Cleaning implement having insertable member

Abstract

The invention relates to a cleaning implement having a cavity dimensioned to allow selective removal and reinsertion of an insertable pad, such as melamine. The cavity is constructed and arranged to frictionally engage the insertable pad. The cleaning implement may include a two part holding member incorporating both a fluid retention and non-fluid retention element allowing for versatility in cleaning.

Description

REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]In accordance with 37 C.F.R. 1.76, a claim of priority is included in an Application Data Sheet filed concurrently herewith. Accordingly, under 35 U.S.C. §119(e), 120, 121, and / or 365(c) the present invention claims priority, as a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12 / 832,045, entitled “Cleaning Implement Having Insertable Member”, filed on Jul. 7, 2010. The contents of the aforementioned patent application are herein incorporated by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The field of the invention is cleaning implements, more particularly cleaning implements containing both absorbent and insertable elements, and more particularly absorbent cleaning implements having an insertable, renewable insertable element.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]A multitude of cleaning implements exist in the prior art. A wide array of implements exist such a sponges, mops, scrub brushes and pads. They are comprised of absorbent material, coar...

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Benefits of technology

The patent describes a cleaning implement that uses a sponge-based holding member with a cavity for securing a replaceable abrasive pad. This design allows for longer lifespan of the cleaning implement by replacing the abrasive pad which gets worn faster than the holding member. The abrasive pad can also be replaced with other cleaning implements such as soap or disinfectant pads. The cleaning implement can also have a removable abrasive pad that can be easily removed for easy cleaning of the holding member. Additionally, the patent suggests the use of a wearable abrasive pad that can operate as a residual holding member to entrap material and residual worn away from the abrasive pad, and / or as a light abrasive member to enhance the use of the abrasive pad. Overall, the invention provides a more efficient, durable, and effective cleaning implement for heavy job tasks like boats and RV's.

Problems solved by technology

In addition, the abrasive pad may be designed to wear, such as melamine, at a rate that is considerably faster than a conventional sponge.

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