Abstract: An oral irrigator including a main body and a brush assembly. The main body has an elongated shaft, a connector connected to the elongated shaft, and a receiving cavity connected to the neck for receiving and retaining a brush assembly. The oral irrigator is adapted to work in conjunction with a mechanism for providing pressurized liquid (e.g. a pump).

Abstract: A toothbrush including a head portion having a plurality of bristles, an internal chamber, and one or more openings to couple therethrough tooth paste from within the internal chamber to proximate the bristles. The toothbrush further includes a neck portion having an internal conduit fluidly coupled to the internal chamber of the head portion. The toothbrush additionally includes a connector portion to mate with a corresponding connector of a separate tooth paste dispenser. Another embodiment includes a housing portion for enclosing at least a portion of the separate tooth paste dispenser. Yet another embodiment includes an integral container portion for storing tooth paste with a pushing pad for dispensing of tooth paste.

Abstract: A cleaning device for cleaning toilets, bathroom fixtures, and other surfaces. The device encloses a reservoir contained in a hollow handle for storing a cleaning solution, with a cap connected to one end of the handle and a base connected to the other end of the handle. A brush, sponge or other scrubber or cleaning surface is preferably attached to the base. A manually operated flow control mechanism opens a valve which seals at least one exit or dispensing orifice at or near the base of the reservoir, and thereby allows volume of cleaning solution to be dispensed at a reasonably fast, controlled rate of flow. In one embodiment, manually operated vacuum pressure release orifices are located at the opposite end of the reservoir from the exit orifice and are normally closed, but may be opened to minimize or eliminate any vacuum (subatmospheric pressure) in the reservoir, thereby aiding the flow of liquid from the reservoir through the exit orifice.

Abstract: Brushes specifically hair brushes have been around for several years. However, a brush with the flexibility of moving the bristles inward to help in cleaning is a new invention. Additionally a hair brush capable of delivering hair care products including styling gel into the bristle area so as to allow combing while applying hair care products is a new invention. The manufacture of hair brushes with recyclable and or disposable materials is also an added benefit of the current invention. The said invention describes the make up of such a brush that will be easy to clean, may be made out of recyclable and or disposable material and can be used to deliver hair care products to the scalp (hair) while combing. Such an invention will eliminate the mess encountered while applying hair care products and will also reduce the amount of time needed for the same.

Abstract: “Magic Brush” would consist of a brush featuring a somewhat rectangular plastic base having rounded ends. Base would provide a handle as well as a reservoir for storing liquid shoe polish inside the plastic handle and or have a additional reservoir on one end of the handle. In addition, a plunger mechanism would rest upon one end of the brush on the face of the handle. Extending from the base would be a plurality of bristle positioned within the bristles located within the front of the brush directly beneath the plunger, would be a groved sponge applicator through which the polish would travel when the plunger was pressed. Between the plunger and the applicator there is a valve mecanism is to control the polish flow located inside of the polish reservoir.

Abstract: A chewable toothbrush includes a pliable bristle anchor, bristles attached to the bristle anchor, and a handle attached to the bristle anchor. In one embodiment, the bristle anchor includes a cavity that holds a material such as toothpaste or mouthwash. When the toothbrush is chewed, the material is released from the cavity and onto the bristles. The toothbrush may be realized as a single-use disposable unit or as a multiple-use unit. The cavity in a multiple-use unit can be reloaded with material prior to each use.

Abstract: A chewable toothbrush includes a pliable bristle anchor, bristles attached to the bristle anchor, and a handle attached to the bristle anchor. In one embodiment, the bristle anchor includes a cavity that holds a material such as toothpaste or mouthwash. When the toothbrush is chewed, the material is released from the cavity and onto the bristles. The toothbrush may be realized as a single-use disposable unit or as a multiple-use unit. The cavity in a multiple-use unit can be reloaded with material prior to each use.

Abstract: A fluid applicator having a body with a fluid inlet in communication with a reservoir of fluid to be dispensed. The applicator further includes a plurality of applicator tines extending outwardly from an application area of the body, and the tines are at least partially flexible. Moreover, at least some of the tines include a fluid pathway. Additionally, the applicator further includes a handle portion generally above the application area. An actuator is located on the body adjacent the front end and generally above and off-center from the application area. The actuator is operably configured to selectively dispense a predetermined amount of fluid to the fluid pathways of the tines for accurate and consistent dispensing and application of the fluid to a target surface.

Abstract: The present invention discloses an improved structure of a water-jet toothbrush, comprising a hollow base in the front part of the handle to receive and store the replaceable bristle head firmly, a hollow pipe being associated with the rear part of the handle, a source of water being connectable to the rear part of the pipe, a water controller be fixedly mounted to connect the handle and the pipe and to control the flowing of water toward the jet head at the anterior portion of the toothbrush head, a water passage being formed and extended axially from the pipe to the handle and curved inwards within the toothbrush head to connect with the spiral jet head, thereby such curvature direct a strong water stream to clean the residues stored on the tooth crevices and massage the gums effectively.

Abstract: A brush includes a body having a compartment for containing a washing fluid, the body having a first surface to which bristles are attached. A plurality of first fluid passages are provided between the compartment and the first surface for dispensing fluid from the compartment. A second passage between the compartment and the first surface allows for the filling of the compartment when the brush is submerged into a reservoir of fluid. The second passage is provided with a non-return valve, preferably in the form of a flexible plate having an edge attached to the inner surface of the compartment. The non-return valve opens the second passage when the brush is submerged, and closes the second passage when the brush is removed from the reservoir.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for applying liquid protectorant to a targeted surface, such as a automobile tire sidewall, comprising a container for holding the liquid protectorant, a hand-held applicator, and a conduit between the container and the applicator. And one embodiment, the container is pressurized and a manually controllable valve is operable to deliver the liquid protectorant from the container to the applicator. The applicator includes a nozzle for delivering liquid protectorant. The nozzle, however, is surrounded by portions of the applicator, for example brush bristles, to prevent liquid protectorant from traveling to other than the targeted area.

Abstract: An advanced cleaning system having a handle portion with a proximal end and a distal end, a cleaning head portion, the cleaning head portion adapted for use with a removable cleaning pad, and a cleaning fluid reservoir fluidically coupled to the cleaning head portion such that cleaning fluid is controllably allowed to flow via gravity onto the surface to be cleaned adjacent the cleaning head portion.

Abstract: There is provided an oral irrigator including a main body and a brush assembly. The main body has an elongated shaft, a connector connected to the elongated shaft, and a receiving cavity connected to the neck for receiving and retaining a brush assembly. The oral irrigator is adapted to work in conjunction with a mechanism for providing pressurized liquid (e.g. a pump).

Abstract: A chewable toothbrush includes a pliable bristle anchor, bristles attached to the bristle anchor, and a handle attached to the bristle anchor. In one embodiment, the bristle anchor includes a cavity that holds a material such as toothpaste or mouthwash. When the toothbrush is chewed, the material is released from the cavity and onto the bristles. The toothbrush may be realized as a single-use disposable unit or as a multiple-use unit. The cavity in a multiple-use unit can be reloaded with material prior to each use.

Abstract: A wash brush (10) having a handle (11) securely coupleable with a cleaning head (13) by a ratchet-like coupling mechanism (12), and including a flowpath control mechanism (22) operable to direct and control a stream of liquid to the brush head area. A continuous liquid flow path is provided from a handle source connection end (62) to the head-mounted flowpath control mechanism (22) which is operable to selectively control flow characteristics, including pattern and direction.

Abstract: A liquid applicator includes: an applicator body in which a storage tank for storing a paint is incorporated; brush elements, made up of multiple fiber bundles embedded on a base, parallel to each other in the axial direction so that the fiber bundles are directed forwards; and a valve element provided in the storage tank for allowing supply of the paint to the brush elements in the applying portion. This liquid applicator further has inside its front barrel, a blocking element formed with a liquid flow passage so as to block the paint supplied from the storage tank whilst partly allowing the paint to be supplied to the tip side of the front barrel by way of the flow passage.

Abstract: This product is a specially designed squeeze bottle cap with an attachment sauce brush that snaps into place in the cap. The cap is designed with an o-ring type of seal that allows the brush to snap in place with its groove at the end of the tube. This cap and brush system eliminates almost all waste when in use by applying the sauce directly to the meat or other intended use. It also eliminates the use of both hands when cooking, for example, brush in one hand and bowl of sauce in the other. When the brush is not in use the cap aides the application of the sauce to your favorite snacks. Clean up is also easy by just pulling out the brush and rinsing it off or throw it in the dishwasher. This cap and brush system is both a waste eliminator and a time saver.

Abstract: A grill brush for cleaning the grates of a grill while also applying cleaning oil. The grill brush includes a head portion having a plurality of bristles and a scraping portion for removing debris from the grate of the grill, along with the capability to supply cleaning oil to the bristles.

Abstract: A cleaning brush having a handle assembly and biodegradable cleaning member. The handle assembly is substantially a hollow cylinder housing a flexible container for a cleaning liquid and further including a cannula for dispensing liquid. The handle assembly includes an opening at one end, through which the container is refilled, and a cover to prevent the liquid from coming out. An engagement mechanism at the other end of the handle assembly includes two parallel stems with arrow heads at their distal ends that are cammingly inserted inside a cooperative opening in the cleaning member end releasably engaged therein.

Abstract: A dispensing hair brush that has a hollow head 10 that may be separated from a handle 12 for the purpose of both components being filled with a hair product. This hair product may then be dispensed via the brush and its bristles. Within this handle there is a screw mechanism with an attached plunger that slides along the axis in both a forward and backward direction thereby allowing hair product to be inserted and dispensed.

Abstract: A device for sweeping a substantially horizontal surface is provided which includes a broom having a handle and a head, a valve disposed on the device, and a spray bar disposed on the head for directionally spraying a liquid that is supplied to the valve, wherein the valve regulates the pressure of liquid sprayed by the spray bar. The liquid may be water from a common garden hose. In embodiments, the spray bar is movably positioned on the head. In embodiments, the device may further include a reservoir for holding an agent for treating the horizontal surface. In embodiments, the valve is spring-loaded and/or hand-controlled. The device may include tubing between the valve and the spray bar. The tubing may be positioned internal to the handle or external to the handle. The handle may be used to convey liquid from the valve to the spray bar. In an embodiment, the head may include water channels. The spray bar may be made integral to the head.

Abstract: A liquid supply device, has a first part provided with an inlet for receiving a liquid and passing the liquid there through, a second part for passing the liquid received from the one part and provided with an outlet for issuing the liquid, and a connector for connecting the part with one another so that the outlet can assume a plurality of different angular positions relative to the inlet, the connector being formed so that a user can turn one of the parts relative to the other of the parts to change an angular position of the outlet relative to the inlet, and when a desired position is achieved, a sink of liquid through the parts provides a fixation of the position under the action of a liquid pressure.

Abstract: A cleaning tool formed of a water soluable material includes a handle and a cleaning head. The cleaning tool is configured to permit the user to perform a cleaning operation and thereafter dispose of the cleaning tool by placing it in a toilet bowl where the interaction of the water resident in the bowl with the cleaning tool causes the tool to dissolve sufficiently to permit the cleaning tool to be flushed away. The cleaning tool may include a quantity of cleanser contained within the handle of the tool or alternatively disposed on the cleaning head itself.

Abstract: The toothbrush is designed to be flexibly adjustable depending on the dentition and the like of each user. The brush head 1 of the toothbrush has two or more brush segments 2a, 2b and 2c each having bristle bundles 6 implanted in a brush base 5, which are arranged in the axial direction of the toothbrush; and the brush segments are connected to each other with a resilient resin material, a rubber material, a spring, a rubber ligament, a magnet or other restoring means which permits restorable torsional and bending deformations in all directions with respect to the axis of the toothbrush; the restoring means having at the proximal end a neck 3 for fitting the brush head to the distal end of a handle 4.

Abstract: An adjustable water-guiding rod for a cleaning brush comprises a rotary joint furnished between a water-input rod and a water-output rod. The rotary joint includes two disks, each of which is mounted on one end of the water-input rod and the water-output rod respectively. The disks are furnished with ring-shaped water passages respectively in communication with each other. The inner surface and the outer surface of the ring-shaped water passage are mounted with seal rings. One of the two disks is furnished with clutch teeth and a bolt at the center thereof. The other disk is mounted with a positioning disk and a spring is provided therebetween. The positioning disk has clutch teeth for engaging with the clutch teeth of one of the disks. A rotary disk having a thread center hole is mounted on the outer surface of the positioning disk to couple with the bolt for joining the two disks and the positioning disk together. The two disks are set at a position by the clutch teeth.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for applying liquid protectorant to a targeted surface, such as a automobile tire sidewall, comprising a container for holding the liquid protectorant, a hand-held applicator, and a conduit between the container and the applicator. And one embodiment, the container is pressurized and a manually controllable valve is operable to deliver the liquid protectorant from the container to the applicator. The applicator includes a nozzle for delivering liquid protectorant. The nozzle, however, is surrounded by portions of the applicator, for example brush bristles, to prevent liquid protectorant from traveling to other than the targeted area.

Abstract: The present invention is that of a new and improved apparatus for assisting a user while cooking on an outdoor grill or other cooking surface. The apparatus would be cylindrical tube that would be approximately fifteen inches in length and about four inches in diameter. The apparatus would have two separate and distinct compartments in which a user would store both a condiment and water and would have mechanism to apply the stored items from one or more both compartments onto a grill or piece of food being cooked.

Abstract: A toothbrush with multiple pumping systems including a head portion having three rows of a plurality of outlet ports formed therein. The head portion has a plurality of bristles secured thereto. An elongated handle portion removably couples with the head portion. The handle portion has a hollow interior in communication with the hollow interior of the head portion. Three manual pumps are slidably disposed within the handle portion. Three tubes are removably disposed within the head portion and the handle portion disposed between the outlet ports of the head portion and the three pumps. The three tubes hold quantities of liquid toothpaste, mouthwash, and antibacterial rinse.

Abstract: In a brush for the application of a cosmetic liquid, in particular a nail varnish brush, comprising a stem with a handle section on the side of an end thereof, at least one bunch of bristles, which stands out in the axial direction, being disposed on the opposite end of the stem, it is provided that at least two bunches of bristles are provided, which, while forming a recess, are spaced from each other in a proximal portion of the stem, and which at least partially overlap in a distal portion thereof

Abstract: A toothpaste dispensing toothbrush including a toothbrush portion comprised of a cylindrical body. The cylindrical body has an upper end, an open lower end, and a hollow interior. The upper end has an elongated stem extending upwardly therefrom. The elongated stem has a plurality of bristles extending laterally therefrom. The elongated stem has an opening therein corresponding to the bristles. A toothpaste tube is provided that stores a quantity of toothpaste therein. The toothpaste tube is received within the hollow interior of the cylindrical body of the toothbrush portion. The toothpaste tube is comprised of a circular base having an elongated tube extending upwardly therefrom. The elongated tube has an outwardly turned open upper end.

Abstract: A spray nozzle attachment with a hollow tubular body for mounting on the spray nozzle and interchangeable cleaning heads for removable mounting on the body. The heads may include different cleaning tools, such as a brush, a scouring pad, or a bottle cleaner. The body of the attachment is frictionally fit upon the spray nozzle, and the cleaning head is frictionally fit onto the body. The body of the attachment includes a central bore such that water may be directed from the nozzle onto objects to be cleaned.

Abstract: A toothbrush apparatus for dispensing toothpaste to the bristles having a generally hollow head portion attached to a generally hollow receiving portion, capable of receiving and supporting a paste cartridge. The toothbrush also contains a handle portion, which is attached to the receiving portion at the opposite side of the head portion. The handle portion contains a plunger and a sliding button configured such that the plunger is located inside the head portion and is capable of sliding in and out of said head portion and receiving portion. A paste cartridge containing paste and having a hole and a stopper located at opposite ends is placed in the receiving portion such that the hole of the paste cartridge is connected to the head portion of the device. When the sliding button slides towards the head portion, the plunger moves inside the paste cartridge forcing the stopper to move towards the head portion and forcing paste from the cartridge toward the head portion and to the bristles of the toothbrush.

Abstract: A toothbrush with integrated toothpaste dispenser includes a brush section, a handle section and an intermediate neck section. Positioned among the bristles of the brush section is a soft, flexible tube—the external end of which is just below the level of the ends of the bristles. This flexible tube allows for the delivery of the toothpaste to the ends of the bristles in an efficient and practical manner. Within the handle section resides a reservoir of toothpaste. The intermediate neck section is hollow, which forms a communicating channel for the toothpaste to travel from the toothpaste reservoir in the handle to the toothbrush head. Dispensing of the toothpaste can be accomplished by any manner of delivery system. The types of delivery systems possible include, but are not limited to: pump systems, lever systems, screwdiven systems and roller systems.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a broom provided with a regulator for controlling the flow of floor cleaning and treatment products.

Abstract: A disposable toothbrush assembly has a special hollow handle that contains enough toothpaste for one use. The handle includes a dispensing orifice, preferably at the head. An external plug seals the orifice, and thus also the toothpaste from the exterior. The plug is manually removable to unseal the orifice. A compressed spring within the handle can be released by removing a stop. This causes a piston at the end of the spring to eject the toothpaste through the dispensing orifice on the bristles. The stop is advantageously formed integrally with the plug.

Abstract: A toothbrush with multiple pumping systems including a head portion having three rows of a plurality of outlet ports formed therein. The head portion has a plurality of bristles secured thereto. An elongated handle portion removably couples with the head portion. The handle portion has a hollow interior in communication with the hollow interior of the head portion. Three manual pumps are slidably disposed within the handle portion. Three tubes are removably disposed within the head portion and the handle portion disposed between the outlet ports of the head portion and the three pumps. The three tubes hold quantities of liquid toothpaste, mouthwash, and antibacterial rinse.

Abstract: A toothbrush with a toothpaste feed system that includes a toothpaste cartridge feed handle, a hollow brush head, a resilient hinge openable neck structure connected between the toothpaste cartridge feed handle and the hollow brush head and providing a neck toothpaste passageway between a toothpaste feed end of a toothpaste cartridge cavity within toothpaste cartridge feed handle and a brush head toothpaste passageway formed within hollow brush head, and an accordion fold toothpaste filled cartridge with a rupturable perforated foil end that is sized to fit into the toothpaste cartridge cavity with the rupturable perforated foil end positioned within toothpaste feed end of toothpaste cartridge cavity. The back of the hollow brush head is provided with a flip open back cap that is in connection with the brush head toothpaste passageway and which is moveable into an open position to allow for cleaning of the brush head toothpaste passageway between uses.

Abstract: A fluid applicator system having a proximal end portion that has a male portion that can be connected to a female inner threaded hub that in turn is attached to a source of a fluid supply. The distal end terminates in a ball that is flocked with bristles that are adhered perpendicularly to the ball. The proximal end and the distal end is fluidly connected by a series of cylindrical tubes that are of decreasing outer diameter from the proximal end in the direction of the distal end.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing mechanism contained in a handle of a cleaning implement. The handle includes internal upper and lower valve assemblies sealably mounted within the handle to provide an air tight chamber therebetween for holding liquid. The upper valve assembly includes a push button actuator for introducing air into the chamber. The lower valve assembly includes a dispensing outlet for discharging the liquid from the chamber. When air is introduced into the air tight chamber through the upper valve assembly, a corresponding amount of liquid is dispensed from the chamber and out from the handle through the dispensing outlet.

Abstract: A vehicle washing device comprised of a hollow tube having an open first end, a closed second end, and an intermediate extent therebetween. The closed second end has a brush theresecured. A plurality of jet spray nozzles couple with the intermediate extent of the hollow first section. Contained in the device is a Y-shaped connector having an open first end coupled with the open second end of the hollow tube. The connector has an open second end with an on/off valve secured therein. An open third end has an on/off valve secured therein. The open second end is adapted to be secured to a water hose with the on/off valve selectively allowing water therethrough. Also in the device is a soap container having an extension integral therewith. The extension couples with the open third end of the Y-shaped connector. The soap container holds liquid soap therein.

Abstract: A powder-dispensing brush includes a powder reservoir, a tuft of hairs secured to the reservoir, in particular by a sleeve. The powder is caused to migrate from the reservoir into the tuft, which includes at least one group of relatively more dense hairs and one group of relatively less dense hairs. The powder is caused to migrate by at least one passage communicating with the reservoir and coming out between the groups of relatively more dense hairs and relatively less dense hairs or into the group of relatively dense hairs.

Abstract: A sponge mop includes a post extending through a top of a frame and the frame has two extensions on each of which a roller is connected. A sponge is located between the two rollers. A lever handle is pivotally connected to the post and a link is fixedly connected between the lever handle and the ridge. A tank is connected to the post and receives cleaning detergent therein. An outlet extends from a lower end of the tank and is engaged with the hole in the frame. A seal member is removably engaged with the outlet and a control assembly is received in the tank. A lower end of the control assembly is connected to the seal member and an operation handle on a top of the control assembly is engaged with the top hole so that when rotating the operation handle, the detergent flows to the sponge.

Abstract: A paint brush that contains a hollow handle that attaches to a water source. A tube within the hollow handle that provides a passage for the water running through the hollow handle. A hollow brush head is attached to the hollow handle, and is comprised of two opposing walls curved at their ends for connecting to each other. A bristle bar containing a plurality of bristles is attached to the hollow head. Within the bristle bar there are orifices through which the water flows. The hollow brush head contains at least one diverting bar disposed within that controls the flow of water through said bristles. Wherein the water source is attached to the hollow handle, and water flows through the tube, through the hollow head, over the diverting bars, through the orifices and through the plurality of bristles for easy cleaning.

Abstract: A floor coating application device with a rigid body having attached thereto a removable applicator and a removable weight system. The rigid body having a planar surface with radial edges to facilitate the uniform application of a coating material to a surface. The removable applicator being a material suitable for uniformly spreading a coating material without flaws or shedding and attached to the rigid body in such a manner as to minimize the wicking of coating material through the applicator. The removable weight system capable of providing a consistent force against the rigid body to improve the uniformity of coating thicknesses. The floor coating application device is used to spread coating material with a handle connected to the rigid body or a mechanical coating device.

Abstract: Apparatus (10) for the application and even spreading of flowable roofing materials such as bituminous mastics which includes an elongated, hollow delivery bar (14) adapted to be pulled across a roofing surface and having a plurality of material delivery openings (40) along the underside thereof, as well as a material spreader (16) positioned adjacent the bar (14). The spreader (16) includes first and second elongated, generally side-by-side brooms (42, 44) in trailing relationship to the bar (14). The first broom (42) is generally concave, whereas the second broom (42) is substantially rectilinear). A tubular handle (32) is coupled with the bar (14) for delivery of heated material thereto. A temperature gauge (36) is mounted on the handle (32) in close adjacency to the bar (14), allowing the user to closely monitor material temperatures at the point of application. An alternate delivery bar (14a) has individual nipple-valves (82) affording better material flow control.

Abstract: A toothbrush with a toothpaste reservoir and a simple control delivering mechanism which is associated with an elastomeric valve system for dispensing an amount of oral hygienic paste onto bristles on the toothbrush.

Abstract: An interchangeable cap with a brush applicator. The brush is mounted to a cap adapted to fit a standard acrylic paint bottle. A ferrule holds the brush to the cap. Within the ferrule, a plurality of dispensing tubes fluidly connect the paint contained in the bottle to the bristles of the brush. By deforming the bottle, paint is fed to the brush needles for application to an object.

Abstract: An improved mop with a cleaning cloth which is capable of more effectively cleaning, elongating the life span of a mop, reducing water consumption for cleaning, more rapidly cleaning, and being well applicable to cleaning a car body or an outer wall of a building. The mop includes a plurality of mop rods, and a plurality of thin plate-shaped mop cloths which are stacked by a mop cloth assembling member.

Abstract: An improved paint brush having a body, a handle connected to and extending outwardly from the body, a plurality of bristles extending outwardly from the body, and a plug affixed to the body within the plurality of bristles. The plug has a bar and a plurality of tubular members extending from the bar. The bar is a planar member with an edge extending transverse to a longitudinal axis of the handle. The plurality of tubular members includes a first plurality of tubular members arranged on one side of the bar and a second plurality of tubular members arranged on an opposite side of the bar. Each of the first and second pluralities of tubular members has a top opening and a bottom opening. The bottom opening is adjacent to the bar. The top opening communicates with a plenum area formed on the interior of the body. The bar and the plurality of tubular members are integrally formed together of a polymeric material.

Abstract: An extensible cleaner rod includes an outer tube and an inner tube telescoped in the outer tube, and then a water guide tube of a smaller diameter than that of the inner tube is provided in the outer tube. Then the volume of water flowing through the cleaner rod is always definite, no matter how large the outer tube and the inner tube may be. So the extensible cleaner rod may be used easily not adding a large weight to the whole cleaner rod even by enlarging the diameter of the outer tube and the inner tube for strengthen it.