Decorative surface coverings containing embossed-in-register inlaids
US5858160A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 8, 1994 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 8, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB44C1/205
- WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Disclosed are decorative surface coverings of the "inlaid" type having embossed patterns in register with inlaid patterns. Disclosed methods include the steps of: applying in a pattern on a first surface of a foamable layer an agent for modifying the foaming of said foamable layer to produce a foamable layer having a pattern of relatively nonfoamable areas and relatively foamable areas; applying a first collection of particulate resinous material substantially only to said areas containing said foaming modifier or only to said areas not containing said foaming modifier; and foaming said foamable layer in said relatively foamable areas.
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