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US4072397A
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Mirror attachment for shower head
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-08-04
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Granted: 1978-02-07
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Expires: 1996-08-04
Abstract
Abstract A panel has a reflective surface and a back surface. Support means engageable with a shower head holds the panel in a position in which water from the shower head is received against the back surface. Heated water from the shower head, received against the back surface, prevents condensation upon the reflective surface. The panel is movable to a position remote from the stream of water from the shower head for normal bathing activities.
Inventors
- 👤 Thomas H. Ross
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 04:41
CPC Classifications
A; A45; A45D; A45D42/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 16
Claim 1
Independent Claim
126 words
A bathroom mirror device for use in a shower, said device comprising: a. a shower head including, i. a barrel member having a forward end and a rearward end, ii. a conduit communicating with said rearward end for delivering water to said barrel portion; iii. a spray member carried proximate said forward end for emitting water from said barrel member; b. a relatively thin panel having a back surface and a front reflective surface; and c. support means engageable with said shower head for holding said panel in a position in which water from said shower head is received against the back surface of said panel, said panel being thermally responsive to the temperature of said water to prevent condensation of moisture upon said reflective surface.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
126 words
A bathroom mirror device for use in a shower, said device comprising: a. a shower head including, i. a barrel member having a forward end and a rearward end, ii. a conduit communicating with said rearward end for delivering water to said barrel portion; iii. a spray member carried proximate said forward end for emitting water from said barrel member; b. a relatively thin panel having a back surface and a front reflective surface; and c. support means engageable with said shower head for holding said panel in a position in which water from said shower head is received against the back surface of said panel, said panel being thermally responsive to the temperature of said water to prevent condensation of moisture upon said reflective surface.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
54 words
The mirror attachment of claim 1, wherein said support means includes: a. an arm having first and second ends and secured to said panel proximate said first end and extending rearwardly from said panel; and b. attachment means proximate said second end of said arm for affixing said mirror attachment to said shower head.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
The mirror attachment of claim 2, wherein said attachment means comprises a clamp detachably receivable about said shower head.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
17 words
The mirror attachment of claim 2, wherein said arm extends from a longitudinal edge of said panel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
The mirror attachment of claim 2, wherein said arm extends from a lateral edge of said panel.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
18 words
The mirror attachment of claim 2, including a pair of arms extending from opposed edges of said panel.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
33 words
The mirror attachment of claim 2, wherein said attachment means includes: a. a lug projecting from said shower head and secured thereto; and b. fastener means interacting between said lug and said arm.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
18 words
The mirror attachment of claim 7, wherein said lug is carried by a collar encircling said shower head.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
17 words
The mirror attachment of claim 1, wherein said support means is detachably securable with said shower head.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
49 words
The mirror attachment of claim 1, further including pivot means for pivotal movement of said panel between a first position in which water from said shower head is received against the back surface of said panel, and a second position in which said panel is remote from said water.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
29 words
The mirror attachment of claim 10, further including detent means associated with said pivot means for selectively retaining said panel in said first position and in said second position.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
20 words
The mirror attachment of claim 1, further including a water deflecting lip extending rearwardly along each edge of said panel.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
57 words
The mirror attachment of claim 1, further including: a. a back reflective surface carried by said panel and having a magnifying power different than the magnifying power of said front reflective surface; and b. means for operatively reversing said panel relative said support means for selectively exposing either said surface to the water from said shower head.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
18 words
The bathroom mirror attachment of claim 1, wherein said support means are integrally engaged with said shower head.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
39 words
The bathroom mirror device of claim 1, wherein: said support means includes: a. an intermediate coupling member engageable between said barrel member and said conduit; and b. an arm extending from said intermediate coupling member for holding said panel.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1981-02-06 | 1981-08-08 | 1982-02-07 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1985-02-06 | 1985-08-08 | 1986-02-07 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1989-02-06 | 1989-08-08 | 1990-02-07 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |