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Simulated stained and leaded glass windows
Assignee: Stained Glass Overlay Inc
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Filing: 1982-06-10
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Granted: 1984-03-20
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Expires: 2002-06-10
Abstract
Abstract Simulated stained and leaded glass windows which include bonded lead strips onto a pane of glass or plastic, forming design segments, and bonded coatings to the pane coincidental with the design segments simulating colored glass, and to a method for their preparation.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald R. Butler
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 19:59
CPC Classifications
B; B44; B44C; B44C5/00; B44C5/08; B44F; B44F1/00; B44F1/06; B44F1/063
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
133 words
A simulated stained and leaded glass window structure comprising: a. a pane substantially clear glass or plastic having a smooth first side and a smooth second side; b. A plurality of lead strips adhered to the first side of the pane and forming closed design segments thereof; c. a plurality of polyester plastic film segment coatings having on one side, color coatings simulating stained glass and on their undersurfaces, a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating affixed to the second side of the pane coinciding with the closed design segments, thereby imparting color thereto; and d. a plurality of second lead strips adhered to the second side of the pane in coincidental alignment with the lead strips adhered to the first side of the pane, and overlaying the joint lines between adjacent plastic film segment coatings.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
133 words
A simulated stained and leaded glass window structure comprising: a. a pane substantially clear glass or plastic having a smooth first side and a smooth second side; b. A plurality of lead strips adhered to the first side of the pane and forming closed design segments thereof; c. a plurality of polyester plastic film segment coatings having on one side, color coatings simulating stained glass and on their undersurfaces, a pressure-sensitive adhesive coating affixed to the second side of the pane coinciding with the closed design segments, thereby imparting color thereto; and d. a plurality of second lead strips adhered to the second side of the pane in coincidental alignment with the lead strips adhered to the first side of the pane, and overlaying the joint lines between adjacent plastic film segment coatings.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
A structure according to claim 1 further comprising a second film coating interposed between the coatings affixed to the second side of the pane and the second lead strips.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A structure according to claim 1 wherein the adhesive interposed between the pane and the coatings incorporates pigments imparting color to the closed design segments.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
A structure according to claim 1 wherein at least one of the coatings incorporates pigments imparting color to the coating.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
36 words
A structure according to claim 2 wherein the plastic film segment coatings affixed to the second side of the pane are painted with pigments to impart color to the coatings, using a silk screen painting process.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1987-03-20 | 1987-09-19 | 1988-03-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-03-20 | 1991-09-19 | 1992-03-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-03-20 | 1995-09-19 | 1996-03-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |