A quick folding shower stool

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of bathing tools, and discloses a quick folding bathing stool, which comprises a stool body, a group of handrails is arranged on the top of the stool body in pairs, and a telescopic sleeve is arranged between each group of handrails; four vertical columns of the stool body are hingedly connected with scissors type connecting rods on the left and right sides, the end of the scissors type connecting rod is rotationally connected with a convex column in a mounting groove on the side surface of the vertical column; when external force is applied, the scissors type connecting rod can rotate around the convex column, the four vertical columns are driven to synchronously approach, and the folding of the stool body frame is completed; meanwhile, the telescopic sleeves between the handrails are matched with piston rods; when the stool body is folded, the piston rods are retracted into the telescopic sleeves, the folding is not hindered by the handrails, the annular cap on the piston rod can be separated from the handrails, and the thoroughness of folding is ensured; the non-slip floor mat is hingedly connected and can be folded synchronously with the stool body. The whole folding process does not need complicated operation, the volume is greatly reduced after folding, the storage space in the bathroom is saved, and the stool is convenient to carry and take.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of bathing tools technology, and more specifically, to a quick-folding bath stool. Background Technology

[0002] In daily life, shower stools are a common facility in bathrooms, providing great convenience for people, especially those with mobility impairments, the elderly, or children, when taking a shower.

[0003] However, the design of most common shower stools on the market has many problems that urgently need to be solved, especially in the two key aspects of quick folding and anti-slip: most traditional shower stools are fixed structures, and even those that have folding functions have extremely complicated folding methods, usually requiring multiple steps and operations on multiple parts to complete the folding process. This makes it quite inconvenient for users to operate, wasting a lot of time and energy. Secondly, the bathroom environment is characterized by high humidity, and the floor often has water accumulation. The stool surface also easily becomes wet due to moisture and the user's body. If the stool legs do not have appropriate anti-slip measures, such as using stool legs made of ordinary materials, they will not have enough grip on wet floors. The shower stool is prone to shifting or tipping over during use, seriously threatening the personal safety of users, especially the elderly, pregnant women, children, and people with disabilities. Slipping may lead to serious consequences such as fractures and falls.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides a quick-folding shower stool. Utility Model Content

[0005] The quick-folding shower stool provided in this application adopts the following technical solution: A quick-folding shower stool includes a stool body. The top of the stool body has two sets of armrests, and each set of armrests is fitted with a telescopic sleeve. Piston rods connected to the armrests are inserted into both ends of the telescopic sleeves. The stool body is composed of four uprights, and scissor-type connecting rods are hinged to the left and right sides of each of the four uprights. Two layers of crossbars are welded to the inner sides of the four uprights, and two soft pads are fixed to the surface of the uppermost crossbar with screws. An anti-slip mat is installed under the stool body, and positioning sleeves are fixed to the four corners of the top surface of the anti-slip mat. Multiple positioning sleeves are respectively fitted into the bottom of the four uprights of the stool body.

[0006] The above technical solution meets the requirement for rapid folding of the stool.

[0007] Furthermore, the floor mat is composed of two plastic panels, and one of the plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat has an arc-shaped opening on its side. The two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat are hinged together, and the bottom surface of the two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat is provided with a grid-like anti-slip texture.

[0008] The above technical solutions improve the anti-slip performance of the stool.

[0009] Furthermore, both of the aforementioned pads are formed by connecting strips of rubber end to end, and the two pads are symmetrically arranged about the vertical center line of the crossbar.

[0010] The above technical solution enables the cushion to adapt and deform after the stool body is folded, thus meeting the folding requirements.

[0011] Furthermore, an annular cap is fixed on the piston rod of the telescopic sleeve, and the annular cap is sleeved with the end of the handrail.

[0012] The above technical solution makes the telescopic sleeve detachable, making it easy to completely store and fold the stool.

[0013] Furthermore, each column of the stool body has two mounting slots on its side, and a protruding column that is rotatably connected to the end of the scissor-type connecting rod is fixed in the mounting slot.

[0014] The above technical solution satisfies the requirements for the extension and folding of the scissor linkage.

[0015] Furthermore, several triangular support blocks are arranged around the side of the positioning sleeve, and the positioning sleeve and the anti-slip mat are an integral structure.

[0016] The above technical solution increases the reliability of the positioning sleeve installation and facilitates production.

[0017] Furthermore, the armrest has an L-shaped structure, and the armrest is interference-fitted to the top of the stool's uprights.

[0018] The above technical solutions increase the reliability of handrail installation.

[0019] In summary, this application includes the following beneficial technical effects: The stool's four uprights are hinged to scissor-type connecting rods on both sides. The ends of these rods are rotatably connected to protruding posts in mounting slots on the sides of the uprights. When external force is applied, the scissor-type connecting rods rotate around the protruding posts, causing the four uprights to move closer together, completing the folding of the stool frame. Simultaneously, the telescopic sleeves between the armrests cooperate with piston rods. When the stool folds, the piston rods retract into the telescopic sleeves, preventing the armrests from obstructing the folding process. Furthermore, the ring caps on the piston rods can be separated from the armrests, ensuring a thorough fold. The anti-slip mat is hinged and folds in half simultaneously with the stool. The entire folding process requires no complicated operation, significantly reducing the folded size and saving bathroom storage space. It is also easy to transport and carry, effectively solving the problems of inconvenient folding, space occupation, and poor portability of existing products. The stool features a soft pad made of striped rubber sheets. The rubber material and its structure increase friction with the body, maintaining its anti-slip effect even when wet. The grid-like anti-slip texture on the bottom of the anti-slip mat enhances grip on the ground. The positioning sleeve and triangular support blocks on the sides ensure a stable connection between the stool and the mat, preventing the stool from shifting. The curved opening of the anti-slip mat fits the curved surface of the toilet, and the symmetrical placement of two soft pads on the crossbar creates a gap, allowing the stool to function as a commode chair, achieving "two uses in one stool." Furthermore, both the soft pad and the anti-slip mat can be folded along with the stool without affecting its folding function, improving both safety and practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this application; Figure 2 This is a side view of the stool body in this application; Figure 3 This is a top view of the stool body in this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-slip floor mat structure of this application.

[0021] Explanation of the labels in the diagram: 1. Stool body; 2. Crossbar; 3. Cushion; 4. Armrest; 5. Anti-slip mat; 6. Positioning sleeve; 7. Scissor-type connecting rod; 8. Mounting groove; 9. Telescopic sleeve; 10. Piston rod; 11. Ring cap; 12. Hinge; 13. Arc-shaped opening. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0023] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "top / bottom," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "sleeved / connected," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Example

[0025] This application discloses a quick-folding shower stool; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 4 The stool includes a stool body 1. Each pair of armrests 4 is located at the top of the stool body 1, and a telescopic sleeve 9 is fitted between each pair of armrests 4. Piston rods 10, connected to the armrests 4, are inserted into both ends of the telescopic sleeves 9. The stool body 1 is composed of four uprights, and scissor-type connecting rods 7 are hinged to the left and right sides of each of the four uprights. Two layers of crossbars 2 are welded to the inner sides of the four uprights of the stool body 1, and two soft pads 3 are fixed to the surface of the uppermost crossbar 2 with screws. A [missing information - likely a design element] is installed at the bottom of the stool body 1. The anti-slip mat 5 has positioning sleeves 6 fixed at the four corners of its top surface. Multiple positioning sleeves 6 are respectively connected to the bottom of the four uprights of the stool body 1. Scissor-type connecting rods 7 are hinged on both sides of the four uprights of the stool body 1. The scissor-type connecting rods 7 are the core transmission components for achieving rapid folding. Through the cross rotation of the scissor-type connecting rods 7, the four uprights can be driven to move closer or separate synchronously. With the flexible rotation of the hinge structure, the stool body 1 can be folded and unfolded without disassembly. The folding process is effortless and smooth. Two layers of crossbars 2 are welded to the inner sides of the four uprights of the stool body 1. The two layers of crossbars 2 are fixed to the uprights by welding, which not only enhances the connection strength of the four uprights and improves the overall stability of the stool body 1, but also provides additional support for bearing the weight of the user. Two soft pads 3 are fixed to the surface of the uppermost crossbar 2 with screws. The soft pads 3 are in direct contact with the human body, which can cushion the pressure of sitting posture and improve the comfort of use. At the same time, the screw fixing method makes it easy to remove and replace the soft pads 3 after they wear out. An anti-slip mat 5 is installed under the stool body 1. As the core anti-slip component in contact with the ground, it can increase the friction between the stool body 1 and the ground. Positioning sleeves 6 are fixed to the four corners of the top surface of the anti-slip mat 5. Multiple positioning sleeves 6 are respectively connected to the bottom of the four uprights of the stool body 1. The positioning sleeves 6 precisely fix the stool body 1 and the anti-slip mat 5 through the connection structure, preventing the stool body 1 and the anti-slip mat 5 from sliding relative to each other during use, and ensuring the verticality of the stool body 1 when placed, preventing it from tipping over due to tilting.

[0026] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 4The floor mat is composed of two plastic panels, and one of the plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat 5 has an arc-shaped opening 13 on its side. The two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat 5 are hinged together by a hinge 12. The bottom surface of the two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat 5 is provided with a grid-like anti-slip texture. The anti-slip floor mat 5 is composed of two plastic panels, and the plastic material is both lightweight and has a certain strength, making it suitable for use in the humid environment of the bathroom. The arc-shaped opening 13 on the side of one of the plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat 5, combined with the gap between the two soft pads 3 on the crossbar 2, can precisely fit the curved surface of the toilet, so that the stool 1 can be used as a toilet seat when necessary, realizing "one stool for two uses". The hinge 12 is hinged between the two plastic panels. The hinge 12 structure allows the floor mat to fold in half simultaneously with the folding of the stool 1, avoiding the anti-slip floor mat 5 from being hindered by the fixed shape of the stool 1 when folding. At the same time, the volume of the folded anti-slip floor mat 5 is reduced, making it easy to store as a whole. The two plastic panels of the anti-slip mat 5 have a grid-like anti-slip pattern on the bottom. The grid pattern increases the contact friction with the ground, and the grid structure can quickly wick away water from the ground, preventing the mat from slipping due to water accumulation. It can maintain stable grip even on wet tile or marble floors.

[0027] Please see Figure 1-3 Both soft pads 3 are made of strips of rubber joined end to end, and are symmetrically arranged about the vertical center line of the crossbar 2. The rubber material itself has good elasticity and anti-slip properties, adapting to slight swaying of the user's posture while sitting, and maintaining a certain level of friction even when wet to prevent the user's buttocks from slipping. The strip structure also allows for some deformation space, improving sitting comfort. The symmetrical arrangement of the two soft pads 3 about the vertical center line of the crossbar 2 ensures balanced force distribution and creates a natural gap between them. This gap, in conjunction with the arc-shaped opening 13 of the anti-slip mat 5, avoids the area where the user's buttocks come into contact with the toilet when the stool 1 is used as a commode chair, improving comfort and adaptability in commode scenarios.

[0028] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 A ring cap 11 is fixed on the piston rod 10 of the telescopic sleeve 9, and the ring cap 11 is sleeved with the end of the armrest 4. The ring cap 11 is sleeved to facilitate separation from the armrest 4 so that the stool body 1 can be completely folded. On the other hand, its sleeved engagement with the end of the armrest 4 can enhance the tightness of the connection between the piston rod 10 and the armrest 4, reduce shaking during use, and ensure that the armrest 4 can stably support the user's grip force.

[0029] Please see Figure 2Each upright of the stool body 1 has two mounting slots 8 on its side, and a protruding post is fixed in the mounting slot 8 and rotatably connected to the end of the scissor-type connecting rod 7. The mounting slot 8 provides a precise installation space for the scissor-type connecting rod 7, preventing the scissor-type connecting rod 7 from protruding from the surface of the upright and affecting its use or folding. The protruding post is fixed in the mounting slot 8 and rotatably connected to the end of the scissor-type connecting rod 7. The protruding post serves as a fulcrum for rotation, allowing the scissor-type connecting rod 7 to rotate flexibly around it. This ensures that the scissor-type connecting rod 7 can smoothly complete the cross extension and retraction action when the stool body 1 is folded and unfolded, ensuring the efficiency of the folding process.

[0030] Please see Figure 4 The positioning sleeve 6 has several triangular support blocks arranged around its side. The positioning sleeve 6 and the anti-slip mat 5 are a single integrated structure. The triangular structure provides mechanical stability, and the support blocks enhance the connection strength between the positioning sleeve 6 and the anti-slip mat 5, preventing the positioning sleeve 6 from breaking due to excessive force. Simultaneously, the support blocks disperse the pressure transmitted from the stool body 1 to the mat, reducing localized deformation of the mat. The integrated design of the positioning sleeve 6 and the mat eliminates seams, improves overall structural strength, and prevents moisture from seeping in at the joints, thus preventing component aging and extending service life.

[0031] Please see Figure 1-3 The armrest 4 has an L-shaped structure and is interference-fitted to the top of the upright of the stool body 1. The L-shaped structure of the armrest 4 makes it easy for the user to hold the stool by the horizontal part, while the vertical part is connected to the upright of the stool body 1, forming an ergonomic grip angle. This allows the user to exert force more naturally when sitting down or standing up. The interference fit between the armrest 4 and the top of the upright of the stool body 1 ensures a firm connection without the need for additional fasteners. This not only ensures the stability of the armrest 4 installation but also avoids the risk of scratches caused by exposed screws and other parts, while simplifying the assembly process.

[0032] The implementation principle of this embodiment is as follows: During use, when the stool body 1 is folded, opposing forces are applied to the uprights of the stool body 1. Under the action of the force, the scissor-type connecting rod 7 rotates around the protruding post in the mounting groove 8, and the scissor structure retracts, causing the four uprights to move closer to each other. During this process, the armrest 4 moves with the uprights, causing the piston rod 10 to gradually retract from the telescopic sleeve 9. The annular cap 11 ensures that the piston rod 10 does not completely detach from the telescopic sleeve 9, ensuring that the armrest 4 retracts synchronously. At the same time, the anti-slip mat 5 folds in the same direction as the stool body 1 under the action of the hinge 12, and the positioning sleeve 6 engages with the bottom of the upright, ensuring that the anti-slip mat 5 folds synchronously with the stool body 1, ultimately completing the overall folding. When unfolded, a reverse force is applied, the scissor rod 7 unfolds and drives the column to separate, the piston rod 10 extends from the telescopic sleeve 9, and the anti-slip mat 5 unfolds accordingly. The entire process achieves rapid folding and unfolding through the linkage of various components. When the user sits on the stool 1, the buttocks come into contact with the soft pad 3. The material characteristics and structure of the strip rubber sheet generate a large friction between the soft pad 3 and the buttocks, preventing the buttocks from sliding. The weight of the stool 1 is transmitted to the positioning sleeve 6 through the column. The triangular support block on the side of the positioning sleeve 6 disperses the pressure and enhances the stability of the mat. The grid-like anti-slip texture on the bottom of the anti-slip mat 5 increases the friction with the ground, preventing the anti-slip mat 5 from sliding on the ground, thus achieving overall anti-slip. When it needs to be used as a commode chair, the side of the anti-slip mat 5 with the arc-shaped opening 13 is aligned with the toilet. The arc-shaped opening 13 fits the curved surface of the toilet, allowing the anti-slip mat 5 to be placed stably. The user sits on the cushion 3, and the gap between the two cushions 3 avoids the toilet area, which ensures both the comfort of the sitting posture and stable support for the body. The function of the toilet chair can be transformed by the cooperation between the arc-shaped opening 13 and the gap of the cushion 3.

[0033] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A quick-folding shower stool, comprising a stool body (1), characterized in that: The top of the stool (1) is provided with a set of armrests (4) in pairs, and a telescopic sleeve (9) is installed between each set of armrests (4). Piston rods (10) connected to the armrests (4) are inserted at both ends of the telescopic sleeves (9). The stool (1) is composed of four columns, and scissor rods (7) are hinged to the left and right sides of the four columns of the stool (1). Two layers of crossbars (2) are welded to the inside of the four columns of the stool (1), and two soft pads (3) are fixed to the surface of the uppermost crossbar (2) by screws. An anti-slip mat (5) is installed under the stool (1), and positioning sleeves (6) are fixed to the four corners of the top surface of the anti-slip mat (5). Multiple positioning sleeves (6) are respectively connected to the bottom of the four columns of the stool (1).

2. The quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The floor mat is composed of two plastic panels, and one of the plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat (5) has an arc-shaped opening (13) on its side. The two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat (5) are hinged together with a hinge (12). The bottom surface of the two plastic panels of the anti-slip floor mat (5) is provided with a grid-like anti-slip texture.

3. The quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both of the pads (3) are made of strip rubber sheets joined end to end, and the two pads (3) are symmetrically arranged about the vertical center line of the crossbar (2).

4. A quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The piston rod (10) of the telescopic sleeve (9) is fixed with an annular cap (11), and the annular cap (11) is sleeved with the end of the handrail (4).

5. A quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each column of the stool body (1) has two mounting slots (8) on its side, and a protruding column that is rotatably connected to the end of the scissor rod (7) is fixed in the mounting slot (8).

6. A quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning sleeve (6) has several triangular support blocks arranged around its side, and the positioning sleeve (6) and the anti-slip mat (5) are an integral structure.

7. A quick-folding shower stool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The armrest (4) has an L-shaped structure and is interference-fitted to the top of the column of the stool body (1).

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