Bathroom Accessory Patents (Class 211/119.009)
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Patent number: 11478320Abstract: The medical device holder can be attached to a plurality of different support structures to retain a medical device at a convenient location near a patient. The medical device holder includes an elongated housing which defines a pair of storage areas for a medical device. The housing is formed of a first planar member fixed to a second concave member. The concave member defines first and second chambers, the first being generally L-shaped.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2015Date of Patent: October 25, 2022Assignee: Jacobs Emerging Technologies, LLCInventor: Michael John Jacobs
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Patent number: 11172793Abstract: Aspects of the present disclosure generally pertain to a devices for dampening inadvertent rollout of a paper roll. Generally, the disclosed dampening device for a paper roll is a device that rests on a bottom portion of an inner surface of a paper roll when the paper roll is installed in a horizontal orientation. The dampening device relies on its weight, to provide friction to resist rollout.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2019Date of Patent: November 16, 2021Inventor: Reinhold Mueller
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Patent number: 10321792Abstract: A system for dispensing toilet paper and wipes in a bathroom includes a frame configured to be coupled to a wall of a bathroom via a fastener connection with the wall, a product arm configured to receive toilet paper and facilitate dispensing of the toilet paper, the product arm coupled to the frame, and an auxiliary dispenser configured to dispense wipes, the auxiliary dispenser coupled to the frame where the auxiliary dispenser is operable between an open position and a closed position, where the wipes can be loaded into a receiving bay when the auxiliary dispenser is in the open position, and where the wipes can be dispensed from the receiving bay by a user when the auxiliary dispenser is in the closed position.Type: GrantFiled: July 12, 2016Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Inventor: David Kennedy
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Patent number: 10213915Abstract: An improved tool shelf assembly allows a user to store and organize tools while working on a scissor lift. The assembly includes a panel having a front surface and a back surface. A flange is coupled to the panel. The flange and the back surface form a channel configured to receive a handrail of a scissor lift to support the panel on the scissor lift. A lower shelf has a lower end, an upper end and a peripheral wall extending between the upper and lower ends. Each of the lower end, the upper end and the peripheral wall define an interior space of the lower shelf. The lower shelf is attached to and extends outwardly from the front surface. A plurality of openings is positioned in the lower shelf. Each of the openings provides access into the interior space wherein each of the openings is configured to receive a tool therein.Type: GrantFiled: July 20, 2017Date of Patent: February 26, 2019Inventor: Vincent DeMarco
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Patent number: 10130219Abstract: A storage and assist assembly for a shower includes a first member, a second member, and an elongated member. The first member is configured to be coupled to an upper portion of a fixed wall member. The second member is configured to be coupled to a lower portion of the fixed wall member. The elongated member is removably coupled between the first and second members and is configured to receive one or more storage accessories thereon.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2015Date of Patent: November 20, 2018Assignee: KOHLER CO.Inventors: Alan T. McDonald, Sarah K. O'Brien, Yoon Kyum Koh, Luke B. Zimbric
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Patent number: 10123664Abstract: The present invention provides a mounting system for an accessory that enables a consumer to easily install and uninstall the accessory on a mounting surface. The accessory mounting system includes a post and a mounting assembly. The mounting assembly includes a first mounting subassembly and a second mounting subassembly. The first mounting subassembly includes a deflectable member. The second mounting subassembly includes a set screw. The post is operable to be attached to the mounting surface by an engagement of the first mounting subassembly with the post and a snap engagement of the deflectable member of the first mounting subassembly with the second mounting subassembly. The post is operable to be removed from the mounting surface by unthreading the set screw and disengagement of the deflectable member of the first mounting subassembly with the second mounting subassembly and disengagement of the first mounting subassembly with the post.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2017Date of Patent: November 13, 2018Assignee: Moen IncorporatedInventor: Kyle Clancy Jones
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Patent number: 9883742Abstract: Various embodiments of shelving systems are disclosed. In some embodiments, the shelving system can include an elongated support member and a plurality of shelves. In certain embodiments, the one or more of the shelves has an accessory. In various embodiments, the accessory has a deployable divider and/or an expandable bottom. Certain embodiments of the shelving system include an attachment mechanism configured to couple a lower portion of the support member to a stationary objection, such as a wall.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2015Date of Patent: February 6, 2018Assignee: simplehuman, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor, Zachary Rapoport
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Patent number: 9770138Abstract: Shower caddies with vertically and horizontally movable baskets are disclosed. Each basket is independently adjustable by a mechanism including a front plate, a rear plate and a draw fastener, which allows the user to adjust both the vertical and horizontal position of the basket from a single control point for simple and easy operation. The shower caddies may also include a tilt-resisting locking mechanism that resists rotation of the caddies when supporting an uneven load.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2017Date of Patent: September 26, 2017Assignee: MAYTEX MILLS, INC.Inventor: David Harry Engell
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Patent number: 9107496Abstract: An adjustable pole caddy includes an elongated pole, a shelf including a generally planar surface for supporting at least one object thereon, a clamp having a first aperture and a second aperture, and a fastener extending through the first aperture of the clamp. The second aperture extends around at least a portion of an outer periphery of the pole. In a locked position of the fastener and clamp, an end portion of the fastener engages the pole and at least a portion of the shelf removably engages at least a portion of the clamp. The clamp is secured to the pole and the shelf is secured to the clamp. In a released position of the fastener and clamp, the end portion of the fastener does not engage the pole.Type: GrantFiled: May 24, 2012Date of Patent: August 18, 2015Assignee: Zenith Products CorporationInventors: Benjamin G. Lindo, Joseph Vaccaro, Kaveh Didehvar
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Patent number: 8998008Abstract: One embodiment of a corner shelf assembly having a shelf held securely in a horizontal position by a bracket or corner element, two support rails and two end caps. The shelf comprises a flat sheet with one corner clipped at its apex so that the shelf may be slid into a complementary slot in a bracket or corner element secured into a wall corner. The corner element is attached to two support rails held securely horizontal by the configuration of the corner piece. The support rails comprise a solid body with a narrow tongue protruding from it and running the length of the solid body. The tongues of the support rails are secured to walls having complementary openings and are further secured to the walls by fasteners. The shelf is rested upon the support rails and secured at its front by end caps that sandwich the shelf and the support rails, thus holding the shelf toward the corner and preventing it from tipping up or down. Other embodiments are described and shown.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2013Date of Patent: April 7, 2015Inventor: Bruce Mack Robertson
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Patent number: 8869996Abstract: This disclosure relates to the field of holders for the storage of hair care appliances and similar articles wherein the hair care appliances are stored (held) for immediate use. A thermal barrier clip for use with flat irons is also disclosed for use with the holder so as to improve safety and increase the lifespan of the flat iron. A hair dryer hook is also disclosed which allows for storage of a hair dryer with a diffuser attached.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2012Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Inventor: Robert Christenson
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Patent number: 8857109Abstract: A tile-ready base includes a triangular top wall disposed in a horizontal plane when the base is secured to a corner. A first side wall depends from a first edge of the top wall and abuts a first vertical wall of a building. A second side wall depends from a second edge of the top wall and abuts a second vertical wall of the building. A front wall depends from a front edge of the triangular top wall and interconnects respective forward ends of the first and second side walls. Structural support ribs underlie the top wall and enhance the structural integrity of the base. Concavities are formed in the top wall in close proximity to the first and second side walls. Each concavity receives a screw and facilitates attachment of the base to the corner. The base is installed and tiled with no delay between installation and tiling.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2012Date of Patent: October 14, 2014Inventor: Mark E. Kirby
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Patent number: 8819876Abstract: An example shower assembly includes a mount for removeably securing and supporting an accessory item to a shower wall. The mounts are permanently attached to the shower wall and are spaced apart a set desired distance. Slots on the accessory item receive the mounts to support the accessory item firmly and substantially rigidly to the shower wall. Removal of the accessory item is performed by lifting to allow installation of another accessory item as desired.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2007Date of Patent: September 2, 2014Assignee: Masco Corporation of IndianaInventors: Peter Dabrowski, Michael Krushlin
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Patent number: 8806670Abstract: A rotatable shower rod system may be provided. The system may include a pair of mounting brackets coupled to a wall, the pair of mounting brackets includes a stationary portion; a rotatable portion rotatably coupled to the stationary portion, the rotatable portion rotates to at least one of a first position and a second position about an axis of rotation; and a cover coupled to the stationary portion; and a curved rod extending between the pair of mounting brackets.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2011Date of Patent: August 19, 2014Inventor: Colleen O'Connell
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Publication number: 20140224754Abstract: A shower caddy includes a clamp assembly including a first portion configured to be positioned on a pipe, a fastener configured to restrict movement of the first portion with respect to the pipe, and a second portion pivotally coupled to the first portion; and a shelf assembly coupled to the second portion of the clamp assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2013Publication date: August 14, 2014Applicant: Maytex Mills, Inc.Inventor: David M. Baines
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Patent number: 8800072Abstract: A shower curtain rod assembly includes a suction disk, an engaging member, a positioning member, a cover and a rod unit. The shower curtain rod assembly is able to be installed between two walls with different inclinations and different distances.Type: GrantFiled: April 13, 2012Date of Patent: August 12, 2014Inventor: Shih-Lin Chang
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Patent number: 8763821Abstract: A shelving system can include can include an elongated support member and a plurality of shelves, each of which can be supported by a clamping mechanism. The support member can have a telescoping configuration so that upper and lower ends of the support member can be pressed against upper and lower stationary objects.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2013Date of Patent: July 1, 2014Assignee: simplehuman, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Tzu-Hao Wei, Myk Wayne Lum, Adam C. Wade
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Patent number: 8646626Abstract: A wall mounting bath accessory assembly contains a fixing member including an inner wall, an outer wall, and two side walls; the inner wall including at least one recess and a retaining fence; on a connecting corner of each side wall and the outer wall being fixed a first resilient lock block, and the first resilient lock block including a first arcuate projection; a base formed in a cover shape and including a groove in which an opening is formed so that the fixing member is received in the groove via the opening, the groove including two first positioning ribs, and each first positioning rib including a first engaging slot; the groove also including two second positioning ribs, and each second positioning rib including a second engaging slot formed on a top end thereof proximate to the opening.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2010Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: Globe Union Industrial Corp.Inventors: Weimien Hsu, Chunhung Li, Fenyong Nan
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Patent number: 8573416Abstract: An adjustable shelf assembly including an elongated frame and a first shelf and a second shelf attached to the frame. The frame has a first end and a second end, and generally extends in a first plane. At least a portion of the first and second shelves extends in a second plane generally perpendicular to the first plane. The first and second shelves are separately transversely movable in the second plane relative to the frame. The shelf assembly is in an open position when the first and second shelves are transversely moved away and spaced apart from each other in the second plane, a generally vacant space is formed between the first and second shelves. The shelf assembly is in a closed position when the first and second shelves are positioned proximate to each other.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 2010Date of Patent: November 5, 2013Assignee: Zenith Products CorporationInventors: Keveh Didehvar, Joseph Vaccaro
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Patent number: 8556091Abstract: An updated version of the tradition shower caddy according to the present invention is designed to use retractable cords and removable clips as an aide to assist in storage of bathing/shower products instead of plastic racks or wire trays as used in traditional shower caddies. The device according to the present invention comprises an adjustable over-the-door hanger for the device to mount on a shower enclosure panel or door, at least one retractable reel and noncorrosive retractable cord attached to the over-the-door hanger, at least one removable clip attached to the retractable cord for securely holding shower articles such as shampoo, conditioner, body soap and the like, at least one hook for robe, body scrubber, and towels, and a soap dish.Type: GrantFiled: October 11, 2011Date of Patent: October 15, 2013Inventor: Charlyne Cutler
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Patent number: 8474632Abstract: A caddy for use in bathrooms is disclosed. The caddy can include removable shelf assemblies and/or accessory units for holding common household items. The removable shelf accessories can include knobs which can be turned to secure and free the shelf assemblies from a support member of the caddy. The accessory units can snap into place on the support member. The support member can include a telescoping section and biasing element which permits the caddy to adjust to different sized bathrooms. A sliding member can be incorporated to provide additional areas for attachment of shelf assemblies or accessory units.Type: GrantFiled: December 1, 2009Date of Patent: July 2, 2013Assignee: simplehuman, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor
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Patent number: 8408405Abstract: A shelving system including an elongated support member and a plurality of shelves, each of which can be supported by a clamping mechanism. The support member has a telescoping configuration so that upper and lower ends of the support member can be pressed against upper and lower stationary objects. The clamping mechanism allows the plurality of shelves to be adjusted both vertically and laterally along a length of the elongated support member.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2011Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: simplehuman, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Tzu-Hao Wei, Myk Wayne Lum, Adam C. Wade
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Publication number: 20120217215Abstract: A shower caddy system includes a tension pole, a number of shelves and a number of clips for attaching and reattaching the shelves to the tension pole. The clips are opened and closed when attaching and reattaching the shelves to the tension pole. Repositioning a shelf to a new location on the tension pole therefore does not require the removal of the tension pole from a shower stall or bathtub/shower area, thereby saving a user a significant amount of time and effort.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2011Publication date: August 30, 2012Inventors: Robert A. Emery, Joseph Gasparino
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Patent number: 8225946Abstract: A shelving system having a support member and a plurality of shelves slidably connected to the support member with a connection mechanism. The connection mechanism including a clamping mechanism moving between locked and unlocked positions, wherein in the locked position the shelf is locked to the support member and in the unlocked position the shelf can be adjusted linearly along and linearly perpendicularly to a longitudinal axis of the support member. The top of the support member includes a hinged clamp which can attach to a shower head pipe for hanging the shelving system, and the bottom of the support member includes a suction cup for further securing the shelving system to the surface of a wall.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2006Date of Patent: July 24, 2012Assignee: simplehuman, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor
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Patent number: 8186521Abstract: A wall rack includes two parallel sliding rails each having a plurality of protrusions spaced along the length, a frame having two pairs of first hooks at the front side, two stop members respectively connected to the first hooks and two pairs of second hooks hooked on and movable along the sliding rails, a storage basket having two mounting rods respectively secured to the first hooks, and a positioning device formed of an axle that is pivotally coupled to the frame, a retaining rod and a bearing member and biasable relative the frame to lock the frame to the sliding rails where the retaining rod is stopped at the top side of one protrusion of each of the two sliding rails and the bearing member is stopped against one stop member of the frame.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2010Date of Patent: May 29, 2012Assignee: Dongguan Master United Plastic & Hardware Products Co., Ltd.Inventor: Hsien-Jui Yu
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Patent number: 8069508Abstract: A rotatable shower rod system may be provided. The system may include a pair of mounting brackets coupled to a wall, the pair of mounting brackets includes a stationary portion; a rotatable portion rotatably coupled to the stationary portion, the rotatable portion rotates to at least one of a first position and a second position about an axis of rotation; and a cover coupled to the stationary portion; and a curved rod extending between the pair of mounting brackets.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2008Date of Patent: December 6, 2011Inventor: Colleen O'Connell
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Publication number: 20110271438Abstract: A shelving system can include can include an elongated support member and a plurality of shelves, each of which can be supported by a clamping mechanism. The support member can have a telescoping configuration so that upper and lower ends of the support member can be pressed against upper and lower stationary objects.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2011Publication date: November 10, 2011Applicant: SIMPLEHUMAN, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Tzu-Hao Wei, Myk Wayne Lum, Adam C. Wade
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Patent number: 7971737Abstract: A wall mountable shelf for storing items in a shower or bath enclosure includes a frame, a base member connected with the frame, a back plate connected with the frame and arranged to support the frame on the wall, and adhesive arranged between the back plate and the wall for securing the shelf to the wall surface. The frame includes a top rail portion, a front rail portion, and a pair of side rail portions connecting the top rail portion and the front rail portion. Each side rail portion includes a back portion extending downwardly from the top rail portion and a bottom portion extending from the back portion to the front rail portion arranged at an angle of less than 90°.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2007Date of Patent: July 5, 2011Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Peter J. Newbould, Pasquale Cirulli, Russell G. Pihlstrom
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Patent number: 7938279Abstract: A portable and adjustable unique organizer device for hanging on the top of wall(s) or panel(s) and a method of using the device are disclosed. The device has a frame structure with shelves and bars to store and organize various accessories or hygiene items particularly used in showers. The shelves and bars are adjustable by snapping snap-in knobs into different snap-in holes built in the frame structure.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2008Date of Patent: May 10, 2011Inventor: Ivan Kaplan
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Patent number: 7931161Abstract: A wall mountable wire grid organizer rack assembly includes a support grid structure including a perimeter frame and a plurality of transverse support members connected with the perimeter frame. A plurality of accessories are removably connected with the support members, and at least one stretch removable adhesive strip is arranged between the support grid and the wall for securing the rack to the wall.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2007Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Peter J. Newbould, Ivana Babic, Craig Thompson, Russell G. Pihlstrom
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Patent number: 7931160Abstract: A wall mountable shelf assembly includes an elongated support rail, at least one accessory slidably connected with the support rail, and at least one stretch releasing adhesive strip arranged between the support rail and the wall for securing the shelf assembly to the wall.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2007Date of Patent: April 26, 2011Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Peter J. Newbouild, Pasquale Cirulli, Craig Thompson, James L. Bries, Russell G. Pihlstrom, Jon E. Stickrod
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Patent number: 7882968Abstract: A device and method for storing a youth potty seat on an adult toilet assembly. The device includes a support bar, a hook connected to the upper portion of the support bar, and at least one peg attached to the lower portion of the support bar. The hook is effective for hanging the support frame from the upper rim of a toilet tank, and the peg is effective for suspending a child's potty seat. The method comprises hanging the hook from the upper rim of a toilet tank and hanging a youth potty seat from the peg; thereby storing the youth potty seat on the adult toilet assembly. An extension bar may be provided to extend the length of the support bar. Multiple pegs may be used.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2008Date of Patent: February 8, 2011Inventors: Sueann Galt, Kimberly Ann Conover Rossetti, Frederick Michael Rossetti
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Patent number: 7770742Abstract: A shower caddy that securely supports itself along the water supply line of the shower head. The shower caddy support mounting assembly includes a rubber gasket, a shower head support, and a set screw. The shower caddy requires the temporary removal of the shower head in order to install the shower caddy. The shower caddy frame is made from a durable plastic or lightweight material that resists oxidation.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2007Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Inventors: George Wagner, Vicki Cooper
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Publication number: 20100133218Abstract: A caddy for use in bathrooms is disclosed. The caddy can include removable shelf assemblies and/or accessory units for holding common household items. The removable shelf accessories can include knobs which can be turned to secure and free the shelf assemblies from a support member of the caddy. The accessory units can snap into place on the support member. The support member can include a telescoping section and biasing element which permits the caddy to adjust to different sized bathrooms. A sliding member can be incorporated to provide additional areas for attachment of shelf assemblies or accessory units.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2009Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: SIMPLEHUMAN, LLCInventors: Frank Yang, Joseph Sandor
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Patent number: 7721899Abstract: A toothbrush holder supports one or more toothbrushes in an equilibrium position between a retention cavity in an inclined base wall and a corresponding recess in an edge of a top wall. The retention cavity is preferably a hole in the inclined base wall and the recess in the top wall is preferably arcuate. The top wall is supported by a rear wall between the inclined base wall and the top wall. Support legs extending from the back of the rear wall allow the holder to be freestanding. Attachment means on a vertical upper portion of the rear wall allow the holder to be secured to a wall. The walls of the holder can be made from a single sheet of material, such as acrylic sheet or metal sheet.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2007Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Inventor: Edward L. Lambert
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Publication number: 20090172876Abstract: A towel holder is removably outfitted upon a pedestal style sink for presenting both items to a user at a single station. The holder is formed from a single rod member uniquely bent to effect a three-dimensional structure having C-shaped lateral supports and a C-shaped central support. The lateral supports each have a free rod end, a lateral support end portion, and a rim-traversing-engaging portion. The central support has opposed central support end portions and a towel-support portion. The central and lateral support end portions integrally form opposed sink-engaging junctions. The free rod ends, rim-traversing-engaging portions, and sink-engaging junctions engage the sink, and the inherent weight of the rod member aligns the towel support portion relative to a sink rim. The towel support portion of the towel holder may thus bear a towel in adjacency to the pedestal sink.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 4, 2008Publication date: July 9, 2009Inventors: Kyle J. Hendrickson, Matthew D. Wyatt
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Patent number: 7490803Abstract: A curtain rod assembly includes one or more support members, such as brackets, that are configured to support a curtain rod from a wall. The support member include a coupler portion that provides a seamless and flush interface between the support member and the rod.Type: GrantFiled: May 4, 2007Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Beme International LLCInventor: Brian Graves
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Publication number: 20080308512Abstract: A retrofit shelf and method are disclosed for converting an existing towel bar, commonly found in a bathroom, into a storage platform. Versions of the retrofit shelf are configured to be universally useful with a plurality of support bar configurations in an unobtrusive and cost effective manner without the use of an adhesive. The retrofit shelf is configured to load the support bar with directional forces for which the support bar is designed to support.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2007Publication date: December 18, 2008Inventor: Richard Knepfle
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Publication number: 20080296244Abstract: A wall mountable hook for storing safety razors in bath and shower enclosures and the like has a base with front and rear faces. A razor support is affixed to the front face and is positioned proximate to a periphery of the base. The razor support extends away from the front face to permit engagement with a portion of the safety razor to be hung therefrom. The razor support in combination with the base define therebetween a bottom void for permitting drainage of water from a razor supported by the razor support.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2007Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventor: Louis D. Tomassetti
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Publication number: 20080230494Abstract: A device and method for storing a youth potty seat on an adult toilet assembly. The device includes a support bar, a hook connected to the upper portion of the support bar, and at least one peg attached to the lower portion of the support bar. The hook is effective for hanging the support frame from the upper rim of a toilet tank, and the peg is effective for suspending a child's potty seat. The method comprises hanging the hook from the upper rim of a toilet tank and hanging a youth potty seat from the peg; thereby storing the youth potty seat on the adult toilet assembly. An extension bar may be provided to extend the length of the support bar. Multiple pegs may be used.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2008Publication date: September 25, 2008Inventors: Sueann Galt, Kimberly Ann Conover Rossetti, Frederick Michael Rossetti
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Publication number: 20080053935Abstract: A wall mountable shelf assembly includes an elongated support rail, at least one accessory slidably connected with the support rail, and at least one stretch releasing adhesive strip arranged between the support rail and the wall for securing the shelf assembly to the wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2007Publication date: March 6, 2008Inventors: Peter J. Newbouild, Pasquale Cirulli, Craig Thompson, James L. Bries, Russell G. Pihlstrom, Jon E. Stickrod
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Publication number: 20080047913Abstract: A self-locking hook for supporting a load on a substantially horizontal surface is disclosed. The hook has a relatively rigid C-shaped body which includes a surface defining an opening for accommodating a substantially horizontal component and a support having a load bearing or attachment point. The surface of the opening includes a first contact area and a second contact area. The load bearing or attachment point is attached to the body relative to the opening such that application of a load at the load bearing point while the first contact area is contacting a component rotates the body about the first contact area until the second contact area abuts the component. This self-locking feature allows the hook to be used effectively on both component surfaces which are slightly angled or sloped and with loads which are not perpendicular to the component surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: Mark Naden, Marco Perry, Todd Ethan Brunner, Troy Phipps
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Publication number: 20080035592Abstract: A shelving system can include adjustable drying racks. The shelving system, which can be in the configuration of a shower caddy or shower organizer, can have a hinged clamp mechanism configured to secure the drying racks to a central support member hanging from a shower head or to another vertical support.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2007Publication date: February 14, 2008Inventors: Frank Yang, Tzu-Hao Wei, Myk Lum, Adam Wade
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Patent number: 7322551Abstract: An apparatus with a first and second loaf spring portions extending from a bridge portion, the second leaf spring portion provides an article support mounting aperture for attachment of an article support to the second leaf spring portion by structure for attaching said article support, and additional structure for securing the article support to the second leaf spring portion is disclosed. In a first embodiment, the article support is a towel ring, the structure for attaching the towel ring to the second leaf spring portion includes a shaft extending from a distal end of a post, and a retention groove formed at a distal end of the shaft. The additional structure for securing the shaft to the second leaf spring portion includes: a compression spring enclosing the shaft and interposed between the second leaf spring portion and the post; and a fastener affixed to the retention groove.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2005Date of Patent: January 29, 2008Inventor: Joseph M. Simonsen
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Publication number: 20070170135Abstract: An apparatus for enclosing existing corner shelves of a shower stall or a bath unit. The apparatus comprises a pair of mounting members that are secured to adjacent wall surfaces closely adjacent such corner shelves. The mounting members are disposed vertically on such adjacent walls. There are a pair or track members secured to the pair of mounting members, a first one of the pair of track members secured to a top portion of each of the pair of mounting members and a second one of the pair of track members secured to a bottom portion of each of the pair of mounting member. Further, there is a folding enclosure that is engageable on a bottom end with the second one of the pair of track members and on an upper end engageable with the first one of the pair of track members. The folding enclosure having each of a predetermined shape and a predetermined size and is formed of a predetermined material. The folding enclosure covers such shelves. The fold being similar to accordion pleats.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2006Publication date: July 26, 2007Inventor: Deborah A. Jones
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Publication number: 20070095769Abstract: A bathroom fixture that provides a convenient way to store wipes, toilet paper, and other supplies efficiently in the bathroom while adding elegance to the decor. The Bathroom Caddy has a modular structure, consisting of at least one shelf and a detachable toilet paper roll holder, that allows the consumer to choose appropriate attachable accessories and compartments for his/her individual needs. The consumer can detach the accessories, which will be attached to the main body of the caddy using one or more of several attachment means, e.g., a dovetailing “key latch” system or “tab latch” system, and pack or carry them during travel for possible use in another facility that has the same caddy device.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2005Publication date: May 3, 2007Inventor: Beverly Jenkins
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Patent number: 7188629Abstract: An oral hygiene products dispenser stand for storing and dispensing oral hygiene products such as toothbrushes, mouthwash, disposable cups, and dental floss is described. The stand includes a base, a supporting framework for storing and dispensing disposable cups, and a plurality of toothbrush holders. The brush head end of a toothbrush can be placed into a toothbrush holder to be sanitized and dried. The stand serves as an oral hygiene products dispensing station when the base supports a bottle of mouthwash, fluoride rinse or other antiseptic fluid.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 2005Date of Patent: March 13, 2007Assignee: Novelty Innovations, L.L.C.Inventors: Paul L. Mehes, Daniel H. Bloom, Eric S. Lawrence, Michael F. DuBois
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Publication number: 20060261022Abstract: A shower caddy is disclosed that includes an attachment mechanism and shelves that are rotatably positionable along a threaded column. The attachment mechanism includes a hook and an adjustable screw that can be attached to a shower pipe or a shower fixture. The shelves can have a cup type shape for ease of positioning, retaining and accessing items such as razors, soap and other shower related articles. The shelves also include an aperture in the shelf wall or bottom that can receive the top of an inverted container. The contents of the container can be dispensed through the aperture. The shower caddy can also include a base shelf that provides a freestanding shower caddy.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2005Publication date: November 23, 2006Inventor: Andre Sampaio
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Patent number: 7051886Abstract: By use of a connecting and keeping unit, solid soap is easily kept and used by connecting, in one line, several kinds of solid soap, each different in usage. The unit is constructed by burying a support body equipped with a connecting unit for connecting several cakes of solid soap into a soap body. As a result, a cake of desired soap can be selected from a consecutive connection of several bars of solid soap in a user's bathroom since each bar of soap is supported by the support body and the connecting unit of the support body is also provided at both ends of each bar of soap.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2000Date of Patent: May 30, 2006Inventor: Moon-Key Han
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Patent number: 6986177Abstract: An apparatus and system are disclosed for supporting an individual during repositioning. A handle permits a user facing a first direction to traverse the perimeter of the handle to face a second direction. Thus, the user moves from a first position to a second position while maintaining contact with the handle with at least one hand. The handle has an arcuate portion that permits a user to slide one or two hands such that the user pivots about the arcuate portion to face another direction while retaining a grip. The apparatus may further include a base coupled to the handle that supports the user during movement around the arcuate portion. A hinge connects the handle to the base and permits the handle to rotate between a storage position and a support position. A bar mounted to the base enables lateral slidable adjustment of the handle along the bar.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2004Date of Patent: January 17, 2006Inventor: Bart J. Thaxton