Vacuum cleaner attachment and method of use thereof

Abstract

A vacuum cleaner attachment, especially suited for a wet / dry vacuum cleaner, having a ridged squeegee, a semi-absorbent pad and sidewalls for efficiently and effectively removing liquid and debris from a cleaning surface. The unique combination and orientation of cleaning elements permit maximum airflow into the cleaning attachment, thereby improving cleaning performance.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates generally to vacuum cleaner attachments, and more specifically to a cleaning attachment especially suited for a wet / dry vacuum cleaner, having a squeegee, a semi-absorbent pad and sidewalls, wherein the unique combination and orientation of cleaning elements permit maximum air flow into the cleaning attachment, thereby improving cleaning performance. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] Various methods are known for cleaning surfaces. The method selected depends on whether it is desired to remove loose debris lying on a surface to be cleaned, in which a vacuum device or a brush and pan are utilized, or whether it is desired to remove water soluble material and / or very fine loose material from the surface. In the latter case, a sponge and / or mop, accompanied by water, is typically utilized. In a typical manual method for removing water soluble material and fine dust, a cleaning head is attached to a handle, which is dipped into a buc...

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Benefits of technology

[0010] Accordingly, a feature and advantage of the present invention is its unique combination and configuration of flexible cleaning elements that allow the vacuum cleaner attachment to conform to varying surfaces.

[0011] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its unique combination and configuration of flexible cleaning elements that permit maximum airflow into the vacuum cleaner attachment, thereby enhancing cleaning performance.

[0012] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to prevent the occurrence of unsightly streaks, runs and / or spots.

[0013] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its ability to effectively and efficiently remove liquid and debris from a cleaning surface, thereby minimizing operator effort and operation time.

[0014] Another feature and advantage of the present invention is its compact size and light weight, wherein the vacuum cleaner attachment is easy to operate.

Problems solved by technology

This conventional method requires substantial physical exertion by the operator to scrub and wring out the cleaning head.

Moreover, dirty solution is repeatedly placed back onto the cleaning surface, resulting in an ineffective cleaning method.

Nevertheless, many of these cleaning attachments are inefficient, messy, and still require a significant amount of operator effort.

Some of these cleaning attachments are relatively efficient when utilized on flat and uniform surfaces that are readily accessible; however, they are relatively ineffective and provide unsatisfactory results when the surface to be cleaned is curved, uneven or is located in a relatively restricted area.

In the car detailing industry, for example, unsightly streaks, runs and / or spots are often the result of incomplete wiping due to uneven and varying surfaces.

Further, incompletely wiped cleaning solution often drips onto adjacent surfaces during the cleaning process.

Various cleaning elements have been added to vacuum attachments in attempting to solve these problems, yet they fall short of their intended purpose.

However, liquid retained on the squeegee blades often drips back onto the cleaned areas or adjacent surfaces when the squeegee blades are lifted from the cleaning surface.

Furthermore, the addition of numerous cleaning elements often inhibits airflow into the vacuum apparatus, thereby decreasing cleaning performance.

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