US3775014A
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Scouring article
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1972-04-14
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Granted: 1973-11-27
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Expires: 1992-04-14
Abstract
Abstract A scouring article with a window provided in its sponge-like surface for placement of an abrasive material. The abrasive material is made to protrude from the window in the sponge-like pad by exerting finger pressure behind the abrasive member. A pocket is also rovided within the pad for holding and emitting soap, detergent, or other cleansing compositions.
Inventors
- 👤 J Rosborne
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 12:08
CPC Classifications
A; A47; A47L; A47L13/00; A47L13/10; A47L13/16; A47L13/17; A47K; A47K7/00; A47K7/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
A scouring article, comprising: a sponge-like body having a mild scouring surface with a window disposed therein, and a finger-engaging surface opposite said window; an abrasive scouring member disposed within said window of the sponge-like body and normally received therein so as to lie immediately below the mild scouring surface when no pressure is brought to bear upon said finger-engaging surface of the sponge-like body, but which will protrude beyond said mild scouring surface when finger pressure is exerted on said finger-engaging surface, whereby a choice of either mild or abrasive scouring can be obtained with said scouring article by means of either supplying or not supplying pressure to said finger-engaging surface.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
A scouring article, comprising: a sponge-like body having a mild scouring surface with a window disposed therein, and a finger-engaging surface opposite said window; an abrasive scouring member disposed within said window of the sponge-like body and normally received therein so as to lie immediately below the mild scouring surface when no pressure is brought to bear upon said finger-engaging surface of the sponge-like body, but which will protrude beyond said mild scouring surface when finger pressure is exerted on said finger-engaging surface, whereby a choice of either mild or abrasive scouring can be obtained with said scouring article by means of either supplying or not supplying pressure to said finger-engaging surface.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
22 words
The scouring arTicle of claim 1, further comprising a pocket disposed in said sponge-like body for receiving and containing a soap-like material.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
23 words
The scouring article of claim 2, wherein said pocket is disposed in said sponge-like body between said abrasive member and said finger-engaging surface.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
27 words
The scouring article of claim 3, further comprising a flap which folds over said pocket for the purpose of closing said pocket with said soap-like material therein.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
The scouring article of claim 4, further comprising means for securing said sponge-like member to one''s hand.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
The scouring article of claim 5, wherein said securing means comprises an elastic strap which fits over the finger portion of said hand.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1976-11-26 | 1977-05-28 | 1977-11-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1980-11-26 | 1981-05-28 | 1981-11-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1984-11-26 | 1985-05-28 | 1985-11-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |