most potential danger to our bodies. Thanks to the outstanding work by Lysol, they are now proud to say Lysol IC contains no harmful CFC’s and is registered with the EPA.

Extraordinary Value – Concentrated Disinfectant Cleaner
There’s nothing more we love than a great steal and this product is no exception. Lysol IC Quaternary Cleaner comes in a highly concentrated formula, giving you more bang for your buck.

If we don’t have you convinced by now, try it yourself! We completely stand behind it. Visit ToiletPaperWorld.com for low, bulk prices on Lysol IC Disinfectant Cleaner and many other disinfectant cleaners.

You asked, we listened.  Thanks to everyone who had requested more green, recycled products and eco-friendly cleaners! We are pleased to announce ToiletPaperWorld.com will now add the following product lines to our list of Eco-Friendly Products:  (Select Items from each line are ON SALE this week, 10/19-10/25)

Nature’s Source Cleaning Products
The skeptics of the effectiveness of green cleaning products have finally met their match with Nature’s Source Cleaners.  These natural cleaners (made only from organic ingredients such as plant-based cleaners, purified water, lactic acid, and corn-based ethanol) are the first products to earn the GREEN Good Housekeeping Seal. This denotes Natures Source products as meeting the  traditional Good Housekeeping Seal standards, plus an additional set of Green requirements.  From the makers of Windex & Scrubbing Bubbles, Nature’s Source Product Line includes: Glass & Surface Cleaner, All Purpose Cleaner, Toilet Bowl Cleaner, & Bathroom Cleaner.

Atlas Green Heritage Toilet Paper
This line of recycled paper products bears the ultimate mark of eco-friendliness: The Green Seal.  All Green Seal products are made from 100% recycled paper, are chlorine free, and are biodegradable.  Plus, the use of Green Heritage products qualifies you for L.E.E.D. certification points!  Recycled Products include: 1 ply toilet paper, 2 ply toilet paper,  jumbo toilet paper, and super jumbo toilet paper

Boardwalk Green Recycled Paper Products
For those of us that would like to go green but may not have the financial resources necessary to do so, this new line of eco-friendly, natural  & recycled toilet paper and paper towels is the perfect solution. An environmentally conscious and economically smart choice, Boardwalk Green & Boardwalk Green PLUS (the premium line) offer a variety of 1 ply toilet paper, 2 ply toilet paper, jumbo bathroom tissue, multi fold paper towels, C Fold Paper Towels, S Fold paper towels, & hardwound paper towels.

As always, thank you for your continued support of these green, natural, & biodegradable products and of ToiletPaperWorld.com.  We are thrilled to have you as a customer.

Keep your kids smiling all year round with these flu safety tips!

Kids (and parents!) have one more reason to dread going back to school this year – fear of contradicting the dreaded swine flu (H1N1) virus, especially given the fact the highest number of swine flu cases occurred in those between the ages of 5-24. Luckily, since schools broke for the summer last May, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has learned much more about the H1N1 virus and has published a new list of precautions that if followed, will significantly reduce the chances of another outbreak from occurring and will also keep students (and teachers) safely in the classroom. Follow the steps below to ensure a healthy and happy school year for all:

Stay home for at least 24 hours even after flu-like symptoms disappear
Once the symptoms of the flu disappear (fever, nausea, etc.) remain home for at least an additional 24-hours. Just because you feel 100%, doesn’t mean the flu has disappeared 100% from your body. Give it an extra 24 hours to be safe. Additionally, children under 5 years old and children in high-risk, high-contact facilities (daycare or childcare) should give themselves additional time to fully recover.

Practice good hand hygiene
The quickest and fastest way to spread the flu is through hand contact. Wash hands with soap & water for AT LEAST 20 SECONDS; especially every time you cough or sneeze. Teach your children to sing “Happy Birthday” to themselves twice when washing their hands as a good rule of thumb for a 20-second time frame.

Use Alcohol-based Hand sanitizers
The best hand cleaners are alcohol-based and contain at least 60% alcohol, such as Clorox Instant Hand Sanitizer.  If the school’s policies do not allow alcohol based hand cleaners, alternative sanitizers should still be used, such as Care Wipes Alcohol-Free Wipes, however they will not be as effective.

Wipe ALL surfaces with disinfectants
Keyboards, doorknobs, and table tops are just a few of the most common places the flu virus can be spread from if touched. Therefore, these surfaces should be disinfected routinely. Try Clorox Disinfecting Wipes to easily tackle this important task.

The Swiffer Duster with Extendable Handle

When I was a kid, “dusting” was always an interesting concept. Every week I would “clean” the dust off of picture frames, counter tops, and various other places with a feather duster, and then have to go back and do the same thing all over again the next week. Really all I was doing was moving the dust around, putting it back into the air, and thus affecting my allergies.

I can now stop wasting my time thanks to the Swiffer Duster. Theses dusters work great because the fabric actually traps the dirt and dust, instead of just moving it around with feathers. I like to use the extendable handle version to get high areas, such as dusting off cabinet tops and ceiling fans. The handle is also bendable so you can lock it at an angle to get hard to reach spots (I use this feature when cleaning cabinet corners and baseboards.) Then when you’re all done, simply toss the Swiffer refill away and pop a new one on.

Thanks you Swiffer for making my life easier once again!

In a previous lifetime, I used to work for great catering company that taught me what it really means to do hard work.  In my time there, one of the most hated and dreaded tasks by the staff was always scrubbing the greasy grill top and cleaning the grimy oven.  We would ACTUALLY pick straws to determine what unlucky soul’s duty it would be to perform this necessary evil.

Recently I discovered Mr. Muscle Oven & Grill Cleaner.  Like its name suggests, it conveniently does all the muscle work for you, leaving your job to just spray and wipe.  I was amazed at how an aerosol can could be so powerful!

Its institutional level formula clings to the toughest grease and grime, breaking it apart and thus allowing for a quicker, easier scrub down.  I’d recommend this for use on any oven, grill, broiler, hood, pot, pan, or even fryer. If this product had been around in that previous lifetime, I would have considered myself the lucky one to pull that shortened straw at the end of the night.

You know these stains well. Their green, they smell like the lawn, and they’re the result of a great game or a tumble

Stain Fighting Tips for Laundry Day

down the hill. Grass stains are a part of life, but just because they get on your clothes doesn’t mean you still can’t go out and play. Getting rid of grass stains can be easy and effective and for every stain, there is a solution. So don’t worry. You can easily get it out and get those play clothes ready for more action.

First, apply a prewash treatment product to your stain and let sit for about 15 minutes. For a more natural approach, you can use a solution made up of one part white vinegar to two parts water. Use a toothbrush to work the liquid into the area. Finish with a quick wash using an enzyme detergent, which breaks down proteins and lifts the stain from your garment. For nonwashables, apply a store-bought stain fighter like Shout or Zout and let sit for about 15 minutes. Next, use an eyedropper and vinegar to remove any remaining color. Finally, flush the area thoroughly with cool water.

Sounds easy, right? Give it a try on your next load of laundry.

With the CDC confirming that H1N1 (Swine Flu) has surfaced in over 5 states, everyone is on alert. A mutated strain of Influenza, H1N1 (Swine Flu) is contagious and dangerous if not treated quickly and effectively. However, there are ways to prevent getting sick.

1) Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

2) Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

3) Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.

4) Try to avoid close contact with sick people- Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people. If you get sick, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.

Stock up on all your antibacterial hand soap, hand sanitizer, and disinfectant cleaners at ToiletPaperWorld.com.

Springtime is a great time for cleaning, especially if you like to keep it natural. As the grass gets greener and flowers start to bloom, use nature as your inspiration and use natural cleaners to assist you in your spring cleaning tasks in a way that is both safe for your family and effective for ridding your home of dirt, dust, and grime.

ToiletPaperWorld.com offers a great selection of Green Cleaners, perfect for restoring your home to its natural beauty without being harmful on the environment. Made from all natural materials and designed to pack a powerful cleaning punch without the harsh chemicals, the natural cleaners from ToiletPaperWorld.com are the perfect addition to your cleaning closet or cabinet this season. Just take a look at some of our favorites:

Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner

Free from bleach and other harmful abrasives, this all-purpose cleaner is perfect for cleaning up all of life’s little messes, spills, drips, scuffs, and dirt. Fresh lemon scent, biodegradable, and non-toxic.

Clorox Green Works Glass Cleaner

For sparkling window panes, mirrors, and tabletops, use Clorox Green Works Glass Cleaner. Made from natural ingredients and perfect for cutting through dust, dirt, grime, and smudges on all of your favorite glass, stainless steel, or appliances.

Clorox GreenWorks Bathroom Cleaner

Cleaning power with a touch of Mother Nature is what Clorox Green Works is all about. Its powerful formula is derived from the most effective natural sources, such as coconut-based cleaning agent, essential lemon oils, corn-based alcohol and biodegradable preservative. Works on tough stains such as soap scum, hard water and rust to get your bathroom sparkling.