Anti-microbial preparations for preventing the growth of bacteria, mold and mildew on surfaces; anti-bacterial preparations in the nature of a liquid preparation applied to textiles to prevent the growth of bacteria on textiles and the associated odor; deodorants and finishing agents for textiles; antifungal preparations in the nature of a liquid preparation applied to textiles to prevent the growth of mildew on textiles and the associated odor; all-purpose deodorizing preparations for household, commercial or industrial use; antimicrobial coatings to treat the growth of mold, mildew, bacteria and fungus on various surfaces; biostatic antimicrobial preparations for treating bacteria, mold, mildew, algae and yeast and for inhibiting growth of those organisms; microfiber towels impregnated with an antimicrobial treatment