Handle-storable sponge mop

Abstract

A handle-storable sponge mop for use at the end of a broom handle. The handle-storable sponge mop includes a sponge mop body shaped as a truncated square right prism having a leading face and a longest rectangular side which together form a leading beveled cleaning edge. A closed-end cylindrical channel extends partially into the sponge mop body perpendicularly through the square base face. The closed-end cylindrical channel receives and securely holds the handle end of the broom handle when the broom handle is fully inserted into the closed-end cylindrical channel. An open cylindrical channel extends completely through the sponge mop body, and can receive the broom handle such that the broom handle can pass through the open cylindrical channel so that the handle-storable sponge mop can be so stored on the broom handle. In some embodiments, the open cylindrical channel is in substantially perpendicular relationship with the closed-end cylindrical channel.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates generally to mops, and more particularly to sponge mops.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]There is a need for an easier way to clean kitchen and bathroom edges and corners after using a broom, a regular mop, or a steamer mop to clean a floor surface. The dirt left by any mop, i.e., steamer mops, flat mops, string mops, or mopping systems with pad refills, is too much to just leave on the floor. Consequently, it is often necessary to carefully bend over, or get on hands and knees with a wet paper towel, to wipe the dirt by hand that got pushed into the corners after using any of a variety of mops for floor cleaning.[0003]Also, when using a typical mop, it is problematic when one needs to place the mop to allow it to dry. If the mop is stored upside down to prevent the wet mop from touching the floor, the mop is likely to fall over. If the wet mop is allowed to rest on the floor while it dries, an unsanitary condition is created where ...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The invention is a sponge mop that can be stored on a broom handle or standard mop handle when not in use. It can be easily mounted on the end of the handle for use. This allows the mop to be guided into the corners and edges of floors without requiring kneeling or crawling on a damp floor to clean all the dirt pushed into the corners and edges. The mop is lightweight, safe, and no sharp part could cause injury. Additionally, it has no moving parts that could break.

Problems solved by technology

The dirt left by any mop, i.e., steamer mops, flat mops, string mops, or mopping systems with pad refills, is too much to just leave on the floor.

Also, when using a typical mop, it is problematic when one needs to place the mop to allow it to dry.

If the mop is stored upside down to prevent the wet mop from touching the floor, the mop is likely to fall over.

If the wet mop is allowed to rest on the floor while it dries, an unsanitary condition is created where the damp mop can damage the floor and / or promote bacterial growth and mold.

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