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Cleaning tool and method of use thereofRelated Patent Categories: Cleaning And Liquid Contact With Solids, Liquid Treating Forms And Mandrels, Using Solid Work Treating AgentsCleaning tool and method of use thereof description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060174914, Cleaning tool and method of use thereof. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates generally to cleaning tools, and more specifically to a cleaning tool and method of use thereof for cleaning and sanitizing toilet bowls and urinals. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] In order to prevent the spread of germs and disease, restrooms and bathrooms must be cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis. Health and sanitation concerns require that toilets and urinals be cleaned frequently. This is easily accomplished using a disinfectant, detergent, or cleanser and manual scrubbing. A brush or textured pad, with handle, is the cleaning tool of choice. [0003] Unfortunately, a reused scrubbing tool becomes unsanitary after first use because it repeatedly contacts unsanitary surfaces. Likewise, a reused scrubbing tool can contaminate the next surface it contacts. Furthermore, a reused scrubbing tool is stored wet and dries slowly. This condition of storage fosters the growth of more bacteria and germs. [0004] Existing scrubbing tools with a one-time use ejectable cleaning head are an acknowledged improvement in the art. However, it is necessary to retain and store the handle. This handle becomes contaminated and germ-laden unless it is meticulously sanitized after each use. The cleaning head refills add to the cost. [0005] Therefore, it is readily apparent that there is a need for a one-time use cleaning tool that is formed from inexpensive disposable materials. Said cleaning tool eliminates having to retain any part that is unsanitary. Furthermore, there is a need for such a trash disposable tool that is formed from biodegradable and environmentally-friendly components. BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0006] Briefly described, in a preferred embodiment, the present invention overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages and meets the recognized need for such a tool by providing a one-time use disposable cleaning tool for scrubbing toilet bowls and urinals. [0007] According to its major aspects and broadly stated, the present invention in its preferred form is a biodegradable cleaning tool comprising a handle and a cleaning head. [0008] More specifically, the cleaning tool of the present invention comprises a curved handle, thereby permitting a user to easily maneuver the cleaning head inside a urinal or toilet bowl and under the rim. The cleaning head is permanently affixed to the handle for one-time use and total trash disposal with the potential to biodegrade. [0009] Accordingly, a feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to effectively scrub a toilet bowl or urinal without requiring the user to touch these surfaces. [0010] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its curved handle to permit a user to easily maneuver the cleaning head within a urinal or toilet bowl and under the rim. [0011] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its environmentally-friendly biodegradable components. [0012] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its inexpensive materials thereby providing a cleaning tool that is advantageously suitable for trash disposal and replacement after one-time use. It is not necessary to retain an unsanitary handle. [0013] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its small, lightweight and slender design, thus facilitating ease of use and packaging of multiple units for retail sale. [0014] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is the option to use it with any common household sanitizing solution, detergent, or cleanser, or to offer it with a disinfectant impregnated within the cleaning head. [0015] These and other features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent to one skilled in the art from the following description and claims when read in light of the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0016] The present invention will be better understood by reading the Detailed Description of the Preferred and Selected Alternate Embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which like reference numerals denote similar structure and refer to like elements throughout, and in which: [0017] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a cleaning tool according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; [0018] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a cleaning head according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; [0019] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a cleaning tool according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and [0020] FIG. 4 is a perspective view of a cleaning tool according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention, showing the cleaning tool in use. Continue reading about Cleaning tool and method of use thereof... 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