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Toy holder for bathtubRelated Patent Categories: Baths, Closets, Sinks, And Spittoons, Tubs, Convenience AccessoriesToy holder for bathtub description/claimsThe Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060168720, Toy holder for bathtub. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] 1. Field of the Invention [0002] The present invention relates to a holder device for a bathtub or shower and, more particularly, to a wall mounted receptacle for holding toys and other bath accessories in a bathtub or shower. [0003] 2. Discussion of the Related Art [0004] In general, children do not enjoy bathing in a bathtub unless they have toys to entertain themselves during an otherwise uncomfortable and annoying process. Often, toddlers and young children like to play with boats, rubber ducks and other floating toys while they soak in the tub and have their hair shampooed. When the tub is drained, the toys usually end up on the floor of the tub. A parent or older child may be next to use the bathtub or shower and find the toys scattered around the tub to be a nuisance. Accordingly, toy receptacles are desirable for gathering toys in a bathtub so that the tub has a neat appearance and is enjoyable for others to use. Receptacles for storing toys in a bathtub are also useful for allowing the toys to dry after a child's bath. [0005] Various toy and accessory holding devices have been proposed in the past. Most of these devices are made to hang or attach to the wall of the bathtub or the plumbing fixtures. Because they are not securely fixed in place, the holders eventually become dislodged and full into the bathtub or onto the bathroom floor. Most people find this to be a nuisance and, for this reason, the holders are not used for long. [0006] There remains a need for a toy and bath accessory holder device which is aesthetically appealing, easy to install and clean, and which remains fixed to the wall surface in a bathtub or shower so that toys and other bath accessories can be conveniently gathered and stored therein without displacing the holder device from its fixed mounted position. OBJECTS AND ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION [0007] Considering the foregoing, it is a primary object of the present invention to provide a device for holding toys and/or bath accessories in a bathtub or shower, and wherein the device is adapted to be fixedly mounted to a wall. [0008] It is a further object of the present invention to provide a toy and bath accessory holder device which is esthetically appealing and easy to clean. [0009] It is a further object of the present invention to provide a toy and bath accessory holder device which is formed of ceramic or other like material for installation with bathroom tile as a permanent fixture in a bathtub or shower. [0010] It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide a toy and bath accessory holding device which is manufactured to match surrounding bathroom wall tile in a bathtub or shower. [0011] It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a toy and bath accessory holder device which is manufactured of plastic or other moldable material and which is adapted to be removably, yet fixedly mounted to a wall surface, such as a tile surface, in a bathtub or shower. [0012] It is still a further object of the present invention to provide a toy and bath accessory holder device which is easy to install by a homeowner without the need for any special skills. [0013] These and other objects and advantages of the present invention are more readily apparent with reference to the following detailed description and accompanying drawings. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION [0014] The present invention is directed to a holder device and includes a base plate with a rear face for mounting to a wall surface in a bathtub or shower and a receptacle on the front of the base, sized and configured for placement of toys and bath accessories therein. Drain holes are provided in the bottom of the receptacle to eliminate water that accumulates in the receptacle, thereby reducing mildew and promoting drying of the articles placed therein. In one embodiment, the holder device is manufactured from ceramic and is installed as a permanent fixture with the surrounding wall tile, similar to a wall mounted soap dish. In another embodiment, the holder device is manufactured from a moldable material, such as a plastic composition, and is installed to an existing wall surface with an adhesive backing. In this embodiment, a bead of caulking may be applied about the edge of the base plate to seal the adhesive from contact with water. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS [0015] For a fuller understanding of the nature of the present invention, reference should be made to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which: [0016] FIG. 1 is a front elevational view of the toy and bath accessory holder device of the present invention, in accordance with a first preferred embodiment thereof; [0017] FIG. 2 is a top plan view of the holder device of FIG. 1; [0018] FIG. 3 is a side elevational view of the holder device of FIG. 1; [0019] FIG. 4 is a side elevational view of the toy and bath accessory holder device in accordance with a second preferred embodiment thereof; [0020] FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing the holder device of FIGS. 1-3 mounted to a wall surface in a bathtub or shower and surrounded by tile; and Continue reading about Toy holder for bathtub... 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