Abstract: A pet toothbrush having a pair of like toothbrushes carried by a flexible tubular holder. The bristle ends of the toothbrushes are simultaneously movable against the front and back sides of a pet's teeth as the holder flexes.

Abstract: An oral hygiene device having, in one embodiment, a unique, unrestricted, self-adjusting two-headed gum-specific brush on one end of a handle; and in another embodiment, a two-headed gumbrush on one end of an elongated handle and a toothbrush on the opposite end of the handle. A tongue scraper may also be included on the toothbrush end of the device.

Abstract: A new Foot Scrubbing Apparatus for cleaning and scrubbing feet and hands. The inventive device includes a base member having an upper contoured surface, a plurality of bristles secured to the upper surface, a between digit scrubbing member removably secured to the upper surface, and suction cups on the bottom of the base member for securing the base member to a support surface.

Abstract: A foot brush for cleaning or scrubbing a user's feet has a body with a front portion and a rear portion. A soap locating region is disposed in the front portion, and at least one tuft of bristles is embedded within and projects from the front portion in the vicinity of the soap locating region. The tuft of bristles may partially surround the soap locating region in a substantially U-shaped formation. The soap locating region may be in the form of a cavity formed within the front portion which is adapted to receive and retain a bar of soap. A rear portion of the body is designed for anchoring by one of the user's feet while the other foot is scrubbed.

Abstract: A cleaning brush is comprised of a shaft having a crank arm and a handle thereon. A rod is removably or fixedly secured to the bottom of the shaft. A plurality of outwardly projecting bristles are disposed along the length of the rod. A scrub brush is removably secured to the bottom of the rod. A nipple brush is disposed within a cavity of the handle for scrub cleaning the nipple of a baby bottle.

Abstract: The method substantially removes a soil spot (resulting from a beverage spill or the like) from a carpet by using a particular type of brush. The brush has (a) a detachable handle, (b) a body with a pair of holes therein for attaching the handle to the body at either hole, and (c) first and second brush portions on first and second brush faces, respectively. The brush portions have differing stiffnesses and either portion may be used to "de-spot" carpet by inserting the handle in the appropriate attachment hole. The method includes the steps of identifying the tuft and pile characteristics of the spot-soiled area of carpet and selecting one of the brush portions for use in removing the spot on carpet having such characteristics. The handle is attached to the hole related to the selected brush portion, a granular cleaning product is deposited on the spot and such product is "worked" across and through that portion of the carpet which includes the spot.

Abstract: A tool having both a brush and a rotary blade is used for cleaning the crease of a horse shoe. The rotary blade is run over a debris-filled crease in order to loosen and remove the debris. The loosened debris is then removed with the brush. The crease is thus cleaned with less effort and with less brush wear.

Abstract: A brush for cleaning a pool table. The brush includes a handle with a first resilient support for supporting bristles and a second mounting support for supporting bristles. The first mounting support projects a first distance from the handle and the second mounting support projects a second distance from the handle. The first mounting support and the second mounting support are mounted on the handle in a spaced apart relationship to one another, and the distance of projection from the handle of the first mounting support is greater than the distance of projection from the handle of the second mounting support. Bristles are mounted on the first mounting support and on the second mounting support so that the brush may be used to brush between the bumper and the surface of a pool table as well as over the flat surface of the table and the entrance to the pockets on the table.

Abstract: A baby bottle brush which near a bottom part of the shaft the main brush is bent to generally conform to the shape of the interior of a baby bottle. A secondary brush or a rod is also affixed to the handle of the brush. The secondary brush or rod holds the main brush against the surface of the bottle. The secondary brush and the rod may be used together. The handle is angled to facilitate a circular cleaning motion. A distal end of the handle includes a hook. The brush may be used on bottles other than baby bottles.

Abstract: The paint brush apparatus having multiple painting widths is designed in order to provide the user with a paintbrush apparatus that is able to paint in a number of different pre-determined widths that will allow the user to more rapidly finish any painting project. The apparatus is comprised of a handle assembly having lengthwise holes to permit the handle to incorporate internal, movable drive shafts. The drive shafts have a control mechanism such as a slide button or thumbwheel that will allow the extension or retraction of one or both of the shafts. A bristle head assembly has the bush bristles attached and has at least one open slot cut therein. Separate brush inserts are inserted into the slots in the bristle head assembly and are attached to the drive shafts in the handle assembly. The inserts are designed to be constructed of material which will inhibit the sticking of the inserts due to dried paint or debris in the apparatus.

Abstract: A two-in-one brush for an item to be cleaned comprises a hollow, generally cylindrical, one-piece handle having a pair of open end portions, a grippable external surface and a transverse web disposed perpendicular to the handle between the open end portions. An annular female brush member is fixed within one open end portion of the handle and a male brush member is anchored within the other open end portion. The brush members have outermost ends terminating within the open end portions and being continuously accessible therefrom wherein the handle substantially shields the brush members from inadvertent manual contact therewith yet permits contact of the brush members with the item to be cleaned.

Abstract: A brush for cleaning various portions of a human foot. The inventive device includes an elongated handle for manual manipulation by an individual. A cylindrical brush extends from a lower end of the handle for cleaning between toes of a human foot. An abrasion pad is pivotally mounted to the lower end of the handle and can be extended therefrom for abrading surfaces of the foot. A planar brush is similarly mounted to the handle and can be extended for brushing exterior surfaces of the foot to improve podiatric hygiene.

Abstract: A portable golf ball washing device includes a generally elongated cylindrical container within which a pair of bristle modules are disposed with the bristles of each module including a short bristle segment and a long bristle segment to define two separate concentric zones within the container. A ball carrying paddle is provided with a ball receiving opening adjacent one end thereof and a closure member with appropriate handle means attached thereto at the opposite end. The paddle is dimensioned to extend into the receptacle and support the ball for rotative movement during the washing action. An appropriate cleaning solution is disposed within the container for assisting in the washing action when the paddle is moved longitudinally of the container and the ball engages the several bristle zones.

Abstract: A toothbrush which provides the user with simultaneous brushing action within the user's mouth. The long handle has an end portion of a substantially elliptical cross section in which a first side and a second side are of substantially similar elliptical curvature. Bristles are attached to both the first side and the second side in a similar pattern. The bristles on each side taper from a short extant near the end of the handle to a longer extant at a position farther from the end of the handle. Also, the bristles are formed in tufts substantially in rows latitudinally of the two sides.

Abstract: A brush has first and second faces and first and second brush portions on the first and second faces, respectively. The tuft bristles used to make the first portion are of a size different from those used to make the second portion, thereby providing brush portions of differing stiffness for removing spots from different types of carpet. The tufts of the brush portions are in a unique pattern particularly well suited for using the brush with a dry granular carpet cleaning product. Each brush portion is defined by rows of bristle tufts disposed along respective row axes oriented in the direction of normal brushing. The tufts are generously spaced from one another (both laterally and longitudinally) so that carpet can be cleaned with a granular cleaning product while yet avoiding brush packing with the product. A new method for removing a spot from a carpet is also disclosed.

Abstract: A toothbrush comprises an elongate element with a brushhead on each end. The elongate element (10) is composed of a first curved portion (10a, 10b) on one end and a corresponding second curved portion (10b, 10a) on the other end. Each curved portion further comprises an outer section (14) and a holder section (12) integrally connected by a goose-neck shaped middle section (13), with the brushhead attached to the free end of the outer section such that the longitudinal axis of the brushhead (20, 30) is disposed at an angle to the longitudinal axis of the adjacent outer section (14) of the element (10). The toothbrush is pivotally fitted with a rotatable cover-cum-handle that allows either brushhead-carrying curved portion (10a, 10b) of the elongate element to be exposed and concealed in turn.

Abstract: A multi-purpose broom which can be used in any of three distinct modes: as a conventional broom; as a broom that can reach and clean normally inaccessible horizontal surfaces (e.g., the top surface of a blade of a ceiling fan); and as a hand-held sweeper.

Abstract: A twin stemmed nursing cleaning brush comprises a junior brush stemmed from the middle or bottom portion of the main brush shaft to provide close contact with the bottle, bottle neck and its outer threads, pacifier, nipple cover and its inner threads when cleaning by either rotating the object or the brush assembly. Thus, this thorough interior and exterior nursing bottle cleaning device presents effective and convenient operation, as well as for easy storing.

Abstract: A device for cleaning either the outer or the inner surface of a pipe end includes a spindle having a tubular wire brush attached to one end thereof, and, an annular wire brush that is adjustable axially of said spindle between a retracted and an advanced position.

Abstract: A utensil that is configured for scrubbing both baby bottles and nursing nipples for such bottles includes a handle that has a recess defined therein, a bottle brush operatively connected to the handle which is sized so as to be able to efficiently scrub an inside of a baby bottle, and a nipple brush assembly. The nipple brush assembly includes a nipple brush portion that is sized so as to be able to efficiently scrub an inside of a nursing nipple and a grip portion. It is releaseably attached to the handle so that said brush portion is positioned in the handle recess and the grip portion is grippable externally of the recess by a user, whereby said utensil can be used to conveniently scrub both baby bottles and nursing nipples.

Abstract: A brush, particularly a denture brush particularly advantageous for persons of limited or diminished dexterity, comprising an elongated handle having a front, a back and a pair of sides, a bristle head on one end of the handle, the handle having a narrowed neck joining the bristle head to the remainder of the handle, having a narrowed distal end and having a bulbous enlarged central portion between the narrowed neck and the narrowed distal end, a tapered juncture between the narrowed neck and the bristle head, forming a sloped front zone and a sloped back zone, both having finger tip or thumb tip receiving depressions therein, the bristle head having a front bristle face including bristles therein generally normal to the sloped back zone, and having a rear bristle face including bristles therein generally normal to the sloped front zone, the sloped front zone and back zone having a friction material in the depressions.

Abstract: A toothbrush for partial denture plate and natural teeth wherein an elongate handle includes a brush head plate having a first matrix of bristles, with the first matrix of bristles including an arcuate profile to permit cleansing of natural teeth and partial plates, with a conical second matrix of bristles integral with the handle at a second end of the handle spaced from the first matrix of bristles, such that the conical second matrix of bristles is arranged for cleaning clasp openings within the partial denture plates, that in turn are secured to a user's natural teeth.

Abstract: A toothbrush, comprising a handle, having a head portion and a grip portion. The head portion has a plurality of bristle cavities, each for receiving a bristle group. The bristle cavities are connected with passage ways. The bristle groups are mounted in the bristle cavities with a rubber base, creating a seal with its associated bristle cavity, creating a closed system where the bristle cavities are in fluid communication with each other through the passage ways. The closed system is filled with a substantially non-compressible medium. When pressure is exerted on one bristle group, pressure is thereby exerted on the medium, which exerts pressure on the other bristle groups, in turn applying even pressure to all bristle groups. A plaque remover, having a fiberglass pick, is mounted in the grip portion of the handle.

Abstract: A hand and nail brush used to clean both sides of a hand and having a curved, recessed brush area for the cleaning of fingers and fingernails. An elongated generally rectangular-shaped body has four finger recesses located extending along opposite side edges of the brush body. The finger recesses facilitate ease of use of the brush when the hands of the user are wet with soap. The surface of the brush body utilized to clean both sides of the hand has bristles of a length of approximately 1/2 inch designed to clean but not scratch the hand surfaces. The curved, recessed area at one end of the brush body is used to clean the fingers and fingernails. This recessed area includes bristles of a shorter and less resilient material of approximately 1/4 inch length. The sides of the recessed area, with one side tapering to the portion of the brush body used to clean the hand surfaces, includes bristles at a length of approximately 7/16 inch to clean all sides of the fingers and nails at the same time.

Abstract: A toilet bowl scrubber having a handle with a linear configuration, a first brush connected to one end of the handle, an arm extending outwardly of the handle between the first brush and an opposite end of the handle, and a second brush affixed to an end of the arm opposite the handle. The first brush has tufts of bristles affixed thereto extending perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the handle. The arm includes a first arm portion extending outwardly perpendicular to the handle and a second arm portion extending in a direction from the first arm portion away from the first brush. The second brush is affixed to an end of the second arm portion opposite the first arm portion. The second arm portion extends upwardly at a 45.degree. angle from the first arm portion.

Abstract: A toothbrush with timer and signalling apparatus having interchangeable periodontal devices. The signalling apparatus is composed of both an audio and vibrating signalling device to alert the user when the preset time limit is achieved.

Abstract: A brush used for sculpturing artificial nails has a brush or bristles on each end. One of the brushes is a priming brush and the other brush is a sculpturing brush. The priming brush does not exceed 1.800 mm at its base section and the sculpturing brushes are always substantially wider at their base sections than the priming brush.

Abstract: There is disclosed a brush comprising a handle and at least one brush insert having a bend which is useful for cleaning the rolling contacts in a computer mouse. The inserts have radially protruding bristles and are bent to facilitate cleaning the rollers. Preferably, the handle has a hooked brush extending from one end and a bent brush extending from the other end.

Abstract: A floor washing mop has a rigid base carrying fixed scrubbing members on the bottom surface. The scrubbing members may be stiff flexible bristles or rigid elastomeric rails. A rabbet is formed at each side of the base stepped down from the upper surface of the base and a groove is stepped down from the upper surface and extends between the rabbets adjacent the front of the base. A U-shape clamp is pivoted to the base and receivable within the rabbets and the groove. A fabric covering is positionable about the entire base including the scrubbing members and foldable so as to rest on the top of the base and is held securely in position by the clamp. A locking member mounted on the upper surface of the base locks the clamp on the covering.

Abstract: A multi-brush denture cleaning device includes a handle having one end adapted for holding both a first and second brush and another opposing end for holding a different third brush. The first brush has bristles protruding in one direction, and the second brush has bristles protruding in a perpendicular orientation with respect to the first brush. The third brush has bristles protruding in the same direction as the first brush. The handle may include a hand grip portion interposed between the two ends thereof. The brushes in the multi-brush denture cleaning device have varying stiffness so that the first and second brushes are harder than the third brush. The handle has two extending portions which are each at acute angles with respect to the longitudinal axis of the handle, and preferably being acutely angled with respect to each other, wherein one extending portion holds the first brush and the second extending portion holds the second brush. Each of the brushes has a different average bristle length.

Abstract: A scrub brush which is structured to be comfortably and controllably held, has a variety of bristles for facilitating scrubbing of variously oriented surfaces, and has a shape which facilitates scrubbing of corners as well as flat and gently curved surfaces. The scrub brush is composed of a body having a main portion of substantially rectangular shape and a nose portion of substantially of triangular shape. The body has a bottom, an opposite top and an edge therebetween. The top is preferably domed for comfortably form fitting into the palm of a user's hand when the user grasps the scrub brush body. The nose portion forms an elongated tip which faces directly away from the main body along a longitudinal axis, and which is elongated along a vertical axis that is oriented perpendicular with respect to the bottom. A ridge is provided on the edge adjacent the top for facilitating a user's fingers and thumb to grasp hold of the scrub brush body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a toothbrush including a flexible extension which is attached to the outside of a brush head for perfectly cleaning the back teeth and minimizing scratches on the periodontal tissue surface and oral cavity.

Abstract: A cleaning brush includes an elongated handle having opposed ends and a handle shape for use as a manual cleaning brush. A primary wire stem extends outwardly from one end of the handle and supports a primary bristle array having a generally cylindrical shape portion terminating in an outwardly extending domed portion. A secondary wire stem extends oppositely from the primary wire stem outwardly from the opposite end of the handle and supports a secondary bristle array. The secondary bristle array defines a cylindrical bristle portion proximate the handle end and a tapered bristle portion extending beyond the cylindrical bristle portion. The secondary bristle array is configured to correspond to the interior of a typical tint bottle nozzle cap while the primary bristle array is configured to correspond to the interior of a typical tint bottle.

Abstract: A double brush mechanism for cleaning the grooves of the striking faces of wood and iron golf clubs comprises a housing having oppositely directed brush openings and forming an actuator slot having locking openings. A brush carrier is movable within the housing and has opposed brushes capable of being selectively projected from the housing for use. A brush carrier actuator is received in movable relation by the carrier and is urged in a locking direction by a compression spring. The actuator incorporates a manual manipulator button that is engaged and moved by the user and incorporates an actuator stem that is movable within the carrier actuator slot. The carrier is lockable at either of three positions along the length of the actuator slot to permit either of the brushes to be selectively exposed for use or locked within the housing for protection.

Abstract: A bifurcated toothbrush having two brush carrying members angled with respect to one another at the working end of the toothbrush handle. Each brush is designed for a distinct purpose and the brushes are spaced at a sufficient distance from one other to move the cheek or tongue away from the surface being brushed.

Abstract: A toothbrush for use by wearers of orthodontic appliances comprises an elongated handle, a neck and a head. The bristles are designed so that the outermost rows are relatively soft and of long length, the bristles in the pattern gradually shortening in length and becoming stiffer, with the shortest and stiffest bristles being positioned along the center rows of the brush's longitudinal centerline axis. Also, the center rows of bristles are formed to be angled at their ends to reduce the pressure required to deflect the bristles beneath brace elements thus reducing undue pressure against the gums. Furthermore, a flexible member compressibly supports the center rows of bristles. The toothbrush also comprises an outer bumper protectively surrounding the toothbrush head. Moreover, a further embodiment of the invention has a lower tuft of bristles projecting from the lower portion of the handle.

Abstract: A tile joint brush structure is provided with a sturdy, handle which can be used from a standing position, pivotable about a horizontal axis, through vertical, to two oblique extremes at which positive stops are provided. The brush structure includes a main brush for cleaning one band of the joint, and a laterally adjustably spaced auxiliary brush for simultaneously cleaning an adjoining band of the joint.

Abstract: A lightweight, highly maneuverable and extendable apparatus for cleaning ceiling fan blades, having a dust receptacle carried beneath a mounted brush which is designed to clean the exterior surfaces of a ceiling fan, the apparatus carried by a lightweight telescopic handle and capable of reaching high ceiling fans.

Abstract: A device for effecting general household cleaning comprises a main body member having a first longitudinal axis, with a portion of said main body member having a generally hollow handle portion defining a storage area. A head member is affixed to a first end of the main body member, and it has a second longitudinal axis. There is a brush at a second end of the main body portion, having an elongated spine and a plurality of bristles securely retained by the spine. The brush is connected in movable relation to the main body member, and is movable between an extended position and a retracted position. A sponge is securely retained on the head portion; and a resilient blade is also securely retained on the head portion and is adapted for wiping liquid from a surface. There is also a retaining member adapted for releasable attachment to the head member and further adapted to securely retain the sponge and the blade on the head member.

Abstract: A tool arranged for employment in a golfing game includes a tubular housing having a spike at a first end of the housing, and a cap mounted to the second end of the housing, with the cap removably mounted relative to the second end to receive a circular tee member arranged for receiving a golf ball thereon arranged for projection through the tube for positioning upon an underlying ground surface. The cap structure includes spaced semi-cylindrical flanges in facing relationship relative to one another coaxially aligned relative to the cap and the housing for resiliently grasping a golf ball therebetween as the flanges are arranged in a spring biased relationship towards one another.

Abstract: A brush is provided for cleaning endoscope channels which comprises a tubular cannula having a first end and a second end. A wire insert is fitted within the cannula. A first brush having bristles supported on a first core is secured within the first end and a second brush having bristles supported on a second core is secured within the second end. The first core is spaced apart from the wire insert by a distance so as to leave a length of unsupported cannula. A flexible tubular tip is also secured on the first core with a substantial length of the tip free of the core. A depth limit stop having a stop surface thereon is fixed on the cannula spaced from the end of the second core by a distance which prevents the end of the second core from contacting endoscope channels.

Abstract: A cleaning tool for preparing the surfaces of pipes and fittings for soldering, welding or gluing comprises a base and a pair of opposing prongs. The tool further includes a distal set of replaceable brushes for cleaning the inner surfaces of pipes or fittings and a proximal set of replaceable abrasive pads for cleaning the outer surfaces of pipes and fittings. The tool is configured to accommodate pipes and fittings of a variety of diameters.

Abstract: A golf shoe and golf club cleaning device particularly adapted for attachment to a golf bag or other convenient surface. The device includes a brush handle having soft bristles embedded in one face thereof and stiff bronze bristles embedded in an end wall that extends out of the general longitudinal extent of the handle at an angle thereto. The handle is tethered to a golf bag by a spring loaded cable that retracts into a casing and the cable is removably attached to a golf bag. By this arrangement, the brush is securely fastened to the golf bag or other convenient surface during normal play.

Abstract: A cleansing and stimulating brush that doubles as a backscratcher having sufficiently firm construction means approximating the function of human nails for scratching and stimulating one's skin, combined with brush means comprising slender stalklike projections for stimulating and cleansing the skin, and including interspersing smooth protuberance means approximating the soft pads of one's finger tips for pleasant touch sensations. This device further includes a soap applicator means to which soap can be applied for further application to the skin. The device can be adapted to contain and dispense liquid soap.

Abstract: A disposable dental brush for applying various dental materials onto a tooth in thin even, coatings, e.g. etchants, sealants, bonding agents, tints, opaquers, varnishes and the like that includes an elongated straight handle having a tuft of bristles connected to one end thereof. The elongated handle is constructed so as to allow the portion thereof adjacent to the brush end to be readily bent so as to angularly dispose the brush end relative to the longitudinal axis of the handle. The arrangement is such that the brush can be used either as a straight brush or an angularly bent brush to reach difficult areas of the mouth or teeth. Also, the brush is made of inexpensive plastic material so as to render it readily expendable or disposable after each use.

Abstract: A lint brush is disclosed comprising a unitarily formed, one-piece brush body (4) having a handle portion (16) at one end and a brush block portion (14) at an opposite end, the block portion having top and bottom recesses (20) and at least two transverse through bores (26) extending therethrough, whereby one recess communication with the other. A pair of identical insert members (6,8) are inserted into the recesses, and provide stakes (42) which project through the block portion through bores and into appropriately located apertures (41) of the opposite insert plate, whereby securing the assembly together. A lint attracting pad (12) is provided for each insert plate, and overlaps outwardly directed insert plate teeth (36), which, upon insertion of the insert plate into a block portion recess, trap lower edges of the lint pad against sidewalls (22) defining the recess. The pad is securely held for reciprocal movement across a garment.

Abstract: An adjustable double-purpose tool that is intended for use as an attachment for a standard pool pole. The tool includes a straight handle with a spring-lock for securing it to one end of the pole and a double-faced head for holding a chlorine cake on one side and a scrubbing pad on the other side. The head is pivotally attached to the handle and its orientation can be adjusted at fixed intervals by a key-sprocket mechanism. The mechanism is especially designed so that the key can be actuated from a distance, thus making it possible to adjust the tool without retrieving it from the water.

Abstract: An apparatus wherein an elongate cylindrical housing mounts a first and second cylindrical cap respectively at opposed terminal ends of the housing. The housing includes as matrix of wire brushes orthogonally mounted to each end of the housing, with a first end including a projection for positioning within a side mount terminal battery, with the second end providing a cylindrical cavity for receiving a terminal for securement to the associated side mount battery. A modification of the invention includes a central reservoir receiving a cleaning solution that is selectively directed through each terminal end of the housing for enhanced cleaning of the associated battery and connector.

Abstract: A disposable toothbrush for travelers, guests of business establishments, and others who need an inexpensive throwaway toothbrush. The toothbrush includes a handle which is folded in the shape of a small angular hollow book. A neck is integrally attached to the handle and folded thereon. A head with bristles is integrally attached to the top of the neck. When the head with bristles and neck are folded inside the hollow handle a compact inexpensive toothbrush is provided.

Abstract: A toothbrush has a special head for brushing the posterior teeth and a special head for brushing the anterior teeth. Each head includes bristles that contact the lateral surfaces of the teeth including at or just below the gum line as well as the top surfaces of the teeth.