US3837078A
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Wallpaper trimmer
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-03-09
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Granted: 1974-09-24
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Expires: 1993-03-09
Abstract
Abstract A wallpaper trimmer is disclosed as including a wallpaper slot and a blade holder disposed relative to the slot such that an inserted blade will trim the edge of untrimmed wallpaper thus replacing the presently used hand trimming and straight edge operation.
Inventors
- 👤 A Weppner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-02 06:24
CPC Classifications
B; B44; B44C; B44C7/00; B44C7/02
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
154 words
A wallpaper trimmer construction for trimming an untrimmed edge of wallpaper by use of a cutting edge comprising a substantially planar main body section having opposed upper and lower flanges planar throughout their length defining therebetween a wallpaper slot, means for providing a handle for said construction, a cutting edge holder assembly connected by said handle means to said main body section and having a cutting edge holder for disposing a cutting edge perpendicular to the plane of said slot, all arranged and adapted to trim said untrimmed edge as wallpaper is moved through said slot toward said cutting edge holder, both of said planar flanges being bevelled at the edge thereof nearest said cutting edge holder to form an approximately 45* angle between the plane of said bevel and said main body section in order to provide support for said wallpaper at the point of contact of said wallpaper with said cutting edge.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
154 words
A wallpaper trimmer construction for trimming an untrimmed edge of wallpaper by use of a cutting edge comprising a substantially planar main body section having opposed upper and lower flanges planar throughout their length defining therebetween a wallpaper slot, means for providing a handle for said construction, a cutting edge holder assembly connected by said handle means to said main body section and having a cutting edge holder for disposing a cutting edge perpendicular to the plane of said slot, all arranged and adapted to trim said untrimmed edge as wallpaper is moved through said slot toward said cutting edge holder, both of said planar flanges being bevelled at the edge thereof nearest said cutting edge holder to form an approximately 45* angle between the plane of said bevel and said main body section in order to provide support for said wallpaper at the point of contact of said wallpaper with said cutting edge.
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) | 1977-09-23 | 1978-03-25 | 1978-09-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1981-09-23 | 1982-03-25 | 1982-09-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1985-09-23 | 1986-03-25 | 1986-09-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |