How safe is Looblade for children?
Very much safer than a conventional toilet brush. The whole unit and holder are made from materials that have a thru-structure antimicrobial to International Standards Organisation certification, ISO22196:2011. So it will actually be much safer than the toilet floor surfaces surrounding it. Unless they’ve just been cleaned, then, comparably safe. But floors will quickly build up bacteria again. LooBlade goes on neutralising germs 24/7. Last updated: Fri, Oct 30 2015 4:59 am EDT
Are the antimicrobial and hydrophobic elements just a coating?
No, both of these key properties are designed into LooBlade. They are added to the liquid plastics before manufacture so they are throughout the entire product- blade, handle and holder, and not just coatings. Last updated: Sat, Oct 31 2015 5:50 am EDT
How hygienic are the materials?
The plastics are actually of the standard that food and medical products need to be. We are certifying this to ISO22196:2011, through the world respected German TüV laboratories. Last updated: Sat, Oct 31 2015 5:50 am EDT
How sustainable are the materials?
We’ve worked hard to identify and source the most sustainable materials we can for LooBlade. We have opted for the newest technologies in plastics that are completely recyclable, phthalate and bisphenol-A free, durable and long lasting, and totally safe to use. Last updated: Sat, Oct 31 2015 5:50 am EDT
What about mold build-up or lime that requires scrubbing?
We’ve done a lot of testing on this. Firstly, brushes tend to leave more than you think on a porcelain surface. If you do stain tests on supposedly ‘clean’ brush-cleaned surfaces you’d be shocked. That bacterial film also then proliferates much faster and acts as an adhesive for other nasties. Brushes also permanently carry a ‘charge’ of germs, incubated in the holder. This exacerbates the above effect. Even when you immerse a brush in bleach water for a long time, the nature of the deep crevices within the bristles means that they always retain a significant irremovable ‘starter’ load of bacteria ready to proliferate and be reintroduced to the toilet. Try bleaching a brush and leaving it unused…you’ll see the advancing hordes return! LooBlades elastomer vanes are actually far more effective on matter on a smooth porcelain surface than you might think. The leading ‘prongs’ will get the job done! It’s a tough tool designed for the job. And inherently promotes less build up, as explained above anyway. You might say the LooBlade approach is about taking a disruptive view of the whole culture of toilet cleaning. Because brushes are so awful and ineffective we have a bad regime of cleaning, because it’s nasty and not easy. Stuff should never be able to accumulate! We subconsciously hate the way brushes function so badly. We know that even to bring them from their holder to the toilet is a nasty process. LooBlade changes all that… Last updated: Sat, Oct 31 2015 5:50 am EDT
How does LooBlade compare to disposable head cleaners?
While catering to the distaste that people have for the dirty brush head, cleaners with disposable heads/pads are an expensive option over the long term. In addition, the land-fill created by the discarded heads is an unfortunate by-product of this approach. Last updated: Wed, Oct 7 2015 5:59 am EDT
How does LooBlade compare to water jet cleaners?
Some electronic options for cleaning the toilet have emerged in recent times, but such tools are relatively costly and are challenged when it comes to cleaning under the rim, or clearing blockages. In addition, the requirement to replace batteries, fill-up with water, product life and maintenance must be considered. Last updated: Wed, Oct 7 2015 6:00 am EDT
Is it safe to use the the Looblade with toilet cleaners that contain chlorine bleach or ammonia?
Yes, absolutely safe. LooBlade is inert to household chemicals. Remember never mix bleach and ammonia together as highly toxic chlorine gas is liberated. Last updated: Sat, Oct 10 2015 3:58 am EDT
Why is the handle so big?
We looked carefully at the ergonomics of use. The shape is deliberately iconic, but also highly practical, it allows good control and comfortable use, which a surprising number of conventional brushes do not. And because I’m 6’4” it saves me bending down so much! Last updated: Thu, Oct 22 2015 3:03 pm EDT
What kind of business are you?
We are a husband and wife team, Maggie is my business partner. We develop and realise ideas. We work with a close group of trusted and admired creatives, professionals and manufacturing specialists. We believe in the sustainability of outsourcing to expert and experienced partners. Last updated: Sat, Oct 31 2015 5:50 am EDT
Will I be recorded on the LooBlade website as a Founding Supporter whatever pledge I make?
Yes, absolutely, every backer who kindly makes a pledge at any level during the campaign will be recognised in virtual perpetuity on our website! Last updated: Thu, Oct 22 2015 3:01 pm EDT
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