Abstract: A method for use of a deck stain applicator having a generally flat coating applicator pad having at least one coating delivery channel therethrough for delivery of coating material at a planar application surface of the pad for coating a generally planar surface having at least one gap therein and a plurality of bristles extending out of the planar surface of the pad for applying the coating material to a pair of opposed surfaces to be coated forming the gap and at least one recess in the pad for receiving the plurality of bristles when the pad is moved across the planar surface and the bristles are not aligned with the gap.

Abstract: A razor cleaning device particularly suited for multi-bladed disposable razors, comprising a brush and at least two sets of teeth supported by a handle. One of the sets of teeth of said device extend from the handle at an oblique angle. The second set of teeth extend from the opposite side of the handle at equal but opposite oblique angles. Therefore, the teeth on each side to point in equal, but opposite directions. Further, the teeth in each set are tapered in a stepwise fashion to coincide with the offset parallel blades of a razor. This allows each set of teeth to align with and clean several blades of the razor simultaneously. A cloth-like tail is also attached to the device for wiping and cleaning the blades and razor during or after cleaning with the brush and teeth.

Abstract: A scrub brush-sponge includes a base provided with a recessed peripheral lip, which has a plurality of attenuated regions configured to minimize the resistance of the base to external bending forces, and a sponge coupled to the base and made from polymeric material, which may have as low a PPI as 10. The sponge is configured so that it can effectively surround at least a substantial peripheral portion of instruments or portions to be treated with fluid, which is contained within the sponge, without applying substantial external forces to the base.

Abstract: A brush assembly includes a handle and a brush head attached to the handle. The brush head includes a base with a plurality of integral bristles and a matrix. The matrix is made of sponge, foam or other compressible material. As the brush is used on a person or an animal skin or scalp, the hair or fur causes the matrix to compress and expose the bristles. When the brush is removed, the matrix springs back and removes any hair, fur, or other material entangled in the hair. Optionally a vibrating device is incorporated into the brush to provide massaging of the skin and/or scalp.

Abstract: In various exemplary embodiments, the present invention provides a golf club cleaning device that includes a cleaning portion including an upper and lower cleaning surfaces; a flag portion disposed at a top end of the cleaning portion, the flag portion including a gripping means; and a spike portion disposed at a bottom end of the cleaning portion substantially opposite the top end of the cleaning portion, the spike portion including a support means for supporting the device in an upright manner when depressed into the ground. By grasping the flag portion, the spike portion is selectively disposed in the ground at a predetermined location associated with a golf course, practice range, or the like, thereby allowing a player to clean a golf club by selectively running the front face and/or rear face of the golf club horizontally and/or vertically across the one or more cleaning surfaces/materials of the cleaning portion.

Abstract: A multipurpose cleaning implement that functions both as a broom and a scuff removing device. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a plastic base that serves as the attachment point for (i) a plurality of bristles (ii) a handle, and (iii) a device that is useful for removing scuff marks from floors. A first general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a friction forming material that has been attached to a base or support that includes a rounded or curved forward surface. A second general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a detachable scuff remover that includes a piece of friction forming material mounted on a base which may be clipped to the end of a broom handle opposite the broom head.

Abstract: A deck stain applicator having a generally flat coating applicator pad having at least one coating delivery channel therethrough for delivery of coating material at a planar application surface of the pad for coating a generally planar surface having gaps therein and a plurality of bristles extending out of the planar surface of the pad for applying the coating material to a pair of opposed surfaces to be coated forming a gap and at least one recess in the pad for receiving the plurality of bristles when the pad is moved across the planar surface and the bristles are not aligned with the gap.

Abstract: A device with two or more regions configured to clean or treat a working surface is disclosed. Preferably, the device is an oral-care device with a power cleaning head. The power cleaning head comprises two or more regions, wherein at least one of the regions is configured to move and wherein at least one of the regions comprises a squeegee element. Preferably, the regions are configured to independently rotate, oscillate, vibrate or otherwise move while cleaning teeth and gums and can each include bristles, nodules, squeegee elements, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: A bathing brush comprises an elongated bar, an elastic net and a massaging device. The bar has a base portion at an end thereof, a securing portion at an edge of the base portion and a handle having an end thereof fixed with the base portion. The elastic net is pressed into twisty condition and is fastened on a top surface of the base portion the massaging device made of a flexible material and molded into a single element has a base member, a sidewall on an edge of the base member, a second securing portion on an interior side of the sidewall and a plurality of grains on an exterior side of the base member wherein the second securing portion is connected with the first securing portion for securing the massaging device on a side of the base portion of the bar which is opposite from the elastic net such that a chamber will be formed between the base portion of the bar and the massaging device.

Abstract: A brush for suede shoes, or any other object made of napped material, hasving a one-piece molded plastic handle having a hollow interior with a planar outwardly-facing bristle-mounting surface, a collar extending annularly about the bristle-mounting surface and a gripping portion extending centrally from the collar transversely oppositely of the bristle-mounting surface. Bristles are embedded in and extend outwardly from the bristle-mounting surface. A hollow removable erasing rubber sleeve is configured for essentially complemental fitting over the gripping portion. Paired apertures and protrusions fit together to retain the hollow removable erasing rubber sleeve in complemental contact overlying the gripping portion of the handle of the brush.

Abstract: A combination grill care tool for cleaning a barbecue grill cooking surface includes a tool head having an upper surface and a lower surface. A handle having a proximal end and a distal end extends from the tool head such that the distal end opposes the tool head. A push-pull scraper disposed on the upper surface of the tool head extends from the tool head. The push-pull scraper has a first blade and a second blade. The first blade and the second blade are adapted to engage and break loose residue on the barbecue grill cooking surface. A method of use is also provided.

Abstract: An advanced cleaning system comprising cleaning compositions, pads, and implements provide effective cleaning of soft and hard surfaces. The system includes (a) a handle portion, the handle portion having a proximal end and a distal end, (b) a cleaning head portion that is attached to the distal end of the handle portion and that is adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad; (c) a cradle that is secured to the handle portion, and (d) a detachable cleaning aerosol reservoir for delivering cleaning fluid onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion, wherein the reservoir is positioned within the cradle.

Abstract: A cleaning implement specifically adapted for stringed instruments such as guitars, includes a T-shaped body having a distal cross member, a bowed main body intermediate member and a proximal enlarged handle. The cross member has a soft cleaning surface on an underside thereof and the handle has projecting bristles on an undersurface thereof. The bowed intermediate body member is resiliently flexible.

Abstract: A cleaning tool comprises a scrubber head having an upper arm, a lower arm, and a connecting member coupling the upper and lower arms. A scrubbing material is secured to an inner surface of the scrubber head.

Abstract: A multipurpose cleaning implement that functions both as a broom and a scuff removing device. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a plastic base that serves as the attachment point for (i) a plurality of bristles (ii) a handle, and (iii) a device that is useful for removing scuff marks from floors. A first general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a friction forming material that has been attached to a base or support that includes a rounded or curved forward surface. A second general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a detachable scuff remover that includes a piece of friction forming material mounted on a base which may be clipped to the end of a broom handle opposite the broom head.

Abstract: A contact device with resilient contact elements is disclosed. The resilient contact elements have primary structures and secondary structures. The primary structures and secondary structures have contact surfaces for engaging a working surface. The primary structures are preferably molded structures with hardness value between 10 to 90 Shores A. The secondary structures are nodules, squeegees, arrays of nodules or squeegees and matrices but are preferably bristle structures formed from plastic resins, wherein the device is configured clean dentition.

Abstract: Multi-directional wiping elements are disclosed. The wiping elements comprise intersecting squeegee segments that provide top wiping squeegee edges and side wiping squeegee edges. Devices utilizing the multi-directional wiping elements of the present invention can include bristles that are configured to simultaneously wipe a working surface with the wiping elements. In accordance with the embodiments of the invention, the multi-directional wiping elements are utilized in a toothbrush cleaning head that is configured to be operated manually or, alternatively, is motorized and is configured to rotate, oscillate, vibrate and/or move according to a combination thereof.

Abstract: Adapter plates which can be used with a cleaning implement are provide. These adapter plates can be removably attached to a dry or wet cleaning implement in order to allow a consumer to use longer and/or larger sheets or pads without having to purchase a complete cleaning implement. These adapter plates may have elevational elements at the bottom surface to improve the efficiency of cleaning by creating pressure zones in the sheet or pad. These adapter plates may also have a scrubbing element secured at one edge of the plate for heavy stain removal.

Abstract: The two-sided toilet brush has a scrub brush head having stiff bristles for loosening accumulated dirt, debris and hard water stains, and a sponge head on the opposite side for wiping away excess dirt or debris inside the toilet bowl and the top and side of the toilet rim element.

Abstract: A cleaning system comprises a cleaning device having a handle portion, the handle portion having a proximal end and a distal end; a cleaning head portion, the cleaning head portion adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad; a cleaning pad; and a cleaning fluid reservoir fluidly coupled to the cleaning head portion such that cleaning fluid is controllably allowed to flow by gravity onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion. The cleaning tool further comprises a nozzle portion mounted to the head or handle portions. The head portion of the cleaning system is coupled to the handle portion. A scrubbing portion is operatively coupled to the head portion the scrubbing portion having a scrubbing surface having surface features for providing a scrubbing action to the surface to be cleaned.

Abstract: A painting apparatus facilitating the painting of a surface that lies adjacent to another surface that is not to be painted contemporaneously. The apparatus comprises a roller applicator, a shield, a paintbrush, a handle, and a platform. Said shield can rotate between a paint loading position and a paint application position. Said handle is connected to said platform by a universal joint which allows said handle to be disposed at any angle relative to said platform, which, in turn, allows said painting apparatus to be used in conjunction with an extension pole in edging a wall along a ceiling without requiring the use of a ladder.

Abstract: When this new and unique pool surface cleaning device is introduced into the market of pool cleaning products there will be no concern about damaging the surface of pools during the act of cleaning. This device incorporates a unique easily replaceable head system that may be as wide and long as necessary and composed of one or more sponge, cellular material, fabric, fibrous or soft composition heads attached to a conventional extension handle commonly used in the cleaning process of swimming pools or a handle designed specifically to mate with the unique pool surface cleaning device. These heads can be quickly, easily and economically replaced when necessary and come in a variety of geometric shapes and sizes. A wide variety of pools exist beyond just swimming pools that require systematic cleaning of the surface.

Abstract: The invention provides a cleaning implement suitable for cleaning a child's drinking cup, a “sippy cup or a sports bottle having a closable spout.” The cleaning implement may include an elongated shaft or handle, one end of which may be equipped with a cleaning brush. The cleaning brush may be relatively narrow and may be cylindrical or spherical in shape. This configuration enables a user to penetrate narrow apertures with the cleaning brush. The other end of the handle may be equipped with a shaped tip having, at least in part, an abrasive surface enabling a user to scrape stubborn stains, particles or films from hard-to-reach areas.

Abstract: A basic chiropody apparatus having a soaping device, a scrubbing device and a brushing device ergonomically shaped and positioned relative to each other in a compact fashion on a triangular base. The apparatus is configured in order to be placed on the floor and in the corner of two walls. As a result, a person operating the apparatus is able to hold itself in a stable position with its arms in perpendicularly pressing against the two walls. The triangular shape of the apparatus provides for a simple repositioning of it in cases where it gets unintentionally replaced during its operation due to wet and soapy floor condition as they may exist in a shower cabin.

Abstract: A device for treating a stain is disclosed. The device includes a scrubber which has a backing with an inner surface and an outer surface. Extending from the outer surface of the backing is a plurality of scrubbing protrusions. Fastened to the inner surface of the backing is an absorber such as a sponge. The backing and scrubbing protrusions may be molded from a flexible, resilient material, with the scrubbing protrusions being conical in shape with rounded ends. The absorber may be compressed to remove liquid held therein by folding the device about itself such that the backing is over the absorber and applying pressure.

Abstract: A multipurpose cleaning implement that functions both as a broom and a scuff removing device. The exemplary embodiment of the present invention includes a plastic base that serves as the attachment point for (i) a plurality of bristles (ii) a handle, and (iii) a device that is useful for removing scuff marks from floors. A first general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a friction forming material that has been attached to a base or support that includes a rounded or curved forward surface. A second general embodiment of the scuff removing device includes a detachable scuff remover that includes a piece of friction forming material mounted on a base which may be clipped to the end of a broom handle opposite the broom head.

Abstract: A cleaning implement specifically adapted for stringed instruments such as guitars, includes a T-shaped body having a distal cross member, a bowed main body intermediate member and a proximal enlarged handle. The cross member has a soft cleaning surface on an underside thereof and the handle has projecting bristles on an undersurface thereof. The bowed intermediate body member is resiliently flexible.

Abstract: The present invention is a personal hygiene device. Specifically, the invention is a back maintenance device comprised of a brush head attached to a variable length handle. The brush head is attached to at least one abrasive element. In an alternate embodiment, a second abrasive element is attached to the brush head. Abrasive elements include bristle and porous structures. The variable length handle is both extendible from and retractable into a storage cavity within the brush head. The variable length handle is telescoping. One embodiment consists of fixed length tubular members slidably disposed and extending to form a rigid handle structure. An alternate embodiment consists of a coiled member slidably disposed along its length and extending to form a rigid handle structure.

Abstract: Cleaning brush with water-maintaining effect, including: a resilient main body having a neck section, a first expanding section formed on upper side of the neck section and a second expanding section formed on lower side of the neck section; and a fitting member made of water-absorbent material and having an opening. The fitting member is fitted around the first expanding section to tightly enclose a predetermined portion of the first expanding section. The water-absorbent fitting member is able to maintain the water contained in the first expanding section and the fitting member. The cleaning brush is designed with various patterns and also has massaging effect.

Abstract: A paint roller apparatus with edging shield and brush facilitating the painting of a surface (70) that lies adjacent to another surface that is not to be painted contemporaneously. The apparatus comprises a roller cover (58), a shield (22), a brush (28), and a hand grip (20). The brush (28) is affixed to the shield (22), and the shield (22) is connected to a shield arm (34) that is rotatably mounted on the handle (20). The shield arm (34) can rotate between a paint loading position and a paint application position. In the paint loading position, shield arm (34) is rotated away from roller cover (58) about an axis that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the roller cover (58). Said roller cover can then be immersed in paint without getting any paint on the shield (22). When the shield (22) is in the paint application position, essentially perpendicular and adjacent to the longitudinal axis of the roller (58), said roller may be placed in contact with the surface to be pained (70) and painting may begin.

Abstract: A new and improved footbrush device and method of using is disclosed for use in allowing a user to convenient means for cleaning the user's feet. The device comprises a wall hanger unit, an elongated handle, a bracket and a cleansing unit. The wall hanger unit is attachable to a wall. The elongated handle having a knob for slidably inserting and hanging in the open sleeve of the wall hanger unit. The bracket is attached to the distal end of the elongated handle. The cleansing unit is pivotally attached to the distal end of the bracket. The cleansing unit comprises a rigid base, a U-shaped cushion having two substantially parallel arms, and a brush sequestered between the two arms of the U-shaped cushion pad. The method of using the new and improved footbrush device comprises the steps of attaching, filing, hanging, lifting, obtaining, rotating, rubbing, scratching, sliding, turning, and twisting.

Abstract: A disinfecting mat that enables better cleaning of shoes of a person through multi-functional capabilities. The mat has three discrete sections, with each section carrying out a different function in cleaning the shoes. A first section has a laterally extending bristle brush for cleaning material from the shoes while the second section includes a reservoir containing a liquid disinfectant that is transferred to the shoe of the user by an endless belt that dips into the reservoir and carries the disinfectant to the upper surface of the belt to be transferred to the shoes. Finally, in a third section there is a stationary wiping mat to enable the user to brush the shoes across the mat to rid the shoe of remaining material as well as dry the shoe from the liquid disinfectant. All of the sections are convenient to the user and housed within a unitary molded base.

Abstract: A toothbrush allows the lips to be exfoliated and cleaned while brushing the teeth. The toothbrush has a device that serves to exfoliate the lips while brushing the teeth and gums, eliminating the need for the user to complete both activities separately. The device for exfoliating the lips is connected to the handle of a toothbrush such that when an individual is brushing the teeth and gums, the device contacts the individual's lips. The lip exfoliating device can be bristles, a fabric pad, sponge or other means for exfoliating the skin and can be detachable.

Abstract: A paint roller apparatus with bar and brush facilitating the painting of a surface (70) that lies adjacent to another surface that is not to be painted contemporaneously. The apparatus comprises a roller cover (58), a bar (22), a brush (28), and a handle (20). Brush (28) is affixed to bar (22), and bar (22) is connected to a bar arm (34) that is rotatably mounted on handle (20). Bar arm (34) can rotate between a paint loading position and a paint application position. In the paint loading position, bar arm (34) is rotated away from roller cover (58) about an axis that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of roller cover (58). Said roller cover can then be immersed in paint without getting any paint on bar (22). When bar (22) is in the paint application position, substantially perpendicular and adjacent to the longitudinal axis of roller cover (58), said roller cover may be placed in contact with the surface to be painted (70) and painting may begin.

Abstract: A brush is provided in which a brush body is formed with a circumference of a fur bundle being surrounded with a fabric material and a tip end face of the fur bundle being extruded and exposed.

Abstract: A screen cleaning and utensil container shaped to simulate a consumer product package is provided. The screen cleaning and utensil container includes a body having a sidewall, bottom wall and a top wall shaped to simulate a consumer product having an exterior surface, the body forming at least one internal compartment adapted for storing utensils, the top wall forming a top opening in connection with the internal compartment and at least one cleaning member for cleaning a display screen is connected to a portion of the surface.

Abstract: A paint roller apparatus with rigid member and brush facilitating the painting of a surface that lies adjacent to another surface that is not to be painted contemporaneously. The apparatus comprises a roller applicator, a rigid member, a brush, and a handle. Said brush is affixed to said rigid member, and said rigid member is connected to an arm that is rotatably mounted on said handle. Said arm can rotate between a paint loading position and a paint application position. In the paint loading position, said arm is moved away from said roller applicator. Said roller applicator can then be immersed in paint without getting any paint on said rigid member. When said rigid member is in the paint application position, substantially perpendicular and adjacent to the longitudinal axis of said roller applicator, said roller applicator may be placed in contact with the surface to be painted and painting may begin.

Abstract: A paint roller apparatus with edging shield and brush facilitating the painting of a surface (70) that lies adjacent to another surface that is not to be painted contemporaneously. The apparatus comprises a roller cover (58), a shield (22), a brush (28), and a hand grip (20). The brush (28) is affixed to the shield (22), and the shield (22) is connected to a shield arm (34) that is rotatably mounted on the handle (20). The shield arm (34) can rotate between a paint loading position and a paint application position. In the paint loading position, shield arm (34) is rotated away from roller cover (58) about an axis that is parallel to the longitudinal axis of the roller cover (58). Said roller cover can then be immersed in paint without getting any paint on the shield (22). When the shield (22) is in the paint application position, essentially perpendicular and adjacent to the longitudinal axis of the roller (58), said roller may be placed in contact with the surface to be painted (70) and painting may begin.

Abstract: A bore cleaner including a first flexible cord having a weighted member attached to a first end, a cleaning tool which is removably attachable to a second end of the first flexible cord in a first bore cleaner assembly, and a second, thicker flexible cord which is removably attachable to the second end of the first flexible cord in a second bore cleaner assembly and removably attachable to the cleaning tool in a third bore cleaner assembly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning brush structure including an operation rod, a snow shovel, an angle adjuster, and a cleaning body. The angle adjuster includes a socket, two operation rings, a main base, two compression springs, and two press members. The angle adjuster can be used to adjust the usage angle of the operation rod. The cleaning body includes an elongated plate, a glass scraper, and a brush. The elongated plate has a first side formed with a scraper clipping groove for securing the glass scraper and a second side formed with a brush clipping groove for securing the brush.

Abstract: A surgical scrub brush that contains a base with a narrow scrubbing head (50) extending therefrom. The base contains two sides, the first provided with bristles (52) extending outwards to form a brush, the second preferably provided with an absorbent material (60). The narrow scrubbing head (50) is provided for the effective scrubbing of the interdigital areas and web spaces of the band, and includes a dome (58). In the preferred embodiment, a shallow, rod-shaped depression (56) is further provided on the bristle profile on the main body to assume the approximate shape of one side of a finger such that the user can scrub his/her fingers effectively.

Abstract: A broom for cleaning surfaces or floors is designed with a device having a plurality of narrow slots through which the bristles of the broom are threaded. The device is able to slide along the handle of the broom such that the span of the bristles projected from the slots of the device can increase or decrease. When the span of the bristles increases, the bristles are less stiff and the broom is suitable for gentle brushing action. As the span of the bristles decreases, the bristles stiffen, allowing the broom to be used for heavier brushing action. The device can also be set in a position such that the working ends or free ends of the bristles are completely sunk inside the slots. At this position, any dirt and dust that is trapped between the bristles will be pushed away from the bristles.

Abstract: Cleaning brush with water-maintaining effect, including: a resilient main body having a neck section, a first expanding section formed on upper side of the neck section and a second expanding section formed on lower side of the neck section; and a fitting member made of water-absorbent material and having an opening. The fitting member is fitted around the first expanding section to tightly enclose a predetermined portion of the first expanding section. The water-absorbent fitting member is able to maintain the water contained in the first expanding section and the fitting member. The cleaning brush is designed with various patterns and also has massaging effect.

Abstract: The present invention is a personal hygiene device. Specifically, the invention is a back maintenance device comprised of a brush head attached to a variable length handle. The brush head is attached to at least one abrasive element. In an alternate embodiment, a second abrasive element is attached to the brush head. Abrasive elements include bristle and porous structures. The variable length handle is both extendible from and retractable into a storage cavity within the brush head. The variable length handle is telescoping. One embodiment consists of fixed length tubular members slidably disposed and extending to form a rigid handle structure. An alternate embodiment consists of a coiled member slidably disposed along its length and extending to form a rigid handle structure.

Abstract: An adjustable cleaning tool adapted to clean facing surfaces of closely spaced parallel surfaces is made of thin rigidly flexible inner mount and removable fabric outer sleeve cover having scrubber material associated therewith. When the device is inserted between closely spaced parallel surfaces sliding movement of the device between the surfaces makes this cleaning tool easy to contact and clean surfaces neglected due to inaccessibility.

Abstract: An applicator for decorating finger nails by applying nail polish to the finger nails is described. The applicator consists of an elongated member having a first end and a handle portion. A foam applicator is formed on the first end of the elongated member. The foam applicator is adapted to produce a non-uniform application of nail polish on the finger nails. Perferably, the foam applicator is made from a foam material having a non-uniform density and a non-uniform cell structure. Natural sponge makes an excellent material for constructing foam applicators for the present invention. The applicator may also include a nail polish applicator pad adapted to apply the nail polish in a substantially uniform fashion.

Abstract: Grill brushes and methods of use thereof are disclosed. A representative grill brush includes a cleaning head. The cleaning head includes an abrasive pad and a plurality of bristles on a bottom side of the cleaning head. The plurality of bristles extends through the abrasive pad.

Abstract: An adjustable cleaning tool adapted to clean facing surfaces of closely spaced parallel surfaces is made of thin rigidly flexible inner mount and removable fabric outer sleeve cover having scrubber material associated therewith. When the device is inserted between closely spaced parallel surfaces sliding movement of the device between the surfaces makes this cleaning tool easy to contact and clean surfaces neglected due to inaccessibility.

Abstract: A brush assembly, such as for cleaning and sanitizing toilet bowls, having a removable and disposable applicator head. The brush assembly comprises an elongated handle with a broadening diverging end and an applicator head for removable attachment thereto. Dual locking means for the applicator head are provided, where the locking means may be manually released without having to physically handle a soiled applicator head.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a foot scrubber and massager formed of modular parts. The foot scrubber has a base module that defines a foot print shaped recess. Inside the recess are a number of holes that aid in securing the bristle module and retaining module in the recess. The bristle module corresponds in size and shape to the recess in the base module has bristles extending outward from the bristle module. A securing module secures the bristle module in the base module.