Brush for cooking

Abstract

Brush (10) for cooking, in particular a baking brush (11), wherein the brush (10) comprises a handle part (20) for gripping the brush (10), characterized in that the handle part (20) is designed to be detachably connectable to an attachment part (30) for applying media.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to a brush for cooking, preferably a pastry brush. State of the art

[0002] Brushes have many uses in the kitchen, for example for greasing, spreading or glazing food.

[0003] With conventional kitchen brushes, the brush head is permanently attached to the handle, making it impossible to replace or adapt the brush head to different needs. This means that different applications - such as spreading butter in a dish, brushing a roast with stock, or spreading egg yolk on pastries - require separate brushes with different strengths and properties. The lack of flexibility in choosing bristle material, shape, or length significantly limits versatility and efficiency in the kitchen. In addition, cleaning and replacing the brush head when it becomes worn or heavily soiled is difficult, as the entire brush has to be replaced. Ecological aspects are also often neglected with conventional brushes, as they are usually made of unsustainable materials and have to be disposed of completely when worn or broken. Description of the invention: task, solution, advantages

[0004] The invention aims to provide a kitchen brush whose brush head can be easily exchanged depending on the application in order to meet different requirements when applying media.

[0005] The present invention relates to a brush for cooking, in particular a pastry brush, wherein the brush comprises a handle part for gripping the brush, wherein the handle part is designed to be detachably connectable to an attachment part for applying media.

[0006] A brush of this type is particularly useful for applying liquid or pasty media, such as oil, butter, glazes, sauces, or egg, to the surfaces of food, baked goods, or other objects. Conventional brushes typically consist of a one-piece handle to which a bristle or silicone attachment is permanently attached. However, with frequent use, especially in the kitchen, the problem arises that the attachment part that comes into contact with the medium requires intensive cleaning, while the handle part usually remains unaffected or only slightly soiled.

[0007] The present invention achieves this objective by detachably connecting the handle of the brush to an attachment for applying media. The attachment is intended for applying media and preferably comprises application elements, such as hair, bristles, silicone lamellae, or other suitable structures that receive the medium and transfer it to the desired surface. The application elements can be made of silicone, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), nylon, polyamide, or natural bristles, e.g., pig, horse, goat, or badger hair. Furthermore, they can also be made of plant materials such as tampico (agave fiber). The bristle material can be selected depending on the desired application and medium. Silicone bristles, for example, offer high flexibility and are particularly easy to clean, while nylon bristles exhibit good dimensional stability and abrasion resistance.Natural bristles may be preferred for applications where particularly gentle treatment of the surface is desired.

[0008] The detachable connection between the handle and attachment allows the attachment to be easily separated from the handle after use. This makes cleaning the attachment much easier, as it can be treated, rinsed, or even cleaned in a dishwasher separately. The handle remains largely clean and only needs to be cleaned when necessary. The detachable connection is designed so that the attachment is securely held to the handle during use and cannot be accidentally released, yet can be easily separated without tools when needed.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the brush can comprise at least one attachment for applying media, wherein the attachment is designed to establish a detachable connection with the handle. This allows the user to flexibly use different attachments depending on the application and to easily clean or replace them after use.

[0010] In a further embodiment, the brush can have a plurality of attachments, each comprising application elements. The brush thus represents a system comprising a handle and a plurality of attachments. The handle can be understood as an adapter. For example, it is possible to provide different attachments, each equipped with different application elements. Optionally, it can be provided that the individual attachments are designed for different applications or media. For example, the application elements of the various attachments can differ in terms of their number, length, shape, flexibility and / or material. For example, it is possible for one attachment to have a larger number of application elements, while another attachment is equipped with fewer, but thicker or longer application elements.The length of the applicator elements can also vary, allowing you to use either short, precise elements or longer, more flexible elements depending on the desired application result. For example, one attachment with soft bristles could be used for applying delicate liquids, such as glazes or oils, while another attachment with firmer or wider applicator elements is suitable for thicker or pasty materials, such as butter or dough.

[0011] The attachments can also be interchangeable, allowing the user to select the appropriate attachment and connect it to the handle as needed. The ability to use several different attachments increases the flexibility and versatility of the brush, allowing it to be adapted to different applications in the kitchen or for other uses.

[0012] In another possible embodiment, the detachable connection between the handle and the attachment can be designed as a mechanical connection. For example, the connection can be realized by a locking mechanism, a plug-in connection, a screw connection, a bayonet connection, or a snap connection. Such mechanical connection solutions make it possible to securely connect the attachment to the handle without the use of tools and to detach it again when necessary.

[0013] Preferably, the detachable connection between the handle and the attachment is designed as a positive connection. For example, the handle can be designed so that it can be connected to the attachment via a fit, a tongue-and-groove connection, a bayonet connection, or another positive connection. In such a connection, corresponding contours, projections, or recesses of the handle and the attachment interlock, creating a secure and detachable connection.

[0014] It's conceivable that the positive connection is designed to allow for precise positioning of the attachment on the handle. This ensures that the attachment is always attached to the handle in the desired orientation. Likewise, a positive connection can help prevent the attachment from twisting or slipping during use.

[0015] The use of a positive connection offers the advantage that the attachment can be quickly and easily connected and disconnected from the handle without the need for tools. At the same time, the positive connection ensures reliable fixation during use. Such designs can be particularly advantageous when frequent replacement of attachments is planned or when particularly precise alignment of the attachment is desired.

[0016] In a further possible embodiment, it can be provided that the detachable connection between the handle part and the attachment part is designed as a plug connection.

[0017] For example, the attachment can be designed to have at least one recess, such as a receiving shaft, a sleeve, or a corresponding opening, into which a complementary feature, such as a locking lug, pin, stud, or projection of the attachment can be inserted. Alternatively, the attachment can also have a projection on the handle or a recess. When the handle and attachment are joined together, the projection can snap or be pushed into the recess, thereby ensuring secure fastening. At the same time, the connection remains detachable, so that the attachment can be easily removed or replaced if necessary.

[0018] The use of a plug-in connection offers the advantage of particularly simple and quick handling. The user can quickly replace the attachment as needed or remove it for cleaning without the need for additional tools.

[0019] In another possible embodiment, the handle of the brush can be made of polypropylene or another hard plastic. It is conceivable that the handle is made entirely or at least predominantly of this material. Preferably, the handle can be made of sustainably produced polypropylene.

[0020] In a further possible embodiment, it can be provided that the at least one attachment part comprises a connecting region in which the at least one recess for establishing the detachable connection is preferably arranged. This connecting region can serve to detachably connect the attachment part to the handle part. The connecting region can preferably be made of silicone. As a material for the connecting region, silicone offers various advantages, such as high flexibility, resistance to moisture and temperature, and a pleasant feel. By using silicone, the connecting region can be designed such that it adapts easily to the handle part during connection and at the same time offers a reliable seal against the ingress of liquids.

[0021] The attachment may include a mounting area for attaching the bristles. This mounting area serves to securely fix the bristles or other applicator elements to the attachment and ensure a stable connection during use. The mounting area is preferably made of hard plastic, which provides high dimensional stability.

[0022] They show in a purely schematic representation: Fig. 1 a perspective view of a brush; and Fig. 2 a longitudinal section of a brush.

[0023] In Fig. Figure 1 shows a perspective view of a brush 10, specifically a pastry brush 11. It comprises a handle 20 having two protrusions 21 at one end. These protrude in a pin-like manner. The brush 10 further comprises at least one attachment 30; in this case, for example, it comprises a first attachment 31, a second attachment 32, and a third attachment 33, which differ in the shape and material of the application elements 38, namely the bristles 39. Thus, the application elements of the first application element can preferably be made of silicone, those of the second application element, for example, of natural bristles, and those of the third application element of nylon.

[0024] The attachment elements 30 each have two recesses 37 into which the protrusions 21 of the handle part 20 are inserted to create a detachable connection. In particular, the attachment part 30 has a connecting area 36, ​​which is preferably made of silicone.

[0025] In Fig. Figure 2 shows a longitudinal section of a brush 10 in which an attachment 30 is detachably connected to the handle 20. It can be clearly seen how the elevations 21 engage in corresponding recesses 37. The attachment 30 has a connecting area 36 and a fastening area 35 for the application elements 38, which can be made of a harder material than the connecting area 36. This area serves to secure the application elements 38. List of reference symbols 10 brushes 11 pastry brushes 20 handle part 21 Survey 30 attachment part 31 first essay part 32 second attachment part 33 third essay part 35 Mounting area 36 Connection area 37 Deepening 38 order elements 39 bristles

Claims

[1] Brush (10) for cooking, in particular a baking brush (11), wherein the brush (10) comprises a handle part (20) for gripping the brush (10), characterized by that the handle part (20) is designed to be detachably connectable to an attachment part (30) for applying media. [2] Brush (10) according to claim 1, characterized by , that the brush (10) comprises at least one attachment (30) for applying media, wherein the attachment part (30) is designed to produce a detachable connection with the handle part (20). [3] Brush (10) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the brush (10) comprises several attachment parts (30), each of which comprises application elements (38). [4] Brush (10) according to claim 3, characterized by that the application elements (38) differ in number and / or length and / or shape and / or flexibility and / or material. [5] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the detachable connection is a mechanical connection. [6] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the detachable connection is a positive connection. [7] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the detachable connection is a plug connection. [8] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the handle part (20) is made of polypropylene. [9] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the at least one attachment part (30) comprises a connecting region (36), wherein the connecting region (36) is preferably formed from silicone. [10] Brush (10) according to one of claims 3 to 9, characterized bythat the attachment part (30) comprises a fastening area (35) for fastening the bristles (39), which is preferably formed on hard plastic. [11] Brush (10) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the attachment part (30) has at least one recess (37) and the handle part (20) has at least one elevation (21) for establishing a detachable connection.

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