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Kit of pre-construction samples for replicating construction products

US8961182B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 13, 2013
Grant dateFeb 24, 2015
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 13, 2033

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG09B25/04
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention is a pre-construction sample that is made of a flexible material and has a product image corresponding to an actual construction product. The pre-construction sample is preferably at least 18 inches in one dimension. The pre-construction sample is preferably produced by a printing process having at least 200 dpi, and more preferably 300 dpi. Kits of pre-construction samples are provided to assist the consumer choosing from among various construction products, such as flooring, decking, countertops, cabinets, windows, shingles, among others.

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