Abstract: The present invention is an abrasive composite including a first crosslinkable binder component, wherein when polymerized, has a glass transition temperature (Tg) below room temperature and a modulus of less than about 150 MPa: a second crosslinkable binder component having a Tg above room temperature; a material capable of initiating addition polymerization; and particulate grains having a Mohs hardness value of less than or equal to about 3.

Abstract: A dual sided abrasive article is presented that includes a first side with a first abrading face and a second side, with a second abrading face. The second side is opposite the first side and separated by a thickness. The article also includes a center hole extending from the first side to the second side through the thickness. The article also includes a fastener for coupling the abrasive article to a powered tool, the fastener positioned within the center hole.

Abstract: An abrasive body comprises portions of a first abrasive element. The portions of the first abrasive element are bonded ogether by a first binder material. The first abrasive element comprises abrasive particles bonded to a substrate by at least a second binder material. The portions of the first abrasive element are not agglomerate abrasive particles. The abrasive body has a maximum dimension, and the portions of the first abrasive element have a maximum dimension that is less than 80 percent of the maximum dimension of the abrasive body. A method of making an abrasive body is also disclosed.

Abstract: A scrubbing article (10) including a substrate (12) and an e-beam treated texture layer (14) on a surface of the substrate (12). The substrate (12) comprises a material suitable for use as a scrubbing article. The e-beam treated texture layer (14) is a resin-based material forming a textured abrasive layer (14) on the surface of the substrate (12).

Abstract: A scrubbing article 10 including a substrate 12 and a texture layer 14. The texture layer 14 is formed on to a surface 16 of the substrate 12 and includes a multiplicity of microparticles. In some embodiments, the multiplicity of microparticles comprises plastic microbubbles and/or ceramic microspheres that are substantially spherical. In related embodiments, at least some of the ceramic microspheres are solid, and in other embodiments at least some of the ceramic microspheres are glass microbubbles. The substrate 12 can assume various forms, such as nonwoven, fabric (e.g., woven or knitted), foam, film and sponge material or combinations thereof.

Abstract: The curved cleaning element is made by providing a cleaning material with a back surface and a working surface that together define a volume and thickness. A portion of the cleaning material is removed at a pivot zone. The pivot zone separates the cleaning material into a first portion and second portion. At the pivot zone, the cleaning material has less thickness and/or less volume as compared to either the first or second portions. In one embodiment, the back surface of the first portion of the cleaning material is attached to a support and the second portion of the cleaning material is pivoted at the pivot zone. The second portion of the cleaning material is secured to either the support or the first portion of the cleaning material to form a continuously curving working surface of the cleaning material.

Abstract: A scrubbing article including a substrate and a UV treated texture layer on a surface of the substrate. The substrate is formed from a single layer of foam or sponge material having a thickness that is conducive to handling or holding. The UV treated texture layer is a resin-based material forming a textured abrasive layer on the surface of the substrate.

Abstract: A scrubbing cloth having opposed first and second surfaces formed to have different properties relative to one another and a texture layer formed on at least one of the first and second surfaces to provide a multipurpose scrubbing cloth having enhanced surface treating capabilities.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lint roller having a handle, and first roll of tape and a second roll of tape. The handle has a support having a first portion and a second portion. The first roll of tape has an outwardly facing surface with adhesive and rotatable about the first portion of the support. The second roll of tape has an outwardly facing surface with adhesive and rotatable about the second portion of the support.

Abstract: Disclosed is a lint roller having a handle, and first roll of tape and a second roll of tape. The handle has a support having a first portion and a second portion. The first roll of tape has an outwardly facing surface with adhesive and rotatable about the first portion of the support. The second roll of tape has an outwardly facing surface with adhesive and rotatable about the second portion of the support.