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Bathtub safety liner-spray apparatus
Assignee: Lawrence Peska Associates Inc
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Filing: 1976-02-06
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Granted: 1977-03-08
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Expires: 1996-02-06
Abstract
Abstract A bathtub safety liner-spray apparatus that includes padding for comfort and safety and a multiplicity of spray heads that provide a shower effect within the bathtub's cavity.
Inventors
- 👤 Frank W. Jablonski
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 15:09
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61H; A61H33/00; A61H33/60; A61H33/601; A61H33/6021; A61H33/6063; A47; A47K; A47K3/00; A47K3/10
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
91 words
A bathtub safety liner spray apparatus comprising: a. a primary layer; b. a resilient layer bonded to said primary layer; c. a water and soap repellent liner bonded to said resilient layer and having edges of sufficient length to overlap a conventional bathtub; d. a network of tubing within said resilient layer; e. a multiplicity of water jets inserted through said water and soap repellent liner and coupled to said tubing network; and f. a coupling member connector to said tubing network and adapted to cooperate with a conventional bathtub faucet.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
91 words
A bathtub safety liner spray apparatus comprising: a. a primary layer; b. a resilient layer bonded to said primary layer; c. a water and soap repellent liner bonded to said resilient layer and having edges of sufficient length to overlap a conventional bathtub; d. a network of tubing within said resilient layer; e. a multiplicity of water jets inserted through said water and soap repellent liner and coupled to said tubing network; and f. a coupling member connector to said tubing network and adapted to cooperate with a conventional bathtub faucet.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said primary layer is constructed of molded vinyl.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said resilient liner is constructed of foam rubber.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said repellent layer is constructed of soft vinyl.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said soft vinyl is textured.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
20 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said network of tubing is constructed of neoprene.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
A bathtub safety liner and spray apparatus according to claim 1, wherein said repellent layer is colored as a decorative enhancement to bathroom decor.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-03-07 | 1980-09-06 | 1981-03-08 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-03-07 | 1984-09-06 | 1985-03-08 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-03-07 | 1988-09-06 | 1989-03-08 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |