Elastomeric edge molding with integrally extruded decor line
US5678380A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 29, 1996 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/24008
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An elongated elastomeric T-molding formed of a body having opposed decorative outer and inner mounting surfaces defining spaced first and second edges and being adapted for flush mounting to an edge of an article of furniture by means of an integral flange projecting at right angles outwardly of the inner mounting surface of the body is frictionally fitted within an elongated groove within an edge of a planar article of furniture such that the inner mounting surface of the body lies flush with the edge of such planar article of furniture. The body has at least one decor line and preferably laterally spaced parallel decor lines integrally molded within the outer surface of the body and extending longitudinally along the body. The color of the elastomeric material of the decor line or lines contrasts with that of the body and is preferably of different durameter hardness. Preferably, the decor lines project outwardly from the decorative outer surface of the body to function as bumpers to prevent marring of the body decorative outer surface. The integrally molded decor lines, which may be commonly extruded with the body, may be of oval, circular, triangular or other cross-section.
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