Patent · US Expired

Universal toilet covering

US7174578B1 · kind B1 · utility

1Cited by
5References
19Claims
0Family size

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 28, 2006
Grant dateFeb 13, 2007
Priority date
Expiry dateFeb 28, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA47K17/00
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

The present invention is a toilet cover that includes a plurality of support members, at least two face panels and at least a pair of hinged covers. Stepped sides are provided for certain applications where walls are not provided on either side of a toilet. A horizontal member having a key-hole shaped to accommodate slide around the toilet bowl and tank may be provided in certain applications. The support members attach to walls behind or on either side of a toilet. The face panels, hinged covers and stepped sides attach to the support members. An upper face panel includes a flushing mechanism or an opening through which a flushing handle extends. Drawers or shelves with doors may be provided for storing toiletries and the like. The toilet cover is formed in the shape of a bench for utilitarian functions.

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