US20130061386A1 - Shower Panel, and Pockets and Retaining Sleeves for a Shower Curtain, Liner, Panel and the Like - Google Patents
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- Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to shower curtains and liners and, more particularly, relate to shower panels and storage features in shower curtains, shower curtain liners, and shower panels.
- showers and baths are a common part of everyday life.
- Several items are typically used while taking a shower or bath. Some of these items may be cleaning products, such as body wash or shampoo, whereas others may be more specific to the user, such as razors, rubber duckies, or the like. It is desirable to have these items near at hand during showering and bathing.
- typical showers and baths offer little storage options, often due to limited space, causing users to resort to placing their shower or bath items in nooks and crannies, such as on the ledge of the tub. These items, however, may slip and fall into the bath or shower stall, especially while the shower is running. As such, additional and innovative storage options are beneficial for shower and bath takers.
- showers are located, they are often open on at least one side, enabling access for a user.
- These types of showers typically employ a shower rod for hanging a shower curtain or shower curtain liner, or often both.
- These shower curtains and/or shower curtain liners prevent water from splashing outside the shower and possibly also provide a user with privacy, and may be a decorative element to a bathroom.
- embodiments of the present invention provide additional and innovative storage features, such as pockets and sleeves for shower curtains and shower curtain liners. Additionally, some embodiments of the present invention provide a shower panel with storage features.
- the shower panel may be configured to hang on the shower rod and the position of the shower panel within the shower may be customizable to provide the user storage options that are convenient for each specific user, and multiple shower panels may be used.
- a shower curtain panel for a shower with a plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings.
- the shower curtain panel comprises a panel configured to hang in the shower from at least two and less than five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings.
- the panel has a width less than half the width of the shower, and the panel defines at least two openings configured to engage the shower curtain hooks or rings from which the shower curtain panel is configured to hang. Additionally, in some embodiments, the number of openings of the shower panel is less than the number of shower curtain hooks or rings.
- a pocket feature for a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel comprises a front surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges and a back surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges.
- the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the back surface are attached to the bottom edge and at least a portion of side edges of the front surface so as to form a pocket therebetween.
- the back surface is longer than the front surface such that the top edge of the back surface extends above the top edge of the front surface.
- the pocket feature further comprises an attachment section defining an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion is attached to the top edge of the back surface, and the upper portion is configured to be attached to the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel.
- a sleeve feature for at least one of a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel.
- the sleeve feature defines a top edge and a bottom edge and comprises at least two attachment surfaces.
- Each of the attachment surfaces is attached to at least one of the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel and extends generally from the top edge of the sleeve feature to the bottom edge of the sleeve feature.
- the at least two attachment surfaces are spaced apart to define an unattached portion of the top edge and a corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge so as to define an opening between consecutive attachment surfaces.
- FIG. 1 illustrates a shower with a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, and shower panel hanging from a shower rod, wherein the shower panel is hung in the center of the tub of the shower, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 1A illustrates the shower shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel is hung in the portion of the tub near the shower head, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 1B illustrates the shower shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel is hung in the portion of the tub opposite the shower head, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 1C illustrates the shower shown in FIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel comprises two openings, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the shower panel shown in FIG. 1 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 2A is a perspective view of the shower panel shown in FIG. 1C , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 3 is a detailed perspective view of a pocket feature, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 4 is a detailed rear view of the pocket feature shown in FIG. 3 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 5 is a detailed perspective view of a pocket feature attached to a portion of the shower panel shown in FIG. 2 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 6 is a side view of the pocket feature and shower panel shown in FIG. 5 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 6A is a detailed view of a portion of the pocket feature and shower panel shown in FIG. 6 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 7 is a detailed perspective view of a sleeve feature attached to a portion of the shower panel shown in FIG. 2 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein;
- FIG. 7A is a cross-sectioned view of the sleeve feature in FIG. 7 taken along line 7 A, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein.
- showers and baths can be found in most homes and are a part of everyday life. Many showers are relatively open on at least one side to allow a user access to the shower area. To enclose this access area for water containment, aesthetics, privacy, and otherwise, shower curtains and/or shower liners are used. For example, with reference to FIG. 1 , a shower curtain 14 and a shower curtain liner 16 hang over an access opening for a shower 10 .
- the shower curtain 14 and shower curtain liner 16 hang from a shower curtain rod 11 which extends across an upper portion of the access opening, such as from a wall 22 near the shower head 13 to an opposite wall (not shown) near the end of the shower 10 .
- a shower rod is shown in FIG. 1 , any type of rod or hanging apparatus may be used with some embodiments of the present invention.
- rings 12 a - 12 h hang from (or are attached to) the rod 11 .
- the shower curtain 14 and shower curtain liner 16 may comprise openings (e.g., 17 a - 17 h ) that correspond to the rings 12 a - 12 h of the rod 11 .
- the openings (e.g., 17 a - 17 h ) of shower curtain 14 and shower curtain liner 16 are engaged by the rings 12 a - 12 h so that the shower curtain 14 and shower curtain liner 16 hang from the rod 11 .
- hooks may be used to hang a shower curtain and/or shower liner.
- the openings of the shower curtain 12 and/or shower curtain liner 16 may each comprise at least one grommet for additional support for hanging purposes.
- the depicted embodiment of the rod 11 comprises rings 12 a - 12 h and the depicted embodiment of the shower curtain 14 and shower curtain liner 16 comprise openings for the rings
- embodiments of the present invention may be utilized with a hookless shower curtain and/or shower curtain liner.
- the shower curtain and/or shower curtain liner may comprise holes that are configured to receive the shower rod directly.
- the shower 10 of FIG. 1 comprises a bath or tub 18 .
- the tub 18 has a length (T L ) that corresponds to the portion of the tub 18 within which a user may position themselves for cleaning purposes, or otherwise.
- the length (T L ) of the tub 18 is approximately equivalent to the length of the shower, such as shown in FIG.
- a user may step into the tub 18 and turn on the water to begin taking a shower. If not contained, this water may hit the user and splash out of the tub 18 .
- a shower curtain 14 and/or shower curtain liner 16 is used to prevent the water from splashing out of the tub 18 during use of the shower 10 , or bathing in tub 18 .
- the shower curtain liner 16 has a width (L W ) that corresponds closely to the tub length (T L ). In various embodiments, the width (L W ) of the shower curtain liner 16 may be longer, shorter, or equal to the tub length (T L ). Additionally or alternatively, the shower curtain liner 16 may have a width (L W ) that is sufficient for containing water within the tub. Additionally, as shown in FIG. 1 , the shower curtain liner 16 may be positioned inside the tub 18 to further prevent water from running down the shower curtain liner 16 to the outside of the tub 18 .
- the shower curtain 14 may be positioned outside the tube 18 when a shower curtain liner 16 is used. Though the depicted embodiment of the shower 10 comprises a tub 18 , embodiments of the present invention may be utilized in any type of shower or washing area (e.g., a stand-up shower).
- shower and bath takers often use cleaning products, such as body wash or shampoo, to aid them in cleaning. Additionally, other items may also be used in showers or baths, such as razors, rubber duckies, or the like. Typical showers and baths offer little storage options, causing users to resort to nooks and crannies, such as the ledge 19 of a tub 18 . Such items stored on the ledge often slip and fall, especially while the water is running in the shower. Moreover, the ledge 19 may not be large enough to hold all the desired shower items. As such, embodiments of the present invention provide additional and innovative storage options for a shower. For example, some embodiments provide storage features (such a pockets and/or sleeves) on a shower panel. The shower panel may be customizably positioned to provide convenient access to the storage features (e.g., in the left, right, center of the tub, outside the tub, etc.).
- FIG. 1 illustrates an example shower panel 30 .
- the shower panel 30 may be hung in the shower 10 with the shower curtain 14 and/or shower curtain liner 16 .
- the shower panel 30 may be configured to hang from at least two of the plurality of rings 12 a - 12 h that are engaged with the shower rod 11 (hooks or other hanging apparatus) (shown in FIG. 1C ).
- the shower panel 30 may comprise at least two openings configured to engage the at least two rings 12 a - 12 h to cause the shower panel 30 to hang from the shower curtain rod 11 .
- the shower panel 30 comprises three openings 32 a - 32 c that are engaged with rings 12 d - 12 f , respectively.
- the openings of the shower panel 30 may each comprise a grommet for additional support for hanging the shower panel 30 .
- the depicted embodiment of the shower panel 30 comprises openings for the hooks and rings of the shower rod 11
- embodiments of the present invention may be utilized with a hookless shower panel.
- the shower panel may comprise holes (e.g., slits, openings, etc.) that are configured to receive the shower rod directly.
- the shower panel 30 may be smaller in width than the shower curtain 14 , shower curtain liner 16 , length of the tub (T L ), and/or width of the shower.
- the shower panel 30 may have a width (P W ) that is less than half the width of the shower (e.g., the length of the tub (T L )).
- the number of openings for the shower panel 30 may be less than the number of hooks or rings of the shower curtain rod 11 .
- the shower panel 30 may be configured to hang from less than four or five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings.
- the shower panel 30 comprises a width (P W ) that is smaller than the length (T L ) of the tub 18 and the width (L W ) of the shower curtain liner 16 . Additionally, with reference to FIG. 2 , in some embodiments, the length (P L ) of the shower panel 30 may be at least twice the width (P W ) of the shower panel 30 .
- the shower panel 30 shown in FIG. 1 is configured to cover only a portion of the tub 18 and/or shower 10 .
- the depicted shower panel 30 hangs in roughly the middle of the tub 18 .
- the shower panel 30 may hang in other positions within the shower 10 .
- the shower panel 30 may hang near the shower head 13 , such as may be useful and/or convenient for shower takers that stand close to the shower head 13 and/or want their shower items at that end of the shower.
- FIG. 1A the shower panel 30 may hang near the shower head 13 , such as may be useful and/or convenient for shower takers that stand close to the shower head 13 and/or want their shower items at that end of the shower.
- the openings 32 a - 32 c of the shower panel 30 are engaged with rings 12 f - 12 h , respectively.
- the shower panel 30 may hang away from the shower head and/or near a wall (not shown) opposite the shower head 13 , such as may be useful and/or convenient for shower takers that stand far away from the shower head 13 and/or want their shower/bath items away from the shower head.
- the openings 32 a - 32 c of the shower panel 30 are engaged with rings 12 a - 12 c , respectively.
- the shower panel 30 provides openings that may be engaged with any of the hooks or rings of a shower curtain rod.
- embodiments of the present invention may provide a shower panel 30 that can be hung in a customizable location within the shower to provide storage options.
- FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of the shower panel 30 .
- the shower panel 30 comprises a top edge 36 and a bottom edge 38 .
- the openings 32 a - 32 c described herein may be positioned near the top edge 36 , such that they may engage a plurality of hooks or rings of the shower curtain rod 11 to cause the shower panel 30 to hang in the shower 10 .
- the shower panel 30 may comprise one or more magnets 41 positioned near the bottom edge 38 .
- Each magnet 41 may be configured to attract the tub 18 , such that the shower panel 30 may remain close to the tub 18 (and out of the way of a shower taker). Additionally or alternatively, the weight of the magnet 41 may cause the shower panel 30 to hang straight. In some embodiments, weights without magnetic properties may be used to cause the shower panel 30 to hang straight.
- each magnet 41 is held within a magnet pocket 40 , such as rather than being directly attached to the panel material.
- the shower panel 30 comprises two magnets 41 positioned near opposite side edges of the shower panel 30 near the bottom edge 38 .
- the shower panel 30 may comprise one or more storage features (e.g., pocket features 50 , sleeve feature 90 , etc.) for holding shower (or other) items. Such features may be positioned or attached to any portion of the shower panel 30 . Moreover, any number or combination of storage features may be attached to the shower panel 30 .
- the shower panel 30 comprises two pocket features 50 and one sleeve feature 90 . The sleeve feature 90 is positioned near the center of the shower panel 30 and each pocket feature 50 is positioned above or below the sleeve feature 90 , respectively.
- FIGS. 3 and 5 show a detailed view of a pocket feature 50 .
- the pocket feature 50 may comprise a pocket 55 for storing items, such as shower items.
- the pocket feature 50 comprises a front surface 60 and a back surface 70 .
- the pocket 55 is defined between the front surface 60 and the back surface 70 .
- the front surface 60 may comprise a top edge 62 , bottom edge 64 , and two opposing side edges 66 , 66 ′.
- the back surface 70 may comprise a top edge 72 , bottom edge 74 , and opposing side edges 76 , 76 ′.
- the bottom edge 64 and the side edges 66 , 66 ′ of the front surface 60 are attached by an edging to the bottom edge 74 and at least a portion of the side edges 76 , 76 ′ of the back surface 70 to form pocket 55 therebetween.
- the front surface 60 and/or back surface 70 may comprise a material that allows water to pass through it (e.g., mesh material as depicted).
- the pocket 55 may be configured to store and maintain items while still allowing any water to drain from the pocket 55 .
- the back surface 70 may be longer than the front surface 60 , such that a portion of the back surface 70 may extend to above the front surface 60 .
- the top edge 72 of the back surface 70 extends above the top edge 62 of the front surface 60 .
- a portion (e.g., portion 73 ) of the back surface 70 extends above the top edge 62 of the front surface 60 .
- the portion of the back surface 70 extending above the front surface 60 facilitates attachment of the pocket feature 50 to the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel while still enabling access to the pocket 55 .
- FIG. 5 shows a detailed view of the pocket feature 50 attached to the shower panel 30 .
- the pocket feature 50 may comprise an attachment section 80 configured to facilitate attachment of the pocket feature 50 to a surface (e.g., the shower panel 30 ).
- the attachment section 80 may comprise plastic or vinyl material.
- the pocket feature is shown attached to a shower panel in the depicted embodiment, embodiments of the present invention also provide a pocket feature that may attach to other surfaces, such as a shower curtain or shower curtain liner.
- the top edge 72 of the back surface 70 of the pocket feature 50 may attach to the attachment section 80 . Attachment may occur through any attachment means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.).
- the top edge 72 of the pocket feature 50 may be attached to either or both the lower portions 83 , 83 A of the attachment section 80 , such as between a front surface 84 and a back surface 86 of the attachment section 80 .
- the top edge 72 is shown sandwiched between the front surface 84 and back surface 86 of the attachment section 80 , other embodiments may comprise the top edge 72 attached to either the front surface 84 or the back surface 86 alone.
- the attachment section 80 may comprise only one of either a front surface 84 or a back surface 86 .
- the attachment section 80 may be configured to attach to the shower panel 30 , such as by any attachment means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.).
- an upper portion 82 of the attachment section 80 may attach to the shower panel 30 .
- the pocket feature 50 may be configured to attach to the shower panel 30 at or near the top edge 72 of the back surface 70 .
- the pocket feature 50 may be attached on one edge (e.g., the top edge), allowing a portion (e.g., the bottom edge) of the pocket feature 50 to hand freely from the shower panel 30 , allowing for a user to more easily manipulate the pocket 55 and any items contain therein, such as to grasp the pocket feature 50 on the front surface 60 and back surface 70 .
- the shower panel 30 may comprise a sleeve feature 90 .
- FIG. 7 shows a detailed perspective view of a sleeve feature 90 .
- FIG. 7A shows a cross-sectioned view of the sleeve feature 90 along line 7 A in FIG. 7 .
- the sleeve feature 90 may comprise at least one opening (e.g., sleeve 95 ) for storing items (e.g., toothbrushes, razors, etc.).
- a sleeve feature 90 may comprise more than one opening (e.g., sleeves 95 , 95 ′, etc.).
- the sleeve feature 90 may comprise a top edge 92 , a bottom edge 94 , and at least two attachment surfaces 96 , 96 ′, 96 ′′, 96 ′′′, 96 ′′′′. Each two consecutive attachment surfaces (e.g., 96 ′ and 96′′) may define an opening (e.g., sleeve 95 ). In some embodiments, each attachment surface 96 , 96 ′, 96 ′′, 96 ′′′, 96 ′′′′ may extend generally from the top edge 92 to the bottom edge 94 .
- the attachment surface may attach to the shower panel 30 or other surface (e.g., shower curtain, shower curtain liner, etc.) by various means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.).
- the at least two attachment surfaces may be spaced apart (e.g., 95 W or 95 ′ W ) to define an unattached portion 91 , 91 ′ of the top edge 92 and a corresponding unattached portion 93 , 93 ′ of the bottom edge 94 .
- the unattached portion of the top edge 92 and the corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge 94 may define an opening (e.g., sleeve 95 ).
- the sleeve feature 90 may comprise more than one sleeve 95 , 95 ′, etc. In such embodiments, the sleeve feature 90 may comprise more than two attachment surfaces. In the depicted embodiment, the sleeve feature 90 comprises four sleeves. Each sleeve is defined by two consecutive attachment surfaces (e.g., attachment surfaces 96 , 96 ′, 96 ′′, 96 ′′′, 96 ′′′′). For example, sleeve 95 is defined between attachment surfaces 96 ′ and 96 ′′, and sleeve 95 ′ is defined between attachment surfaces 96 ′′ and 96 ′′′.
- each opening e.g., sleeve
- each opening may define a width corresponding to the width of the unattached portion of the top edge and the unattached portion of the bottom edge.
- at least two sleeves may define different widths.
- the width ( 95 w ) of sleeve 95 may be different (e.g., longer) than the width ( 95 ′ W ) of sleeve 95 ′.
- the sleeve feature 90 may provide for sleeves that are configured to fit differently sized objects.
- At least one opening (e.g., sleeve) of sleeve feature 90 may comprise a reinforcement layer of material.
- Such reinforcement layer may provide for additional support, such as may be needed for wear from continuously slipping an item into and out of the sleeve, supporting the weight of the item, and attachment of the sleeve feature to the shower panel, shower curtain, or shower liner.
- Embodiments of the present invention as described herein provide storage options for a shower.
- some embodiments provide a shower panel that is smaller than a shower curtain, shower liner, or shower, allowing for the shower panel to be hung in a customizable location within the shower to provide additional storage options.
- Such storage options may include a pocket feature and/or sleeve feature.
- the pocket feature and/or sleeve feature may be attached to the shower curtain and/or shower liner.
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Storage options for a shower are provided. Storage features, such as pockets and sleeves, provide convenient storage solutions to hold shower and bath items in the limited space of a shower. Additionally, such storage features may be provided on a shower panel that may be configured for hanging in a customizable location within the shower. Such customization allows users to position the shower panel and, thus, the storage features, in a convenient location within the shower that is based on the user's own preferences. These storage features may also be provided on a shower curtain or shower curtain liner.
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- Embodiments of the present invention relate generally to shower curtains and liners and, more particularly, relate to shower panels and storage features in shower curtains, shower curtain liners, and shower panels.
- Showers and baths are a common part of everyday life. Several items are typically used while taking a shower or bath. Some of these items may be cleaning products, such as body wash or shampoo, whereas others may be more specific to the user, such as razors, rubber duckies, or the like. It is desirable to have these items near at hand during showering and bathing. However, typical showers and baths offer little storage options, often due to limited space, causing users to resort to placing their shower or bath items in nooks and crannies, such as on the ledge of the tub. These items, however, may slip and fall into the bath or shower stall, especially while the shower is running. As such, additional and innovative storage options are beneficial for shower and bath takers.
- Wherever showers are located, they are often open on at least one side, enabling access for a user. These types of showers typically employ a shower rod for hanging a shower curtain or shower curtain liner, or often both. These shower curtains and/or shower curtain liners prevent water from splashing outside the shower and possibly also provide a user with privacy, and may be a decorative element to a bathroom.
- As noted above, limited space in showers often causes limited storage options. As such, embodiments of the present invention provide additional and innovative storage features, such as pockets and sleeves for shower curtains and shower curtain liners. Additionally, some embodiments of the present invention provide a shower panel with storage features. The shower panel may be configured to hang on the shower rod and the position of the shower panel within the shower may be customizable to provide the user storage options that are convenient for each specific user, and multiple shower panels may be used.
- In one example embodiment, a shower curtain panel for a shower with a plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings is provided. The shower curtain panel comprises a panel configured to hang in the shower from at least two and less than five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings. The panel has a width less than half the width of the shower, and the panel defines at least two openings configured to engage the shower curtain hooks or rings from which the shower curtain panel is configured to hang. Additionally, in some embodiments, the number of openings of the shower panel is less than the number of shower curtain hooks or rings.
- In another example embodiment, a pocket feature for a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel is provided. The pocket feature comprises a front surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges and a back surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges. The bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the back surface are attached to the bottom edge and at least a portion of side edges of the front surface so as to form a pocket therebetween. Additionally, the back surface is longer than the front surface such that the top edge of the back surface extends above the top edge of the front surface. The pocket feature further comprises an attachment section defining an upper portion and a lower portion. The lower portion is attached to the top edge of the back surface, and the upper portion is configured to be attached to the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel.
- In another example embodiment, a sleeve feature for at least one of a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel is provided. The sleeve feature defines a top edge and a bottom edge and comprises at least two attachment surfaces. Each of the attachment surfaces is attached to at least one of the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel and extends generally from the top edge of the sleeve feature to the bottom edge of the sleeve feature. The at least two attachment surfaces are spaced apart to define an unattached portion of the top edge and a corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge so as to define an opening between consecutive attachment surfaces.
- Having thus described the invention in general terms, reference will now be made to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and wherein:
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FIG. 1 illustrates a shower with a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, and shower panel hanging from a shower rod, wherein the shower panel is hung in the center of the tub of the shower, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 1A illustrates the shower shown inFIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel is hung in the portion of the tub near the shower head, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 1B illustrates the shower shown inFIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel is hung in the portion of the tub opposite the shower head, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 1C illustrates the shower shown inFIG. 1 , wherein the shower panel comprises two openings, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the shower panel shown inFIG. 1 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 2A is a perspective view of the shower panel shown inFIG. 1C , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 3 is a detailed perspective view of a pocket feature, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 4 is a detailed rear view of the pocket feature shown inFIG. 3 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 5 is a detailed perspective view of a pocket feature attached to a portion of the shower panel shown inFIG. 2 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 6 is a side view of the pocket feature and shower panel shown inFIG. 5 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 6A is a detailed view of a portion of the pocket feature and shower panel shown inFIG. 6 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; -
FIG. 7 is a detailed perspective view of a sleeve feature attached to a portion of the shower panel shown inFIG. 2 , in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein; and -
FIG. 7A is a cross-sectioned view of the sleeve feature inFIG. 7 taken alongline 7A, in accordance with some embodiments discussed herein. - The present invention now will be described more fully hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which some, but not all embodiments of the inventions are shown. Indeed, these inventions may be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will satisfy applicable legal requirements. Like numbers refer to like elements throughout.
- Showers and baths can be found in most homes and are a part of everyday life. Many showers are relatively open on at least one side to allow a user access to the shower area. To enclose this access area for water containment, aesthetics, privacy, and otherwise, shower curtains and/or shower liners are used. For example, with reference to
FIG. 1 , ashower curtain 14 and ashower curtain liner 16 hang over an access opening for ashower 10. - The
shower curtain 14 andshower curtain liner 16 hang from ashower curtain rod 11 which extends across an upper portion of the access opening, such as from awall 22 near theshower head 13 to an opposite wall (not shown) near the end of theshower 10. Though a shower rod is shown inFIG. 1 , any type of rod or hanging apparatus may be used with some embodiments of the present invention. In the depicted embodiment, rings 12 a-12 h hang from (or are attached to) therod 11. Theshower curtain 14 andshower curtain liner 16 may comprise openings (e.g., 17 a-17 h) that correspond to the rings 12 a-12 h of therod 11. The openings (e.g., 17 a-17 h) ofshower curtain 14 andshower curtain liner 16 are engaged by the rings 12 a-12 h so that theshower curtain 14 andshower curtain liner 16 hang from therod 11. Additionally or alternatively, hooks may be used to hang a shower curtain and/or shower liner. In some embodiments, the openings of the shower curtain 12 and/orshower curtain liner 16 may each comprise at least one grommet for additional support for hanging purposes. Though the depicted embodiment of therod 11 comprises rings 12 a-12 h and the depicted embodiment of theshower curtain 14 andshower curtain liner 16 comprise openings for the rings, embodiments of the present invention may be utilized with a hookless shower curtain and/or shower curtain liner. For example, the shower curtain and/or shower curtain liner may comprise holes that are configured to receive the shower rod directly. - The
shower 10 ofFIG. 1 comprises a bath ortub 18. Thetub 18 has a length (TL) that corresponds to the portion of thetub 18 within which a user may position themselves for cleaning purposes, or otherwise. In some embodiments, the length (TL) of thetub 18 is approximately equivalent to the length of the shower, such as shown in FIG. A user may step into thetub 18 and turn on the water to begin taking a shower. If not contained, this water may hit the user and splash out of thetub 18. Thus, ashower curtain 14 and/orshower curtain liner 16 is used to prevent the water from splashing out of thetub 18 during use of theshower 10, or bathing intub 18. In such a manner, it is often desirable to use ashower curtain 14 and/orshower curtain liner 16 that spans substantially the entire tub length (TL). In the depicted embodiment, theshower curtain liner 16 has a width (LW) that corresponds closely to the tub length (TL). In various embodiments, the width (LW) of theshower curtain liner 16 may be longer, shorter, or equal to the tub length (TL). Additionally or alternatively, theshower curtain liner 16 may have a width (LW) that is sufficient for containing water within the tub. Additionally, as shown inFIG. 1 , theshower curtain liner 16 may be positioned inside thetub 18 to further prevent water from running down theshower curtain liner 16 to the outside of thetub 18. Theshower curtain 14 may be positioned outside thetube 18 when ashower curtain liner 16 is used. Though the depicted embodiment of theshower 10 comprises atub 18, embodiments of the present invention may be utilized in any type of shower or washing area (e.g., a stand-up shower). - Shower and bath takers often use cleaning products, such as body wash or shampoo, to aid them in cleaning. Additionally, other items may also be used in showers or baths, such as razors, rubber duckies, or the like. Typical showers and baths offer little storage options, causing users to resort to nooks and crannies, such as the
ledge 19 of atub 18. Such items stored on the ledge often slip and fall, especially while the water is running in the shower. Moreover, theledge 19 may not be large enough to hold all the desired shower items. As such, embodiments of the present invention provide additional and innovative storage options for a shower. For example, some embodiments provide storage features (such a pockets and/or sleeves) on a shower panel. The shower panel may be customizably positioned to provide convenient access to the storage features (e.g., in the left, right, center of the tub, outside the tub, etc.). -
FIG. 1 illustrates anexample shower panel 30. Theshower panel 30 may be hung in theshower 10 with theshower curtain 14 and/orshower curtain liner 16. In some embodiments, theshower panel 30 may be configured to hang from at least two of the plurality of rings 12 a-12 h that are engaged with the shower rod 11 (hooks or other hanging apparatus) (shown inFIG. 1C ). As such, theshower panel 30 may comprise at least two openings configured to engage the at least two rings 12 a-12 h to cause theshower panel 30 to hang from theshower curtain rod 11. In the depicted embodiment ofFIG. 1 , theshower panel 30 comprises three openings 32 a-32 c that are engaged withrings 12 d-12 f, respectively. In some embodiments, the openings of theshower panel 30 may each comprise a grommet for additional support for hanging theshower panel 30. Though the depicted embodiment of theshower panel 30 comprises openings for the hooks and rings of theshower rod 11, embodiments of the present invention may be utilized with a hookless shower panel. For example, the shower panel may comprise holes (e.g., slits, openings, etc.) that are configured to receive the shower rod directly. - In some embodiments, the
shower panel 30 may be smaller in width than theshower curtain 14,shower curtain liner 16, length of the tub (TL), and/or width of the shower. For example, in some embodiments, theshower panel 30 may have a width (PW) that is less than half the width of the shower (e.g., the length of the tub (TL)). In some embodiments, the number of openings for theshower panel 30 may be less than the number of hooks or rings of theshower curtain rod 11. For example, in some embodiments, theshower panel 30 may be configured to hang from less than four or five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings. In the depicted embodiment, theshower panel 30 comprises a width (PW) that is smaller than the length (TL) of thetub 18 and the width (LW) of theshower curtain liner 16. Additionally, with reference toFIG. 2 , in some embodiments, the length (PL) of theshower panel 30 may be at least twice the width (PW) of theshower panel 30. - With a width (PW) smaller than the length (TL) of the
tub 18 and only three openings 32 a-32 c for hooks or rings, theshower panel 30 shown inFIG. 1 is configured to cover only a portion of thetub 18 and/orshower 10. For example, the depictedshower panel 30 hangs in roughly the middle of thetub 18. Theshower panel 30 may hang in other positions within theshower 10. For example, with reference toFIG. 1A , theshower panel 30 may hang near theshower head 13, such as may be useful and/or convenient for shower takers that stand close to theshower head 13 and/or want their shower items at that end of the shower. In the depicted embodiment ofFIG. 1A , the openings 32 a-32 c of theshower panel 30 are engaged withrings 12 f-12 h, respectively. Similarly, with reference toFIG. 1B , theshower panel 30 may hang away from the shower head and/or near a wall (not shown) opposite theshower head 13, such as may be useful and/or convenient for shower takers that stand far away from theshower head 13 and/or want their shower/bath items away from the shower head. In the depicted embodiment ofFIG. 1B , the openings 32 a-32 c of theshower panel 30 are engaged with rings 12 a-12 c, respectively. Thus, theshower panel 30 provides openings that may be engaged with any of the hooks or rings of a shower curtain rod. As such, embodiments of the present invention may provide ashower panel 30 that can be hung in a customizable location within the shower to provide storage options. -
FIG. 2 shows a perspective view of theshower panel 30. In the depicted embodiment, theshower panel 30 comprises atop edge 36 and abottom edge 38. The openings 32 a-32 c described herein may be positioned near thetop edge 36, such that they may engage a plurality of hooks or rings of theshower curtain rod 11 to cause theshower panel 30 to hang in theshower 10. - In some embodiments, the
shower panel 30 may comprise one ormore magnets 41 positioned near thebottom edge 38. Eachmagnet 41 may be configured to attract thetub 18, such that theshower panel 30 may remain close to the tub 18 (and out of the way of a shower taker). Additionally or alternatively, the weight of themagnet 41 may cause theshower panel 30 to hang straight. In some embodiments, weights without magnetic properties may be used to cause theshower panel 30 to hang straight. In some embodiments, eachmagnet 41 is held within amagnet pocket 40, such as rather than being directly attached to the panel material. In the depicted embodiment, theshower panel 30 comprises twomagnets 41 positioned near opposite side edges of theshower panel 30 near thebottom edge 38. - In some embodiments, the
shower panel 30 may comprise one or more storage features (e.g., pocket features 50,sleeve feature 90, etc.) for holding shower (or other) items. Such features may be positioned or attached to any portion of theshower panel 30. Moreover, any number or combination of storage features may be attached to theshower panel 30. In the depicted embodiment ofFIG. 2 , theshower panel 30 comprises two pocket features 50 and onesleeve feature 90. Thesleeve feature 90 is positioned near the center of theshower panel 30 and eachpocket feature 50 is positioned above or below thesleeve feature 90, respectively. -
FIGS. 3 and 5 show a detailed view of apocket feature 50. Thepocket feature 50 may comprise apocket 55 for storing items, such as shower items. In the depicted embodiment, thepocket feature 50 comprises afront surface 60 and aback surface 70. Thepocket 55 is defined between thefront surface 60 and theback surface 70. - The
front surface 60 may comprise atop edge 62,bottom edge 64, and two opposing side edges 66, 66′. Theback surface 70 may comprise atop edge 72,bottom edge 74, and opposing side edges 76, 76′. In the depicted embodiment, thebottom edge 64 and the side edges 66, 66′ of thefront surface 60 are attached by an edging to thebottom edge 74 and at least a portion of the side edges 76, 76′ of theback surface 70 to formpocket 55 therebetween. - In some embodiments, the
front surface 60 and/or backsurface 70 may comprise a material that allows water to pass through it (e.g., mesh material as depicted). As such, thepocket 55 may be configured to store and maintain items while still allowing any water to drain from thepocket 55. - In some embodiments, the
back surface 70 may be longer than thefront surface 60, such that a portion of theback surface 70 may extend to above thefront surface 60. In the depicted embodiment, thetop edge 72 of theback surface 70 extends above thetop edge 62 of thefront surface 60. As such, a portion (e.g., portion 73) of theback surface 70 extends above thetop edge 62 of thefront surface 60. In some embodiments, the portion of theback surface 70 extending above thefront surface 60 facilitates attachment of thepocket feature 50 to the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel while still enabling access to thepocket 55. For example,FIG. 5 shows a detailed view of thepocket feature 50 attached to theshower panel 30. - In some embodiments, the
pocket feature 50 may comprise anattachment section 80 configured to facilitate attachment of thepocket feature 50 to a surface (e.g., the shower panel 30). In some embodiments, theattachment section 80 may comprise plastic or vinyl material. Though the pocket feature is shown attached to a shower panel in the depicted embodiment, embodiments of the present invention also provide a pocket feature that may attach to other surfaces, such as a shower curtain or shower curtain liner. In particular, in some embodiments, thetop edge 72 of theback surface 70 of thepocket feature 50 may attach to theattachment section 80. Attachment may occur through any attachment means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.). With reference toFIGS. 6 and 6A , thetop edge 72 of thepocket feature 50 may be attached to either or both thelower portions attachment section 80, such as between afront surface 84 and aback surface 86 of theattachment section 80. Though thetop edge 72 is shown sandwiched between thefront surface 84 and back surface 86 of theattachment section 80, other embodiments may comprise thetop edge 72 attached to either thefront surface 84 or theback surface 86 alone. Likewise, theattachment section 80 may comprise only one of either afront surface 84 or aback surface 86. - In some embodiments, the
attachment section 80 may be configured to attach to theshower panel 30, such as by any attachment means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.). For example, anupper portion 82 of theattachment section 80 may attach to theshower panel 30. As such, in some embodiments, such as shown inFIG. 5 , thepocket feature 50 may be configured to attach to theshower panel 30 at or near thetop edge 72 of theback surface 70. In such a regard, thepocket feature 50 may be attached on one edge (e.g., the top edge), allowing a portion (e.g., the bottom edge) of thepocket feature 50 to hand freely from theshower panel 30, allowing for a user to more easily manipulate thepocket 55 and any items contain therein, such as to grasp thepocket feature 50 on thefront surface 60 and backsurface 70. - Additionally or alternatively, as noted above, with reference to
FIG. 2 , theshower panel 30 may comprise asleeve feature 90.FIG. 7 shows a detailed perspective view of asleeve feature 90.FIG. 7A shows a cross-sectioned view of thesleeve feature 90 alongline 7A inFIG. 7 . Thesleeve feature 90 may comprise at least one opening (e.g., sleeve 95) for storing items (e.g., toothbrushes, razors, etc.). In some embodiments, asleeve feature 90 may comprise more than one opening (e.g.,sleeves - The
sleeve feature 90 may comprise atop edge 92, abottom edge 94, and at least two attachment surfaces 96, 96′, 96″, 96′″, 96″″. Each two consecutive attachment surfaces (e.g., 96′ and 96″) may define an opening (e.g., sleeve 95). In some embodiments, eachattachment surface top edge 92 to thebottom edge 94. Additionally, the attachment surface may attach to theshower panel 30 or other surface (e.g., shower curtain, shower curtain liner, etc.) by various means (e.g., stitching, adhesive, welding, etc.). Moreover, in some embodiments, the at least two attachment surfaces may be spaced apart (e.g., 95 W or 95′W) to define anunattached portion top edge 92 and a correspondingunattached portion bottom edge 94. In some embodiments, the unattached portion of thetop edge 92 and the corresponding unattached portion of thebottom edge 94 may define an opening (e.g., sleeve 95). - In some embodiments, the
sleeve feature 90 may comprise more than onesleeve sleeve feature 90 may comprise more than two attachment surfaces. In the depicted embodiment, thesleeve feature 90 comprises four sleeves. Each sleeve is defined by two consecutive attachment surfaces (e.g., attachment surfaces 96, 96′, 96″, 96′″, 96″″). For example,sleeve 95 is defined between attachment surfaces 96′ and 96″, andsleeve 95′ is defined between attachment surfaces 96″ and 96′″. - In some embodiments, each opening (e.g., sleeve) may define a width corresponding to the width of the unattached portion of the top edge and the unattached portion of the bottom edge. Moreover, in some embodiments, at least two sleeves may define different widths. For example, the width (95 w) of
sleeve 95 may be different (e.g., longer) than the width (95′W) ofsleeve 95′. As such, in some embodiments, thesleeve feature 90 may provide for sleeves that are configured to fit differently sized objects. - In some embodiments, at least one opening (e.g., sleeve) of
sleeve feature 90 may comprise a reinforcement layer of material. Such reinforcement layer may provide for additional support, such as may be needed for wear from continuously slipping an item into and out of the sleeve, supporting the weight of the item, and attachment of the sleeve feature to the shower panel, shower curtain, or shower liner. - Embodiments of the present invention as described herein provide storage options for a shower. For example, some embodiments provide a shower panel that is smaller than a shower curtain, shower liner, or shower, allowing for the shower panel to be hung in a customizable location within the shower to provide additional storage options. Such storage options may include a pocket feature and/or sleeve feature. In other embodiments, the pocket feature and/or sleeve feature may be attached to the shower curtain and/or shower liner.
- Many modifications and other embodiments of the inventions set forth herein will come to mind to one skilled in the art to which these inventions pertain having the benefit of the teachings presented in the foregoing descriptions and the associated drawings. Therefore, it is to be understood that the inventions are not to be limited to the specific embodiments disclosed and that modifications and other embodiments are intended to be included herein. Although specific terms are employed herein, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation.
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1. A shower curtain panel for a shower, wherein the shower comprises a plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, the shower curtain panel comprising:
a panel configured to hang in the shower from at least two and less than five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, wherein the panel has a width less than half the width of the shower, and wherein the panel defines at least two openings configured to engage the shower curtain hooks or rings from which the shower curtain panel is configured to hang.
2. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , wherein the number of openings is less than the number of shower curtain hooks or rings.
3. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , wherein the shower curtain panel comprises at least two grommets that each defines one of the openings.
4. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , wherein the shower curtain panel comprises three openings.
5. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , wherein the shower curtain panel is configured to be hung in conjunction with at least one of a shower curtain or a shower curtain liner.
6. The shower panel according to claim 1 , wherein the length of the panel is at least twice the width of the panel.
7. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , wherein the panel defines a top edge and a bottom edge and further comprises at least one magnet positioned near the bottom edge of the panel.
8. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 further comprising at least one pocket comprising:
a front surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges; and
a back surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges, wherein the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the back surface are attached to the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the front surface so as to form a pocket therebetween, wherein the back surface is longer than the front surface such that the top edge of the back surface extends above the top edge of the front surface, wherein the pocket is attached to the panel at or near the top edge of the rear surface.
9. The shower curtain panel according to claim 8 , further comprising an attachment section defining an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the lower portion is attached to the top edge of the back surface, and wherein the upper portion is attached to the shower curtain panel.
10. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one sleeve feature defining a top edge, a bottom edge, and opposing side edges, the sleeve feature comprising:
at least two attachment surfaces, wherein each of the attachment surfaces is attached to the panel, wherein each attachment surface extends generally from the top edge to the bottom edge, wherein the at least two attachment surfaces are spaced apart to define an unattached portion of the top edge and a corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge so as to define an opening between consecutive attachment surfaces and between the sleeve feature and the panel.
11. The shower curtain panel according to claim 1 , further comprising:
at least one pocket comprising:
a front surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges; and
a back surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges, wherein the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the back surface are attached to the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the front surface so as to form a pocket therebetween, wherein the back surface is longer than the front surface such that a portion near the top edge of the back surface extends above the top edge of the front surface, wherein the pocket is attached to the panel at or near the top edge of the rear surface; and
a sleeve defining a top edge and a bottom edge, the at least one sleeve feature comprising:
at least two attachment surfaces, wherein each of the attachment surfaces is attached to the panel, wherein each attachment surface extends generally from the top edge of the sleeve feature to the bottom edge of the sleeve feature, wherein the at least two attachment surfaces are spaced apart to define an unattached portion of the top edge and a corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge so as to define an opening between consecutive attachment surfaces and between the sleeve feature and the panel.
12. A pocket feature for a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel, the pocket feature comprising:
a front surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges;
a back surface defining a top edge, bottom edge, and opposing side edges, wherein the bottom edge and at least a portion of the side edges of the back surface are attached to the bottom edge and at least a portion of side edges of the front surface so as to form a pocket therebetween, wherein the back surface is longer than the front surface such that the top edge of the back surface extends above the top edge of the front surface; and
an attachment section defining an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the lower portion is attached to the top edge of the back surface, and wherein the upper portion is configured to be attached to the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower panel.
13. The pocket feature according to claim 12 , wherein at least one of the front surface and the back surface comprise a mesh material.
14. The pocket feature according to claim 12 , wherein the attachment section comprises a plastic or vinyl material.
15. The pocket feature according to claim 12 , wherein the attachment section comprises a front surface and a back surface, and wherein the top edge of the back surface attaches between the front surface and back surface of the attachment section.
16. The pocket feature according to claim 12 , wherein the pocket feature is configured to hang from the shower curtain panel, wherein the shower curtain panel is configured for a shower, the shower comprising a plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, the shower curtain panel comprising:
a panel configured to hang in the shower from at least two and less than five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, wherein the panel has a width less than half the width of the shower, and wherein the panel defines at least two openings configured to engage the shower curtain hooks or rings from which the shower curtain panel is configured to hang.
17. A sleeve feature for at least one of a shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel, the sleeve feature defining a top edge and a bottom edge, the sleeve feature comprising:
at least two attachment surfaces, wherein each of the attachment surfaces is attached to at least one of the shower curtain, shower curtain liner, or shower curtain panel, wherein each attachment surface extends generally from the top edge to the bottom edge, wherein the at least two attachment surfaces are spaced apart to define an unattached portion of the top edge and a corresponding unattached portion of the bottom edge so as to define an opening between consecutive attachment surfaces.
18. The sleeve feature according to claim 17 , wherein the sleeve feature comprises more than two attachment surfaces and more than one opening.
19. The sleeve feature according to claim 18 , wherein each opening defines a width corresponding to the width of the unattached portion of the top edge and the bottom edge, wherein at least a first opening has a width different than a width of a second opening.
20. The sleeve feature according to claim 17 , wherein each opening comprises a reinforcement layer of material defined between two consecutive attachment surfaces.
21. The sleeve feature according to claim 17 , wherein the sleeve feature is configured to attach to the shower curtain panel, wherein the shower curtain panel is configured for a shower, the shower comprising a plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, the shower curtain panel comprising:
a panel configured to hang in the shower from at least two and less than five of the plurality of shower curtain hooks or rings, wherein the panel has a width less than half the width of the shower, and wherein the panel defines at least two openings configured to engage the shower curtain hooks or rings from which the shower curtain panel is configured to hang.
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