U.S. patent application number 12/237626 was filed with the patent office on 2009-03-26 for paint protection method and cover.
Invention is credited to Aletha Brooks.
Application Number | 20090077901 12/237626 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 40470212 |
Filed Date | 2009-03-26 |
United States Patent
Application |
20090077901 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Brooks; Aletha |
March 26, 2009 |
Paint Protection Method and Cover
Abstract
A paint protection method and cover is disclosed. In a
particular embodiment, the method includes providing a cover having
a substrate layer, an overlying absorbent layer, and an integrated
adhesive strip disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the
substrate layer and proximate to at least one edge of the cover.
The method further includes forming at least one paint impermeable
seam between the cover and a surface by adhering the adhesive strip
to the surface.
Inventors: |
Brooks; Aletha; (Orlando,
FL) |
Correspondence
Address: |
McKinney Law, LLC
390 N. Orange Avenue, Suite 2300
Orlando
FL
32801
US
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Family ID: |
40470212 |
Appl. No.: |
12/237626 |
Filed: |
September 25, 2008 |
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Application
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Filing Date |
Patent Number |
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60974857 |
Sep 25, 2007 |
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Current U.S.
Class: |
52/3 ;
52/741.1 |
Current CPC
Class: |
B05B 12/24 20180201;
B05B 12/29 20180201; E04G 21/30 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
52/3 ;
52/741.1 |
International
Class: |
E04G 21/24 20060101
E04G021/24 |
Claims
1. A paint protection cover, the cover comprising: a substrate
layer; an overlying absorbent layer; and an integrated adhesive
strip disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer
and proximate to at least one edge of the cover, wherein the
adhesive strip adapted to adhere to a receiving surface to form at
least one paint impermeable seam between the cover and the
receiving surface.
2. The paint protection cover of claim 1, wherein a shape of the
cover is configured to adhere over a perimeter of a window when the
receiving surface is the window.
3. The paint protection cover of claim 1, wherein a shape of the
cover is configured to adhere over a baseboard when the receiving
surface is the baseboard.
4. The paint protection cover of claim 1, wherein the integrated
strip disposed on the outer perimeter surface of the absorbent
layer is proximate to three edges of the cover; wherein one edge of
the cover absent the integrated strip and adapted to contact an
adhesive strip of an adjacent cover to form a contiguous and larger
cover.
5. The paint protection cover of claim 1, the cover further
comprising: at least one perforation disposed on the cover that
passes through the substrate layer and overlying absorbent layer;
wherein the at least one perforation adapted to separate the cover
into at least a first portion and a second portion.
6. The paint protection cover of claim 1, the cover further
comprising: a pair of perforations disposed equidistantly from a
respective edge on the cover; wherein the pair of perforations pass
through the substrate layer and overlying absorbent layer.
7. The paint protection cover of claim 6, the cover further
comprising: a removable first lateral strip formed between a first
edge of the cover and a first perforation of the pair of
perforations; wherein removing the first lateral strip along the
first perforation reduces a width of the cover.
8. The paint protection cover of claim 7, further comprising: a
removable second lateral strip formed between a second edge of the
cover and a second perforation of the pair of perforations; wherein
removing the second lateral strip along the second perforation
reduces the width of the cover.
9. The paint protection cover of claim 8, the cover further
comprising: a first integrated interior adhesive strip disposed on
an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer and proximate to
the first perforation; wherein the first integrated interior
adhesive strip adapted to adhere to the receiving surface to form
the paint impermeable seam between the cover and the receiving
surface when the first lateral strip is removed.
10. The paint protection cover of claim 8, the cover further
comprising: a second integrated interior adhesive strip disposed on
an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer and proximate to
the second perforation; wherein the second integrated interior
adhesive strip adapted to adhere to the receiving surface to form
the paint impermeable seam between the cover and the receiving
surface when the second lateral strip is removed.
11. A paint protection method, the method comprising: providing a
cover having a substrate layer, an overlying absorbent layer, and
an integrated adhesive strip disposed on an outer perimeter surface
of the absorbent layer and proximate to at least one edge of the
cover; and forming at least one paint impermeable seam between the
cover and a receiving surface by adhering the adhesive strip to the
receiving surface.
12. The paint protection method of claim 11, wherein the cover is
configured to adhere over a window when the receiving surface is
the window.
13. The paint protection method of claim 11, wherein a shape of the
cover is configured to adhere over a baseboard when the receiving
surface is the baseboard.
14. The paint protection method of claim 11, wherein the integrated
strip disposed on the outer perimeter surface of the absorbent
layer is proximate to three edges of the cover; wherein one edge of
the cover absent the integrated strip and adapted to contact an
adhesive strip of an adjacent cover to form a contiguous and larger
cover.
15. The paint protection method of claim 11, the method further
comprising: providing a perforation disposed on the cover that
passes through the substrate layer and overlying absorbent layer;
wherein the at least one perforation adapted to separate the cover
into at least a first portion and a second portion.
16. The paint protection method of claim 11, the method further
comprising: providing a pair of perforations disposed equidistantly
from a respective edge on the cover; wherein the pair of
perforations pass through the substrate layer and overlying
absorbent layer.
17. The paint protection method of claim 16, the method further
comprising: providing a removable first lateral strip formed
between a first edge of the cover and a first perforation of the
pair of perforations; wherein removing the first lateral strip
along the first perforation reduces a width of the cover.
18. The paint protection method of claim 17, the method further
comprising: providing a removable second lateral strip formed
between a second edge of the cover and a second perforation of the
pair of perforations; wherein removing the second lateral strip
along the second perforation reduces the width of the cover.
19. The paint protection method of claim 17, the method further
comprising: providing a first integrated interior adhesive strip
disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer and
proximate to the first perforation; wherein the first integrated
interior adhesive strip adapted to adhere to the receiving surface
to form the paint impermeable seam between the cover and the
receiving surface when the first lateral strip is removed.
20. The paint protection method of claim 19, the method further
comprising: providing a second integrated interior adhesive strip
disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer and
proximate to the second perforation; wherein the second integrated
interior adhesive strip adapted to adhere to the receiving surface
to form the paint impermeable seam between the cover and the
receiving surface when the second lateral strip is removed.
Description
I. CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
[0001] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional
Application No. 60/974,857 filed Sep. 25, 2007. The disclosure of
the provisional application is incorporated herein by
reference.
II. FIELD
[0002] The present disclosure is generally related to a paint
protection method and cover.
III. DESCRIPTION OF RELATED ART
[0003] There is a need for an improved method and cover to protect
surfaces from accidentally receiving paint being applied to an
adjacent desired surface. The current methods use bulky drop cloths
and covers that and not adaptable to a number of different
configurations. An edge of the drop cloth is bunched along a
baseboard and spread out across a floor surface. As paint is
applied to a wall surface, excess paint drips down the wall and
behind the edge of the drop cloth. Alternatively, a large sheet of
material is cut to the desired size and subsequently attached to a
baseboard, for example, using tape dispensed from a roll. The tape
is susceptible to not adhering properly to both the sheet and the
underlying surface. Moreover, it is difficult to apply the tape on
a vertical surface to protect window openings or other features
that may be vertically orientated while maintaining the sheet in
the proper orientation.
[0004] Another shortcoming of the prior art is that the prior art
cover either absorbs the paint allowing it to soak through to
damage the underlying surface or the cover is not absorbent and
causes the paint to run off the sheet.
[0005] Another need in the art is for a paint protection method and
cover that is easy to adhere to a surface but is also easy to
remove and can be reused.
[0006] There is also a need in the art for a paint protection
method and cover that is lightweight and durable.
[0007] Notwithstanding the existence of prior art paint protection
covers, there is a need for an improved paint protection method and
cover.
[0008] It is, therefore, to the effective resolution of the
aforementioned problems and shortcomings of the prior art that the
present invention is directed.
[0009] However, in view of the prior art at the time the present
invention was made, it was not obvious to those of ordinary skill
in the pertinent art how the identified needs could be
fulfilled.
IV. SUMMARY
[0010] In a particular embodiment, a paint protection cover is
disclosed. The cover comprising a substrate and an overlying
absorbent layer. The absorbent layer further includes an integrated
adhesive strip disposed proximate to the perimeter of the cover so
that the cover is adapted to be removably adhered to a receiving
surface to form an liquid impermeable seam between the cover and
the receiving surface to be protected from paint drips. The
substrate and absorbent layer are substantially similar in size
whereby the absorbent layer absorbs paint and the substrate
prevents paint from passing completely through the cover. The cover
is pre-sized for the particular application, such as a standard
window size or baseboard height, so that the cover can be quickly
and easily removably adhered over the window or baseboard to be
protected from paint.
[0011] In another particular embodiment, the cover may be removably
secured to protect the underside of a soffit when painting an
exterior wall. The cover having adhesive along the perimeter of
three edges. To completely cover the soffit, a plurality of covers
may be secured together with the adhesive edge of a cover to the
non-adhesive edge of an adjacent cover to protect the soffit from
overspray from painting exterior walls. Due to the orientation of
the soffit as a lower surface of a roof overhang, having an
integrated adhesive strip improves the efficiency and ability to
quickly protect the soffit with the cover.
[0012] In another particular embodiment, the cover comprises a pair
of perforations disposed equidistant from the edges of the cover.
Accordingly, a removable first lateral strip is formed between a
first edge of the cover and a first perforation. Removing the first
lateral strip reduces the width of the cover. Moreover, a second
lateral strip is formed between a second edge of the cover and a
second perforation reducing the width of the cover even further.
The perforations of the cover can be disposed and arranged in a
plurality of different configurations.
[0013] In another particular embodiment, a paint protection method
is disclosed. The method includes providing a cover having a
substrate layer, an overlying absorbent layer, and an integrated
strip disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer
and proximate to at least one edge of the cover. The method further
includes forming at least one liquid impermeable seam between the
cover and a receiving surface by adhering the integrated adhesive
strip to the receiving surface. In addition, a perforation may be
disposed on the cover that passes through the substrate layer and
overlying absorbent layer, wherein the at least one perforation
adapted to separate the cover into at least a first portion and a
second portion. The method may include providing a pair of
perforations disposed equidistantly from a respective edge on the
cover, wherein the pair of perforations passes through the
substrate layer and overlying absorbent layer. A removable first
lateral strip may be formed between a first edge of the cover and a
first perforation of the pair of perforations, wherein removing the
first lateral strip along the first perforation reduces a width of
the cover. The method may further include providing a removable
second lateral strip formed between a second edge of the cover and
a second perforation of the pair of perforations, wherein removing
the second lateral strip along the second perforation reduces the
width of the cover.
[0014] One particular advantage provided by embodiments of the
paint protection method and cover is that the adhesive along the
perimeter of the cover increases the efficiency so that the cover
may be positioned on either a horizontal or vertical surface.
Another advantage provided by disclosed embodiments is that the
cover is easily adaptable for use with different sizes
[0015] Other aspects, advantages, and features of the present
disclosure will become apparent after review of the entire
application, including the following sections: Brief Description of
the Drawings, Detailed Description, and the Claims.
V. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] For a fuller understanding of the nature and objects of the
invention, reference should be made to the following detailed
description, taken in connection with the accompanying drawings, in
which:
[0017] FIG. 1 is a cross sectional view of a particular
illustrative embodiment of a cover to protect surfaces from
paint;
[0018] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown installed over a rectangular
window;
[0019] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown installed over a baseboard;
[0020] FIG. 4 is a side view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown along line 4-4 in FIG. 3;
[0021] FIG. 5 is a plan view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown configured to install over a
baseboard or on a wall;
[0022] FIG. 6 is a plan view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown configured to install over an arched
window;
[0023] FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown installed on the soffit of a
home;
[0024] FIG. 8 is a plan view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown configured to install over a
soffit;
[0025] FIG. 9 is a plan view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover showing the perforations;
[0026] FIG. 10 is a plan view of a particular illustrative
embodiment of the cover shown in FIG. 9 with lateral strips
partially removed along the perforations; and
[0027] FIG. 11 is a flow diagram of a particular illustrative
embodiment of a paint protection method.
VI. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] Referring to FIG. 1, a particular illustrative embodiment of
a paint protection cover is disclosed and generally designated 100.
The protective cover 100 includes a substrate 130, which is
impermeable to liquid, and an overlying absorbent layer 120. An
integrated adhesive strip 140 is disposed on an outer perimeter of
the absorbent layer 120. The integrated adhesive strip 140 allows
the cover 100 to be removably secured to a desired location to
cover a receiving surface to be protected from paint. The substrate
130 may be an impermeable and flexible biodegradable coating
applied to the absorbent layer 120. The substrate 130 may also be
an impermeable sheet forming a laminate with the absorbent layer
120.
[0029] FIG. 2 shows the cover 100 installed over a window 150,
which is the receiving surface for the cover 100. The walls 160 are
the paint surfaces where paint will be applied. Accordingly, by
covering the window 150 with the cover 100, the walls 160 can be
easily and quickly painted with a sprayer without concern for
overspray. Referring now to FIG. 3, a cover 200 is configured to be
secured over a baseboard 250, which is the receiving surface for
the cover 100. The cover 200 has an upper portion that is secured
vertically over the baseboard 250 and a lower portion that covers
the flooring material 240. As can be seen in FIG. 4, the baseboard
250 is located at the intersection of the wall 160 and the flooring
material 240. The areas to be painted extend above the baseboard
250. The cover 200 has a first portion 210 with an integrated
adhesive strip along the perimeter that is removably secured to the
baseboard 250. A second portion 220 of the cover may cover the
flooring material 240 and will absorb any dropped or splattered
paint or other liquid. The cover 200 may also be used to protect
door trim, light fixtures, coach lights, chandeliers, or any
combination thereof. FIG. 5 is a plan view of the cover 200 showing
a first portion 210 along one edge of the cover 200. The first
portion 210 further comprises an integrated adhesive strip for
removably securing the cover 200 to the baseboard 250. In addition,
the cover 200 is adaptable to be installed over a wall beginning at
the intersection of the ceiling and wall. Accordingly, the wall,
which is the receiving surface for this application, is protected
from overspray from painting the ceiling or an adjacent wall.
Several of the covers 200 may be attached together using the
adhesive portion 210 to form a larger area that may be
protected.
[0030] Referring now to FIG. 6 shows a plan view of an alternative
embodiment of the present invention for a differently configured
arched window 620. The cover 600 includes an integrated adhesive
strip 610 along a perimeter of cover 600 for removably securing the
cover 600 over the arched window. The arched window 620 is the
receiving surface for the cover 600.
[0031] As shown in FIG. 7, a home 700 typically includes a soffit
at the edge of the roof. The cover 720 may be used to cover the
underside of the soffit 710 to protect it from overspray from
painting exterior walls 750. FIG. 8 is a plan view of the soffit
cover 820 that includes an integrated adhesive strip 840 along two
opposing edges and along one interposed edge. Accordingly, several
covers 710 may be joined together to form the desired length,
wherein an edge with the integrated adhesive strip 840 may be
adhered to an adjacent cover along an edge absent the integrated
adhesive strip of the adjacent cover.
[0032] Referring now to FIG. 9 shows an alternative embodiment of
the present invention that is adjustable to fit multiple sized
windows. For example, the cover 900 at its original size can fit a
standard sized window. Perforations 925, 935 are disposed
equidistant from the edges of the cover 900. Between a first edge
of the cover 900 and the perforation 925 forms a first lateral
strip 920 and between a second edge of the cover 900 and the
perforation 935 forms a second lateral strip 940. Middle strip 930
is sized to fit over a smaller window when the first strip 920 and
the second strip 940 are removed. As shown in FIG. 10, therefore,
by removing either the first strip 920, the second strip 940, or
any combination thereof, the cover 900 is reduced in size to a
smaller cover 950. The locations of the perforations of the cover
900 are user defined depending on the particular application.
[0033] Referring to FIG. 11, a particular illustrative embodiment
of a paint protection method is disclosed and generally designated
1000. The method includes providing a cover having a substrate
layer, an overlying absorbent layer, and an integrated strip
disposed on an outer perimeter surface of the absorbent layer and
proximate to at least one edge of the cover, at 1002. At least one
liquid impermeable seam is formed, at 1004, between the cover and a
receiving surface by adhering the integrated adhesive strip to the
receiving surface. In addition, at 1006 a perforation may be
disposed on the cover that passes through the substrate layer and
overlying absorbent layer, wherein the at least one perforation
adapted to separate the cover into at least a first portion and a
second portion. If the cover is not appropriately sized for the
receiving surface after removing a first lateral strip to reduce
the width of the cover, then at 1008, a pair of perforations may be
provided equidistantly from a respective edge on the cover, wherein
the pair of perforations passes through the substrate layer and
overlying absorbent layer, at 1010. The method may further include,
at 1012, removing a second lateral strip formed between a second
edge of the cover and a second perforation of the pair of
perforations, wherein removing the second lateral strip along the
second perforation reduces the width of the cover even further.
After the cover is configured appropriately for the receiving
surface either in its original configuration, after removing the
first lateral strip, second lateral strip, or any combination
thereof, then paint may be applied to a designated paint surface
when the cover is protecting the receiving surface. After
application of the paint, the cover may be removed from the
receiving surface and reused, at 1014.
[0034] The previous description of the disclosed embodiments is
provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make or use the
disclosed embodiments. Various modifications to these embodiments
will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the
principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments
without departing from the scope of the disclosure. Thus, the
present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the embodiments
shown herein but is to be accorded the widest scope possible
consistent with the principles and novel features as defined by the
following claims. The commercial name of the invention is suggested
to be "House Drops."
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