• Uncork that vinegar; it's not just for salads anymore.flaschenkorken image by covado from Fotolia.com
  
  Housekeepers and professional cleaners alike love vinegar for its amazing cleaning and disinfectant powers. You can use this versatile liquid to clean almost everything from ceramic tiles to vinyl fabrics, and it is a surprising ingredient in plenty of tasty treats from the kitchen; however, the best use for vinegar in many households is in the removal and prevention of mold.
  
  

Bathroom Tile Mold

• White vinegar is best suited for cleaning, and two cups poured into a spray bottle make for a very handy mold-fighting weapon for your bathroom shower and tile. Simply spray the affected areas with the white vinegar, and allow it to sit for three to four hours. Use a sponge to wipe away the mold, and rinse it thoroughly with clean water.
  
  

Mildew on Wood

• Sometimes unfinished wood patio and deck furniture develop a nasty case of mildew, which is mold in its earliest stages. Simply mix up a bucket with 1/2 cup of white vinegar, 1/4 cup of baking soda, 1 cup of ammonia and 1 gallon of water. Use a sponge dipped in this mixture to scrub the mildew away. Rinse the furniture with clean water after you have finished cleaning the mildew, and use an old bath towel to absorb any excess liquid.
  
  

Mildew on a Shower Curtain

• Your shower curtain may say it's waterproof, but that doesn't mean the constant exposure to moisture doesn't take its toll. When mildew or mold begins to form on the curtain, take action as soon as possible to stop the spread. In a spray bottle, combine 1/2 cup of white vinegar, 1/2 cup of lemon juice and 2 cups of water. Spray this mixture directly onto the affected areas of the shower curtain, and let it sit for 20 minutes. After allowing the mixture to soak into the mildew, use a sponge to wipe the mixture and the mildew off. Rinse the curtain with clean, warm water and allow it to air-dry.