Patents by Inventor Robert L. Couch

Robert L. Couch has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Paintbrush Sleeve
    Publication number: 20230413989
    Abstract: A paintbrush sleeve, and a method of using the paintbrush sleeve, to keep bristles of a paintbrush moist, including a sleeve member configured to retain moisture, wherein the sleeve member is configured to snugly fit at least partially over the bristles of the paintbrush.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2023
    Publication date: December 28, 2023
    Inventor: Robert L. Couch
  • Paintbrush sleeve
    Patent number: 11690443
    Abstract: A paintbrush sleeve, and a method of using the paintbrush sleeve, to keep bristles of a paintbrush moist, including a sleeve member configured to retain moisture, wherein the sleeve member is configured to snugly fit at least partially over the bristles of the paintbrush.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Inventor: Robert L. Couch
  • Portable drip collector
    Patent number: 4031589
    Abstract: A device for intercepting droplets produced by ceiling-engaging sponges, rollers and the like is described. This portable drop cloth has a light weight framework which supports either a flat plastic sheet or a plastic bag, whichever is preferred for specific applications. The framework is attached to a collar-like member so that the unit may be positioned at a desired location along a handle of the ceiling-engaging element. In some embodiments the size of the frame, and its angular position with respect to the handle to which it is attached, may be adjusted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1976
    Date of Patent: June 28, 1977
    Inventor: Robert L. Couch