The present invention overcomes the problems inherent in the use of a paint can and paintbrush to contain the spread of errant paint from accumulating on the rim, outer portion of the can, and otherwise spreading externally. The device comprises a top member that is designed to fit over the entire t
The present invention overcomes the problems inherent in the use of a paint can and paintbrush to contain the spread of errant paint from accumulating on the rim, outer portion of the can, and otherwise spreading externally. The device comprises a top member that is designed to fit over the entire top of a conventional paint can, and an outer wall extending down the exterior side wall of the can, which includes an internal bead with contoured surface along the bottom circumference thereof forming a secure grip on the can. The outer wall has a curved and angled bottom edge, also slotted relief gaps, both design for fast and easy installation and removal of the device. The device further includes an inner lip shielding the interior side of the paint can rim, and a flat section along the device interior used for scraping off paint.
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1. A one piece device for attaching to a top of a conventional paint can to prevent the accumulation of paint in a lid sealing groove, around a rim, and on an upper outer portion of the paint can, the device comprising: a top member that is designed to sit flush on top of the conventional paint can
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A one piece device for attaching to a top of a conventional paint can to prevent the accumulation of paint in a lid sealing groove, around a rim, and on an upper outer portion of the paint can, the device comprising: a top member that is designed to sit flush on top of the conventional paint can having an inner perimeter and an outer perimeter; an inner lip integrally connected to the inner perimeter of the top member and extending downward at a slope toward a center of the device; a scrape flange section integrally connected to a section of the inner lip and or inner perimeter, sloped downward at an angle toward the center of the device; a smooth edge trim extending around an entire interior edge of the inner lip and scrape flange section; an outer wall perpendicularly and integrally connected to the outer perimeter of the top member extending downward to surround the upper outer portion of the paint can, the outer wall having a tapered edge along its bottom, which is curved and angled; a bead radially shaped, protruding inward from the tapered edge; a fillet which forms a continuous smooth surface at the junction of the bead and outer wall; and slots extending upward from the tapered edge to create gaps in the outer wall. 2. The device of claim 1, wherein the top member is annular shaped and its outer perimeter defines the outer circumference of the device such that the to member protectively covers the entire top of the paint can to prevent the accumulation of errant paint deposits. 3. The device of claim 2, wherein the inner lip shields an entire interior of the paint can rim and provides a surface for removing excess paint off a brush or other implements, while preventing errant paint from accumulating on and in the rim of the can and directing the paint back into the can. 4. The device of claim 1, wherein the scrape flange provides a straight edge angled inward and downward toward the center of the device, well suited for scraping excess paint off a paintbrush or other implements while directing the paint back into the can, and provides a resting place for the brush when not being used. 5. The device of claim 1, wherein the smooth edge trim is a continuous, radially formed edge along the entire interior edge of the inner lip and scrape flange serving as the smooth edge by which the brush or other implement is drawn upward while removing excess paint, the smooth edge trim's function is to minimize the friction of such act to inhibit the device from unseating. 6. The device of claim 3, wherein the outer wall is perpendicularly attached to the top member outer circumference and extends downward to surround the upper outer portion of the paint can and shield the upper outer portion of the can from errant paint deposits accumulating on the areas of the can which are handled during replacement of a paint can lid. 7. The device of claim 1, wherein the tapered edge defines the bottom edge of the outer wall, the tapered edge is curved and angled in such a fashion to incrementally engage the outer most extent of the top of the paint can, affording a gradual and smooth application of the force required during installation or removal of the device. 8. The device of claim 1, wherein the bead is radially formed, protruding inward from an inner circumference of the tapered edge and is shaped to apply a slight interference fit against an outer wall of the paint can such that the device retains a fully seated position when installed and during use, providing a fast and easy means by which the device is secured to the paint can. 9. The device of claim 1, wherein the fillet is integrally attached to the bead on an interior side of the outer wall to create a smooth angled surface enabling the outer wall to gradually flex outward while overcoming the outer most extent of the top of the paint can during removal so as to incrementally distribute the extraction force of the device. 10. The device of claim 1, wherein the slots extend upward from the tapered edge to provide relief gaps in the outer wall and divide the outer wall into discrete segments and enable each of the discrete segments to flex outward incrementally, distributing the force which is applied during installation and removal of the device. 11. The device of claim 9, wherein the fillet is fashioned to distribute the force required to eject the device off of a mold which would be used during the mass manufacturing operations. 12. The device of claim 1, wherein the device is designed to permit full accessibility and functionality of a paint can handle so that the handle is free to traverse without interfering with the device when installed and during use. 13. The device of claim 1, wherein the device is designed for use with a full paint can providing ample clearance to prevent any immersion of the device into the paint, and provide adequate space above the paint to freely scrape excess paint off of a stirrer, brush, or other implements. 14. The devices of claim 6, wherein the top member, inner lip, and outer wall work in conjunction to form a protective shield around the entire rim and outer upper portion of the paint can to prohibit the accumulation of paint thereon. 15. The device of claim 1, wherein the device is constructed of plastic, closed-cell extruded polystyrene foam, or other suitable materials to the application based on their economy and availability commensurate with the disposable nature of the device. 16. The device of claim 1, wherein the device can be made to fit a variety of paint can sizes. 17. The device of claim 1, wherein the device can be used with a variety of products, including paint, stain, primer, varnish, polyurethane, or other categories of products. 18. The device of claim 10, wherein the slots are fashioned to distribute the force required to eject the device off of a mold which would be used during the mass manufacturing operations.
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Leach Albert E. (1924 Ridge Rd. Highland Park IL 60035), Paint can rim cover and lid combination.
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