Patent Application
20190344610
The present invention relates to a painting bucket system. More specifically, the present invention relates to a system for storing used painting supplies in an effective manner.
Painting projects are time consuming endeavors that may require the use of several painting tools to complete. For example, an individual may need to utilize a paint brush, or paint brushes, to paint corners or hard to reach areas. Additionally, an individual may need to utilize a paint roller, or paint rollers, to paint large flat surfaces, such as walls or ceilings. Once an individual has finished painting with a paint brush or a paint roller, that paint brush or paint roller must be washed so that it can be used again. Failing to adequately wash a paint brush or a paint roller will result in that paint brush or paint roller being unusable.
Once paint brushes and paint rollers are washed, they must be placed in a storage area to dry. It is important to make sure that the paint brushes and paint rollers will dry in an appropriate manner, otherwise the paint brushes and paint rollers may not be acceptable for future use. For example, laying paint brushes or paint rollers flat, while they still contain moisture, could result in the bristles or padding becoming hard or rough. This could make the paint brush or paint roller unusable. Furthermore, it is convenient for individuals, especially professionals, to store paint brushes and paint rollers in an organized manner. It can be difficult without dedicated devices and spaces to ensure proper organization and drying.
Therefore, there is a defined need amongst the known solutions for a system that allows for an individual to properly stored washed paint brushes and paint rollers.
In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known types of painting implement storage solutions now present in the prior art, the present invention provides a painting bucket system wherein the same can be utilized for providing convenience for the user when storing painting implements, such as paint brushes and paint rollers.
The present system comprises a first bucket. The first bucket includes a first bucket base. Additionally, the first bucket has at least one first bucket wall that extends upward from the first bucket base. The first bucket wall defines a first bucket opening at a top portion of the first bucket wall opposite of the first bucket base. A first bucket lip is defined around the first bucket opening. A plurality of hooks extends inward from the first bucket lip. The present system further comprises a second bucket. The second bucket includes a second bucket base. A second bucket wall extends upward from the second bucket base. A plurality of rods extends upward from the second bucket base. The plurality of rods is designed to receive a plurality of paint roller pads.
Although the characteristic features of this invention will be particularly pointed out in the claims, the invention itself and manner in which it may be made and used may be better understood after a review of the following description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings wherein like numeral annotations are provided throughout.
Reference is made herein to the attached drawings. Like reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to depict like or similar elements of the painting bucket system. The figures are intended for representative purposes only and should not be considered to be limiting in any respect.
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In the illustrated embodiment, a plurality of hooks 17 extend inward from the first bucket lip 16. The plurality of hooks 17 are configured to allow an item, such as a paintbrush having an aperture disposed through the handle, to hang thereon. In the illustrated embodiment, each hook 17 of the plurality of hooks 17 comprises a pair of wall supports 18. An intermediate support 19 is perpendicularly affixed to both of the pair of wall supports 18 at a proximal end of the intermediate support 19. A hook support 20 is perpendicularly affixed to the intermediate support 19 at a distal end of the intermediate support, opposite of the pair of wall supports 18.
The second bucket 12 comprises a second bucket base 20 with at least one second bucket wall 21 extending upward therefrom. As such, a second bucket cavity 22 is formed. A second bucket opening is defined by the second bucket wall 21 opposite the second bucket base 20, such that access is provided to the second bucket cavity 22 therethrough. A second bucket lip 23 is provided around the second bucket opening. In the illustrated embodiment, the second bucket lip 23 is of an identical diameter to the second bucket base 20. Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the second bucket base 20 is circular, thus defining the second bucket wall 21 as tubular. In alternate embodiments, the second bucket 12 is of any suitable shape, dimension or size.
In the illustrated embodiment, the second bucket 12 comprises a plurality of rods 24. The plurality of rods 24 extend upward from the second bucket base 20 toward the second bucket lip 23, but do not extend above the second bucket wall 21. As such, the first bucket 11 can be placed on the second bucket 12 for storage. The plurality of rods 24, in the illustrated embodiment, are tubular and are each parallel to each other, such that they are configured to receive a paint roller. In one embodiment, as shown, each rod of the plurality of rods 24 is beveled at an end opposite of the second bucket base 20. As such, the risk of damage to the paint rollers being placed on the plurality of rods 24 is reduced.
In the illustrated embodiment, the first bucket 11 comprises a first bucket handle 25 and the second bucket 12 comprises a second bucket handle 26. Each bucket handle 25, 26 is rotatably affixed to the corresponding bucket lip 16, 23, such that rotational movement of the first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 is enabled. Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the first bucket handle 25 comprises a first bucket handle sleeve 27 and the second bucket handle 26 comprises a second bucket handle sleeve 28. As such, the first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 will each be easier and more comfortable to carry.
The first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 may be of any size for a desired purpose. For example, in commercial settings, the first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 would be of a larger size, such that larger paint rollers and larger paint brushes can be stored in the painting bucket system 10. Additionally, in the illustrated embodiment, the first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 are identical in size. As such, the first bucket 11 can be placed on top of the second bucket 12 for storage, such that the first bucket base 13 will rest on the plurality of rods 24 of the second bucket 12. Alternatively, the second bucket 12 could be placed on top of the first bucket 11 for storage, such that the second bucket base 20 can rest on the plurality of hooks 17. The first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 can be made of any durable, washable material. For example, in one embodiment, the first bucket 11 and the second bucket 12 are made of plastic.
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The second bucket 12 is configured to store paint rollers 30. Standard paint rollers 30 comprise a centralized cavity that is dimensioned to receive a paint rolling device. As such, each rod of the plurality of rods 24 can receive a paint roller 30 by extending through the centralized cavity of the paint roller.
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It is therefore submitted that the instant invention has been shown and described in various embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. With respect to the above description then, it is to be realized that the optimum dimensional relationships for the parts of the invention, to include variations in size, materials, shape, form, function and manner of operation, assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilled in the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in the drawings and described in the specification are intended to be encompassed by the present invention.
Therefore, the foregoing is considered as illustrative only of the principles of the invention. Further, since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described, and accordingly, all suitable modifications and equivalents may be resorted to, falling within the scope of the invention.
This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/711,790 filed on Jul. 30, 2018. The above identified patent application is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety to provide continuity of disclosure.
| Number | Date | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62711790 | Jul 2018 | US |
