Splatter shield for toilet
OwnerSandra Brauninventor
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Abstract
Described herein is a splatter shield device for toilets, which is designed to solve the problem of waste splatter and/or overspray by containing and/or channeling waste back into the toilet bowl itself. The device generally comprises a semi-rigid frame defining an inner collection area and a flexible sheeting at least partially covering the inner collection area. The frame margins may comprise folds that are configured to impart a number of advantages, such as ease of installation, improved collection and/or channeling performance, and aesthetic discreetness. The device may also be made of biodegradable and/or flushable materials, greatly simplifying use and cleaning.
Claims20
A urine collection and/or channeling device for installation on a toilet, said toilet comprising a toilet bowl and a toilet seat, said device comprising:
- a semi-rigid frame defining an inner collection area and comprising an upper margin configured to be removably secured to said toilet seat, a lower margin configured to be removably secured to said toilet bowl, and a pair of opposing side margins;
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- a flexible sheeting at least partially covering said inner collection area.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.