US20070000081A1 - Universal fingernail scrub brush - Google Patents

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US20070000081A1
US20070000081A1 US11/497,477 US49747706A US2007000081A1 US 20070000081 A1 US20070000081 A1 US 20070000081A1 US 49747706 A US49747706 A US 49747706A US 2007000081 A1 US2007000081 A1 US 2007000081A1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B5/00—Brush bodies; Handles integral with brushware
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B15/00—Other brushes; Brushes with additional arrangements
    • A46B15/0097—Self supporting, e.g. brushes that stand upright or in other particular ways
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B9/00—Arrangements of the bristles in the brush body
    • A46B9/02—Position or arrangement of bristles in relation to surface of the brush body, e.g. inclined, in rows, in groups
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A46—BRUSHWARE
    • A46B—BRUSHES
    • A46B2200/00—Brushes characterized by their functions, uses or applications
    • A46B2200/10—For human or animal care
    • A46B2200/1006—Brushes for cleaning the hand or the human body

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  • My present invention relates to a fingernail scrub brush, intended for use by the general public.
  • the existing art tat serve the same purpose as this invention are similar in their basic embodiments.
  • the base-handle of the existing art are composed of a hard material such as plastic or wood and vary in size and form.
  • the overall problem associated with the existing art is that they are quite often unsightly and consequently disregarded when one is washing their hands.
  • One problem associated with use of the existing art is the bristle length, usually protruding half of an inch or longer from its housing surface.
  • the flexibility of the brush block does not provide an effective scrubbing for those with short fingernails.
  • Another problem associated with use of the existing art is that after the scrub brush is used, it is usually placed on a flat surface where it then creates a puddle. This puddle can often facilitate the growth of bacteria.
  • the broad purpose of this invention is to provide a more convenient and aesthetic fingernail scrub brush.
  • a furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a brush block for effectively cleaning underneath fingernails of various lengths.
  • Yet a Furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a drip-dry process of the fingernail scrub brush.
  • Yet still a furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a better rinsing process for the user and of the fingernail scrub brush.
  • FIG. 1 SHOWS A FRONT ELEVATIONAL VIEW OF THE PRESENT INVENTION.
  • FIG. 2 SHOWS A SIDE ELEVATIONAL VIEW THEROF.
  • FIG. 3 SHOWS A BACK PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
  • FIG. 4 SHOWS A FRONT PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
  • FIG. 5 SHOWS AN ALTERNATIVE FRONT PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
  • FIGS. 1-5 is a fingernail crab brush.
  • FIG. 1 shows the decorative wall 10 .
  • the decorative wall is intended to vary in shape and is shown as an alternative shape in FIG. 5 .
  • the purpose of the decorative wall is to provide variations of aesthetic displays.
  • the decorative wall will also provide a better rinsing process of the fingernails and brush block when placed directly under running water. This is because the running water will create a wider stream throughout the surface of the decorative wall and fingernails. Hence, providing a more comfortable and thorough rinse when manipulating the fingernails onto the scrub brush
  • the decorative wall 10 can also be considered the base along with the housing wall 40 .
  • the decorative wall 10 Is relatively thinner than the housing wall 40 .
  • FIG. 1 also shows the two part scrub brush 20 .
  • the two-part scrub brush is displayed on opposite parallel sides. This is so the user may scrub on the more suitable side depending on their fingernail length. The longer bristles would be suitable for long fingernails, whereas shorter bristles would more effectively clean underneath fingernails of a short length, due to the lack of flexibility of the bristles. Variations of polymers cm be applied to the scrub brush, for example; a softer blend of polymers can be provided to better suite manicured nails.
  • FIG. 2 shows housing wall 40 . intended for securing the brush block, and is also considered part of the base.
  • FIG. 2 also shows a single suction cup 30 . having an easy release tab 50 . This will allow one to insert a finger through the tab and easily release the apparatus from its mounted area by peeling the suction cup from its edge, rather than pulling it off.
  • the suction cup 30 is intended for mounting the scrub brush onto a sink or shower therefore, allowing the scrub brush to drip dry after use. Along with being conveniently located, this will also add a decorative touch to its mounted area.
  • the single suction cup is also intended to serve as a handle to the user by either clutching or holding the suction cup in-between the fingers in a scissors-like position.
  • the term universal applies to the versatility of the combined components of the apparatus.
  • the decorative wall intended to vary in display is considered universal.
  • the single suction cup which is for mounting the scrub brush will also serve as a handle to the user and is also considered universal.
  • the two-part scrub brush which is intended for effectively cleaning fingernails of various lengths and may vary in polymers, is also considered universal.

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A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush.

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    • BACKGROUND
  • This application is a continuation in part of application Ser. No. 10887372. Filed Oct. 18, 2004.
  • My present invention relates to a fingernail scrub brush, intended for use by the general public. The existing art tat serve the same purpose as this invention are similar in their basic embodiments. The base-handle of the existing art are composed of a hard material such as plastic or wood and vary in size and form. The overall problem associated with the existing art is that they are quite often unsightly and consequently disregarded when one is washing their hands. One problem associated with use of the existing art is the bristle length, usually protruding half of an inch or longer from its housing surface. The flexibility of the brush block does not provide an effective scrubbing for those with short fingernails. Another problem associated with use of the existing art is that after the scrub brush is used, it is usually placed on a flat surface where it then creates a puddle. This puddle can often facilitate the growth of bacteria.
    • BRIEF SUMMARY
  • The broad purpose of this invention is to provide a more convenient and aesthetic fingernail scrub brush. A furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a brush block for effectively cleaning underneath fingernails of various lengths. Yet a Furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a drip-dry process of the fingernail scrub brush. Yet still a furthermore objective of this invention is to provide a better rinsing process for the user and of the fingernail scrub brush.
    • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
  • FIG. 1 SHOWS A FRONT ELEVATIONAL VIEW OF THE PRESENT INVENTION.
  • FIG. 2 SHOWS A SIDE ELEVATIONAL VIEW THEROF.
  • FIG. 3 SHOWS A BACK PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
  • FIG. 4 SHOWS A FRONT PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
  • FIG. 5 SHOWS AN ALTERNATIVE FRONT PLAN VIEW THEREOF.
    • DETAILED DISCRIPTION
  • The present invention as shown in FIGS. 1-5 is a fingernail crab brush. FIG. 1 shows the decorative wall 10. The decorative wall is intended to vary in shape and is shown as an alternative shape in FIG. 5. The purpose of the decorative wall is to provide variations of aesthetic displays. The decorative wall will also provide a better rinsing process of the fingernails and brush block when placed directly under running water. This is because the running water will create a wider stream throughout the surface of the decorative wall and fingernails. Hence, providing a more comfortable and thorough rinse when manipulating the fingernails onto the scrub brush The decorative wall 10. can also be considered the base along with the housing wall 40. The decorative wall 10. Is relatively thinner than the housing wall 40. This is so the decorative wall may contour when mounted onto various shapes of basins. Graphic-displays onto the decorative wall 10. can be readily applied by one skilled in the art. Furthermore, a treatment of anti-microbial agents to the apparatus can also be readily applied by one skilled in the art. FIG. 1 also shows the two part scrub brush 20. The two-part scrub brush is displayed on opposite parallel sides. This is so the user may scrub on the more suitable side depending on their fingernail length. The longer bristles would be suitable for long fingernails, whereas shorter bristles would more effectively clean underneath fingernails of a short length, due to the lack of flexibility of the bristles. Variations of polymers cm be applied to the scrub brush, for example; a softer blend of polymers can be provided to better suite manicured nails.
  • FIG. 2 shows housing wall 40. intended for securing the brush block, and is also considered part of the base. FIG. 2 also shows a single suction cup 30. having an easy release tab 50. This will allow one to insert a finger through the tab and easily release the apparatus from its mounted area by peeling the suction cup from its edge, rather than pulling it off. The suction cup 30. is intended for mounting the scrub brush onto a sink or shower therefore, allowing the scrub brush to drip dry after use. Along with being conveniently located, this will also add a decorative touch to its mounted area. The single suction cup is also intended to serve as a handle to the user by either clutching or holding the suction cup in-between the fingers in a scissors-like position.
  • In the case of this invention the term universal applies to the versatility of the combined components of the apparatus. The decorative wall, intended to vary in display is considered universal. The single suction cup, which is for mounting the scrub brush will also serve as a handle to the user and is also considered universal. The two-part scrub brush, which is intended for effectively cleaning fingernails of various lengths and may vary in polymers, is also considered universal.

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1. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush comprising a base having a decorative wall, intended for providing various aesthetic shapes and graphic displays, front side of said scrub brush having a two-part brush block intended for effectively cleaning underneath fingernails of various lengths, the backside of said scrub brush having a single suction cup intended for mounting said scrub brush and also serving as a handle to the user, said fingernail scrub brush having an easy release tab.
2. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush according to claim 1, wherein said scrub brush may include treatment of anti-microbial agents.
3. A universal design for a fingernail scrub brush according to claim 1, wherein said brush-block may provide variations of polymers for said scrub brush.
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USD749857S1 (en) * 2014-10-24 2016-02-23 Kikkerland Design, Inc. Whale nailbrush
USD804096S1 (en) 2016-02-19 2017-11-28 Raul Gonzalez Comb
USD854337S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-07-23 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD854338S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-07-23 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD859846S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-09-17 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD861354S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-10-01 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
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US9049973B1 (en) 2013-05-16 2015-06-09 Alain Arrieta Anti-microbial sponge device
USD749857S1 (en) * 2014-10-24 2016-02-23 Kikkerland Design, Inc. Whale nailbrush
USD804096S1 (en) 2016-02-19 2017-11-28 Raul Gonzalez Comb
USD854337S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-07-23 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD854338S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-07-23 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD859846S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-09-17 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD861354S1 (en) * 2017-04-04 2019-10-01 Unicorn Cosmetics Limited Handle for a cosmetic brush
USD913702S1 (en) * 2019-09-16 2021-03-23 Scrub Daddy, Inc. Adjustable strength cleaning stick

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