US3580192A
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Composite mantle system
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1969-12-11
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Granted: 1971-05-25
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Expires: 1989-12-11
Abstract
Abstract This invention is a composite mantle system for providing a room with a simple shelf mantle which can be added to from time to time to make a more elaborate mantle system and with provision for including a simulated fireplace under the mantle as part of the mantle system. Most parts are compatible with one another and constructed so that installations and additions can be made on a modular ''''do-it-yorself'''' basis, and most of the parts are designed for construction from heavy kraft paper or corrugated paperboard, or plastic materials, or a combination of them, to provide an inexpensive form of the invention. Combinations of parts and connecting brackets provide for additions without having to tear out previous constructions to permit the additions to the system.
Inventors
- 👤 Louis Davidson
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 00:55
CPC Classifications
F; F24; F24B; F24B1/00; F24B1/18; F24B1/191; F24B1/198; A; A47; A47B; A47B96/00; E; E04; E04F; E04F19/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 9
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
The combination comprising a shelf, a functional bracket under the shelf, part of the top of the bracket being formed with an area that bears against the superimposed shelf and the remaining part of the top extending downward and then outwardly of the bearing area and generally parallel to the shelf leaving space between the underside of the shelf and the side edges of the bracket to permit insertion into the space of an edge portion of an ornamental structure that covers and hides the functional bracket, and with which the shelf and bracket are intended to be used, and means for connecting one end of the functional bracket to a wall.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
The combination comprising a shelf, a functional bracket under the shelf, part of the top of the bracket being formed with an area that bears against the superimposed shelf and the remaining part of the top extending downward and then outwardly of the bearing area and generally parallel to the shelf leaving space between the underside of the shelf and the side edges of the bracket to permit insertion into the space of an edge portion of an ornamental structure that covers and hides the functional bracket, and with which the shelf and bracket are intended to be used, and means for connecting one end of the functional bracket to a wall.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
35 words
The combination described in claim 1 characterized by the functional bracket being made of sheet material, part of which is folded back on itself in a generally vertical direction to provide stiffness for the bracket.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
49 words
The combination described in claim 1 characterized by an ornamental structure being a simulated bracket under the shelf and enclosing the functional bracket, the ornamental bracket having edges that are inserted into the space between the shelf and the portion of the bracket that is spaced below the shelf.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
76 words
The combination described in claim 1 characterized by the shelf being a mantle and there being functional brackets spaced from one another lengthwise of the shelf, an anchor extending from at least one of the functional brackets into the shelf for preventing displacement of the shelf with respect to the functional brackets, the ornamental structure being simulated brackets, each of which covers and hides one of the functional brackets, the combination comprising a composite mantle system.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
95 words
The combination described in claim 1 characterized by the shelf being a mantle and being made of corrugated paper board and with smooth paper covering the top surface of the shelf and extending down a vertical face of the mantle, a vertical edge thereof, and there being functional brackets, spaced from one another lengthwise of the shelf, an anchor extending from at least one of the functional brackets into the shelf for preventing displacement of the sheath with respect to the functional brackets, the ornamental structure being a simulated bracket that represents a column capital.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
78 words
The combination described in claim 1 characterized by the shelf being a mantle and there being functional brackets spaced from one another lengthwise of the shelf, an anchor extending from at least one of the functional brackets into the shelf for preventing displacement of the shelf with respect to the functional brackets, simulated supports for the mantle extending from the mantle to the floor of the room and having their upper ends enclosing and hiding the functional brackets.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
21 words
The combination described in claim 6 characterized by the hollow simulated supports for the mantle being pilasters made of sheet material.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
61 words
The combination described in claim 6 characterized by part of the ornamental structure including a simulated fireplace of a size to fit under the mantle and that is located between the simulated supports and that can be inserted into place and removed independently of any removal and replacement of the functional brackets and the simulated structure that holds the functional brackets.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1974-05-24 | 1974-11-23 | 1975-05-25 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1978-05-24 | 1978-11-23 | 1979-05-25 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1982-05-24 | 1982-11-23 | 1983-05-25 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |