Cleaning tool and method of use thereof

Abstract

A tool advantageous for cleaning and sanitizing toilet bowls, urinals, and other surfaces. The cleaning tool comprises an arcuate-shaped handle and a cleaning head, wherein the cleaning head is permanently affixed to the handle, and wherein the handle and the cleaning head is formed from biodegradable material. Said tool is intended for one-time use and subsequent trash disposal.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates generally to cleaning tools, and more specifically to a cleaning tool and method of use thereof for cleaning and sanitizing toilet bowls and urinals. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] In order to prevent the spread of germs and disease, restrooms and bathrooms must be cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis. Health and sanitation concerns require that toilets and urinals be cleaned frequently. This is easily accomplished using a disinfectant, detergent, or cleanser and manual scrubbing. A brush or textured pad, with handle, is the cleaning tool of choice. [0003] Unfortunately, a reused scrubbing tool becomes unsanitary after first use because it repeatedly contacts unsanitary surfaces. Likewise, a reused scrubbing tool can contaminate the next surface it contacts. Furthermore, a reused scrubbing tool is stored wet and dries slowly. This condition of storage fosters the growth of more bacteria and germs. [0004] Existing scrubbing...

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Benefits of technology

[0009] Accordingly, a feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to effectively scrub a toilet bowl or urinal without requiring the user to touch these surfaces.

[0010] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its curved handle to permit a user to easily maneuver the cleaning head within a urinal or toilet bowl and under the rim.

[0011] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its environmentally-friendly biodegradable components.

[0012] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its inexpensive materials thereby providing a cleaning tool that is advantageously suitable for trash disposal and replacement after one-time use. It is not necessary to retain an unsanitary handle.

[0013] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its small, lightweight and slender design, thus facilitating ease of use and packaging of multiple units for retail sale.

[0014] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is the option to use it with any common household sanitizing solution, detergent, or cleanser, or to offer it with a disinfectant impregnated within the cleaning head.

Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, a reused scrubbing tool becomes unsanitary after first use because it repeatedly contacts unsanitary surfaces.

Likewise, a reused scrubbing tool can contaminate the next surface it contacts.

Furthermore, a reused scrubbing tool is stored wet and dries slowly.

This handle becomes contaminated and germ-laden unless it is meticulously sanitized after each use.

The cleaning head refills add to the cost.

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