Pittsburgh – September 18, 2026 -- InventHelp has submitted a patent-pending invention called BOB, designed to restore worn landscape barrels with holes in the bottom to usable condition, eliminating the need to discard the containers.
Device conceals barrel holes to extend container life
The BOB design conceals holes in worn landscape barrels, allowing continued use of the container rather than replacement. The inventor, from Wantagh, N.Y., developed the product after identifying a need for a simple way to restore old barrels to like-new condition.
Target buyers span grounds maintenance and municipal markets
InventHelp markets the device to landscaping companies, golf courses, parks, cemeteries, lawncare businesses, grounds maintenance firms, sanitation companies, municipalities, and homeowners with large properties.
Licensing offer opens door to manufacturers and marketers
The invention was submitted through InventHelp's Long Island sales office and is now available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers under reference Department 25-LJD-587.