Weatherproof and secure deck post ashtray device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a weatherproof ashtray device having an improved ashtray concealed within a deck post cap. The cap is adapted to be placed on a top end of a deck post and configured to receive the tray or ashtray. The cap has a hinged cover that can be pivotally opened to access the ashtray for use. The ashtray remains secured inside the cap thereby eliminating risk of being knocked off. Further, the cover protects the ashtray from weather elements. The ashtray device enables the deck post to function as normal while offering a place for individuals to discreetly smoke and dispose of their ashes, cigarette butts, and cigar butts. The cap and ashtray are weatherproof to prevent damage due to wind, rain, snow, and other inclement weather.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A deck post ashtray for mounting onto a deck post, the deck post ashtray comprising:
 a deck post cap comprising a hinged cover and a removable tray, wherein said removable tray is beneath said hinged cover;   wherein said deck post cap further comprises a lower rectilinear base for mounting onto the deck post and an upper receiving area for holding said removable tray; and   further wherein said hinged cover comprises a replaceable carbon filter.   
     
     
         2 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said deck post cap is weatherproof and includes a material selected from a group consisting of a vinyl, a plastic and a wood. 
     
     
         3 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said deck post cap is weatherproof and consists of a plastic having a tensile strength in the range from about 40 MPa to about 60 MPa and a specific gravity of between 1.35 and 1.45. 
     
     
         4 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said deck post ashtray is removably positioned on the deck post. 
     
     
         5 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said hinged cover includes a pyramidal upper surface for shedding rain and snow. 
     
     
         6 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said lower rectilinear base comprises a set of four walls defining a cavity for mounting onto the deck post. 
     
     
         7 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 6 , wherein said lower rectilinear base includes a fastener for securing said deck post ashtray to the deck post. 
     
     
         8 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 7 , wherein said fastener includes at least one mechanical fastener. 
     
     
         9 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 7 , wherein said fastener includes an epoxy. 
     
     
         10 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 1 , wherein said removable tray is comprised of a material selected from a group consisting of a glass, a plastic, an injection-molded vinyl and a marble. 
     
     
         11 . A post ashtray for mounting onto a post, the post ashtray comprising:
 a hinged cover;   a removable tray, wherein said removable tray is beneath said hinged cover;   a lower rectilinear base for mounting onto the post and comprising a set of four walls defining a cavity for mounting onto the post;   an upper receiving area for supporting said removable tray;   a plurality of LEDs positioned on the set of four walls; and   a solar panel for powering the plurality of LEDs.   
     
     
         12 . The post ashtray of  claim 11 , wherein said post cap is comprised of a select one of a vinyl, a plastic or a wood. 
     
     
         13 . The post ashtray of  claim 11 , wherein said post cap is weatherproof and comprised of a plastic having a tensile strength in the range of about 40 MPa to about 60 MPa and a specific gravity between 1.35 and 1.45. 
     
     
         14 . The post ashtray of  claim 11 , wherein said post ashtray is removably positioned on the post. 
     
     
         15 . The post ashtray of  claim 11 , wherein said hinged cover comprises a pyramidal upper surface for shedding rain and snow. 
     
     
         16 . The post ashtray of  claim 11 , wherein said hinged cover comprises a replaceable carbon filter. 
     
     
         17 . A post ashtray for mounting onto a post, the post ashtray comprising:
 a cover;   a removable tray positioned beneath said cover;   a lower base for mounting onto the post;   an upper receiving area for supporting said removable tray;   a cavity in the lower base for receiving a portion of the post; and   a fastener for securing said post ashtray to the post.   
     
     
         18 . The post ashtray of  claim 17 , wherein said fastener is selected from a group consisting of a mechanical fastener and an epoxy. 
     
     
         19 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 17  further comprising a plurality of LEDs. 
     
     
         20 . The deck post ashtray of  claim 19  further comprising a solar panel for powering said plurality of LEDs.