Abstract: The apparatus and method for removably holding a tool on a container having a lip or edge. The apparatus includes a cradle having a substantial open front and top. A bridge or retainer bridges a substantial part of the open portion of the cradle at an opposite end but defines an opening sufficient to allow a tool handle to pass through. A connection or mount is positioned on the underside of the cradle for releasably mounting the cradle to the lip or edge of a container. The handle can easily be placed in the substantially open cradle with the retainer bridge preventing rotation of the handle vertically, the cradle preventing any movement of the handle transverse to the longitudinal axis of the cradle, but the holder allowing the handle to be slid along the longitudinal axis of the cradle into a holding position.

Abstract: There is provided a container system for the preservation and soaking of paint utensils and which is suitable for both brushes and paint rollers. The system includes a container preferably of a generally cylindrical configuration and a cover screw threadably engageable at one end thereof. The cover has a roller engaging member extending downwardly while a paint utensil support member is sized to fit within the container. The paint utensil support member has a plurality of hooks extending outwardly therefrom and which are vertically spaced apart to receive a variety of different size paint brushes. The roller engaging member extending downwardly from the cover top wall ensures the securement of a paint roller in a desired position.

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus which is engageable with at least a portion of a rim portion of an open paint can for holding a paint brush in a predetermined position which is at least one of over and within an opening of such paint can when such paint brush is not in use. Such apparatus comprises an arcuately shaped member having a predetermined length and a predetermined degree of curvature for securing such apparatus to such rim portion of such paint can in an operable position. Such arcuately shaped member includes a tongue portion having an arcuate shape in a length dimension. Such tongue portion being generally U-shaped in a depth dimension and is engagable within a groove portion of such rim portion of such paint can and into which a portion of a lid is disposed in a closed paint can.

Abstract: A paintbrush case (1) has a selection of paintbrushes hanging with brush handles (9) and having sides (3, 4, 21, 22) that open downwardly to reveal brush bristles (11) and to provide convenient access while the case stands reliably where positioned. Air vents (23) in tops and bottoms of the case aid drying of the brushes after they have been cleaned and prevent buildup of expanded gases from paint. In addition to convenience and efficiency for professional and do-it-yourself painters alike, a major use of this paintbrush case is keeping track of and caring for paintbrushes at construction sites.

Abstract: A holder or wrapper apparatus for paint brushes and other small tools is preferably made of a flexible, porous (breathable) material such as canvas or fabric, and may include a plurality of folding panels or flaps that fold over and fasten upon one another with hook and loop fastener portions. The retainer apparatus also includes a magnetic patch or insert that is itself covered with fabric or like material to prevent damage to metal finishes.

Abstract: A base includes a central member adapted to rest on a flat horizontal surface. A distal handle end support member for supporting a distal handle end of a toothbrush is configured to rotate relative to the central member. An elongated member extends outward from the distal handle end support member and is fixedly connected to the distal handle end support member. A dome is connected to a distal end of the elongated member and has a completely uncovered open mouth facing the base. A resting member is positioned annularly about the elongated member for leaning the toothbrush there-against near a head of the toothbrush when the distal handle end is supported on the distal handle end support member. The dome is positioned to cover the head of the toothbrush when the distal handle end is supported on the distal handle end support member and the toothbrush is leaning against the resting member. In another embodiment, the toothbrush holder is configured to hang on a wall.

Abstract: A new Brush Retaining System for suspending a paint brush over a paint can. The inventive device includes a handle assembly having a clipping means molded integrally therewith.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device which can support a plurality of paint brushes and/or paint rollers and enable them to drain in an efficient manner. In its broadest context, the present invention includes a housing having rear wall component and a container component. The container includes a bottom surface which is tapered inwardly toward a draining aperture. This draining aperture can be connected to a receptacle by way of a length of tubing. Thus, the user of the device can support it upon a wall or upon the edge of a bath tub. A number of brushes and/or paint rollers can then be supported within the container portion of the device and have any paint dripping therefrom run off into the bottom surface of the container through the tube and into a receptacle for disposal or reuse. The various components of the present invention, and the manner in which they interrelate, will be described in greater detail hereinafter.

Abstract: The present invention is an improved paint brush holder constructed from a single piece of plastic which spans the opening of a conventional paint can. On each end of the holder are hooked shaped fingers which secure to the perimeter receptacle of a conventional paint can. A slat which spans the paint can opening provides a surface area available for dragging a paint brush across allowing removal of excess paint. The inclined surface directs the excess paint to flow back into the paint can. The slat further provides a location for holding the paint brush wherein the wet portion of the brush is placed on the slat allowing excess paint to drip back into the container while the brush rests over the side of the can for ease of grasping. A horizontally disposed tab engages the underside of the perimeter receptacle which works in conjunction with the hook shaped ends to prevent movement of the device.

Abstract: A holder for securing an extension tube to a side of an aerosol container. The inventive device includes a center member having a slot for receiving the extension tube. A pair of arcuate arms extend from the center member and can be resiliently positioned about the container to secure the center member and associated extension tube thereto.

Abstract: A portable oral hygiene tool includes an ergonomically formed toothbrush for comfort, control and ease of use, encompassing a toothbrush body having a bristle head portion to accommodate changeable and renewable bristles to be discarded when they are past their time of effectiveness and to maintain the toothbrush sanitarily and hygienically. It also accommodates various sized bristles and firmness.

Abstract: A reversibly mounted holder for storing toothbrushes within a gap defined between a platform and an adjacent plate, the toothbrush being further attached to the holder by a coiled strap to prevent removal of the toothbrush from the immediate vicinity.

Abstract: A paintbrush with a built-in holder is provided, which consists of a heel portion, a handle extending from the heel portion, a plurality of bristles and a ferrule for retaining the bristles to the heel portion. A structure is in the handle for supporting the paintbrush in a paint bucket, so that the bristles are elevated above the paint within the paint bucket.

Abstract: A portable holder a container of paint, and the like, which is capable of being positioned at a multitude of locations on a ladder, or on other structures, which portability allows one to move the supply of paint from one location to another. The holder has it own dedicated, container or receptacle in which paint is poured from a paint can, which receptacle may be releasably latched to the holder itself, whereby the chances of spillage of paint is greatly reduced. The portable holder of the invention is also provided with a vertically-extending hook that is used for suspending the device from a rung of a ladder, or other supporting structure, and a horizontally-extending hook that is used for suspending a paint brush. A stop prevents the horizontally-extending hook from rotating when the vertically-extending hook rotates.

Abstract: A toothbrush assembly having a handle component and a brush component which in the storage mode of the assembly is housed within the handle component. In the brushing mode, the brush component is attached to the handle component and projects therefrom. The brush component is formed by a shank having a brush head anchored thereon, the shank terminating in a mounting plug. The handle component is formed by a hollow body having an elongated belly section in whose cavity the brush component is storable, the belly section flowing into an enlarged annular shoulder leading to a neck section adapted to socket the plug of the brush component. The handle body is contoured to define a concave fore depression at the junction of the shoulder and the neck section, and a concave aft depression at the junction of the shoulder and the belly section.

Abstract: A clamping device includes two clamping units. At least one of the clamping units includes a sheave having a pinion portion biased toward the other of the clamping units so as to hold an elongated piece between the clamping units, and a rack member engaging the pinion portion of the sheave. Preferably, each of the clamping units has a frictional clamping surface which presses against the elongated piece.

Abstract: A sanitary toothbrush holder is provided, which consists of a plate for mounting the holder to a flat vertical surface. A bracket extends outwardly from the plate, while a receptacle is formed on a forward end of the bracket. A roll of sanitary disposable plastic bags is rotatably carried in the bracket. The leading bag can be opened and positioned manually within the receptacle to receive a bristle head of a toothbrush. When the leading bag with the bristle head of the toothbrush is removed, it will protect the bristle head from collecting germs, dust and dirt when not in use.

Abstract: In the case of a holder for a toothbrush, which holder comprises a plate (1) to be attached to a wall and a holding element (7) extending, in the usage position, perpendicular to the plate, the plate (1) and the holding element (7) are pivotably connected to each other and there is provided, moreover, on the plate (1), a suspension device (3), in which a magazine (10) containing accessories for the toothbrush can be suspended. When the holding element (7) is pivoted out of the open position into the usage position, the holding element (7) grips over the suspension device (3) in such a way that the magazine (10) is protected against unintended detachment from the holder.

Abstract: A sanitary toothbrush holder is disclosed that is assembled from a single piece of sheet material to form a stable holder which positions the bristle end of the toothbrush away from any support surfaces. The holder is capable of occupying a flat state for convenient storage and shipping and an assembled state where it is ready for use. The holder includes at least two panels that are hingedly attached. An opening is provided in one of the panels to loosely receive and position the toothbrush so that excess water will drain sway from the bristle end thereby enhancing proper drying.

Abstract: A holder and utensil assembly for use by small children comprises a utensil having an elongated handle with a free end and an operative end. The utensil can be a toothbrush having a brush head at the operative end. The free end of the handle includes an enlarged shape that defines a sporting implement. The holder defines the shape of a human sporting figure and includes arms that extend outwardly and are sized and arranged to cradle the sporting implement shape. When the holder is mounted on a flat surface, such as a wall, the utensil can be attached to and removed from the arms typically through a narrow space provided between the hands of the arms.

Abstract: A removable toothbrush holder having a rear, T-shaped projection which fits into a permanent holder of somewhat C-shape for slidably supporting the projection. The holder has holes for receiving and holding toothbrushes. A vertically extending integral splash wall is formed on the holder to protect the permanent holder from contamination by toothbrushes. It also serves as a base for advertisements or instructions to guests.

Abstract: A combination paint wiping bar and rest for a paint brush has a blade edge and a pair of opposing beveled surfaces which act to funnel paint scraped from a brush into the open mouth of a paint can. These surfaces also aid in shaping the bristles into a wedge for the smooth and even application of paint. The bar is held in place over the open mouth of a paint can by means of two spring clips or, in an alternate construction, by use of an undulating rim which mates with the paint can's rim. Handles are provided for installing and removing the paint bar.

Abstract: A paint roller tray is releasably attached to a side rail of the ladder by means of a bracket and clamping mechanism, the clamping mechanism being releasably engageable to either side rail and slidable along the slide rail as the painter moves up and down the ladder. The paint roller tray comprises an enlarged receptacle portion and a relatively narrow rectangular support portion which is releasably mounted on the bracket of the ladder attachment, and a brush holder is provided for releasably securing a brush to the support portion when the brush is not in use.

Abstract: An adjustable holding device whereby different handled objects such as tools brooms and the like may be vertically hung. The holding device is adjustable and can retain handled objects of various widths. The adjustable holding device can either be directly mounted to a wall or can be retained in an elongated support bracket. The elongated support bracket can retain several adjustable holding devices, which allow several different handled objects to be hung vertically in side-by-side relation.

Abstract: A hygienic magnetic toothbrush mounting system is disclosed. The system includes a mounting member and at least one toothbrush. The toothbrush has a small thin sheet metal element of non-corrosive magnetic material secured to the back of the toothbrush handle. The mounting member is formed of translucent plastic and includes at least one recess for receiving the toothbrush. Each recess has a small, high strength permanent magnet secured into the mounting member such that the outer surface of the magnet is flush with the bottom of the recess. The recess is shaped to position the toothbrush laterally and vertically within the recess. The translucent configuration of the mounting member and the relatively small configuration of the permanent magnet and the sheet metal element permit easy visual inspection of said system to insure hygienic cleanliness of the system.

Abstract: A device for supporting forks adapted to be mounted over a fondue pot which has an opened top end surrounded by a peripheral ledge. The device includes a substantially vertical rod, a set of at least three legs extending radially from the rod, adjacent the lower end of the rod. Each leg has a hooking member at the end remote from the rod, that is, adapted to sit over the ledge of the pot and to removably grip the peripheral ledge of the pot. A disk-shaped plate is perpendicularly mounted on the rod adjacent the upper end of the rod. The plate is provided with a plurality of bays around its peripheral edge. Each bay is adapted to receive a fork over the pot in a substantially vertical direction. The plate is located at a level so that the forks are adapted to partly penetrate inside the pot and into the liquid in the fondue pot. The legs are adjustable in length to adjust to various dimensions of pots and are set on a horizontal plane.

Abstract: A holder for supporting an elongated object, such as a billiard/pool cue, in a generally upright position. The holder in one embodiment includes a body formed of a resilient flexible material molded as a single piece. The holder includes first and second normally co-planar side walls, each formed of a central leg and two spaced end legs. First and second flexible coupler members are joined to and extend between opposite ones of the end legs of the first and second side walls. Outward movement of the first and second coupler members away from each other as the body is urged over a support surface causes the first and second side walls to pivot inward to form a channel between the first and second side walls and the support surface for supporting an elongated object in a generally upright position. In an alternate embodiment, a planar wall member is releasably engageable between the side walls of the holder when the side walls are inwardly pivoted toward each other.

Abstract: A device for suspending one or more paint brushes within a container out of contact with the bottom of the container has a pair of slats disposed in side by side relationship and which are of sufficient length to span the container rim. A pair of spaced apart elastic bands encircle the intermediate regions of the slats and urge the slats together enabling paint brush handles to be gripped between facing surfaces of the intermediate regions. End portions of the slats diverge from each other at each end of the device. This enables spreading of the slats at one end of the device, to admit a brush handle, by manually squeezing the end portions at the other end of the device.

Abstract: A clip for holding a tool on a container in two positions is provided and consists of a curved U-shaped bracket transversely mounted to a handle of the tool. A mechanism, on the bracket, is for installing the bracket on the open rim of the container. In the first position the working head of the tool can be cantilevered over the open rim of the container. In the second position the working head of the tool can be depended down into the container. In both positions the handle of the tool is maintained in a convenient position for the user to readily grasp.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a paintbrush holder comprising a structure having a forward face, generally of constant width at the bottom region thereof, and tapering upwardly to a brush handle receiving slot which includes two arms either side of the slot which project forward of the face. The holder at the bottom edge includes a container engaging arrangement adapted to engage the rim of a conventional paint can and support the holder at an upwardly extending angle outwardly from the rim of the conventional paint can. Preferably, the paintbrush holder is of a one piece structure and can advantageously be made by injection moulding. In a preferred form of the invention, the paintbrush holder is nestable, one within the other, for convenient storage by various merchandisers.

Abstract: A clamp clamping a side of a container has a head portion and a pair of leg portions extending from the head portion and partially abutting opposite surfaces of the side of the container when in use. The head portion has support part angularly inclined to the leg portions. A first permanent magnet is mounted on the support part of the head portion in a manner whereby the magnet releasably holds a brush via the magnetic metal part of the brush over the lip of the container with the bristles of the brush over the open container and sloped downward from the handle of the brush, so that liquid on the bristles will drip into the container without befouling any of the brush, the container, or the proximate area of the container. A second permanent magnet is mounted on one of the leg portions of the clamp in a manner whereby the second magnet magnetically couples the clamp to a magnetic metal container.

Abstract: A paint brush holder to be attached to a paint can. The holder is an open topped container having an inner wall to conform to the outer surface of the paint can. The holder is suspended from the paint can. A brush scraper is attached to the open topped container to extend downwardly into the paint can. Projections on the brush scraper allow the removal of paint from a brush moved across the projections. The scraper may be removably attached to the open topped container or may be formed integrally with that container.

Abstract: A device for holding artists' brushes and the like having two pairs of opposed rows of reeds with their tips in close proximity, the reeds deflecting to support the handle of the brush at spaced apart points. The device permits the brushes to be stored horizontally to prevent draining of wet paint onto the handles, or in other attitudes that may be preferred by the user.

Abstract: A holder for supporting an elongated object, such as a billiard/pool cue, in a generally upright position. The holder in one embodiment includes a body formed of a resilient flexible material molded as a single piece. The holder includes first and second normally co-planar side walls, each formed of a central leg and two spaced end legs. First and second flexible coupler members are joined to and extend between opposite ones of the ends legs of the first and second side walls. Outward movement of the first and second coupler members away from each other as the body is urged over a support surface causes the first and second side walls to pivot inward to form a channel between the first and second side walls and the support surface for supporting an elongated object in a generally upright position. In other embodiments, the body is formed of two pivotally interconnected, rigid, planar strips having article support members formed at one end and clamp members at an opposite end.

Abstract: A foldable hook assembly (11, 30) for a paint brush (10) is described. A hook (20, 32) in foldable laterally on a body (12) of the brush so as to be out of the way when the brush is used for painting.

Abstract: A paintbrush caddy (50 or 150) embodying the concepts of the present invention utilizes a shelf plate (54,154) having a longitudinal length sufficient for supporting a paintbrush (80) thereon. The forward end portion of the shelf plate (54,154) may be affixed to a vertically depending apron (52,152) positioned at an obtuse angle (.alpha..sub.1) relative to the shelf plate (54,154) such that a paintbrush (80) supported on the upper surface of the shelf plate (54,154) is positioned at an acute angle (.alpha..sub.2) with respect to a horizontal reference when the caddy (50,150) is used. An upwardly extending stop plate (60,160) is also affixed to the shelf plate (54,154) at its forward end portion, and the stop plate (60,160) is penetrated by at least one drain aperture (66,166) that opens through the stop plate (60,160) at the level of the upper surface (54a,154a) on the shelf plate (54,154).

Abstract: A paintbrush holder and scraper fits onto the rim of an open paint can. A vartical member extends up from the rim and supports a projecting pin for engaging the hole in a paintbrush handle. When held by the pin, the paintbrush rests with the bristles draining into the can and resting against teh scraper. The scraper has a flat edge that also drains into the can for wiping excess paint off the bristles. The vertical member is removably joined to a rim cover member that covers the rim of the can to prevent paint from contaminating the rim. A snap lock arrangement secures the cover member to the rim of the can. The scraper is integral with the rim cover. A single vertical member may be used with many cover members of different sizes.

Abstract: Paintbrush holders which each include a first leg having a first end and a second end, the first end being attached to a brush support and a second leg, the second end being attached to a stabilizer which fits within the lid groove of a paint can.

Abstract: A monolithic one-piece body is releasably attached to a groove surrounding an open mouth of a paint container and has a top shelf that extends over that open mouth. A magnet is located in the top shelf and magnetically affixes a paint brush bristle ring to the top shelf in a manner which locates the paint brush bristles over the paint container open mouth. The top shelf can be parallel to a plane containing the open mouth, or can be tilted, and various magnet elements are used and are spaced at various locations to accommodate plural brushes or to locate brushes at various locations on the top shelf. The magnets are also located to automatically attract the brush to the desired location even if a painter is not watching where the brush is being placed on the top shelf.

Abstract: A toothbrush holder for infants including a casing body having a substantial contour of an animated character and an aperture at the top thereof, a back plate fitted to a back of the casing body, side portions projecting and integrally formed with a lower portion of the casing body with a space between the side portions, a holding arm pivotally engaged at the side portions and projecting outwardly from the space between the side portions and having a recess at an outward end for releasably holding a toothbrush therein, a lever projectable outwardly through the aperture, the lever being pivotally connected with an inward end of the holding arm and having a name-plate at a top end thereof, and a suction disk fitted to the back plate to thereby releasably fix the holder to a selected place.

Abstract: A multiple-use painter's tool comprises a semicircular plastic attachment which fits securely over the top rim of an open paint can. The tool has a flat shelf segment with a serrated edge useful for supporting or cleaning excess paint from a brush. A slit in the shelf is useful for cleaning a stirring stick. Attached to the outside of the tool is a painting tool holder and a scraping edge.

Abstract: A wall-mountable back brush (10) comprises a base (12), bristles (14, 16) thereon, and suction cups (20) secured thereto in adjustable spaced apart relationship. The base (12) is preferably curved in accordance with the curvature of the lumbar region.

Abstract: A paint brush and paint roller holder adapted to be releasably connectable onto the upright end wall of a paint tray. In one embodiment, the invention includes cooperating first and second molded members which are cooperatively clampable together on either side of the flange and end wall of the paint tray. The preferred embodiment is integrally molded as a single member. A generally horizontally disposed platform is positioned above the paint tray structured to support both a paint brush and paint roller separately, allowing free access to the paint by either brush or roller, and facilitating paint drippings therefrom to freely fall back into the paint tray. The upright main portion is structured to include lines of weakness for breaking away the portions therebelow to accommodate various standard paint tray depths.

Abstract: A device for suspending handled tools such as brooms, spades and rakes coising hook means and mounting means for said hood means, said mounting means defining a pivot axis for said hook means, said pivot axis extending substantially horizontally, said hook means having a front elevation which is substantially S-shaped and comprising a mounting shaft portion located in said mounting means so as to be pivotable about said horizontal axis, a linear portion extending substantially at right angles to said mounting shaft portion in a generally downward direction, a further portion extending in a substantially horizontal plane from said linear portion, said further portion being substantially C-shaped or S-shaped in plan view, and a hook portion extending from said further portion.

Abstract: A handle structure for a paint container, whereby the container can be safely held with one hand while dipping a brush into the container with the other hand. A threaded bolt means is actuable to draw a clamping component toward the handle structure for clamping the container securely to the handle structure. A section of the handle structure engages an outer side surface of the container to prevent the container from wobbling or deforming.

Abstract: An elongated squared-C channel extruded from a polymeric material carries one or more like-configured holding devices whereby different handled objects such as tools, brooms and the like may be hung vertically in side-by-side relation. The channel retains and allows selective positioning of the devices therealong and each device has fixed and movable gripping means which rely on gravity to produce a gripping force on the handle.

Abstract: A paint brush holder for placing in a paint bucket to be wholly enclosed therein comprises an open framework cylindrical structure shaped to conform to the shape of the paint bucket. A plurality of radially-directed prongs provide supports for the paint brushes and are provided at two different heights. A transverse bar functions as a lifting handle and a scraper bar for removal of excess paint from brushes.

Abstract: An accessory attaches to the bail of a paint can. It provides a wiping edge for wiping excess paint from the bristles of a paint brush. It also provides a brush-holding device for holding a paint brush that permits paint from the brush to drain into the container. The accessory further provides a paint-free carrying handle that lifts the can by the bail for balanced carrying while the brush is held in place.

Abstract: A toothbrush holder attachment for stand-up toothpaste dispensers which is readily fabricated from thin sheet material, and which may be carried by the dispenser ready for use in the usual dispenser merchandizing carton. Toothbrushes may also be packaged therewith. The attachment is characterized by having an effective width substantially that of the stand-up base of such dispenser so as to be mounted thereon prior to packaging of the dispenser in the usual rectangular merchandizing carton, wherein the attachment assists in stabilizing the dispenser in its carton, and also permits the prepackaging therewith of a toothbrush carried by the mounted attachment.

Abstract: Toothbrush holder 10 is formed from a single piece of sheet material and is easily folded along its fold lines 14, 18, 19, 28 and 29 into an isosolese triangular shape, with toothbrush openings 23 and 24 formed across the apex fold line 14. The toothbrushes 29 are inserted downwardly through the openings 23 and 24 and are supported in an upright attitude suitable for drying.