Abstract: A device for providing self-assisting hygienic activity to individuals of limited dexterity, the device including an elongated body constructed of first and second telescoping portions and terminating at a first end in an ergonomically configured handle. A hygienic related accessory is secured to the other end of the elongated body, which includes a repositionable goose neck portion. The accessory capable of being manipulated relative to the elongated body in at least one of axially extending and angularly configurable fashions and the accessory is further capable of being releasably engageable to the associated end of the elongated body and substituted by at least one alternately configured accessory drawn from at least one of a sponge attachment, lotion dispensing attachment, disposable sheet attachment, scrub brush attachment and powder applicator attachment.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for cleaning and polishing products, including fruits and vegetables, in which the product is placed in a specially constructed cleaning bag and oscillated. The rolling motion of the product cleans and polishes the surfaces of the product. The bag has a lining especially selected for the purpose and is designed for occasional replacement of the lining or temporary removal for cleaning purposes. In one embodiment, the bag features an elastic section that accommodates various sizes of loads.

Abstract: The skin cleaning method employs a skin cleaning aid knitted from an acrylic yarn using a garter stitch. The garter stitch creates surfaces with ridges and voids that pass through the cleaning aid. A cleanser and water form a lather that fills some of the voids. When using the skin cleaner, abrasive acrylic fibers scrape lather and dead skin cells from the skin and deliver the lather and dead skin cells to an adjacent void. Additional lather is applied to the skin that was scraped by an acrylic fiber.

Abstract: The present invention provides preferred, preferably liquid, hard surface cleaning compositions, compositions with cleaning liquid composition on a substrate, compositions used with absorbent pads and implements and devices for making the process of cleaning hard surfaces and/or maintaining their appearance and hygiene easier and more effective.

Abstract: A buffing or polishing material has a nonwoven fleece layer and a backing layer that adds strength and dimensional stability to the material. The nonwoven fleece layer is a needled blend of natural fibers and synthetic fibers having a uniform density and working surface, resulting in a better polishing or finishing consistency. The material can withstand high heat levels and can be worked quickly, resulting in a more efficient polishing or finishing operation. The buff material can be converted into any preferred shape or tool, such as an endless belt, disc, flapwheel, or spiral band.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for removal of dry ink dust and for conditioning of white boards, which includes a removable and selectively replaceable core that may optionally be treated with cleaning and anti-static compounds. The core may be a foam cube having six surfaces each individually capable of cleaning a whiteboard. The core being removable and reinsertable in a different orientation to provide a superior cleaning surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for applying a substance, the device comprising:

Abstract: A cleaning attachment for converting a cleaning implement to a mop includes a cover having end sections which are interconnected by a central section. The end sections are secured together to form an enclosure around the cleaning head of an implement. The central section is of V-shape to provide a pair of support surfaces. A wipe or cleaning cloth is attached to the central section thereby resulting in two separate cleaning areas.

Abstract: A dual functional sheet-like cleaning article having a first layer made of at least one non-woven material and a second layer made of at least one different non-woven material in which the first layer provides a water absorbing capability wherein the second layer provides an abrasive capability to the cleaning article.

Abstract: Scuff Remover Device with a stick like handle, a hollow, spherical ball shape having a size and outside surface similar to that of a standard tennis ball. A connection collar joins one end of the stick handle to the ball shape and an adhesive material connects the collar to the ball shape.

Abstract: Tearing cleaning cloth structure composed of multiple sheets of cleaning cloths which are overlapped with each other to form a cleaning cloth. The peripheral of the cleaning cloth is formed with several through holes. The circumference of each through hole is formed with a connecting edge between each upper sheet and each lower sheet of cleaning cloths. After used, the outermost upper and lower cleaning cloths can be entirely torn away. Therefore, in next wipe, the cleaning cloth keeps having an entirely clean surface.

Abstract: A soft soothing bath scrub is formed of a scrubbing layer, such as a a sponge layer, and a wash cloth layer. A stabilizing layer may be interposed, preferably by first attaching it to the underside of the sponge layer, and attaching the sponge layer to the wash cloth layer by intermittent fastening such as by stitches, through the wash cloth layer and into side edge of the sponge layer.

Abstract: Wiping means are provided to help skiers, hunters, cyclists, tennis players and others in keeping their nose clean and dry. Also, to wipe sweat from foreheads. Various embodiments are shown. For example, the wipes can be attached to gloves, or to sleeves of jackets, or can simply be in the shape of a wristband or armband. Wipes can be covered for esthetic reasons. Wipes and their components can be provided together with their base patches; or separately, where users can purchase spare sponges to apply to their existing patches. Both patches and/or sponges can be of various colors and/or imprinted with logos, trade names, or other advertising information.

Abstract: A mop head uses a ribbon of non-woven absorbent synthetic material folded lengthwise in multiple thicknesses. The ribbon is formed into a coiled wrapping which is collapsed centrally to provide opposite arms and a center of double thickness with top and bottom layers. A center strip of binder material extends longitudinally in this position between the top and bottom layers. Spaced rows of stitching secure the center strip to the top and bottom layers.

Abstract: A cleaning device composed of a rigid or semi-rigid plate and a substantially flat cleaning pad removably fixed to the plate. The cleaning pad is composed of: a first layer made of light non-woven material, forming the outer face of the pad and having a first permeability to an aqueous liquid, a first thickness, a first capacity of absorption of the aqueous liquid, and abrasive properties; a second layer made of a blotting material, adjacent to the first layer and having a second permeability lower than the first permeability, a second thickness greater than the first thickness, and a second capacity of absorption; a third layer made of a dense hydrophilic material, adjacent to the second layer and having a third permeability, a third thickness, and a third capacity of absorption higher than the second capacity of absorption; and a fourth layer made of a liquid impermeable film.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cleaning wipe which is a water insoluble substrate impregnated with a cleaning composition containing a cellulosic polymer.

Abstract: A manual scuff mark removal tool for removing random scuff marks from floor surfaces has an angulated head with a pad support block which has a bottom surface and a front edge surface and defines toe and heel corners and edges. A handle projection is defined by the head and is oriented in obtuse angular relation with the pad support block and defines a handle receptacle receiving a handle with a hand grip. A weight is preferably encapsulated within the head for continuously applying a weight induced downward force to a floor during scuff mark removal. A replaceable pad is secured to and covers the bottom surface, front edge surface and the toe and heel corners of the pad support block and by selectively positioning the head of the tool, selected portions of the pad engages the floor surface being cleaned.

Abstract: A one-piece mop swab, and method of manufacture thereof, is disclosed. The one-piece mop swab comprises at least one generally planar sheet of absorbent material, the sheet having a plurality of bounded openings therein which are arranged discontinuously in at least first and second directions to define an absorbent surface characterized by a network of seamlessly interconnected absorbent regions of the material sheet.

Abstract: A disposable dual sided cleaning cloth is in the form of a laminate having outer layers which are preferably made of non-woven material. The outer layers are secured together by an intermediate hydrophilic polyurethane absorbent foam coating which contains at least one cleaning ingredient.

Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: A method of making spherical bath scrubbers includes the steps: setting up a first pillar, a second pillar, a third pillar and a fourth pillar in an upright and juxtaposed manner; slipping a first netting tube around the third and the fourth pillar; slipping a second netting tube around the first and the second pillar to surround the first netting tube from outside, and using a rope to tie and fasten the first and the second netting tube together between the third and the fourth pillar; and removing the first and the second setting tube from the four pillars in a progressive way to form a completed bath scrubber.

Abstract: A bathing ball is constructed to include a first endless tube of lace-like fabric, a second endless tube of lace-like fabric, a first binder fastened to the first endless tube of lace-like fabric to tie up a middle part of the first endless tube of lace-like fabric, for enabling the first endless tube of lace-like fabric to be stretched into a first spherical body, and a second binder fastened to a middle part of the second endless tube of lace-like fabric and the tied up middle part of the first endless tube of lace-like fabric, for enabling the second endless tube of lace-like fabric to be stretched into a second spherical body around the periphery of the first spherical body

Abstract: Crimped bath scrubber including at least one blank material extending in a predetermined direction. The blank material is made of multiple first yarns and second yarns by a non-weaving measure. The blank material includes a substrate layer formed of the first yarns and a top layer overlaid on the substrate layer and formed of the second yarns. Corresponding portions of the first and second yarns are connected. The extending direction of the second yarns and the extending direction of the first yarns and the extending direction of the blank material respectively contains predetermined angles. The blank material is formed with multiple upward or downward bent crimped sections. The contained angle of each bent crimped section is less than 90 degrees, whereby the blank material is formed with multiple triangular solid spaces and the blank material is more spongy and fluffy so as to contain more water and bubble therein. The angles of the crimped sections provide better cleaning effect.

Abstract: A multi-surface towel is afforded. A first piece of material has an absorbent surface. A second piece of material is coupled to the first piece of material and has a surface suitable for polishing. A third piece of material is coupled to the first and second piece of material and has an abrasive surface. Thus, the towel is multi-functional.

Abstract: A two-sided washcloth is made of a sheet of loofah that is lined on an outside perimeter with cloth. The washcloth has a convenient set of parallel spaced-apart linear openings also lined with cloth. The surface area of the loofah between the linear openings together with the lining around the openings constitutes a holding area for pressing the back one's hand against after inserting four fingers of a person's hand through both linear openings. The grip is secured by maintaining the thumb on the near side of the first opening. The grip permits both sides of the sheet comprising the washcloth to be applied to the body conveniently, thereby assuring maximum use of the loofah.

Abstract: A cloth accessory and methods for the use thereof are disclosed and described. In one aspect, the cloth accessory may include a cover member forming an enclosure with a cavity therein, and a cloth attached to the cover member. The cloth may have a first configuration wherein the cloth is retracted substantially into the cover member, and a second configuration wherein the cloth is extended substantially out of the cover member without becoming detached therefrom.

Abstract: A dishwashing cleaning wipe comprising a fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: A multi-use bathing implement (10, 10a, 10b, 10c, 58) for use in cleansing and exfoliating skin and as a toy, a holder of soap or like products, and a decoration. The bathing implement (10, 10a, 10b, 10c, 58) includes a toroidal sponge component (14) and can also have a removable attachment component (26, 30). The donut-shaped sponge component (14) is preferably made of mesh sponge material and is concentrically disposed about an inner ring-shaped component (16, 16a, 16c, 64) defining a central opening (12, 62) in which the attachment component (26, 30) can be removably secured. The inner ring-shaped component (16, 16a, 16c, 64) provides a ready gripping area which can be held for manipulating the bathing implement (10, 10a, 10b, 10c, 58). The attachment component (26, 30) can be, for instance, a toy, a solid soap product, a container of a bath/cosmetic product or the like, a mesh netting pocket, or a knob-shaped hanging device (44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56) having a suction cup (66).

Abstract: A tufted coform nonwoven web prepared from meltblown filaments and at least one secondary material is disclosed. The tufted coform nonwoven web is useful as cleaning pads, wipes, mops, among other articles of manufacture. One surface of the tufted coform nonwoven web has projections which increase the bulk of the nonwoven web. The projections also aid in the scrubbing and cleaning ability of the coform nonwoven web. Also disclosed is the process of producing the tufted coform nonwoven web, method of using the tufted coform nonwoven web as a wipe, mop, and the like, along with cleaning kits containing the coform nonwoven web.

Abstract: A hand-held pad is disclosed for cleaning, waxing, rubbing, polishing and applying liquid or semi-liquid to surfaces. The pad has at least four faces that are in non-parallel planes to every other face. Each face has a wide end tapered to a narrow end. Each face may have different texture, absorbency and/or abrasiveness than each other face. The hand-held pad provides ergonomic advantages and may be used on a variety of surfaces and/or materials.

Abstract: Disclosed are cleaning sheets having at least two regions, where the regions are distinguished by basis weight. In particular, the cleaning sheet comprises one or more high basis weight regions having a basis weight of from about 30 to about 120 g/m2 and one or more low basis weight regions, wherein the low basis weight region(s) have a basis weight that is not more than about 80% of the basis weight of the high basis weight region(s). Also disclosed are cleaning sheets having substantial macroscopic three-dimensionality, in addition to having multiple basis weights. Optionally, the macroscopically three-dimensional cleaning sheets can comprise a scrim material, which when heated and then cooled, contracts so as to provide a macroscopic three-dimensional structure. Macroscopic three-dimensionality is described in terms of “average height differential”, as well as the “average peak-to-peak” distance.

Abstract: A dual texture coform nonwoven web prepared from meltblown filaments and at least one secondary material is disclosed. The dual texture coform nonwoven web is useful as cleaning pads, wipes, mops, among other articles of manufacture. One surface of the dual texture coform nonwoven web contains coarse filaments, which impart an abrasive characteristic to this surface of the nonwoven web and the other surface contains fine filaments, which impart a non-abrasive or soft surface to the nonwoven web. Also disclosed is the process of producing the dual texture coform nonwoven web, method of using the dual texture coform nonwoven web as a wipe, mop, and the like, along with cleaning kits containing the coform nonwoven web.

Abstract: A comfortable bathing scrubber includes a tubular flexible mesh member which is corrugated sinuously, stitched and fastened with a pair of elastic bands or strips longitudinally about a longitudinal axis of the tubular mesh member and then wound to form an annular ring member of the flexible mesh member, of which two opposite ends of the ring member are finally tied or fastened to obtain a spherical bathing scrubber for comfortably bathing or rubbing a user's body without scratching or injuring her or his skin.

Abstract: A bath ball includes a corrugated annular body being formed by axially squeezing a long sleeve-shaped elastic net woven or knitted from artificial fibers and having an extent of elasticity. The corrugated annular body is tied at two diametrically opposite points with fastening means so that outer peripheral portions of the corrugated annular body naturally loosely expand about the tied points toward two outer sides to form a puffy body close to a ball. The corrugated annular body includes a plurality of valleys, into which one or more types of cleaning elements may be selectively embedded to extend in a direction parallel with the valleys. The cleaning elements enable the bath ball to hold more bubbles and provide enhanced cleaning effect.

Abstract: A swab for cleaning electrical and electro-mechanical components includes a handle defining a longitudinal axis and having a cleaning head end and a grasping end. The cleaning head end is formed to define a taper. A fabric cleaning end is formed by forming a fabric around the handle at the taper. A conical cleaning head is formed and is sealed to the handle at a juncture of the cleaning head end and the grasping end to define a circumferential handle seal. The fabric is further sealed along the taper to define a longitudinal seal. A method for making the swab is also disclosed.

Abstract: A faux painting tool includes a tubular handle, planer body and an application surface. The handle is rotatable and extendable to provide versatility and user comfort. The handle rotates about a first end having a circular dowel rotatably engaged by two spaced parallel couplings. A second end of the handle is removably engaged by a semi-circular carrier member having an opening for insertion of a portion of the handle. A telescoping elongated unit is slidably positioned over the tubular handle. Pressing spring biased pins permits the telescoping unit to be adjusted along a length of the tubular handle thereby lengthening the handle. A handle end includes a threaded aperture for receiving a threaded pole extension. Application material, including lamb's wool, is removably attached to a body of the tool by means of hook and loop fasteners attached to the material and a back surface of the tool's body.

Abstract: A bathing brush fabrication method includes the steps of (a) preparing at least one springy meshed tube concentrically arranged together, (b) turning a first end of the at least one springy meshed tube inside out toward a second end thereof and then turning the second end inside out over the first open end to form a combined end at one end and a folded end at the other end, (c) repeatedly folding combined end inside out to form a folded body having an inner layer and an outer layer, (e) preparing a flexible loop, and then inserting a part of the flexible loop in between the inner layer and outer layer of the folded body, and (f) fixedly fastening at least a part of the inner layer and the outer layer to a part of the flexible loop.

Abstract: A cleaning wipe comprising a multi layer needlepunched fabric wherein the fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition.

Abstract: A cleaning device composed of a rigid or semi-rigid plate and a substantially flat cleaning pad removably fixed to the plate. The cleaning pad is composed of: a first layer made of light non-woven material, forming the outer face of the pad and having a first permeability to an aqueous liquid, a first thickness, a first capacity of absorption of the aqueous liquid, and abrasive properties; a second layer made of a blotting material, adjacent to the first layer and having a second permeability lower than the first permeability, a second thickness greater than the first thickness, and a second capacity of absorption; a third layer made of a dense hydrophilic material, adjacent to the second layer and having a third permeability, a third thickness, and a third capacity of absorption higher than the second capacity of absorption; and a fourth layer made of a liquid impermeable film.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cleaning device (1) comprising a surface structure which is made of a cleaning material and is provided with at least one holding loop (2) arranged on part of the surface opposite the cleaning side. The loop is used for attachment to the hand or pans of the hand. The invention is characterized in that the ends of the holding loop (2) are arranged in close proximity to each other in the region of the above-mentioned surface.

Abstract: Bathing brush including an annular main body made of elastic and water-absorbent material and several bathing balls fixed on the main body at intervals. Each of the bathing balls includes at least one elastic mesh tube and at least one binding member. The circumference of the elastic mesh tube is crimped and waved. Then the elastic mesh tube is bound by the binding member. The bathing balls tightly abut against the circumference of the main body. In use of the bathing brush, the multiple bathing balls are able to maintain water therein. Moreover, the main body can also maintain a certain amount of water therein. The water contained in the main body can be gradually released to infiltrate into the adjacent bathing balls. Accordingly, the bathing balls can kept wet for a longer time.

Abstract: A method for making a bath brush involves the fitting of a tubular net main body with two support rods which are separated from each other by a predetermined distance. The tubular net main body is then laterally stretched before a brush handle is disposed in the middle portion of one side of the two support rods. A tightening member is used to wrap the tubular net main body which is then tightened to locate on the brush handle. The stretched main body is gradually pulled out of the two support rods such that the main body is fastened with one side of the brush handle, and that the main body expands at the tightening point serving as a center to form a loose bath ball.

Abstract: A cleaning implement comprising a handle and a removable cleaning pad. The removable cleaning pad is capable of absorbing at least 10 g deionized water per g of cleaning pad in 20 minutes, under a confining pressure of 0.09 psi. These implements provide the convenience of disposable cleaning implements and the cleaning ability of conventional mops.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to ion-sensitive, water-dispersible polymers. The present invention is also directed to a method of making ion-sensitive, water-dispersible polymers and their applicability as binder compositions. The present invention is further directed to fiber-containing fabrics and webs comprising ion-sensitive, water-dispersible binder compositions and their applicability in water-dispersible personal care products.

Abstract: A cleaning implement comprising a handle and a removable cleaning pad. The removable cleaning pad is capable of absorbing at least 10 g deionized water per g of cleaning pad in 20 minutes, under a confining pressure of 0.09 psi. These implements provide the convenience of disposable cleaning implements and the cleaning ability of conventional mops.

Abstract: An antibacterial cleaning wipe comprising a nonwoven fabric wherein the nonwoven fabric is impregnated with a cleaning composition that provides a lasting antibacterial protection of hard surfaces.

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 cleaning apparatus for effectively and efficiently cleaning a broad surface includes a handle member, a pivot structure attached to a distal end of the handle member, a plurality of arms extending from the pivot structure, a center pad attached to the pivot structure, a plurality of outer pads attached to a distal end of the arms, and a plurality of cover members attached to the pads. The center pad is rotatably attached to the pivot structure for allowing rotation during cleaning of a surface. The outer pads are pivotally attached to the arms for conforming to the shape of the surface being cleaned.

Abstract: Bath ball structure including a bathing body and a string tying the bathing body. The bathing body is composed of multiple brushing layers overlapping one another and thermally fused with one another at the center thereof. One face of each brushing layer is formed with a number of through holes. The other face of the brushing layer is formed with a number of corresponding abrasive projections with good frictional force. The bathing body is repeatedly folded back and forth to form a semiproduct of the bath ball having multiple crimps. The string is tied at the thermal fusion seam of the center of the semiproduct to form a bath ball product. When used or sold, the respective brushing layers of the bath ball product are pulled outward to form the bath ball.

Abstract: Absorbent, multilayer cleaning fabrics are provided which have (i) a porous, abrasion resistant liquid pervious top layer, (ii) a liquid impervious bottom layer, and (iii) an absorbent mat sealed between the top and bottom layers. The top and/or bottom layers form highly flexible tabs that extend beyond the absorbent mat and allow the cleaning fabric to be easily attached and removed from a cleaning tool having fasteners. The multilayer cleaning fabrics are well suited for wiping wet surfaces and/or cleaning surfaces with soap and water or other liquid cleaners.