Mounting Or Supporting Means For Movable Closure Patents (Class 4/610)
  • Patent number: 8069507
    Abstract: A shower curtain support system includes a first rod having a first arcuate portion and a first end portion and a second rod having a second arcuate portion and a second end portion. The second arcuate portion is telescopically mounted within the first arcuate portion. A first end support is removably and pivotably mounted to the first end portion and a second end support is removably and pivotably mounted to the second end portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: Zenith Products Corporation
    Inventors: Kaveh Didehvar, Jeffrey Harwanko
  • Patent number: 8069508
    Abstract: 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: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Inventor: Colleen O'Connell
  • Publication number: 20110247133
    Abstract: A shower curtain mount has a bracket having a plate for attaching to a surface and a post having a first shaped indentation in an outer surface thereof; an escutcheon covering the plate and having a tube projecting therefrom, the tube encircling the post and maintaining the tube a distance from the post; and, a shower rod having an end portion having second shaped indentation that mates with the first shaped indentation whereby the shower rod is disposed around the post within the distance between the hollow tube and the post.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Publication date: October 13, 2011
    Inventors: Iosif Ovidiu Manga, Kevin Welker
  • Publication number: 20110219533
    Abstract: A shower curtain assembly includes a shower curtain having multiple slits defined between the through holes and the top edge of the shower curtain. Multiple ring units are connected to the shower curtain and located corresponding to the connection areas respectively. Each ring unit includes a first part and a second part. The first part is a ring-shaped part with a gap defined radially therethrough and the gap is located corresponding to the slit. The second part is a substantially horseshoe-shaped part having a first end and a second end. The first end is bent to form a first closing portion and the second end is bent to form a second closing portion which is overlapped on the first closing portion so as to close the second passing hole. A shower rod separates the slits, the gaps and the overlapped closing portions when installed to the shower curtain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2010
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Applicant: CHING FENG HOME FASHIONS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: WEN-HSING HU, SHENG YING HSU
  • Publication number: 20110219534
    Abstract: A shower curtain ring assembly includes multiple curtain ring units each have a ring and a clamping portion extending from the ring, the shower rod extends through the rings. Each clamping portion includes two extensions with an entrance defined between two distal ends of the two extensions and a slot is defined in the two extensions so as to accommodate the first and second parts and the shower curtain. The shower curtain includes first and second collars connected thereto and the first and second collars are engaged with a periphery of the passage. The first and second collars push the two extensions outward so as to be retained between the passage between the extensions. Therefore, the shower curtain can be connected to or removed from the shower rod without removing the shower rod from the rings.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2010
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Applicant: CHING FENG HOME FASHIONS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: WEN-HSING HU, Sheng Ying Hsu
  • Patent number: 8015633
    Abstract: A shower curtain rod assembly including a shower curtain rod, a mount for mounting the shower curtain road on a first end thereof, and a moveable mount for mounting the shower curtain rod on a second end thereof. The shower curtain is moveable from a first position to a second position to increase the volume of space enclosed by the shower curtain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Inventor: Edward Ho
  • Publication number: 20110197353
    Abstract: A shower curtain lock having a support member, locking member with a handle. The support member and locking member are joined at upper ends thereof to permit the locking member to rotate relative to the upper end and away from the support member for receipt of the shower curtain. Magnets incorporated in the locking member and/or support member provide means for the support member and locking member to attach to one another and maintain a shower curtain in place against a wall adjacent to a shower area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2010
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Inventor: Scott Pierce
  • Patent number: 7987532
    Abstract: A shower curtain support system consists of a support guide member having a center portion, two opposing ends, two holders, and an attached shower curtain. The two holders are fixedly attached to the two opposing end walls of a shower stall or tub enclosure, and are usably adjoined, one on each end, to the support guide member. Each holder consists of a roller bracket having rollers and spacers attached to the roller bracket. The rollers communicate with the longitudinal slots on each of the two opposing ends of the support guide member. The support guide member is movable between a first extended position wherein the support guide member, with an attached shower curtain, is extended out at the top creating a maximum amount of space inside the shower stall or tub enclosure. In the second position the support guide member is retracted within the space defining the shower stall or tub enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2011
    Inventors: David B. Bathurst, Veronica L. Bathurst
  • Publication number: 20110145987
    Abstract: A hanging shower curtain support for a bathtub/shower within a bathroom having a ceiling, walls and floor, includes a plurality of hooks that are secured into the ceiling above the bathtub/shower. A plurality of chains is provided, with each chain having a bottom retainer ring hanging downwardly from each hook. A shower curtain rod is suspended from the bottom retainer rings of the chains. The shower curtain rod will hold a shower curtain therefrom, to prevent water from splashing onto the walls and the floor of the bathroom.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2010
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventor: MARIETTA DARLENE MAES
  • Patent number: 7958577
    Abstract: A shower curtain hanging structure includes a fixture, a first socket, a second socket and a linking rod. The fixture is provided with a connecting unit to secure the first socket. The second socket is accommodated in the first socket and linked with the connecting unit. The linking rod is composed of several sections, with the two ends connected to the second socket to form the hanger. The first socket is adjustable to link the second socket for the linking rod in a different length.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Inventor: Shih-lin Chang
  • Patent number: 7926127
    Abstract: The shower curtain rod assembly is adapted to be mounted between opposing surfaces of a shower enclosure. The assembly includes a rod with a two-part arcuate main section extending between first and second spaced, substantially parallel side sections. First and second mounting brackets are provided to engage the side sections and to secure the side sections to the respective shower curtain surfaces. Each of the brackets includes a body defining channel means for removably receiving a side section and a plate for mounting the body to a shower enclosure surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Assignee: Ex-Cell Home Fashions, Inc.
    Inventor: Charles Barrese
  • Publication number: 20110072578
    Abstract: A rod structure for shower curtain is suspended to a ceiling by using ceiling supports and comprises a plurality of roller ball curtain rings to slide freely thereon so as to hang a shower curtain by using bores on a top end of the shower curtain. Each ceiling support comprises of a coupling member, a post, and a fixing mount. Each roller ball curtain ring is twisted from an elongated strap and including a fitting segment and a fastening portion. The fitting segment includes a plurality of balls attached thereon, characterized in that: the coupling member includes a C-shaped piece, a receiving seat extending upward from one end thereof, and a semicircular holder disposed on another end thereof, and the roller ball curtain ring including an opening to keep away from the C-shape piece of the coupling member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Inventor: Teh-Ching Chiao
  • Publication number: 20110035874
    Abstract: A dual rail shower curtain system supports a shower curtain along a top edge and a bottom edge. The dual rail system of the present invention may be used in, for example, a bath tub or a shower stall. The dual rail system of the present invention may help seal water inside the tub or shower. Moreover, because the shower curtain is fitted to move between the rails, it does not extend into the water, thereby eliminating unsanitary conditions. The dual rail system may be retrofitted to a conventional bath tub or shower stall. Alternatively, the dual rail system may be integrated into a bathtub, wherein the lower rail may fit into a channel formed in the side wall of the bathtub.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Inventor: Rose S. St. Jean
  • Publication number: 20100186161
    Abstract: A shower rod mount specifically designed for curved shower rods that is a one-piece integral unit that has a protruding shaft that mates with the shower rod that is attached to a base. The base is for mounting on the wall to receive the shower rod with the protruding shaft. The base has a convex shape so that it can rock against the wall to accommodate different angles of approach of the shower rod and contain a sufficient amount of give. A sleeve fits over the base that can receive decorative covers to suit the design desires of the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2009
    Publication date: July 29, 2010
    Inventor: William Wong
  • Patent number: 7762508
    Abstract: A fixing structure of a rod member for use in shower curtains comprises a holder, a connecting member and two cover pieces screwed at the end portions of the holder, wherein the holder includes a fixing groove formed therein and a gap, the width of which is less than the diameter of the fixing grove, arranged at one side thereof, and includes a connecting member axially disposed in the fixing groove thereof and having pivotal shafts mounted at two end portions thereof, and having an insertion notch for inserting a rod member therein secured on the outer peripheral surface thereof, and includes the cover pieces screwed at two end portions thereof and having axial opening in response to the pivotal shafts of the connecting member attached thereon, thereby utilizing the connecting member to fixing various types of rod members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2010
    Inventor: Ming-He Xu
  • Publication number: 20100170034
    Abstract: A shower curtain support system for a shower stall or tub enclosure is disclosed, comprising a support guide member having a center holding portion and two opposing ends, two holders, and an attached shower curtain. The support guide member is selectively adjustable in the middle. The two holders are fixedly attached to the two surrounding opposing end walls, directly abutting a shower stall or tub enclosure, and are usably adjoined, one on each end, to the support guide member. Each holder comprises a roller bracket having an appendage with rollers and spacers attached to the roller bracket by fasteners, and which appendage projects through the access opening into the shower stall or tub enclosure. The rollers and spacers contact and communicate with the hollow interior and slots on each of the two opposing ends of the support guide member. Retainers prevent the support guide member from disengaging the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2010
    Publication date: July 8, 2010
    Inventors: David B. Bathurst, Veronica L. Bathurst
  • Publication number: 20100115694
    Abstract: A shower curtain rod is a multiple-sectional rod composed of two supporting rods and at least one extension rod pivotally connected between the two supporting rods to allow a shower curtain sleeving and suspending thereon. Distal ends of the two supporting rods rotatably combine with pivotal hinge assemblies to mount on the walls respectively so that the extension rod is driven to different orientations by pushing and rotating one of the two supporting rods to selectively bend the shower curtain rod inward or outward to make the shower space variable with maximum benefit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2008
    Publication date: May 13, 2010
    Inventor: Mei-Chun Lin
  • Publication number: 20090300838
    Abstract: An adjustable curved double curtain rod shower assembly for hanging and supporting the weight of two shower curtains and attached to the walls of a shower area and forms a shower enclosure area and the curtain rod assembly comprises: (a) two adjustable curved curtain rods in a horizontal plane one an inner rod and the second an outer rod and each rod comprises a first and a second tubular section wherein the first section fits into the second section thereby providing for telescopic adjustment of each of the rods and two end pieces that join the ends of each of the two adjustable rods together; (b) two end hanging means having pivotably positioned therein the two end pieces wherein each of the hanging means is attached to the walls of the shower enclosure and when shower curtains are attached to each of the rods form an enclosed shower area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2008
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Inventor: Kevin Didehvar
  • Publication number: 20090193575
    Abstract: A shower curtain support fixture formed of a set of slotted tubes each having an end portion containing a bend so as to dispose the end portions adjacent the side walls of a bath-shower enclosure and a slotted coupling member slidingly receiving cut inner ends of the slotted tubes to form a U-shaped slotted tube fixture which receives a plurality of T-shaped shower curtain hangers through the slot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2008
    Publication date: August 6, 2009
    Inventor: John L. Prian
  • Publication number: 20090119830
    Abstract: A shower curtain and support system employs an elongated rail supported at the shower or tub. The rail extrusion can be an extrusion with an inverted U profile, with an open slot or slots at its base. There are glides, e.g., nylon members with a ball, hemisphere, or other wide head portion and shaft that projects out through the slot from the open interior of the rail. The glides have one or two hook structures for attaching to a fabric curtain and a vinyl curtain liner. In one preferred version, there is a liner hook and spring retaining arm on one side that fits into the grommet at the top of the liner. On the other side is a short arm with a button that fits into a button hole on the cloth or fabric curtain. The curtain has blind button holes or grommets at its upper hem, so that the hook structure, e.g., button, does not show.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2008
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Inventors: M. Karen Goskowski, Gregory H. Millet, John J. Fitzsimmons
  • Patent number: 7512997
    Abstract: In some embodiments an apparatus to hold shower curtains is disclosed. The apparatus includes a shower bar and mounting brackets. The mounting brackets are connected to at least one wall to receive the shower bar. The shower bar may be made of a flexible material that has a rectangular cross section and a rounded upper edge. The rectangular cross section enables the shower curtains to lay flat on the bar. The flexible material may enable the shower bar to be flexed during installation or to absorb contact from an object. Other embodiments are otherwise disclosed herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Inventor: John S. Dewees
  • Publication number: 20080313801
    Abstract: An application for a telescoping boat shower includes telescoping extensions of decreasing diameter that collapse inside of a fishing pole holder of a boat when in storage and extend upwardly from the fishing pole holder when in use. The telescoping extensions conduct water from a larger, lower telescoping extension to a smaller, upper telescoping extension where a nozzle is attached. The nozzle sprays water on a user of the telescoping shower. An adaptable fitting attaches to a bottom of the fishing pole holder, providing a water-tight seal. The adaptable fitting has a water supply fitting for attaching to a supply of water and the adaptable fitting conducts water from the water supply to the telescoping extensions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2007
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventor: Thomas Jason Saxon
  • Publication number: 20080295240
    Abstract: A shower curtain hanging structure includes a fixture, a first socket, a second socket and a linking rod. The fixture is provided with a connecting unit to secure the first socket. The second socket is accommodated in the first socket and linked with the connecting unit. The linking rod is composed of several sections, with the two ends connected to the second socket to form the hanger. The first socket is adjustable to link the second socket for the linking rod in a different length.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2007
    Publication date: December 4, 2008
    Inventor: Shih-Lin Chang
  • Publication number: 20080289095
    Abstract: A shower curtain assembly is designed to provide users with an apparatus that provides much wide shower space for consumers than traditional one, prevents the curtain from moving inward, eliminate water spilling onto the floor, and even allows the user to sit on a top periphery of a bathtub near the curtain when the shower is in use. It is simply comprised of a shower curtain support rod that bows outward from a shower enclosure along its length, a shower curtain, hooks, and means that secures the shower curtain to achieve the abovementioned goal. The means includes main weights attached to the lower portion of the curtain, wires connected to the lower portion of the curtain and holders fixed to the bottom edges of the sidewalls of the shower enclosure, and wires with magnets attached. Only one of them needs to be chosen for the shower enclosure for the aforementioned functions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2007
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Inventor: Wayne Li
  • Publication number: 20080289096
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved shower curtain rod and fixture. More particularly, the invention encompasses a shower curtain rod that can be used safely and securely in the motel/hotel industry. This invention further includes inventive features, such as, a shower rod that has substantially straight ends and a portion that is visibly curved to allow for “elbow room” for upper body movement of a person using a shower, a non-twist or non-sagging feature that prevents the inventive shower curtain rod from rotating or twisting after it has been installed, a fixture to securely and safely secure the inventive shower curtain rod to a surface, such as a wall, to name a few.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2007
    Publication date: November 27, 2008
    Inventor: Niranjan Patel
  • Publication number: 20080282464
    Abstract: A mounting assembly is used to mount a curved rod to a mounting surface. The mounting assembly includes a base, a guide and a cover. The base is fixed to the mounting surface by inserting screws through holes in the base and into the mounting surface. The guide fits around the base and can move along a length of the base. The cover is placed over the base and secured to the guide, such that the cover can also move along the length of the base. The mounting assembly interfaces with an end of the curved rod that approaches the mounting assembly at a given angle. Movement of the cover allows the mounting assembly to interface with ends of curved rods approaching the mounting assembly over a range of angles. The mounting assembly can include a shaft that is connected to the base and interfaces with the end of the curved rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Inventor: Alan M. Bauer
  • Publication number: 20080229491
    Abstract: A shower curtain fastening strip comprises a substrate having first side and second side. A detachable fastening material is affixed on the first and or second side of the substrate. The shower curtain fastening strip is operatively coupled to a single shower hook.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2007
    Publication date: September 25, 2008
    Inventor: Donna Kim Gregory
  • Publication number: 20080184479
    Abstract: A rotable shower expander rod assembly is herein described, for a shower stall or tub enclosure having an access opening for the ingress and egress of the user, and which includes a curved rotable shower expander rod, two retaining rings, two fasteners or set screws, and two detents, each with a spring and ball bearing, so as to have two fixed, yet movable positions, a shower bar or tension rod, and a shower curtain or liner. And, wherein the function of the rotable shower expander rod assembly is to reconfigure and repurpose a straight shower rod into a curved shower rod that is rotable, so that when the rod portion of the assembly is rotated outward to the first or operable position, it comes into contact with a shower curtain and moves it away from the shower area, thereby greatly increasing usable shower space for the comfort of the user. The rotable shower expander rod assembly also has an additional function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: August 7, 2008
    Inventor: Veronica L. Bathurst
  • Publication number: 20080163418
    Abstract: A tension rod assembly is provided which includes first and second substantially cylindrical rod sections. The first rod section has an end and an outer diameter. The second rod section is hollow and has an inner diameter larger than the outer diameter of the first rod section such that the first rod section may be telescopically received within the second section. The second rod section has an end and an outer diameter. The outer diameter of the second rod section is larger than the outer diameter of the first rod section. First and second end members are provided. Each of the first and second end members has a cylindrical recess with substantially the same inner diameter. The first end member is adapted to be received on the end of the first rod section. The second end member is adapted to be received on the end of the second rod section. An adapter is interposed between the end of the first rod section and the first end member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2007
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Inventor: Charles Barrese
  • Publication number: 20080115265
    Abstract: A rod assembly for supporting a curtain between a first surface and a second surface includes a first attachment assembly, a second attachment assembly and a rod. Each attachment assembly attaches to a respective surface and includes an angularly adjustable section receiver. The rod includes a first rod section and a second rod section. The first rod section is attached to the first section receiver and includes a first curved section positioned distally from the first section receiver. The second rod section is attached to the second section receiver and includes a second curved section positioned distally from the second section receiver. In one embodiment, the second curved section is slidably connected to the first curved section in a male-female relationship so that a length of the rod is adjustable. The first rod section can include a locking mechanism that is adapted to contact the second rod section to frictionally secure the first rod section and the second rod section to one another.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2007
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Inventor: David Heaslip
  • Patent number: 7350244
    Abstract: Apparatus (10) comprises a removable liner (12) for a shower curtain having a length of loop and hook fasteners (14) such as Velcro affixed to the hem. Additionally, the shower liner (12) comprises a valence-like top element 16 having reinforced eyelets (18) positioned longitudinally along the top side for the attachment of hooks (20) on rods (22) and a mating length of loop and hook fastener (24) positioned along the bottom side for mating to the removable liner (12). The loop and hook fasteners (14), (24) allow the user easy removal and reattachment of the shower liner from the valance-like element. In an alternate construction, the shower liner (12) comprises a removable liner for a shower curtain having a length of loop and hook fasteners (14), (24) affixed to both sides of the hem. The mating valance-like (16) element includes two layers of material. When attached to the valance-like element (16), the lower removable liner (12) is thus affixed on both the interior (30) and exterior (32) sides.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Inventor: Ana Handley
  • Publication number: 20080028513
    Abstract: A shower curtain support system includes a first rod having a first arcuate portion and a first end portion and a second rod having a second arcuate portion and a second end portion. The second arcuate portion is telescopically mounted within the first arcuate portion. A first end support is removably and pivotably mounted to the first end portion and a second end support is removably and pivotably mounted to the second end portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Applicant: ZENITH PRODUCTS CORP.
    Inventor: Kaveh Didehvar
  • Patent number: 7222376
    Abstract: An adjustable bowed shower rod and bracket that is simple, strong, and attractive having an elliptical cross section; a semi-capsular wall bracket with a semi-cylindrical middle section and a cutout in the middle section having a height between one quarter and one half the height of the bracket; and a swivel having a cylindrical vertical member longer than the height of the bracket cutout of a diameter selected to fit completely within the bracket middle section and an elliptical horizontal member secured perpendicularly to the vertical member on a first end and sized to receive the rod in an overlapping fit on a second end. The swivel vertical member can be assembled into the bracket with the swivel horizontal member protruding through the bracket cutout, and the elliptical rod can come into communication with the swivel horizontal member, thereby assembling the shower rod and bracket apparatus. The brackets do not require any pivot pin or backing plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: Harney Hardware, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert A. Gunning
  • Patent number: 7171705
    Abstract: A bathtub railing assembly includes a bracket that is attached to a first wall and is positioned over and adjacent to a bathtub that is positioned between the first wall and a second wall. An elongated rod has a first end and a second end. The first end is pivotally coupled to the bracket so that the rod may be selectively positioned in a vertical position or a horizontal position. The second end of the rod is positioned adjacent to the second wall when the rod is in the horizontal position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Inventor: Timothy S. Hicks
  • Patent number: 7047576
    Abstract: The invention provides a variable angle connector profile for connecting a plurality of enclosure panels, the profile comprising: a first end segment having a first open channel sized for receiving a first enclosure panel; a flexible middle segment attached to the first end segment; and a second end segment attached to the middle segment and having a second open channel sized for receiving a second enclosure panel; the middle segment including a flexible plastic material and the end segments including at least a semi-rigid material, all three segments being co-extruded as a single integral linear unit and wherein each of the first and second end segments includes surfaces adapted to abut each other and to delimit the extent of movement of the end segments towards each other in a first sense of swivel from a linear alignment of 180° to a substantially perpendicular alignment of about 90°, while the segments are free to move in a second sense of swivel away from the surfaces to form a reflex angle therebetween,
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 1, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2006
    Assignee: MTD Industries, Ltd.
    Inventor: Aharon Tavivian
  • Patent number: 6996862
    Abstract: A shower curtain deflector can be produced economically and installed easily without assembly. The deflector is of a simple design that attaches rotably to the shower curtain rod with an elongated portion which pushes the shower curtain away from the user due to counterweighted portion which hangs on the tub side of the shower curtain. Because the device hangs directly from the shower curtain support rod it is simple to install, does not interfere with a user's ability to get into the shower and leave the tub quickly, and does not pose a danger should the user fall against the curtain or have to push his/her way out through the curtain. A user only need use two units to effectively restrain the shower curtain. Because the device is small and simple, it is inexpensive and easy to manufacture and package.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2006
    Inventors: Joseph Shippy, John Shippy
  • Patent number: 6701543
    Abstract: A foldable/collapsible Child-Safety Water Spill-Guard with soft magnet or suction cup grippers attaches itself to a bathtub or Jacuzzi in an inclined fashion at any preferred place with out a need of permanent attachments. This child-safety water-spill guard comprises of a water proof sheet of plastic or fabric approximately the length of a standard tub with stiff nylon or plastic ribs spaced through out the length of the sheet. Each rib is essentially a two piece configuration, the longer of these rib pieces essentially have a wedge at the bottom; whereas under side of each rib is a soft/flexible magnet or suction cup secured with fusion, glue or plastic-weld etc., so when the safety spill-guard is placed and stretched along the long side of a bathtub the bottom section of the safety spill-guard is folded and wrapped on the inside of the bathtub hanging down from the rim sticking to the inner surface securely.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Inventor: Ataul Haq
  • Patent number: 6694538
    Abstract: A portable toilet enclosure assembly for providing privacy for users of portable toilets which may be positioned in the open. The portable toilet enclosure assembly includes a base assembly including a support base, and also including wheels upon which the support base is mounted; and also includes a height adjustable pole assembly being mounted upon the support base; and further includes a curtain support assembly including a bracket being attached to the height adjustable pole assembly, and also including tubular curtain rod support member being pivotally attached to the bracket, and further including a curtain rod being adjustably attached to the tubular curtain rod support member, and also including curtain hangers being movably mounted upon the curtain rod; and also includes a curtain being attached to and depending from the curtain hangers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2004
    Inventor: Beatrice Jones
  • Patent number: 6694543
    Abstract: An adjustable, compressive mount for a shower curtain rod fits neatly within the curtain rod to maintain the esthetic appearance of the rod. A rotatable extension within the rod is moved in and out of the rod to alter the effective length of the rod. Extending the rod to fit within the enclosure provides a frictional fit against the opposing walls of the shower enclosure, without the need to place screws into the walls of the enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2004
    Inventor: Sean A. Moore
  • Patent number: 6691339
    Abstract: A molded tub and surround which is formed of a multiple of portions. Wall portions meet at a joint which is secured by wall clamps which bias a partially arcuate portion of a second wall portion against the visible surface of a first wall portion. The first wall portion sandwiched between the wall clamps and the partially arcuate portion. A multiple of tub clamps extend from a lower edge of the wall portions to fit upon a flange extending from a tub portion. The wall clamps and tub clamps assure an easily assembled and watertight molded tub and surround.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Assignee: Aqua Glass Corporation
    Inventor: Brent Thomas
  • Publication number: 20030217410
    Abstract: An adjustable, compressive mount for a shower curtain rod is provided. The compressive mount fits neatly within the curtain rod to maintain the esthetic appearance of the rod. A rotatable extension within the rod is moved in and out of the rod to alter the effective length of the rod. Extending the rod to fit within the enclosure provides a frictional fit against the opposing walls of the shower enclosure, without the need to place screws into the walls of the enclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2002
    Publication date: November 27, 2003
    Inventor: Sean A. Moore
  • Patent number: 6567999
    Abstract: A shower stall with integral tanning lights is provided. The shower stall has two tanning light units mounted on two adjacent walls of the shower, each containing tanning bulbs behind tempered glass panels. The panels are securely fastened with waterproof gasketing, and are flush mounted into the bath or shower unit stall wall. A waterproof control panel provides for control of the tanning lights and utilizes a timer to prevent over exposure. Other components necessary for proper operation, such as ballasts, reflectors, wiring and the like are mounted behind the shower or bath stall wall, in the wall stud cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2003
    Inventor: Keith L. Thurner
  • Patent number: 6550525
    Abstract: A shower curtain has a bottom hem that forms a closed pocket. Sand is contained in the closed pocket and provides weight to the shower curtain so the curtain does not blow away from the side of a tub during a shower.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2002
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Inventor: Doreen A. Grisolia
  • Patent number: 6546571
    Abstract: The header is heat sealed along the top of one side of the liner body with both ends extending beyond the edges of the liner body. The ends of the header are folded around the edges of the liner body to a position parallel to the other side of the liner and heat sealed. Grommets are mounted through the liner and header portions such that the hook receiving openings at the corners of the liner are re-enforced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2003
    Assignee: Ex-Cell Home Fashions, Inc.
    Inventor: David Samelson
  • Patent number: 6487752
    Abstract: The present sliding door stop is positioned within the header of a sliding door frame. It is comprised of first and second arms connected by a connecting member. First and second bumper surfaces on the inner and outer edges of the first arm are respectively positioned over first and second tracks in the header. A third bumper surface on the inner edge of the second arm is also positioned over the first track. The arms are positioned around the outer roller assembly of a first sliding door which is hung on the first track, so that the stop is slaved to the movement of the door. The maximum possible overlap between the doors is limited by the first arm when the roller assembly of the first door is engaged against the first bumper surface, and the roller assembly of a second door is engaged against the second bumper surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2002
    Inventor: David S. Mathews
  • Patent number: 6463599
    Abstract: By means of a shower cabinet (1) which can be packed up and mounted at use. It is possible to take a shower under housing conditions where there is no or cannot be established permanent bathing facilities. The shower cabinet comprises a folding covering (4) of a flexible material, and a bottom trough (3) having a bottom (10) and a side wall and made of a solid material, such as plastic or metal. In the bottom trough (3) is placed a pump (11) for successively removing water supplied to the cabinet during showering. The covering (4) is at the end opposite the bottom trough (3) connected to a cap (2) of a solid material, such as plastic or metal. The cap (2) fits the bottom trough (3) as a cover and together with this forms a box for storing the covering (4) and the rest of the equipment of the cabinet. When the cabinet (1) is to be used, the cap (2) is lifted together with the covering (4) and secured with an elastic suspension (22) on e.g.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2002
    Inventor: Michael Perthu
  • Patent number: 6317904
    Abstract: A plurality of fasteners are arranged along opposite edges of the shower curtain. Each fastener includes a mounting strip with a body portion which carries a pair of integral suction cups. The strip is heat sealed to the curtain material. In particular, a peripheral edge, thinner than the body portion, is formed during the heat sealing process. A passage or opening through the body portion acts as a guide during the heat sealing process and permits air trapped during sealing or water trapped during use to escape from behind the mounting strip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Ex-Cell Home Fashions, Inc.
    Inventor: David Samelson
  • Patent number: 6263523
    Abstract: A shower enclosure system includes an elongate arcuate rod having first and second spaced end portions, a pair of swivels, with one swivel at each of the end portions, and a pair of swivel-receiving wall mounts for mounting on opposing walls of a shower enclosure, with each of the swivels to receive one of the swivels. The system includes a shower curtain rod which is shaped so that the bathroom is protected by draping the shower curtain in such a way that splashed water does not escape from the bath tub. The shape of the curtain rod provides added space outside the perimeter of the tub footprint, for the comfort of the user within the shower enclosure. However, the added space within the shower enclosure does not compromise the integrity of the water capturing function of the shower curtain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2001
    Inventor: Sean A. Moore
  • Patent number: 6253393
    Abstract: A door for shower enclosures has at least two door leaves disposed side-by-side in a closed state of the door, a continuous vertical hinge element connecting the door leaves so that upon opening of the door one of the door leaves pivots forward about a rotary axis of the hinge element, a double hinge element mountable on one wall of a shower area or on a vertical profile of a shower enclosure and having a rear suspension part and a front suspension part, another of the door leaves being supported rotatably in a rotary axis by one face end on the rear suspension part of the double hinge element, at least one horizontally disposed rotating arm which is articulated rotatably in another rotary axis on the front suspension part of the double hinge element which is farther from the shower area than the rear suspension part, the retaining arm fitting over the hinge element and being supported rotatably by an opposite end in a further rotary axis of a further suspension part mounted rigidly on the hinge element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1996
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2001
    Inventors: Armin Dries, Susanne Wegener
  • Patent number: 6216287
    Abstract: The present disclosure sets forth an improved shower curtain rod. It is adapted for use with a enclosure defined by left and right end walls, and a back splash wall defining a bath tub enclosure above a bath tub. The bath tub is oval or elliptical and fits in an oval and elliptical hole in a horizontal deck. The shower curtain rod of the present disclosure has ends connected with a curving middle portion which ends are anchored at end fittings. There is, between the two ends, a curving portion which conforms with an oval or elliptical bath tub shape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 1996
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2001
    Assignee: Sean Moore
    Inventor: Dick A. Wise