TOOL FOR REPAIRING AND APPLYING TEXTURE TO SURFACES

Abstract

A handheld texturing tool to apply or reapply joint compound in deficient areas of a larger textured surface so that a new texture can be rendered to the deficient areas without disturbing the larger textured surface.

Claims

1. A handheld texturing tool, comprising: a handle having a bottom surface; a plurality of spaced apart pads protruding from the bottom surface; each pad having a plurality of nubs protruding from an operative surface of the pad; and each nub defining one or more recesses, wherein over ninety percent of the recesses are irregularly shaped.

2. The handheld texturing tool of claim 1, wherein each nub is made of foam.

3. The handheld texturing tool of claim 1, wherein each nub is made of a material that engenders a plasticity of a joint compound in such a way to form stalactites of the joint compound engaging a surface.

4. A method of selectively applying a texture to a repair surface within a textured surface, the method comprising: providing the handheld texturing tool of claim 1; engaging a joint compound with the plurality of nubs; and dabbing the plurality of nubs along the repair surface in such a way to form a plurality of stalactites of the joint compound engaging the repair surface.

5. The method of claim 4, further comprising using a texturing tool to apply to the plurality of stalactites.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0011] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0012] FIG. 3 is a bottom elevation view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;

[0013] FIG. 4 is a section view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, taken along line 4-4 of FIG. 3;

[0014] FIG. 5A is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, illustrating an area of drywall ready for texture;

[0015] FIG. 5B is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, illustrating an application of joint compound 24 to the area of drywall;

[0016] FIG. 5C is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, illustrating the knocking down of the applied joint compound 24 with a texturing tool 26; and

[0017] FIG. 5D is a schematic view of an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, illustrating the area of drywall with new texture applied.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense, but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the invention, since the scope of the invention is best defined by the appended claims.

[0019] Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a handheld texturing tool to apply or reapply joint compound in deficient areas of a larger textured surface so that a new texture can be rendered to the deficient areas without disturbing the larger textured surface.

[0020] Referring now to FIGS. 1 through 5D, the present invention may include a handheld texturing tool 30 to apply texture to surfaces, such as ceilings and walls. The present invention may used to create a texture 28 including but not limited to knockdown effect textures on the surface 16.

[0021] The handheld texturing tool 30 may be designed with a plurality of patterned pads 12 that protrude from a lower surface of the handle 10. Adjacent pads 12 may be spaced apart by irregular distances, as illustrated in FIG. 3. Each pad 12 may have an operative surface 15 from which a plurality of nubs 14 protrude further away from the lower surface of the handle 10. Each nub 14 has one or more adjacent recesses 17 extending toward said lower surface. The plurality of nubs 14 may have irregular shapes and most likely a different shape relative to adjacent nubs 14. The nubs 14 may be made of foam or other materials with the tendency to engage joint compound 24 sufficiently to engender the plasticity of joint compound 24; specifically, for forming stalactites, as illustrated in FIG. 5B.

[0022] The patterned pads 12 allow for direct application of joint compound 24, including but not limited to drywall mud, to the problem area 20 on a surface 16. The surface 16 can be but is not limited to drywall. The handheld texturing tool 10 allows for a convenient process to seal, cover, and texturize a problem area 20 selectively along the surface 16.

[0023] A method of using the present invention may include the following. The handheld texturing tool 30 disclosed above may be provided. A user 22 wanting to repair a deficient or damaged area 20 within a larger textured surface 16 engages joint compound 24 with the plurality of pads 12 and dabs the joint compound 24 along the deficient area 20 until joint compound 24 stalactites form. After the stalactites sufficiently dry the user 22 may apply a texturing tool 26, such as a trowel, in such a way to form new knockdown texture 28.

[0024] The handheld texturing tool 30 provides for a convenient process to seal, cover, and texturize the problem area 20. The present invention allows for a faster and cost-effective handheld process for professionals and homeowners. The present invention may be used for resurfacing inside and outside of structures.

[0025] The present invention may be made using a mold and injecting a liquid foam into the mold. The foam may be allowed to dry and the foam tool is removed for use. In alternate embodiments, the present invention may include a two-part tool, which may be used to interchange the handle size, pad size, or pad shape.

[0026] It should be understood, of course, that the foregoing relates to exemplary embodiments of the invention and that modifications may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the following claims.