Method and apparatus for hanging an object
US9826845B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 7, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 21, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47G1/162
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus and method for hanging objects on a supporting wall includes a bracket with an outwardly extending shelf for supporting engagement with the object. A flange extends upwardly from the bracket and is secured by a fastener to the object. A marking device is removably mounted in an aperture formed in the bracket and has a sharp marking element extending therefrom. After the bracket is attached to the object by the fasteners and the marking element is positioned in the aperture, the object is pressed against the supporting wall at the desired hanging location whereupon the marking element marks the wall at the correct location for installing the hanging hardware. After the hanging hardware is installed at the marked locations, it is subsequently received in the bracket aperture after the marking element is removed therefrom to hang the object on the hanging hardware.
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