Smooth flooring transitions
US7559177B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 24, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04F19/061
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A thin decorative thermosetting laminate of postforming quality is glued to a longitudinal carrier to form a floor strip. The laminate has a thermosetting resin as well as hard particles impregnated therein to increase the abrasion resistance of the laminate. The carrier generally has a cross section of a dilatation, transition or a finishing profile, depending on the intended use of the floor strip. The floor strip has a tab portion on a surface that engages a channel on a floor tile or a reducer. The tab portion locks the floor strip into place and prevents movement of the floor tile or the reducer with respect to the floor strip.
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