Abstract: A shower drain tool includes a blade for engagement with the ribs on the internal surface of a shower drain. The tool also includes a stabilizer plate connected to the blade to seat the tool on the drain and prevent the tool from falling through the drain into the drain pipe. The tool further includes one of various tool adapters. The tool adapter can be a nut to be spanned by an adjustable or open-end wrench, or a hole into which a socket wrench drive or the tip of a breaker bar or T bar can be inserted, to rotate the tool. The tool adapter can also be a pipe wrench extension so that a pipe wrench can be used to rotate the tool. Alternatively, the tool can include a device, such as a T bar, integral with the stabilizer plate to rotate the tool.

Abstract: A device to detect the position of the toilet seat and alert the user by means of a visual signal. It consists of housing mounted on the underside of a toilet seat cover (3). The housing encloses a light source (4), the circuit (5) and power source (11) required to energize the source and a mechanically operated sensor device (7), which detects the position of the seat If the seat is up, the sensor device detects the position of the seat whereby sending the appropriate signal through the electronic circuitry to gently illuminate the seat cover with the light source (FIG. 2). The device has the built-in feature, which prevents it to activate the light source when both seat and cover are in horizontal down position, thereby conserving the power in the batteries which are used as the power source (FIG. 3).

Abstract: A boat-supported water misting and cooling apparatus, the boat including tubular framework closely associated with the useful open areas of the boat. The apparatus includes a plurality of water misting nozzles each of which discharge pressurized water as a very fine mist. A flexible water (micro) tubing is operably connectable to each misting nozzle for dispensing pressurized water therefrom, the water tubing also being connectable at the other end thereof to a pressurized water source. Retaining clips are each connectable to a section of tubular framework to support the misting nozzles and water tubing adjacent each open area of the boat whereby mist discharging from the misting nozzles is distributed to cool occupants within each misting zone by evaporation substantially before skin or boat surface contact thus avoiding any substantial water buildup.

Abstract: A toilet skirt for being positioned around a toilet base and absorbing any moisture that collects thereat. The toilet skirt is a body member that has a pair of moisture absorbent layers that sandwich a moisture impervious layer between them. A plurality of pleats are located on the top moisture absorbent layer and a perforation seams passes between a first side of the body member and the pleats. The perforation seam and the pleats allow a portion of the top layer to fit around the sides of the toilet base in turtleneck fashion to collect moisture therefrom.

Abstract: A portable squat support (10) for supporting a user in an advantaged posture to facilitate defecation while on a toilet. Included is an elongate, cushioned, horizontal upper body support (22) and upright members (12) for supporting the body support in front of the toilet so that the user's forward leaning upper body is supported on the body support. A footrest (24) is connected to the upright members and positioned below the body support for supporting the user's legs in an elevated bent position. A footrest height-adjusted for vertically adjusting the footrest is included. A height scale (36A) having graduated marks that represent heights of potential users is displayed on the squat support. The marks are arranged cooperatively with the height-adjuster for guiding a user to vertically adjust the footrest to a predetermined position that is particularly advantageous for the user according to the user's height. A device for adjusting the footrest at selective pitch angles is also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a safety system including first and second elongated tracks adapted for connection to a wall. A first housing is mounted on and slidably moveable along the first track. A first safety belt is retractably mounted within the first housing, and a first coupling structure is connected to the first safety belt. The safety system also includes a second coupling structure slidably movable along the second track. The second coupling structure is adapted to interlock with the first coupling structure.

Abstract: A module structure toilet room (1) is disclosed. The toilet room is built from module parts (49-52) containing functional units in the form of a toilet bowl (8), a fecal tank (7), a heat exchanger (61), a water tank (13), etc. Each module has connection conduits with quick release couplings for interconnecting the functional units and means for direct mounting of the module parts on the bearing structure of the train wagon. The module parts also have fixed/releasable coupling means (78) for mounting the fitting elements in the form of wall coverings and the like.As the functional units may be built and tested before the final mounting in the train wagon (2), considerable savings may be obtained in the mounting time of the train wagon. Furthermore, the module structure enables the toilet room 1 to be used in several different types of train wagons (2). Furthermore, servicing may be accomplished easily as the functional units are built together and may easily be jointly replaced.

Abstract: The hand support device comprises a structure mounted to a bathroom wall over the commode or urinal. The support device comprises a generally flat base portion and a horizontally extending adjustable post mechanism attached to the base portion. Adjustable post mechanism is mounted between a palm contact substrate and a brace. The post mechanism includes a hollow horizontal tube having a horizontal rod adjustably disposed within the tube. The tube is formed with a plurality of apertures of a diameter for selectively receiving a spring-loaded pin formed on a surface of the rod to establish a plurality of hand support positions. One end of the adjustment rod contains a ball bearing embedded within a brace partially in the base plate thereby allowing the post to pivot about a vertical and horizontal axis.

Abstract: The process of the use of a bidet and an antiseptic brush in combination with an anti-viral, anti-bacterial, skin cleanser, leads to an anti-sepsis of the anal area of the buttocks. This process could reduce risk of serious disease such as meningitis, hepatitis and many other diseases that may lead to loss of life.

Abstract: A temperature confirmation mechanism is disclosed for use with water supply equipment. The temperature confirmation mechanism allows a user to confirm the temperature of the water before causing water to spout from the water supply equipment. The temperature confirmation mechanism includes a conduit having a shallow portion formed around a conduit. A water supply communicates with the conduit to supply water to the water supply equipment. An enclosing member creates a chamber by enclosing the shallow portion around the conduit. Further, the enclosing member is rotatable around said shallow portion. A communication hole fluidly connects the conduit and the chamber. A temperature confirmation hole is provided in said enclosing member. As such, water exiting the temperature confirmation hole may be tested before the user spout water from the water supply equipment. In one embodiment, the diameter of the temperature confirmation hole is larger than the diameter of the communication hole.

Abstract: A sink strainer clamp comprises a body, a pair of opposing arm segments telescopingly engaging said body with each of said arm segments having an arm extension with a first end for engaging the interior surface of a basin, and interchangeable adapter fittings removably attached to said body with each adapter fitting adapted for engaging a different strainer configuration. The body incorporates an internal spring for outwardly biasing the arm segments so that the arm segments can be compressed against the spring to facilitate placement of the clamp within a basin. After placing the clamp within a basin, the adapter is aligned to engage the strainer of the basin and the arm segments are then released to securely retain the clamp within the basin. A retaining nut which mounts the strainer to the basin can then be removed by the person who installed the clamp.

Abstract: Mounted on a toilet lid is a lamp, a battery, a gravity switch and a light sensor, whereby the lamp is automatically lit in the absence of light when the toilet lid is raised, and is automatically extinguished when the light sensor senses light or when the toilet lid is lowered to rest on the toilet seat.

Abstract: A new toilet tank assembly aquarium for housing aquatic creatures. The assembly includes a toilet bowl assembly with a toilet tank assembly coupled to the toilet bowl assembly. The toilet tank assembly has a top, a front, a back, and a pair of sides. The front, back and sides of the toilet tank assembly define an interior space with the top of the toilet tank assembly having an opening into the interior space of the toilet tank assembly. A toilet water reservoir is located in the interior space. A lid substantially covers the opening of the top of the toilet tank assembly. The front of the toilet tank assembly is generally transparent.

Abstract: A unique sound system installed inside a toilet tank lid adapted to be used with any standard size toilet tank. This sound system which features AM & FM radio, a tape cassette player and/or a CD player. A loudspeaker system similar to any sound system available in the market helps to enhance the quality of sound. The entire system is designed to be water resistant in order to avoid electrical hazards. This audio system can be installed inside a ceramic, plastic, wood or metal cover for toilet water tank. This sound system is designed in such a way so that it can be installed in any toilet water tank available in the market. One only needs to replace the top (cover) of the conventional toilet water tank. The cover for the sound system which is identical to the cover for conventional toilet water tanks can be installed in any residential or commercial facilities. The toilet sound system can function with batteries or electrical outlet power.

Abstract: A toilet seat includes a substantially rigid lid coupled to a pliant top. The seat seals against the rim of the standard toilet bowl and forms a pressure-adjustable cavity with the bowl and the surface of the water. Once sealed, the seat is pumped to inject air into the cavity, thereby increasing the pressure in the cavity to cause a flush operation. The lid and top each have one way pressure valves permitting air to flow into the cavity as the top is pumped. In another embodiment, the toilet has a standard toilet seat and is connected to a vacuum source via a selectively operable valve. The valve is selectively operable between an open state and a closed state, the open state creating a fluid communication path between the vacuum source and the void volume, the closed state providing a substantially airtight seal between the void volume and the vacuum source.

Abstract: A hygiene safety guard that enables male urination without the penis to be placed inside the lavatory bowl when the person is in the process of defecation. This could prevent infection of the urinal tract within the penis which could lead to serious complications. The hygiene safety guard also enables female urination and it would also prevent the dirty water from splashing upward during male and female urination.

Abstract: A device for producing a moving target on the surface of the water in a toilet bowl. The target is an illuminated pattern, words or design visible in all light conditions and emanating form a housing mounted onto the toilet itself or a wall or ceiling above the toilet. The target may change position continuously or discontinuously.

Abstract: An electronic position signal device (10) that, when attached to a toilet lid (80), provides an audible and/or visual signal to indicate that toilet lid (80) is in an upright position. Position signal device (10) comprises a battery-powered electronic signaling module (20) with a transducer (30) for generating audible and/or visual signals similar to those used in greeting cards, and a position-sensitive switch (40). When position signal device (10) is used as a toilet lid position signal, position-sensitive switch (40) is a gravity-actuated switch which is closed (44) when the toilet lid position signal is in an upright or vertical position and open (42) when the toilet lid position signal is in a horizontal position. Closure of switch (40) activates signaling module (20) thereby causing transducer (30) to generate an audible and/or visual signal. Three gravity-actuated versions of switch (40) are described for bridging a gap between contacts (26A and 26B) which commonly are part of signaling module (20).

Abstract: A stowable and deployable toilet arrangement provides a moveably configured toilet that may be deployed by a user, used, and subsequently stowed into an alcove until next required for use. The toilet includes a discharge port for discharging wastes from the toilet. The discharge port is coupled by an extendible discharge tube that is coupled to a suitable waste receiving repository such as a cesspool or a sewer system. A friction reducing arrangement is included to enable the toilet to be easily rolled from a stowed position to a deployed position, and visa versa. The toilet arrangement may also include a linear actuator to automatically deploy or stow the toilet when a user activates a switch.

Abstract: A bracket with a central portion and extended end portions, each end portion fitting in a space between the hinge assembly and rear edge of the seat ring on a toilet bowl, for mounting of a light on the central portion, between the hinge assemblies, so that the bracket and the attached light pivot with the seat ring as the seat ring is raised and lowered.

Abstract: A diaphragm switch having a lower contact on the upper, interior, surface of a flexible membrane is pressed upward against an upper contact when the membrane is displaced upward by a rising water level. Closing of this diaphragm switch completes an electrical circuit including a power source, an annunciator, and wiring causing an alarm to be sounded indicating that a certain water level has been attained. The alarm may be silenced with release of an on/off switch or the alarm, attached by suction to an interior surface of a bathtub wall, may be displaced upward or removed. Catching the on/off switch sets the alarm and a visual indicator light may indicate this state. The top surface of the alarm may be a platform for a soap bar. The entire alarm is waterproof. Different standard sized batteries and appropriate enclosures permitting replacement are suggested.

Abstract: An electronic potty training apparatus which visually and audibly amuses a child. The electronic potty training apparatus comprises a support frame removably attachable to a toilet, an audible rewarding system for audibly rewarding and amusing a child, and a rotatable target wherein the target provides visual amusement, an instructional focal point and a triggering mechanism for triggering the audible rewarding system.

Abstract: A coordinated decorative bath ensemble that is both beautiful and functional. The coordinated decorative bath ensemble comprises a decorative tissue paper storage receptacle, a waste container basket skirt, a clothes hamper skirt, a towel skirt, a cover for the toilet tank lid, a cover for the toilet bowl seat lid, a decorative scarf, and a decorative panel. Although the coordinated decorative bath ensemble contains numerous articles, the ensemble produces a single effect. The single effect is a beautiful, color and pattern coordinated bathroom. The decorative tissue paper storage receptacle makes new rolls of tissue paper readily accessible to the user.

Abstract: A toilet instruction method and apparatus is described in which toilet use is monitored and one or more audible messages is produced which instruct users of the toilet regarding next steps in toilet use and hygiene. The apparatus includes a housing which is removably attachable to the toilet. A switch arm extends from the housing and is coupled with the toilet flush handle. An audio speaker is partly enclosed within the housing and produces the audible messages. Electronic circuitry enclosed within the housing receives a switch activity signal indicative of the position of the switch arm and responsively activates production of the audible messages. The electronic circuitry includes a message storage unit for storing a plurality of messages.

Abstract: A thermochromic urinal display apparatus and method for displaying a message when activated by a warm urine stream and terminating the display when the apparatus is rinsed with cool rinse water. A urinal display screen is disclosed with advertisement, slogans, public service messages either painted, printed, screened or incorporated onto the urinal display screen using thermochromic paint, ink, film or decal. The urinal display screen is placed so that the thermochromic display is above the water line in the urinal reservoir. The warm urine stream activates the thermochromic paint to induce opaqueness or clarity to reveal advertising slogans, public service messages to the user. Once flushed the cool water from the urinal rinse deactivates the thermochromic paint so that it returns to its original state thereby becoming opaque to conceal an underlying message from the next user.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a toilet tank having articles holding slot which comprises a rectangular toilet tank for the flushing of toilet and a toilet tank cover for covering the toilet tank. A right wing and a left wing extend backwardly from and perpendicularly to a back wall of the toilet tank respectively. A bottom support is horizontally connected between the right and left wings so as to incorporate with the right and left wings and the back wall to form a rigid "I" shaped construction that can resist transverse and longitudinal stress with the minimum parts and constructing material and the minimum manufacturing cost. Thus, the bottom support and the upper portions of the back wall, the right wing and the left wing define a receiving room therebetween.

Abstract: A metering dispenser for bubble bath which may be optimally positioned and anchored within a drain of a bath tub is disclosed. The bubble bath dispenser comprising: a container body having a bottom portion having a bottom sidewall and adapted to closely seat within and across the bath tub drain; a central portion adapted to peripherally surround the drain and sealingly seat on the interior bottom side portion of the bath tub; a top wall portion extending upwardly above and around the central portion; and, a cover adapted to seat on the top wall portion of the container body. In the preferred embodiment the dispenser has an overall disk shape and a layered appearance decorated with light markings giving it an unidentified flying object appearance which appeals to young children.

Abstract: A toilet training system in which a decal having a background scene imprinted thereon is adhesively fixed to a toilet lid and a plurality of appliques, each of which depict an entity belonging to the aforementioned background scene, are provided as individual rewards for a successful potty experience. The child attaches the appliques to the decal to build up a scene.

Abstract: A wall mounted waste receptacle including a housing having an enlarged opening extending into a hollow interior thereof mounted to a wall area at least four feet above a ground area. The hollow interior has an upper opening and a lower opening. The lower opening has a threaded pipe extending downwardly therefrom. A free end of the threaded pipe extends within an existing drain pipe. A water dispenser is coupled with the upper opening of the housing and with a water supply. The enlarged opening is dimensioned for a user's face to be placed therein for vomiting. The water dispenser will wash away the vomit.

Abstract: A waterproof urinal mat which contains humorous or informational messages printed or coated over with thermochromic inks. The mat is formed to fit in a urinal, such that included text and artwork printed onto the mat with temperature sensitive, thermochromic inks display multiple images at an ambient temperature and upon being contacted with urine or flush water. In alternative arrangements, thermochromic inks of selected activation temperatures are variously printed onto the substrate in relation to an opaque image before coating the substrate with a waterproof covering or laminate. Two or more images are thereby visible upon contacting the mat with urine and flush water. Apertures and protrusions at the mat prevent splashing and direct liquid flow relative to the images.

Abstract: An illuminating and annunciating device for a toilet having a bowl, and a seat which is movable between a lower seating position and an upper retracted position, includes an illumination unit for illuminating the bowl for nighttime standing urination. An annunciator unit generates an audible indication which reminds a user to move the seat from the retracted position to the seating position after use. A sensor activates the illumination unit and the annunciator unit when the seat is in the retracted position, and de-activates the illumination unit and the annunciator unit when the seat is in the seating position. The device is attached to the toilet seat or bowl, and the sensor includes a switch which is actuated by the other of the toilet seat or bowl when the seat is in the seating position. The annunciator unit preferably includes an audio module with a recording and playback capability for recording the audible indication as a verbal message, musical sequence, etc.

Abstract: A toilet-installed digital sphygmomanometer provided with retractable cuffs. A housing (36) is arranged laterally of a toilet seat and two occluding finger cuffs (62) different in size are mounted to associated respective sliders (70) in a manner movable relative to the housing (36). In use, one of the sliders is moved to permit a cuff (62), of a size suited to the size of the user's finger, to protrude out of the surface of the housing (36) for engagement by the finger. When not in use, all the cuffs are retracted within the housing so that the cuffs are kept clean. In another embodiment, a plurality of pivoting arms are hinged to the housing and the cuffs different in size are mounted, respectively, to the associated pivoting arms. In still another embodiment, a plurality of cuffs different in size are mounted to a revolving member journaled to the housing and a particular cuff is selected by rotating the revolving member.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus (26) for sampling urine at a toilet equipped with a standard water closet bowl fixture. An elongated urine sampling vessel (96) extending transversely of the bowl fixture is used. While supported in such a manner that the axis thereof extends horizontally and perpendicular to the vertical central plane of the bowl fixture, the urine sampling vessel (96) is moved along the inner surface of the bowl (16) of the fixture and is brought to an optimum sampling position in the bowl space (16A). As the urine sampling vessel is adapted to any fore-and aft and lateral deviation of the direction of urination of an individual, urine is effectively sampled even by a sampling vessel which is small in size. The sampling vessel (96) is mounted to an end of a swing arm (94) having a horizontal pivot axis. In a simplest form of embodiment, only rotational movement is imparted to the swing arm (94).

Abstract: A toilet seat alarm comprising a housing unit having pegs for insertion into a toilet seat, resembling a standard bumper placed on the underside of a toilet seat. A timing device-alarm, power source, speaker and position sensor are located within said housing unit. When the toilet seat is placed in the raised position, the position sensor activates the timing device-alarm which in turn causes the speaker to emit a series of beeps at predetermined intervals to alert the user to the position of the toilet seat.

Abstract: A new Bowl Glow System for providing toilet illumination by way of a phosphorescent member affixed to a toilet bowl rim. The device includes a phosphorescent member affixed to a toilet bowl rim.

Abstract: A battery operated, self-contained toilet alarm system may be attached to any movable member utilized for gaining access to the toilet for alerting adults in a household with small children that a toilet lid is open and thus presenting a danger of drowning or serious injury to the children utilizes a time delay switch contained in a housing (A) or as a part of a kit to deactivate the alarm for selected periods of time allowing the system to reactivate itself after the delay is over emitting a noise to alert adults within the vicinity of the toilet, even when the toilet lid is only partially open.

Abstract: A device which is specifically adapted to support a colostomy bag over the opening of a toilet. This device, which facilitates the cleaning of the bag by a user or a care giver, includes a support formed from a metallic wire. This metallic wire support has a first grasping end, a second grasping end and a circular spring formed therebetween. The first grasping end is adapted to removably grasp one rim of a toilet. Oppositely positioned from the first grasping end is a second grasping end. The second grasping end is adapted to removably grasp the opposite rim of the toilet. The centrally disposed spring functions to support the upper end of a colostomy bag. Thus what has been described is a device which can support a colostomy bag over the opening of a toilet.

Abstract: A toilet tank cover comprises two decorative figures. Discharge from the vent orifice of a cup type float valve flows up through the primary figure and out an exterior orifice to the secondary figure. The primary figure receives water discharge from the discharge vent of a cup type float valve. The discharge then flows through the primary figure to an emission point. At the emission point, the fluid is directed toward an opening in the second figure. The discharge flows through the secondary figure and drains directly into the waste standpipe of the toilet. The operation of the flush mechanism of the toilet is thereby monitored in an aesthetically pleasing fashion.

Abstract: A night light for a toilet is movement responsive, so that when the toilet seat is lifted up, the light turns on. The switch is preferably a mercury switch. The accessory pair of bumpers can be attached to the toilet seat to insure that the toilet seat is elevated high enough above the width of the light body.

Abstract: A decorative cover for a toilet comprises a fabric shaped by a plurality of ribs, the ribs pivotally mounted to the rear of the toilet seat. The ribs are of sequentially reduced configurations allowing for a fully nested relationship therebetween. The ribs are movable to a first nested relationship adjacent the water reservoir which collapses the cover and allows access to the toilet bowl. Upon movement of the nested ribs away from their nested relationship, the cover is extended between the water reservoir and towards the toilet rim. A fixed spacer cover encloses the space between the water reservoir and one end of the collapsible cover.

Abstract: A water diverter for installation in a flush toilet bowl includes a cylindrical body having a cone-shaped end with a chain attached to the peak of the cone. The chain includes a clip that can be inserted into a water distribution port of a rim of the toilet. The body may be hollow to contain disinfectant and have inlet and outlet holes therein. Alternate embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: An automatic talking potty apparatus includes a receptacle support assembly and a receptacle supported by the receptacle support assembly. A seating surface is positioned over the receptacle. A seated-child sensor assembly senses when a child has been seated on the seating surface. A control assembly is electrically connected to the seated-child sensor assembly. A gender-selection switch is electrically connected to the control assembly. A female-gender message device and a male-gender message device are selectively responsive to the gender-selection switch. The receptacle support assembly includes a set of legs and a receptacle-support ledge supported by the legs. The seating surface is a portion of a seat unit which includes an access slot and a retention groove for receiving a portion of the receptacle. The receptacle includes an upper flange portion which is passed through the access slot and is received by the retention groove in the seat unit.

Abstract: A padding system adapted for a sink including a sink insert having an open upper end, a closed lower end, a front wall, a rear wall, and two side walls. The sink insert is dimensioned for receipt within a sink. The closed lower end has a drainage aperture formed therethrough in a central portion thereof. The drainage aperture is disposed over an existing drain of a sink. The open upper end has a peripheral flange extending outwardly therefrom.

Abstract: A toilet system for reducing or eliminating the splash and noise normally associated with human waste as it falls and penetrates the surface of the water contained in a toilet bowl (10). This system includes a floating object or deflector (20) positioned at the surface of the water which functions to deflect the fall of the waste matter. An electrical circuit (1-6) generates an electromagnetic field, which interacts with the magnetic influenceable material of the deflector and/or a permanent magnet connected to the floating deflector. Interaction between the electromagnetic field and the magnetic influenceable material (e.g. iron) or permanent magnet allows the floating object to be maintained at a pre-determined, centralized and depth position on the surface of the water.

Abstract: A method of warming a toilet seat is described. Firstly, provide a toilet having a toilet seat and a pivotally mounted toilet seat cover. The toilet seat cover has a lower surface and a peripheral edge. The toilet seat cover is pivotally movable between a substantially vertical raised position and a substantially horizontal lowered position in which the lower surface of the toilet seat cover overlies the toilet seat. Secondly, secure a string of low voltage lights to the lower surface of the toilet seat cover adjacent the peripheral edge. Thirdly, position the toilet seat cover in a pivotal position parallel to the toilet seat when the toilet seat is not in use. Heat generated by the low voltage lights in proximity to the toilet seat warms the toilet seat in preparation for use.

Abstract: A plunger and brush dispensing toilet cover including a generally planar cover adapted to retrofit a reservoir of a conventional toilet. A circular cutout is formed adjacent a first end edge. The circular cutout has an associated periphery with a diameter greater than the diameter of a plunger for allowing the access thereof. A rectangular cutout is formed adjacent a second end edge. The rectangular cutout has an associated periphery with a length and width greater than the length and width of a toilet brush for allowing the access thereof. Also included is a circular template releasably coupled to the plunger. The diameter of the plunger template is greater than the diameter of the circular cutout. A rectangular template is releasably coupled to the toilet brush and has a length and width greater than the length and width of the rectangular cutout. Both templates are adapted to rest about the periphery of the cutouts of the cover whereby the plunger and brush depend from the cover within the reservoir.

Abstract: A toilet seat lid with a removably attached center portion allowing for custom enhancement is disclosed. The lid is comprised of an annulus, the center of which is a removable insert coverable by material bearing a design. Whenever desired, the insert may be removed from the annulus so that the existing material can be replaced by a new material. The insert may then be reattached to the annulus.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus (30) for sampling urine at a toilet (10) equipped with a standard water closet bowl fixture (12). An elongated, curved, urine sampling trough (32) having a U-shaped cross-section is used. For sampling of urine, the sampling trough (32) is positioned in the vertical central plane (46) of the toilet bowl fixture in such a manner that it extends obliquely between the upper front region and the bottom region of the inner space of the bowl (14). As the urine sampling trough (32) covers a substantial length in the vertical direction as well as in the fore-and-aft direction, the urine column hits on the sampling trough even when the trajectory of urine column is fluctuated in the vertical or fore-and-aft direction, whereby urine is effectively sampled. As the urine sampling trough is elongated and curved, it can be readily stored under the toilet seat when not in use.

Abstract: A new Bath Water Retainer and Toy for diverting bath water back into the bath tub while providing entertainment to a bathing child, thereby preventing water damage to the floor surrounding the bath tub. The device includes a first L-shaped member which removably couples to a bath tube edge, a water retaining wall along the edge of the first L-shaped member and projecting orthogonally, a second L-shaped member pivotally secured to the first L-shaped member providing a ledge within the interior portion of the bath tub for the child to place toys upon, a water collecting tray which captures water from the first L-shaped member and dispenses it through a water outlet nozzle in a stream, and at least one water wheel secured to the vertical portion of the second L-shaped member which receives the stream of water and rotates providing entertainment to the bathing child.

Abstract: A toilet lighting device is provided and consists of a illuminating unit within a toilet seat which will illuminate a toilet bowl, so that the toilet can be used in the dark. A radiating unit within a toilet seat cover can function as a night light when the toilet seat cover is placed in an upright position.