Abstract: A prefabricated shower bench for installation in a tiled shower includes an upper surface having a plurality of peripheral edges, and at least three sidewalls. Each sidewall has an upper edge and a lower edge. Each upper edge is connected along a corresponding peripheral edge of the upper surface. The lower edge of each sidewall terminates in a common plane. One sidewall includes a setback area along the entire lower edge which has a height greater than the height of a sidewall of a prefabricated shower module. The upper surface is horizontal or pitched downwards toward the shower module when the shower bench is installed adjacent to the sidewall of the shower module such that the sidewall of the shower module resides within the setback area, thereby preventing the weight of the shower bench from resting on the sidewall of the shower module.

Abstract: A combination for plumbing fixtures, particularly tiled floors with drains, is disclosed. An exemplary combination includes a substantially planar shower tray bonding disk on a flooring substrate and surrounded by a prefabricated polymer foam shower tray on the flooring substrate and at the circumference of the bonding disk. The disk includes an interior rim that defines a drain opening and a plurality of slotted openings for permitting mortar to penetrate the disk. The drain opening in the disk can thus be positioned at a drain cut out in the flooring substrate.

Abstract: A portable foldable toilet seat overlay apparatus, foldable between a first position and a second position, deploys from a carry case to position atop an existing toilet set and prevent user contact therewith. The device includes a plurality of tractive members disposed perpendicularly projected from a bottom surface to frictionally engage with the toilet seat when the device is deployed in the first position. Each of the plurality of tractive members is arranged on the bottom surface so as to seat adjacently in contact with opposing portions of the bottom surface when the device is folded to the second position, without inhibiting movement of the device to the second position. In at least one embodiment the device is antimicrobial and, in another, biodegradable for single or limited use.

Abstract: Embodiments include a water bonding device for electrically grounding a swimming pool. One embodiment includes a bonding electrode installed in a pool skimmer or pump strainer. The bonding electrode typically resides in a skimmer or strainer cavity, and a ground conductor coupled directly to the electrode extends out of the skimmer or strainer through a port. A plug assembly forms a water tight seal against the port and the ground conductor, providing a water tight access point for the ground conductor to enter the pool skimmer or pump strainer. The ground conductor is typically electrically connected to both the bonding electrode and a ground pole residing at ground potential.

Abstract: The urine specimen capture device includes a capture bowl for collecting a urine specimen, a mounting frame for supporting the capture bowl within a toilet bowl, and an analytic device connected to the capture bowl to analyze a property of the urine specimen in the capture bowl. The capture bowl includes a capture flange for capturing flush water discharged from a toilet bowl.

Abstract: A solution for cleaning and/or sterilizing one or more surfaces in a bathroom is provided. The sterilization can be performed using ultraviolet sources, which can emit ultraviolet radiation directed onto the surface(s). The cleaning can be performed using a fluid, such as water, that is flowed over the surface(s). The surface(s) can include at least a seat of a toilet and/or other surfaces associated with the toilet.

Abstract: A seal for a bathing enclosure includes a compliant member, a first member, and a second member. The compliant member includes opposing first and second sides defining a plurality of apertures. The plurality of apertures extend from the first side to the second side. The first member includes an inner surface configured to engage the first side of the compliant member. The second member includes an inner surface configured to engage the second side of the compliant member. A plurality of female members project from the inner surface of the first member through the plurality of apertures and a plurality of male members project from the inner surface of the second member through the plurality of apertures. The male members are configured to be received in the plurality of female members.

Abstract: An improved plunger having a true arch configuration and defining an interior cavity provides a body having a convexly dome shaped upper portion and a rectilinear truncated conic shaped bottom portion that defines a bottom orifice. Axial downward pressure exerted or a handle communicating with a handle attachment carried by the dome shaped upper portion causes the body to collapse to forcefully expel contents of the interior cavity outwardly through the bottom orifice and into a pipe or plumbing fixture. A flexible resiliently deformable exterior lip circumscribing the bottom orifice prevents leakage and the truncated conic shape of the bottom portion fluidically seals a toilet siphon jet to prevent loss of plunger pressure when removing clogs and obstructions.

Abstract: Spa side panels are trapezoidally-shaped and mounted in respective grooves defined by adjacent tapered corner pieces and their mounting brackets to accommodate differences in coefficients of expansion of the respective parts and prevent structural damage. Angled force transfer members are configured to mate with swept back side surfaces of a spa base pan to achieve a pedestal appearance, and the bottom surface of the base pan is constructed to reduce heat transfer to the spa support surface.

Abstract: A foldable, expandable, disposable receptacle, capable of collecting excreta without spilling, and containing it in a secure and sanitary fashion until disposal. The receptacle is slim, form-fitting and contoured, allowing the user to stand upright while urinating. The receptacle allows for modest undressing and prevents contact with any surface other than the floor. A receptacle of lightweight, pliable construction providing easy storage and one-handed manipulation.

Abstract: A shower curtain assembly includes a saddle that may be suspended from a shower rod. A plurality of curtains is provided and each of the curtains is removably coupled to the saddle. Thus, each of the curtains inhibits water from spraying outwardly from the shower. Each of the curtains is selectively removed from the saddle when each of the curtains becomes soiled. Thus, the plurality of curtains enhances cleanliness of the shower.

Abstract: A shower door assembly for removable installation in a shower enclosure comprises a rail assembly including a rail and being adjustable along a longitudinal axis. The rail assembly defines at least one longitudinally aligned T-track in a bottom of said rail wherein the T-track is at least partially defined by two opposed shoulders. At least two carriage assemblies are received in the T-track and movable along the shoulders. A shower door is attached to and depends from the carriage assemblies.

Abstract: Spa side panels are trapezoidally-shaped and mounted in respective grooves defined by adjacent tapered corner pieces and their mounting brackets to accommodate differences in coefficients of expansion of the respective parts and prevent structural damage. Angled force transfer members are configured to mate with swept back side surfaces of a spa base pan to achieve a pedestal appearance, and the bottom surface of the base pan is constructed to reduce heat transfer to the spa support surface.

Abstract: A concealed-shower drain assembly has a rigid vertical flange continuously joined in fixed orientation along one side of a rigid horizontal deck member. An opening in the horizontal deck leads to a sealed drain box on the underside of the deck. A drain pipe at the bottom of the drain box provides egress of waste shower water from the drain box. A removable access panel is supported in the deck opening by a plurality of support posts affixed to the interior wall of the drain box. A continuous gap between the periphery of the access panel and the sides of the opening in the horizontal deck provides a flow path for shower waste water into the drain box. The drain assembly can be securely attached in place in a shower stall by nailing or screwing the rigid vertical flange directly to the framing of the shower stall.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a pool heater including a housing, a first tankless heater, a second tankless heater, and a controller. The controller is configured to activate only the first tankless heater when a first condition is met, activate only the second tankless heater when a second condition is met, and activate the first and the second tankless heaters simultaneously when a third condition is met.

Abstract: A toilet configuration includes a toilet fixture, a detachable primary drain, and a detachable secondary drain. The primary and secondary drains can be assembled together or formed unitarily. The fixture includes a toilet bowl, a primary drain interface at a bottom of the bowl configured to permit liquid to flow from the toilet bowl into a detachable primary drain, and a secondary drain hole. The detachable primary drain fluidly is connected to the primary drain interface and is configured to be fluidly connected to a sewer pipe to discharge the liquid directly into the sewer pipe. A detachable secondary drain fluidly is connected to the secondary drain hole and is configured to be fluidly connected to the sewer pipe to discharge backed up fluid from the toilet fixture directly into the sewer pipe.

Abstract: A cover for a hot tub or spa is disclosed having a flat cross beam positioned across on a first axis of the tub, the flat cross beam having first and second ends, and being configured to support an interior cover, a curved joist disposed above the flat cross beam, and arranged in substantially the same plane as the cross beam, and pivotably connected to the flat cross beam at respective first and second ends, the curved joists being configured to support an exterior cover, a vertical connector engaged to the flat cross beam on one end and engaged to the curved joist on a second end, wherein upon applied motive force in a direction, the vertical connector is configured to collapse and flatten the exterior cover. A method of using the same is also disclosed.

Abstract: A system for flushing a toilet having a pump in fluid communication with a floatable, adjustably buoyant container by being connected with a tube to such floatable, adjustably buoyant container. The floatable, adjustably buoyant container is located inside the water tank of a toilet having a flapper covering the discharge hole in the tank of the toilet and is attached to such flapper. The pump provides a fluid less dense than water to the floatable, adjustably buoyant container and thereby raise the flapper and allow water to proceed through the discharge hole. When the fluid is allowed to leave the floatable, adjustably buoyant container, the flapper is lowered and again seals the discharge hole. An optional embodiment withdraws fluid from a normally inflated resilient container seated within the discharge hole to diminish the size of such normally inflated resilient container and thereby permit water to flow through the discharge hole.

Abstract: A urine wipe system includes a urinal is mounted on a wall. A housing has a rear wall, a front wall and a perimeter wall that is attached to and extends between the front and rear walls. The rear wall is mounted on the wall within 3.0 feet of the urinal. The housing has an opening therein. A roll of wiping material is positioned within the housing and is rotatably mounted on a spindle. The wiping material extends through the opening and is comprised of a paper material that is biodegradable in water. The paper material is formed into a strip has a diameter of less than 2.0 inches.

Abstract: A completely self-contained baby bidet and changing table system that is completely portable and is adapted for use in domestic or commercial environments. A cabinet structure has a washing basin with a drain tube connecting the washing basin with a removable waste water tank. A removable clean water reservoir is located within the cabinet and has a pump, heater, water supply hose and spray nozzle for delivery of clean and heated water spray to the body of an infant. Padded, waterproof mats support the infant so that water used for washing is drained into the washing basin and is then conducted to the waste water tank by a drain tube.