Abstract: An oral brush includes a) a body that includes a polymer composition that includes polypropylene and has a melt flow rate of at least about 10 g/10 min, and b) bristles extending from the body.

Abstract: A hand trowel having a flat blade, a handle, an angled stem, and a bucket hook which has a length dimension of approximately one-and-one-half inches and extends beyond the attachment point of one end of the stem to the blade. Thus, the trowel can be stored in a substantially vertical, secure and fixed position on the lip of a bucket, preventing the handle from coming into contact with the contents of the bucket, or the contents being inadvertently spilled onto the work area. It also has a larger blade than is typically used for semi-fluid masonry products, to carry more product at a time to the working area, as well as act as a counterweight for the handle to keep the tool from falling out of bucket when it is moved. Thus, the present invention allows the operator to work more efficiently, and maintain a cleaner, less cluttered working area.

Abstract: A toothbrush comprising a head and a handle, wherein the handle has a gripping portion arranged to be grasped by a user. The head is arranged such that a first longitudinal axis of the head is generally perpendicular to a second longitudinal axis of the gripping portion. The head is also rotatably mounted to an end of the handle such that the head is rotatable about a rotation axis generally parallel to and offset from the second longitudinal axis of the gripping portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a toothbrush having a handle formed of interlocking opposed S-curved sections, the first being relatively rigid and the second relatively resiliently flexible, the opposed S-curved sections forming a generally elongated FIG. 8, having a transverse aperture within each segment of the FIG. 8, such that during brushing the user can manipulate the relatively rigid and resiliently flexible section to position the bristle bearing face of the toothbrush to conform to the arcuate configuration of the dentiture.

Abstract: An artist painting brush having a brush head including a ferrule and a brush tuft, a forward barrel having a portion with a reduced cross section, a hollow grip fitting over the part with reduced cross-section. The brush head is fixed to the forward barrel whereby the ferrule brush tuft and forward barrel are replaceable, and a rear barrel having means to be removably connected to the front barrel whereby the cross-section of the combined forward barrel portion and hollow grip is substantially the same as the cross-section of the rear barrel. The ferrule is fabricated of stainless steel in order to avoid the possibility of allergic reaction to an artist handling the painting brush.

Abstract: A procedure and tools for quantifying surface cleanliness are described. Cleanliness of a target surface is quantified by wiping a prescribed area of the surface with a flexible, bright white cloth swatch, preferably mounted on a special tool. The cloth picks up a substantial amount of any particulate surface contamination. The amount of contamination is determined by measuring the reflectivity loss of the cloth before and after wiping on the contaminated system and comparing that loss to a previous calibration with similar contamination. In the alternative, a visual comparison of the contaminated cloth to a contamination key provides an indication of the surface cleanliness.

Abstract: A toothbrush that is suitable for an individual to use to brush the teeth and gums of another, and which is also suitable to brush his or her own teeth and gums. The toothbrush includes a cylindrical handle with an attached neck, and an oval shaped bristle head extending from the neck, at an angle in the range of 142 to 155 degrees, with the handle having an upper indentation to engage the index finger of the user, and a lower indentation for engagement by the thumb of the user, the toothbrush being useful for either hand of the user.

Abstract: In a plastic toothbrush in which the substantially rigid brush head is connected by means of a spring part to the substantially rigid handle and the spring part is embedded in the plastic, a construction advantageous from the manufacturing, use and environmental standpoints is obtained in that the spring part is made at least preponderantly from plastic with a higher modulus of elasticity than the plastic surrounding it.

Abstract: A toothbrush which has a brush head to which is mounted an elongated handle. At the free end of the handle is mounted a suction cup mounting device. The handle is integrally attached to the suction cup at the peripheral edge of the suction cup so that when the toothbrush is removed from a vertical surface on which it is attached by merely canting of the handle will result in breaking of the seal of the suction cup facilitating its disengagement.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an oral healthcare system having interchangeable, detachable, disposable heads. The heads include but are not limited to brushhead, mirror head and tongue cleaner head. The system will also accommodate specialized heads including but not limited to an interdental brush head, oversize brush head, implant brush head, gum brush head, denture brush head, gum stimuli head, and ortho brush head. The present invention has a unique head and handle assembly which provides a firm backbone support framework for the head.

Abstract: A paint applicator is disclosed.

Abstract: A method for forming a plurality of distinct paint applicators having a common exterior head configuration and distinct paint applying medium configurations includes forming a plurality of handles and forming a plurality of paint carrying units. Each handle formed includes a head having an exterior configuration and an interior having a mouth and head thickness between the exterior configuration and the mouth. Each paint carrying unit includes at least one paint applying medium coupled to a mounting portion that is disposed within an interior of one of the plurality of handles. The mounting portion has a mounting portion exterior configuration and a mounting portion thickness between the mounting portion exterior configuration and the paint applying medium. To form the plurality of distinct paint applicators, the configuration of the paint applying medium is varied while at least one of the head thickness and the mounting portion thickness is also varied.

Abstract: An infant toothbrush is described that comprises a generally cylindrical handle member and a brush head. The handle member is in the form of a baby bottle having an upper end and lower end. The brush head is releaseably securable to the upper end of the baby bottle. The brush head is comprised of a generally conical central body having a lower generally cylindrical base and an upper reduced diameter neck portion ending in a generally rounded tip. The rounded tip has a plurality of protrusions positioned thereon. The cylindrical base of the brush head is releaseably securable to the baby bottle.

Abstract: A toothbrush handle with defined resilient finger tip engagable areas on each of respective opposite top and bottom faces of the handle.

Abstract: A finishing trowel comprised of a blade, a mounting and a handle, wherein the handle is hollow and has a square mounting hole for receiving a square mounting surface. A plastic handle is comprised of a durable inner core material and a grippable outer member. The handle's inner core includes deformable ribs which axially line the mounting hole and provide a secure, lash-free fit onto the mounting surface over a broader range of manufacturing tolerances for the parts. The handle also includes an endcap which cuts into and seals the endcap against an outer grippable material upon tightening of a flanged nut onto the mounting. A lip extends from the handle and encompasses a portion of the mounting to facilitate increased torque transfer from the handle to the mounting and blade. The replaceable handle can also be formed of other grippable materials such as wood.

Abstract: In a plastic toothbrush in which the substantially rigid brush head is connected by means of a spring part to the substantially rigid handle and the spring part is embedded in the plastic, a construction advantageous from the manufacturing, use and environmental standpoints is obtained in that the spring part is made at least preponderantly from plastic with a higher modulus of elasticity than the plastic surrounding it.

Abstract: An oral brush with a handle having a longitudinal axis and a head mounted on the handle, the head including an elongated hub extending generally axially from the handle and bristles mounted in the hub, including bristles along most of the length of the hub which extend radially in all directions from the hub and which taper down in length from the base end of the hub to the front tip of the hub, and including bristles extending from the front tip of the hub in all directions as generally semispherical radii, the free ends of the bristles of the head defining a conical or bullet-shaped envelope.

Abstract: A basting brush having a replaceable bristle head provides for economical and hygienic reuse of basting brush handle portions. The brush also permits rapid twist-lock disconnection and replacement of the bristle head element. Angled bristles, a curved neck and a soft-grip hand-piece provide for improved comfort during use for more convenient basting action.

Abstract: A toothbrush having two head sections, the sections being normally biased to assume an angle with respect to each other, to thereby define a generally concave bristle tip configuration. The two sections of the head have facing ends joined by a thin bridge section integral with the two heads. In one embodiment, there is one bridge section near the lower surface of the head. In another embodiment, there are two longitudinally spaced bridge sections each near the lower head surface. In a third embodiment, the bridge section is a thin integral connection between facing ends of the two sections. In other embodiments, the two head sections are normally aligned and are also joined by a thin, integral bridge section, with the bristles of the head section most remote from the handle being of uniformly different lengths. The space between the two facing ends is filled with an elastomer, typically SANTOPRENE (brand). The two head sections define an articulated head.

Abstract: A hand-supported pivoting cleaning device is provided so that a user can insert at least his/her fingers into a support element which is pivotally attached to a cleaning element in order to reach and clean awkwardly configured, and otherwise difficult-to-reach, surfaces.

Abstract: A novelty toothbrush wherein either the entire toothbrush or alternatively just the handle portion, is fashioned to simulate a musical instrument or a related item.

Abstract: A toothbrush for false teeth includes first and second sets of bristles respectively implanted in a bottom face and a top face of a brush head, and a handle integrally formed with the brush head, the handle having a first and second recesses defined in a first side and a third recess defined in a second side face opposite the first side. The recesses arranged such that the brush can be gripped using just the index and middle fingers, and the thumb, in either of two positions, one of which is especially suitable for cleaning surfaces of the teeth, and the other of which is especially suitable for cleaning metal parts and gaps in the false teeth.

Abstract: A toothbrush is provided that includes a body and a brush head extending from the body, the body including a handle having a distal end, and a resilient element mounted on the handle, a tapered distal tip of the resilient element extending beyond the distal end of the handle.

Abstract: The wipe-down knife herein is assembled upon an elongate handle, one end of which is fitted with a generally cylindrical blade-supporting head. The head has a collar and lever arm on one end for securely engaging the handle shaft, and a pair of closely opposed pads and a pivot pin on its other end for engaging a blade-supporting plate. A bracket which grasps the blade at its base is affixed to the blade-supporting plate. The blade is wide and flexible, projecting from the blade support at a right angle to the longitudinal axis of the knife's handle. The blade curves away from the blade-supporting bracket at a right angle, such that the plane of the blade's working edge is parallel with the handle's longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A toothbrush, comprising a body having a head portion, a neck portion connected to the head portion, and a handle portion connected to the neck portion, and further comprising a plurality of bristles attached to the head portion. The body comprises a thermoplastic elastomer that is sufficiently strong to be used in the normal, intended manner for dental hygiene purposes and is sufficiently flexible to resist being fashioned into and used as a weapon. In a preferred embodiment, the body comprises approximately 50% Kraton™ DRP6031 thermoplastic rubber and approximately 50% polypropylene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a toothbrush having a handle formed of interlocking opposed S-curved sections, the first being relatively rigid and the second relatively resiliently flexible, the opposed S-curved sections forming a generally elongated figure 8, having an aperture within each segment of the figure 8, such that during brushing the user can manipulate the relatively rigid and resiliently flexible section to position the bristle bearing face of the toothbrush to conform to the arcuate configuration of the dentiture.

Abstract: A toothbrush that facilitates brushing even by individuals with limited manipulative dexterity includes a handle, a head mechanically coupled to the handle, and an array of bristles secured to the head and extending outwardly therefrom in a plurality of directions, such that, when the head and the array of bristles are viewed in cross-section, the bristles occupy a first sector of a circular area that is greater than sixty (60) degrees, but less than or equal to two hundred forty (240) degrees of the circular area, and wherein the remaining at least one hundred twenty (120) degrees of the circular area is devoid of any bristles. Such attachment of the bristles increases the likelihood that the teeth will be brushed properly irrespective of the orientation of the head in the mouth, while also reducing the likelihood that sensitive areas of the mouth will likewise be brushed.

Abstract: A toothbrush comprising dual brush heads (6), (8) spaced by gap (12) each having brushes (18), (20) on a surface, made of substantially parallel bristles so each total width of the brush heads (10), (14) and the gap, of the brushes (22), (24) and the gap, and of a lower row and upper row of human teeth are approximately equal, giving the brushes (16) optimized coverage in horizontal stroke; an elongated neck (34) having a first end extending from an end of the brush heads (4) and a second end; and an elongated handle (26) having a proximal end extending from the second end of the neck and an opposite distal end, and having three openings (28), (30), (32) of different size inside three annular rings arranged in order of decreasing size from the proximal to the distal end so the rings and the openings are substantially symmetrical with respect to an axis passing from the second end of the neck through center portions of the rings wherein a light grip by inserted fingers always produces a perfect hold.

Abstract: A circular windshield ice scraper for scraping ice and frost off of the windshield and windows of a vehicle. The circular windshield ice scraper includes a scraping blade has a top face, a generally frusta-conical perimeter side, and a downwardly facing concave bottom face. The perimeter side and the bottom face of the scraping blade form a generally circular lower scraping edge designed for scraping ice off of a surface. The ice scraper also includes a body coupled to the scraping blade. The body has a generally frusta-conical lower portion and an upper portion. The upper portion is designed for grasping by a user's hand.

Abstract: Toothbrush body having a handle, a head, and a neck section joining the neck to the handle. This body is made of at least two materials, separated from each other for strength and aesthetics.

Abstract: In making a toothbrush of the type having a shaft-like handle (3), a neck section (4) joining the handle and a head (5) for holding a plurality of toothbrush bristles (6), the body is made of a first plastic material through an injection molding step. In order to provide the body with two or more portions (20, 21, 22) made of a second material, e.g., elastic and/or non-slip material such as rubber-like material, or a material having a color different from that of the first material, the toothbrush body is provided with recess sections (17, 18, 19). The second material is supplied through a plurality of channels (29, 30, 31, 32) into injection nozzle means (33, 34, 35) to provide injection of the second material in a single step, multi-point injection process into the recesses on the body to form the portions (20, 21, 22), the recesses (17, 18, 19) and the portions (20, 21, 22) thus being physically isolated from each other by the first material.

Abstract: A replaceable coating applicating pad having, as the paint applicating medium, a velour fabric with a short nap is disclosed. In one embodiment, the pad includes a winged handle and a conforming pad which is suitable for large surfaces; in a second embodiment the pad is small with sharp corners for work in confined spaces; and in a third embodiment the pad is mounted on a sponge rubber-like handle for use on curved and other non-planar surfaces. A method of coating application is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for cleaning electrodes of an optical fiber splicing apparatus is disclosed. In one embodiment of the present invention, the cleaning apparatus includes a plurality of tungsten wires and a support member. The plurality of tungsten wires are coupled to the support member at a first end of the support member. The cleaning apparatus may also include a cover that is slidably disposed on the support member. The cover is slidable between a first position where the cover is disposed away from the plurality of tungsten wires and a second position where the plurality of tungsten wires are received within the cover.

Abstract: A tool handle connection system and apparatus includes an elongate metal tube, and a connection member. The connection member has one attachment end thereof fitted in an end of the metal tube, and an opposite, threaded end axially projecting from the metal tube and connection member assembly. The metal tube is crimped around the attachment end of the connection member, and the threaded end of the connection member includes self-tapping screw threads and a rotation preventing member is connected to a tip portion to the threaded end after it is inserted through a broom head or the like to prevent the handle from rotating relative to the broom head once it is attached thereto. The connection member includes at least one flat region engaged by a crimped portion of the end of the elongate metal tube. The connection member preferably includes a means for reinforcing axial retention of the metal tube and a stopper means for limiting insertion of the attachment end into the metal tube.

Abstract: A toothbrush is provided having an enhanced grip handle. The toothbrush includes a head, a neck portion and a handle, connected to the head via the neck portion. The handle may be provided with a multiplicity of small, inverted V-shaped protrusions. Each of these protrusions preferably have a substantially flattened vertex to promote easy and sure gripping by the user. In addition, drainage grooves may be disposed in the handle to drain water from the protrusions.

Abstract: A paint roller consisting of a one-piece handle made of plastic provided with a handgrip and of a paint roll which can be mounted rotatably on the front end of the handle, in which the handle comprises over at least part of its length transversely running reinforcement elements which are interconnected in a reinforcing manner by longitudinal bracing.

Abstract: Heretofore, the average commercially available toothbrush had to depend on surfaces not attached to the toothbrush itself in order for the toothbrush to be stored when not in use, either in a holder often of questionable hygiene attached to a wall, in a drinking glass or other makeshift storage position. The unique feature of the combined toothbrush handle and stand as described in this application provides for the efficient, hygienic storage in a single unit, permitting the toothbrush bristles to air dry in an upright position free from contact with any surface. This is created by flexible moveable shafts set into the handle which are easily extended or retracted by the toothbrush user with the aid of a moveable ring to which the shafts are attached, thus creating a fully deployable stand alone base.

Abstract: A cleaning device for spot-cleaning fabrics without causing fiber damage is provided. A hand-held device with a convex face comprises treatment means, such as fibers. In use, the stained fabric is moistened with a cleaning composition and the device is rolled or rocked on the stained area. The fibers mechanically dislodge the stain. The device is especially useful as a pre-spotter in a dry cleaning operation.

Abstract: A toothbrush comprising a handle member affixed to a flexible extension which is grippable by the user so that the flexible end is in contact with the heel of the palm of the user to flex when force is applied by the user to the head of the toothbrush. Rubberized inserts are also provided on the handle of the toothbrush to provide improved gripping surfaces for the fingers and palm of the user.

Abstract: A trowel with a handle, having a blade (15) and a mount (2), provided thereon, for the handle (1), the mount (2) is fastened on the blade (15) by a fastening section (4), has a spacer section (3) and is inserted in an opening (6) of the handle (1) by way of an insertion section (5). For more straightforward assembly and production, it is provided that the insertion section (5) is inserted in a radial opening (6) of the handle (1), with the result that a securing pin (8) which is introduced axially into the handle is used to secure the insertion section (5) against being drawn out.

Abstract: A grill cleaning brush and scraper having a replaceable cleaning bristle head with scraper blade. A second handle grip for improved leverage and force application permits more efficient cleaning with less effort. The device also provides a soft-grip handle and curved neck portion for improved comfort during use.

Abstract: A brush handle is formed with a continuously arched upper surface portion and a lower surface portion separated into two arched portions by a humped semi-circular ridge. One of the lower arched portions forms a trigger grip for a single finger held in either a forehand or backhand grip. The handle is preferably covered with a high friction material in the form of a contoured rubber or elastomeric sleeve which is stretched over a complimentarily contoured molded plastic handle.

Abstract: The invention involves a multi-colored paintbrush handle having an axis (8), a first and a second extremity crossed by the axis (8), and an external grip surface (9) placed between said extremities, the handle including: a core (13) parallel to the axis (8), at least one colored raised part (14) emerging from the core (13) and externally defining at least one shaped section of the grip surface (9), and at least a first layer (16) of colored plastic material molded onto the core (13), the first layer (16) externally defining a main section (11) of the grip surface (9) and having a different color than that of the raised part (14).

Abstract: A grip member has a grip proper (1) made of a shape-memory resin in the shape of a bar, a connecting pin (4) disposed in one terminal part of the grip proper, a forked part (3) formed integrally in the other terminal side of the grip proper, and an annular part (2) formed integrally slightly toward one end of the grip proper (1) and adapted for enabling the forked part (3) to twine thereon. The grip member is enabled to cope easily with a delicate change in the gripping condition by heating the grip proper (1) and the vicinity thereof to a temperature surpassing the glass transition point of the shape-memory resin thereby endowing the shape-memory rubber with a rubbery state, causing the forked part (3) to twine itself around the annular part (2) in such a manner as to impart the shape of a loop to the grip proper.

Abstract: A push broom operable by a person in a more comfortably upright stature and with less force than required in using straight-handled push brooms has a front handle portion which extends conventionally upwardly and rearwardly from a brush block having downwardly depending bristles. The handle includes a posterior portion which angles upwardly and rearwardly from the front handle portion, thereby orienting the rear, upper end of the posterior handle portion is in a more nearly vertical position than that of straight handled brooms. Preferably, the handle is doubly bowed, the posterior portion of the handle including an intermediate handle portion inclined upwardly and rearwardly from the front handle portion, and a rear handle portion inclined upwardly and rearwardly from the intermediate handle portion.

Abstract: The invention concerns a toothbrush (10) with bristles (12) at the top and a handle (14) including a structure for maintaining the brush in a vertical storage position, characterized in that the brush handle (14) is longitudinally divided in its upper part into at least two branches (16,18,20) articulated between an open position for storage wherein the free ends (22,24,26) of the branches (16,18,20), mutually spaced, form support points for the brush (10) on a horizontal surface, and a closed position wherein the branches are brought together for the toothbrush (10) to be used.

Abstract: An electrically-powered polisher is provided which includes a central housing having a top and a bottom and a front and a back with a rotary pad mounted adjacent to the bottom of the housing. A front handle extends horizontally outwardly from the housing front substantially parallel to the top and bottom of the housing adjacent to and above the housing bottom. A rear handle extends outward from the housing rear and extends vertically between the top and bottom of the housing. A collar is defined at the top of the housing and a male receptacle, including male prongs, is mounted therein. The male receptacle is capable of being electrically connected to a female socket head of an electrical cord supplying power to the waxer. The collar is recessed in the top of the housing with the male prongs of the receptacle extending from the housing into the collar.

Abstract: A tongue hygiene device to be used with a mildly abrasive cleanser, the tongue hygiene device having a generally elongate handle section and a generally disk-shaped cleansing section. The handle section is ergonomically designed to allow the user to effectively and comfortably hold the tongue hygiene device in proper cleansing alignment with the tongue. The cleansing section includes three generally parallel, circular patterns of medium-length bristles of medium stiffness, protruding from a generally disk-shaped cleansing head, the cleansing head having a top face, and a bottom face from which the bristles protrude, and a large aperture extending between the centers of the bottom and top faces which is surrounded by the bristles on the bottom face. The bristles allow the tongue hygiene device to cleanse the tongue by brushing bacteria and food buildup from the tongue using a mildly abrasive cleanser.