Abstract: A vacuum formed plastic bathtub and shower surround including a cabinet comprising a back wall, a top wall, a bottom wall, and two side walls having a sliding door guide channel in the interior surfaces of at least said top and bottom walls.

Abstract: A joint between an upper wall part and a lower wall part of a modular tub/shower unit includes a recessed band adjacent to but spaced from the lowermost edge of the upper wall part. A further band is recessed at the uppermost edge of the lower wall part with the vertical height of that band being greater than the vertical height of the recessed band in the upper wall part and greater than a band at the lowermost edge which is not recessed. The lowermost band of the upper wall part is then adhesively attached to the uppermost edge and a part of the recessed band of the part by a double sided adhesive tape the covering of which is pulled through the gap between these parts. The adhesive tape provides the only sealant necessary for waterproofing the joint and provides the only structural strength necessary. The groove above the lowermost band of the upper wall part allows the upper wall part to be maneuvered into the required position by finger engagement into the groove.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to bathing tub apparatus primarily for invalid persons. The apparatus includes a tub with a sealable door through which a person may walk or be moved on a transfer unit. The apparatus further includes a prefillable reservoir positioned above the tub. Liquid may be rapidly released to fall from the reservoir into the tub to quickly fill the tub and prevent the person therein from becoming chilled or uncomfortable. The reservoir may then be refilled with preheated liquid while the person is bathing. The reservoir is held by a support unit which serves as a storage cabinet within and a shelf without and which may be moved longitudinally with respect to the tub to provide for cleaning and repair behind the tub. The tub includes a liquid circulation system for agitating the liquid to enhance therapeutic and cleansing effects. A hand held shower may also be used by the person in the tub.

Abstract: A bathing device for use in a hospital or nursing home environment comprises a rectangular chamber surrounded on five sides by inflatable interconnected panels. An integral head and neck support are provided at one end of the rectangular chamber. A drain unit penetrates the chamber and is connected to a hose for drainage of the bathing device. Air is provided to the interconnected panels through a resealable inlet. Air is also provided to the head and neck support though a resealable inlet. The bathing device is designed to be utilized in a hospital bed. A sloped inflated bottom panel facilitates drainage.

Abstract: A molded article is disclosed. The molded article includes a shell having a reservoir, a deck surrounding the reservoir and an apron. The shell has an exterior non-finish side and an interior finish side. The non-finish side of the shell is coated with a polymeric material. The polymeric material forms a layer on the non-finish side of the shell. The polymeric layer which is formed on the non-finish of the apron of the shell includes a rectangular area of reduced thickness and covers most of the surface of the apron. The periphery of the area of reduced thickness is surrounded by a lip having a chamfer of approximately 45.degree.. The weight of the molded article is reduced, while strength and rigidity are maintained.

Abstract: A sick room preferably in a private home is furnished with nursing equipment in a compact manner. In a room having a 6-mat area corresponding to about 270 cm by 360 cm, a bed apparatus is arranged along a first wall of this room, while a washstand, a washtub and a container box are arranged along a second wall which is adjacent to the first wall. The bed apparatus comprises a lift for carrying an invalid between portions above and on one side of the bed body. A bathtub is stored in a space under the bed body to be drawn out, when needed, into a position along the one side of the bed body. A chamber pot is stored in a space under the washstand. A walking frame is stored in the container box.

Abstract: A front enclosure for a bathtub including a top rail, a bottom rail, and vertical supports arranged to contain panels which fit in the grooves in the rails and vertical supports. The enclosure may be readily assembled and adjusted to fit and be installed on the front of a bathtub to provide an enhanced appearance. The enclosure attaches to the front of the bathtub without requiring any structural modification of the bathroom or significant disruption of the household.

Abstract: An elastomeric seal used in molding articles is disclosed. The seal has a first lateral cross-sectional dimension larger than the opening of a seal groove and at least a second lateral cross-sectional extending beyond the opening of a seal groove which is smaller than the lateral cross-sectional dimension at the opening of the seal groove. The elastomeric seal is releasably retained in the seal groove and provides an improved molding cavity for molding articles such as sanitary fixtures, i.e., tubs, whirlpools, spas, etc. Also disclosed, is a molding apparatus including the elastomeric seals useful in molding sanitary fixtures.

Abstract: An elastomeric mold seal for use in a molding apparatus having first and second molding members. The first molding member includes a seal groove therein. The molding apparatus is adapted to receive an article for molding one side thereof having an upstanding rim including a lip, a vertical wall and horizontal wall. The mold seal is formed from an elastomeric material having an essentially L-shaped cross-section including an enlarged head sized to be retained in said seal groove and a leg having an end depending therefrom. The seal includes a recessed portion including an essentially horizontal ledge and an essentially vertical surface. The ledge engages the lip of the rim, the essentially vertical surface engages the vertical wall of the rim and the end of the leg engages the horizontal wall of the rim when the article is being molded in the molding apparatus.

Abstract: For a tub which provides access through a side door, an inflatable seal is employed with the fluid connection to the seal being provided through the door hinge structure. In one embodiment, sensors are provided in conjunction with the water level in the tub so as to activate the source of pressurized fluid to the seal as well as to deflate the seal at a desired time. In another embodiment, a latching mechanism is utilized so as to provide a secure but easy delatching of the door.

Abstract: An improved bathtub, having a wall form and an adjoining base form, both of which are an integral part and made from the same material as the bathtub. The wall form extends lengthwise the full extent of the upper back bathtub planar surface and at right angles along the end planar surfaces, then at right angles down both ends of the bathtub front wall to the floor level, where, at right angles, the base form is joined at each end of the bathtub. The bathtub wall form provides the following: a secure means of attaching the bathtub to the structural wall members, an improved tapering wall or flange that eliminates the bulge where drywall and the upper flange of the bathtub meet, a means of holding the drywall edge away from the planar surface of the bathtub, and a wall tile groove. The base form provides a unique method of sliding the floor covering up and into the lower portion of the front bathtub wall, thus eliminating the normal cut or abutted joint found at the base of the bathtub front wall.

Abstract: A molded article having an embedded bracket, such as a whirlpool tub, the mold and a method of molding the article are disclosed. The article includes a rigid shell having a non-finish side and a finish side. The non-finish side is coated with a polymeric material. The polymeric material encloses a bracket and distributes the weight of an attached object, such as a whirlpool motor, over adjacent polymeric material. The bracket is affixed to the rigid shell in a spaced relationship and includes a surface for attaching to an object by attachment means such as a blind bolt. The bracket may also be affixed to the rigid shell by supports which are welded to the rigid shell.

Abstract: Tub apparatus includes a foamed resiliently compressible plastic tub wall having an inner side and an outer side, the tub having an interior to receive liquid; a tensile liner adjacent the wall side, the liner and characterized in that it resists outward expansion in response to loading exerted by liquid filled into the tub interior; and including ports extending through the side wall and liner for circulating liquid between the interior of the tub and the exterior thereof. The plastic wall is typically locally heat cored in situ and provided with elbow fittings having venturis for efficient water, and water and air flow.

Abstract: A coated sanitary fixture having an extended deck with the coating under the deck having areas of reduced thickness of polymeric material.Preferably, the distance from the outer edge of the shell's deck to the outer edge of an area of reduced thickness is about 16% of the length of the deck of the sanitary fixture. In an alternative embodiment, the deck has at least one outermost area of reduced thickness and at least one non-outermost area of reduced thickness. The outermost area is preferably about half the height of the non-outermost area. In another preferred embodiment, the deck includes at least one outermost area of reduced thickness and at least one non-outermost area of reduced thickness. The height of the outermost area varies from a maximum height near the middle of the deck, to a minimum height near the end of the deck.

Abstract: Tub apparatus includes a foamed resiliently compressible plastic tub wall having an inner side and an outer side, the tub having an interior to receive liquid; a tensile liner adjacent the wall side, the liner and characterized in that it resists outward expansion in response to loading exerted by liquid filled into the tub interior; and including ports extending through the side wall and liner for circulating liquid between the interior of the tub and the exterior thereof. The plastic wall is typically locally heat cored in situ and provided with elbow fittings having venturis for efficient water, and water and air flow.

Abstract: A flotation therapy bed having a two part construction that includes an upper shell and a lower shell joined along a parting line by a circumferentially extending gasket. The upper shell has a downwardly bowed bottom wall and the lower shell has a flat bottom wall with a large central opening that accommodates the bottom wall of the upper shell when the bed is assembled. Manipulation of a handle releases a pair of springs that drive a hand rail upwardly into its deployed position to prevent a patient from falling out of the bed. A subsequent manipulation of the handle draws the hand rail back into its retracted position. The top edge of the bed is recessed to accommodate the hand rails when lowered.

Abstract: A bathtub having one panel which slides down, allows entrance for a handicapped person in a wheelchair or on a trolley without having to climb over the side. The bathtub permits a handicapped person to be independent and not rely on others. One fixed vertical side is joined to two end walls extending up from a bottom surface to form a bathtub, a sliding panel, representing at least a portion of the other vertical side of the bathtub, is mounted in tracks in the two end walls. The tracks extend down and curve under the bathtub allowing the sliding panel to be lowered to a lowered position to permit entry and exit. The sliding panel can be raised and lowered between the lowered and raised positions, and a seal is provided to seal the panel in the raised position.

Abstract: A bathing apparatus includes a bath tank formed in a casing having a bottom portion formed under the bath tank and a back portion formed rearwardly of the tank, the casing being in fluid communication with the bath tank through a plurality of apertures formed in the tank, an automatic heating starter automatically actuates a heating coil formed in the casing bottom portion for warming water in the casing, a thermostat for keeping a constant warm water temperature in the casing, a solenoid inlet valve controlled by a main switch of an electrical circuit which is opened to direct water into the tank and is automatically closed by a float switch mounted on the casing back portion and actuated by rising water level in the casing, and a solenoid drain valve which is automatically opened to drain bathed water when the main switch is automatically switched off, as pulled by a hook formed on an upper end of a guide rod having a float on a lowest end portion, when someone leaves the bath tank to lower the water level

Abstract: A portable bath tub apparatus 10 is provided for facilitating the bathing of bedridden persons. The portable bath tub apparatus 10 includes an inflatable bath tub 16. An air pump 60 and tank 61 are provided to inflate the bath tub 16. A movable water storage tank 40 is coupled to the bath tub 16 by a water pump 46 which facilitates the movement of water from the tank to the bath tub 16 . A heat dispenser 56 is provided to heat the water in the tank 40 so that the water in the bath tub 16 can be maintained at a desired temperature.

Abstract: A laminated article, for example a bath or shower-tray, is manufactured by providing a preformed shell, for example a thermoformed acrylic sheet, which shell is placed in a mould, together with, if required, a reinforcing board, for example of chipboard or plywood. The mould is then closed and materials are injected into the mould cavity which react to form a reinforcing layer on the shell. Preferably, the injected materials comprise a polyol reactant and an isocyanate reactant which form a layer of rigid polyurethane foam. A reinforcing agent, for example glass fibre, and a blowing agent may also be introduced into the mould cavity.

Abstract: An apparatus (10) for fluid treatment and manipulation of a patient (P) by a therapist (T) is described. The apparatus includes open segments (A and B) in tank (12) so that the therapist use his or her body to push a liner (11) inside the enclosure provided by the tank or other support means for the liner. The tank is preferably vertically movable on a frame (13) to adjust to the vertical height of the tank so that the therapist can be in a standing or sitting position. The apparatus increases therapist comfort and effectiveness.

Abstract: A bathroom structure. The structure enables an individual in a wheelchair to readily maneuver himself into and out of a bathtub or shower. The bathroom structure minimizes the probability that an individual will accidentally drown in the bathtub.

Abstract: A fluid jet flow massaging apparatus adapted for use within a bathtub unit comprises a first bathtub and a second bathtub which is accommodated within the first bathtub with a space defined therebetween and which has an inner volume sufficient for accommodating a person. The second bathtub is provided with opposed side walls within which a plurality of fluid circulation holes are formed and a fluid jet circulation flow generating device is disposed within at least one hole of at least one wall of the second bathtub. The fluid jet flow caused by the device is circulated through the holes and the space defined between the first and second bathtubs and the fluid jet flow achieves the massaging operation upon the person disposed within the second bathtub as a result of the circulation of the fluid. The fluid flow direction and the fluid flow rate may be regulated by altering the number of fluid flow generating devices.

Abstract: An invalid's bathtub includes a door that has a rail system that is movable from a first position in which it acts as a guide and safety system for the invalid as he enters or leaves the tub, into a second position in which it forms a continuation of a safety rail system located inside the tub. The rail system also operates a lock which locks the door to the tub.

Abstract: A method of installation, in sealed relationship against at least one vertical wall, a bathing vessel of the type having a sump to contain water therein and a water drain outlet, the bathing vessel including a horizontal rim extending away from the sump and a horizontal rim extending away from the sump and a depending skirt formed around the horizontal rim, positioned relative to a sealing strip assembly, is disclosed.

Abstract: Tub apparatus including:(a) a foamed plastic tub wall having an inner side and an outer side, the tub having an interior to receive liquid,(b) a tensile liner adjacent the wall side, the liner comprising interwoven strips of pre-stretched plastic material characterized in that the liner resists outward expansion in response to loading exerted by liquid filled into the tub interior.

Abstract: A water supply and heating package, for a hot tub, spa, or pool comprising(a) a support,(b) water circulating structure carried by said support and including a pump and connections circulating water from and toward the interior of the hot tub, spa or pool,(c) said structure including an electric motor connected in driving relation with said pump, and including a shunt duct connected with said water circulating structure and located to receive heat generated by operation of said motor to heat a side stream of said water passing through said shunt duct.Also, the apparatus may include a foamed plastic sheet or sheets wound in a spiral to form multiple layers, and defining an insulative, upstanding side wall of a tub, and a bottom wall attached to the side wall.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sanitary wares of acrylic or methacrylic resins, such as bathtubs, shower trays, sinks, and so forth, comprising a sheet of thermoformed resin and a reinforcing layer of fiberglass-filled foamed unsaturated polyester.

Abstract: A bath tub (13) having side walls (15, 16), a rear wall (14), an entrance and a door (20) for closing the entrance, the entrance having a seal (39) engageable with a chamfered inner surface (41) of the door when the door is closed and water pressure is exerted on the seal for sealing the interface of the seal (39) and the chamfered surface (41) against the flow of water.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a novel form of recessed cavity and cover therefor, for use with bathtubs and the like, especially whirlpool baths, and in particular, for use as an overflow recessing device or means.In the prior art, overflow devices have projected from the bathtub wall. Such overflow devices thus present an obstruction and danger to a bathtub user.The invention herein recesses the overflow device behind the plane of the bathtub wall, and the recess is provided with a complementary cover so that the recess in the wall, in effect, can be made flush with the wall of the tub. The recess cover is pivotally connected to the bathtub recess opening.The covered recess is provided with a secondary drain means so that any water entering the covered recess will readily drain therefrom.

Abstract: For facing a bathtube, an apron (3) of foam plastic is hooked into the tub edge (5) and secured to the adjoining structural elements (1, 20), in particular by means of assembly foam which, after introduction into the openings (9, 11), swells out through openings in the end face.

Abstract: A sponge bath and rinse platform on which the user (patient) lies for cleansing. The device is formed with a peripheral wall (defined by side walls, a head end wall, and a foot end wall) and a central area having a number of specially contoured areas for raising selected portions of the body above a gently sloping grade plane. The lowest region of the central area is located near the foot end wall, and defines a liquid collection area. The contoured areas define supports for the head, upper trunk, lower trunk, arms, and legs. Thus, the device includes a head support, an upper trunk support, a lower trunk support, first and second arm supports, and first and second leg supports.

Abstract: A shower stall is vacuum formed with excess height and with two horizontal raised bands. Horizontal cuts are made at the lower boundary of the bands and the cut sections are treated so that each lower section may be overlapped behind the band location of the upper section in the reassembled stall. When other techniques than vacuum forming are used, the sections similar in shape to the cut and and treated sections above may be separately made for reassembly in the same manner.

Abstract: The subject of the patent application is a bathtub (10) having a bathing compartment or tub (11) including front, rear and side walls (12, 18, 14 and 16 respectively) and a transparent bottom wall (20). The transparent bottom wall (20) is positioned such that it can be illuminated from below. Beneath the transparent bottom wall (20) is located a light source (26) and optionally other decorative elements (30). The decorative elements (30) can be supported on a translucent tray (32) which is positioned beneath the transparent bottom wall (20) but above the light source (26). The area (42) beneath the transparent bottom wall (20) of the tub (11) can be enclosed, and provided with a door (52) for access to the decorative elements (30) and light source (26). The tray (32) can be slidable on a track (34) for easy removal from beneath the transparent bottom wall (20).

Abstract: An inflatable hot tub is provided with one or more stacked endless loops of inflatable tubes and sidewalls and a floor or bottom wall. An insulating cover, preferably secured around its entire periphery with an elastic band to the topmost tube, is manually removable and provides insulation by preferably either rigid closed cell synthetic foam or one or more inflation chambers. The tubes may be connected together and to the bottom wall. Pressurized gas may be provided in air jet bubbles to the bottom of the tub through a motor driven pump and heater, with a supply hose extending over the top periphery of the tubes or through the bottommost tube and side wall if present. The air jets may lead from a rigid or flexible pipe or combinations thereof, extending around the lower periphery of the floor, which pipe may be circular in cross section or of quarter-round cross section having its right angle portion fitting in the corresponding right angled joint between the side and bottom walls of the tub.

Abstract: A bathing system for ambulatory or non-ambulatory patients that includes a bathing cabinet with associated showering plumbing and a patient transporter cart that is moveable into and out of the cabinet, eliminating bodily transfer of the patient into and out of the bath from a wheelchair. The bathing cabinet has water shielded channels that receive and protect the wheels and casters of the transporter cart from becoming wet during the bathing operation when the cart is locked inside the bathing cabinet. The transporter cart includes a perianal spray that has a pipe coupling element that connects automatically during insertion of the cart to a pipe fitting disposed in the cabinet. The bathing cabinet includes a foot bathing receptacle that can be emptied with a mechanical flipper valve.The arm and foot rests of the transporter cart are removeable and can be stored on the outside of the cabinet during the bathing operation so that they do not get wet.

Abstract: A repair laminate sheet which can bond faults in fiberglass and acrylic tubs is provided. The repair laminate sheet includes an upper fiberglass sheet ply and a lower epoxy sheet ply. The lower epoxy ply has its upper surface adhered to the lower surface of the upper fiberglass sheet ply. Both plies are substantially the same size and shape. The lower epoxy ply is juxtaposed directly below and in registration with the upper fiberglass sheet ply. The lower surface of the lower epoxy ply is attached to the upper surface of the bottom of a fiberglass or acrylic tub so that the lower ply overlies and bonds any faults in the tub bottom.

Abstract: The invention is an improved bath device for patients, particularly bedridden, wheelchair dependent, and incontinent patients. The bath device is portable and provides a flow or liquid by gravity. The bath device is designed to operate independently or co-jointly which another form of incontinent equipment. The portable bath device is compact and easily carried or transported on a mobile facility. The bath device is constructed of flexible water-proof material that also has insulating qualities. The bath device has an inlet or fill port, a vent, and an outlet, each of which is sealable. The bath device has a facility for hanging the bath device on portable supports in a manner that facilitates complete use of all the contained liquid.

Abstract: A recreational basin having a tub with an inlet for fluids thereto. A pan is superposed in relation to the tub such that fluids can drain from the pan into the tub. A pump transfers fluid from the tub to the pan while a screening device prevents solids from moving from the pan to the tub. A regulator maintains a desired level of fluid in the tub.

Abstract: A bath tub having inner and outer front, rear and side walls, a ledge extending along the tops of these walls, a base uniting the inner and outer walls, and the whole forming a water-tight chamber extending around the tub. A cover is provided in a ledge of the tub. The cover provides an access opening, and there is also an aeration opening, for admission of air to water in the chamber and for servicing of the chamber. The chamber can be used for fish to thus provide an aquarium-tub combination.

Abstract: A collapsible bathing assembly utilizes a flexible liner housed within a cabinet. Rigid side walls for supporting the side walls of the liner are pivotally joined to the cabinet, and by pivoting action move the liner into and out of the cabinet. The rigid side walls and a rigid bottom support plate serve as the side walls and front wall of the cabinet when the liner is positioned within the cabinet and the bathing assembly is not in use. A rigid end wall is mounted for pivotal movement about an axis adjacent to the bottom of the liner to provide for the adjustable supporting of one of the ends of the liner, particularly to provide for collapsing of that liner end onto the bottom of the liner, resulting in easy access to the bathtub for an invalid. A framework is provided to support the top of the cabinet and to facilitate installation of the bathing assembly, including plumbing. The liner may be omitted, if desired, in which case the walls are provided with water-tight seals.

Abstract: Water reservoir comprising a flexible bottom and side walls formed by at least one inflatable tubular element extending along a closed contour, said bottom and said tubular element resting on a support.The bottom is connected to the tubular element by a peripheral connection zone extending between a line of the bottom parallel to the tubular element and spaced therefrom and a generatrix of the tubular element situated between the lower horizontal tangency generatrix and the inner vertical tangency generatrix of the tubular element. A brace is provided between the bottom line and said generatrix.

Abstract: A bathtub comprising a body having an insulated interior, preferably wood or pressed wood fibers bonded together by a suitable adhesive, an exposed exterior covering of fiberglass, plastic or the like with a non-skid impervious surface. The body comprises a uniquely configurated concavity or well adapted to comfortably receive the body of any size person and to conserve water while entirely covering the body, with the exception of the head. The well comprises opposed peanut-shaped vertical sidewalls each having an inwardly extending non-splash lip. A contoured area between the sidewalls runs from the front to the back of the tub in the well. The front of the mentioned area comprises a vertical front end wall which merges into a generally horizontal front bottom area which accommodates a standing position by the user when the bathtub is used for showering.

Abstract: Both a tub surround kit and a method for installing a tub surround are disclosed. The kit comprises four wall panels for covering the back and two side walls surrounding a tub, and two corner panels for covering the joints between the back wall and the two side walls surrounding the tub. The two corner panels each include a pair of orthogonally disposed flanges which terminate in flared, flexible lips for overlapping adjunct edges of the four panels, thereby joining the four wall panels together. The back faces of the flanges of each of the corner panels are adhered or otherwise affixed to the wall corners so that the flared, flexible lip or each of the flanges is yieldably deformed around the edge of the adjacent panel in overlapping relationship.

Abstract: A bathtub of the type having a bottom and four sides is improved by providing a smooth continuous, horizontally extending planar surface extending outwardly from the top of the four sides. A skirt member extends downwardly from this planar surface for a short distance. Located within the skirt member is a retaining member which is capable of retaining an apron panel in a fixed alignment with the tub such that the apron panel is interchangeable with the left and right sides of the tub allowing the tub to be used interchangeably in installations which previously required either a right or left handed tub. Extending along the longitudinal axis of the bottom of the tub is a runner retaining member to which is attached one or more runners which suspend the tub above a supporting surface allowing both drain and inlet pipes to be located between the supporting surface and the tub.

Abstract: A method for fabricating a cushioned bathroom article. A fiberglass-reinforced, polyester resin base is fabricated, preferably by a two-part mold resin injection process. A composite, flexible polymeric skin is fabricated in two steps. In the first step, a first layer of an appropriate resinous material is applied to a form which has a configuration generally complementary to the configuration of the base. A second layer of relatively dense, flexible skin foam is applied to the first layer while the first layer is still on the form. The base is assembled with the coated form so that a cavity is defined between the base and the composite skin, and a flexible cellular foam, preferably of polyurethane, is formed in the cavity by an in situ foaming process.

Abstract: A gasket assembly is provided for coupling the drainage outlet openings of a bathtub and of a plastic liner installed within the bathtub for renovating the latter. The gasket assembly includes a hollow cylindrical body inserted in the space between the bottom wall of the plastic liner and the bottom wall of the bathtub, and having flanges at its upper and lower ends for making sealed connections with the drainage outlet opening of the bathtub and the overlying outlet opening of the plastic liner. The gasket body is made of elastomeric material and has an accordion-pleated side wall so that it is stretchable and compressible and therefore adaptable to bathtub installations of differing sizes. One-way valve means are also provided on the gasket body for draining out water which may accumulate in the space between the plastic liner bottom wall and the bottom wall of the bathtub.

Abstract: An infant bathing device having the undersurface thereof contoured for being removably received in resting position on a double sink, the device having a first trough portion configured and contoured for receiving the body of the infant, the first trough portion adjacent one end of the device having an upwardly extending back and head supporting portion extending above the highest point of the first trough portion. The device includes a second shallower trough portion adjacent the other end thereof for receiving bathing articles such as soap and the like. Intermediate the two trough portions is an overflow divider spaced below the upper periphery of the main body of the device, the divider having the undersurface thereof configured for resting on the divider of a double kitchen sink with the back and head supporting portion abutting one end of the sink. The back supporting portion may optionally be provided with handle means with the entire device being formed in an integral unit.

Abstract: Custom bathing vessels are preformed away from the job site by constructing a structural plywood shell, and coating the inside of the shell with a fiberglass/resin mixture. The unit is shipped to the job site, where an asphalt-impregnated felt membrane and a surface coating, such as tile, are applied.

Abstract: An infant bathing device having the undersurface thereof contoured for being removably received in resting position on a double sink, the device having a first trough portion configured and contoured for receiving the body of the infant, the first trough portion adjacent one end of the device having an upwardly extending back and head supporting portion extending above the highest point of the first trough portion. The device includes a second shallower trough portion adjacent the other end thereof for receiving bathing articles such as soap and the like. Intermediate the two trough portions is an overflow divider spaced below the upper periphery of the main body of the device, the divider having the undersurface thereof configured for resting on the divider of a double kitchen sink with the back and head supporting portion abutting one end of the sink. The back supporting portion may optionally be provided with handle means with the entire device being formed in an integral unit.