A retractable wall mounted storage system is provided through the use of at least one lever and a method for conveying rotational energy in a retractable manner. A plurality of storage compartments, which are in a predetermined retractable configuration. The retractable storage system is capable of opening and closing vertically, whereby simultaneously revealing stored items within. Optionally, depending upon user preference, the retractable storage system is equipped with a plurality of changeable front theme panels that provide an unparalleled option for personalization of this unique and novel configuration.

A retractable wall mounted storage system is provided through the use of at least one lever and a method for conveying rotational energy in a retractable manner. A plurality of storage compartments, which are in a predetermined retractable configuration. The retractable storage system is capable of opening and closing vertically, whereby simultaneously revealing stored items within. Optionally, depending upon user preference, the retractable storage system is equipped with a plurality of changeable front theme panels that provide an unparalleled option for personalization of this unique and novel configuration.

An apparatus which comprises two or more vertical members and a horizontal member attached to or integral with each of the vertical members. Each vertical member comprises (a) a lower arm comprising a support member and an attachment means for fixably attaching the arm to the vertical member; and (b) an upper arm comprising a retaining member, an attachment means for movably attaching the arm to the vertical member, and a vertical movement actuator. The lower arm and the upper arm are perpendicular or nearly perpendicular to the plane defined by the vertical members and the horizontal member, and wherein the lower arm and upper arm on each vertical member are in alignment to support the same container.

An apparatus which comprises two or more vertical members and a horizontal member attached to or integral with each of the vertical members. Each vertical member comprises (a) a lower arm comprising a support member and an attachment means for fixably attaching the arm to the vertical member; and (b) an upper arm comprising a retaining member, an attachment means for movably attaching the arm to the vertical member, and a vertical movement actuator. The lower arm and the upper arm are perpendicular or nearly perpendicular to the plane defined by the vertical members and the horizontal member, and wherein the lower arm and upper arm on each vertical member are in alignment to support the same container.

A mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) for mounting an accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) is provided. The mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) includes a mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with an aperture arranged to receive a fastener for fastening the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) to a surface. A supporting structure is provided between the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) with an elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) substantially surrounding the supporting structure. The elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) is releasably secured to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) having complementary male-and-female mating formations which are arranged to inhibit rotation of the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) relative to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403).

A mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) for mounting an accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) is provided. The mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) includes a mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with an aperture arranged to receive a fastener for fastening the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) to a surface. A supporting structure is provided between the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) with an elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) substantially surrounding the supporting structure. The elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) is releasably secured to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) having complementary male-and-female mating formations which are arranged to inhibit rotation of the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) relative to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403).

A mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) for mounting an accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) is provided. The mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) includes a mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with an aperture arranged to receive a fastener for fastening the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) to a surface. A supporting structure is provided between the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) with an elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) substantially surrounding the supporting structure. The elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) is releasably secured to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) having complementary male-and-female mating formations which are arranged to inhibit rotation of the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) relative to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403).

A mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) for mounting an accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) is provided. The mounting assembly (101, 201, 301, 401) includes a mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with an aperture arranged to receive a fastener for fastening the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) to a surface. A supporting structure is provided between the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the accessory (102, 202, 302, 402) with an elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) substantially surrounding the supporting structure. The elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) is releasably secured to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) with the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403) and the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) having complementary male-and-female mating formations which are arranged to inhibit rotation of the elongate hollow member (107, 207, 307, 407) relative to the mounting bracket (103, 203, 303, 403).

An elastic sleeve method and apparatus for use with a bar of soap to limit the surface area of the soap that is exposed, and reduce the rate of shrinkage of the bar of soap. The sleeve comprises a container of elastic material having a top, bottom, and an elastic opening for insertion of a soap cake. The elastic material has form-fitting dimensions adaptable to the shape of an underlying soap cake. The elastic material also has a plurality of apertures to provide atmospheric communication through the elastic sleeve to an inserted soap cake's surface and a plurality of bristles on the bottom to enhance suds and exfoliation.

Elastomeric holders in the form of toiletry holders, mirrors holders, shower caddies and make-up holders are provided. The holders comprise a body, having a substantially planar rear surface, configured to releasably adhere to a vertical surface without the use of adhesives, and a retainer, for retaining an item and formed at least in part by the body, such that a front surface of the body forms a peripheral edge around the retainer.