TW201717815A - Decorative, damage-free plant tile - Google Patents

Abstract

The present disclosure relates generally to decorative, damage-free articles, systems, and kits capable of hanging a plant on a vertical surface or wall.

Description

Decorative, non-damaging plant tiles

The present disclosure is generally directed to decorative, non-invasive articles, systems, and kits that can hang a plant on a vertical surface or wall.

The wall decorations of the prior art have a large number of forms. For example, walls (one or more sides) of a home may be partially or completely trimmed with paint or wallpaper. While the type, style, and ultimate appearance of these wall finishing techniques are almost endless, significant amounts of time and skill are required to prepare the wall surface and apply special finishes. Further, the trimming is in fact permanent and takes a lot of effort to remove or replace.

Alternatively (or in addition), various decorative items (such as artwork, photographs, mirrors, decorative moldings, etc.) can be directly attached to the wall. Generally, one or more mechanical fasteners (eg, nails, screws, or hooks) are secured to the wall and used to support the item. Although the installation of decorative items takes less time than painting or applying wallpaper, time and skill must be invested to ensure optimal positioning of the mechanical fasteners along the wall surface. Mechanical fasteners permanently damage the wall and cannot be easily repositioned.

Adhesive based fastening systems have recently been developed as an alternative to mechanical fasteners. In some embodiments, the fastening system (often referred to as a paint hanging adhesive backing strip) is a pair of adhesive backing strips that are pre-cut and coated with an adhesive on the back. The form is packaged and provided. Figures 1 and 2 show an example of such a system. The first adhesive backing strip carries a plurality of hooks (or similar structures) and the second adhesive backing strip carries a plurality of complementary rings. The user must adhere the first of the two adhesive backing strips to the decorative article and adhere the second adhesive backing strip to the wall. The item is then engaged by the hook and the loop and supported relative to the wall. The relationship of the decorative article/first adhesive backing strip relative to the wall/second adhesive backing strip may be slightly altered by disassembly and subsequent attachment of the hooks and loops, or by relative The wall/second adhesive backing strip was slightly rotated by slightly rotating the decorative article/first adhesive backing strip (without separating the hooks and loops). Further, when it is intended to completely remove the decorative article from the wall, the adhesive backing strips may be de-bonded from the decorative article to the wall surface, respectively.

Other embodiments are related to a system that includes a trim assembly and a complementary fastening structure. Figure 3 shows an example of such a system. The garnish assembly 32 includes a garnish element 5 that opposes a two-piece releasable fastening structure 10. The releasable fastening structure can be attached to the wall using, for example, the above-described picture hanging adhesive backing strip, or other adhesive backing strip. In some embodiments, the two-piece releasable fastening structure 10 is magnetically held together.

The inventors of the present disclosure have learned many of the advantages and benefits of the commercially available suspension devices shown in Figures 1 through 3. However, they also see opportunities to further improve these useful and reliable products. In particular, the inventors of the present disclosure have learned that users need to hang objects that are not relatively light weight art and do not harm the walls that hang such objects. For example, the inventors have discovered that a user may need to hang a plant on their wall. This makes the whole snowfall A cold climate where the annual garden is not feasible can be especially intended. This is especially desirable in kitchens that want to grow fresh herbs throughout the year and are easily accessible in the kitchen without sacrificing the precious counter space.

The inventors of the present disclosure have thus discovered articles, systems and kits that enable a user to hang a plant on a wall in a decorative and secure manner. In at least some embodiments, the hanging article, system, and/or kit enables the plant to be easily and quickly removed from the system for watering.

Some embodiments of the present application generally relate to a system for decorating a wall surface, comprising: a decorative assembly comprising a decorative element capable of holding a plant; a releaseable release a solid structure opposite the trim assembly, the releasable fastening structure comprising a plurality of first fastening elements; a backer that maintains the charm element; a base that maintains the a release fastening structure; and a complementary fastening structure comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive, the pressure sensitive adhesive being opposite the plurality of second fastening elements; wherein the first fastening elements are The second fastening element is releasably mated to define a releasable fastening system; and wherein the support is releasably mounted to the base.

Some embodiments relate to a kit for decorating a wall, the kit comprising: a plurality of trim assemblies, each of which comprises: a trimming element capable of holding a plant; a sheet defining a first relative a main surface and a second main surface; the decorative element is disposed on the first major surface of the sheet, a releasable fastening structure is permanently fixed to the second main surface, and a plurality of first fastenings are provided An element; and a plurality of complementary fastening structures, which are provided separately from the decoration assemblies, and each comprising a base defining a first major surface and a second major surface; a pressure Sensitive adhesive, its setting On the first major surface; and a plurality of second fastening elements on the second major surface; wherein the first fastening elements are releasably mated with the second fastening elements to define a a release fastening system; and wherein the kit is configured such that at least one of the complementary fastening structures is releasably applied to a wall and connected to the wall via the releasable fastening system And support one of these ornaments.

Some embodiments relate to a method of decorating a wall, the method comprising: incorporating a garnish assembly and a complementary releasable fastening structure, wherein the garnish assembly comprises: a garnishing component capable of holding a plant a sheet defining a first major surface and a second major surface opposite to each other, wherein the decorative element is disposed above the first major surface; a releasable fastening structure secured to the second major surface Providing a plurality of first fastening elements, wherein the releasable fastening structure covers at least 10% of the available surface area, and further wherein the complementary fastening structure includes a base defining a first primary a surface and a second major surface; an adhesive layer disposed on the first major surface; and a plurality of second fastening elements on the second major surface, wherein the first fastening elements and the first a second fastening element releasably mating to define a releasable fastening system; the adhesive layer of the complementary fastening structure is adhered to a position along the wall; wherein the decoration assembly is opposite to The complementary fastening structure a first spatial orientation is fixed relative to the wall by the releasable fastening system via the releasable fastening structure; the trim assembly is removed from the complementary fastening structure, including the complementary fastening structure Maintaining adhesion to the wall; manipulating the charm assembly to a second spatial orientation relative to one of the complementary fastening structures, the second spatial orientation being different from the first spatial orientation; and engaging the second spatial orientation Decoration assembly to this The complementary fastening structure is such that the trim assembly is fixed relative to the wall in the second spatial orientation.

5‧‧‧ Decoration components

10‧‧‧Two-piece releasable fastening structure

32‧‧‧ Decoration assembly

32C‧‧‧ decoration assembly

50‧‧‧ Decoration components

55‧‧‧ Groove or basin

60‧‧‧ plants

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figure 1 is a perspective view of a prior art adhesive tape construction comprising two stretch release adhesive tape structures joined by a separable connector.

2 is a perspective view showing an object attached to a wall by the prior art adhesive tape construction of FIG.

3 is a perspective exploded view of an exemplary portion of an exemplary prior art trim assembly.

Figure 4 is a drawing of an exemplary embodiment of an article/system/kit of items that allows a user to decorate a plant on a wall in a decorative and secure manner.

Figure 5 is a drawing of another exemplary embodiment of an article/system/kit of one of the items that allows the user to decorate the plant in a decorative and secure manner.

The illustrations are not necessarily drawn to scale; some features may be exaggerated or minimized to show details of particular components. Therefore, the specific structural and functional details disclosed herein are not to be construed as limiting, but rather as a representative basis for the application of the invention in various ways.

The disclosure will be explained in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings in which exemplary embodiments are shown. However, the scope of the disclosure may be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments presented or shown herein.

The exemplary garnish assembly of Figure 3 is described and illustrated in International Patent Publication No. WO 2014/197390, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. In general, the present disclosure relates to a decorative assembly including a decorative portion capable of suspending or holding a plant; and a complementary fastening structure capable of holding the complementary fastening structure The decoration part is to a wall or vertical surface.

A front view of one example of such a system is shown in FIG. The decoration assembly can be the same as or similar to that described in International Patent Publication No. WO 2014/197390, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety in its entirety Outside the plant. In this exemplary embodiment, the plant extends from the wall tile.

Another example of such a system is shown in FIG. In the system of Figure 5, a garnish assembly 32C includes a garnish element 50 that is opposed to the two-piece detachable fastening structure 10 described in International Patent Publication No. WO 2014/197390, the disclosure The entire text is incorporated herein by reference. The releasable fastening structure can be attached to the wall using, for example, the above-described picture suspension adhesive backing strip, or other adhesive backing strip. In some embodiments, the two-piece releasable fastening elements 10 are magnetically held together. The garnish element 50 includes a recess or basin portion 55 that is capable of holding a plant 60. In some embodiments, the groove or basin portion 55 houses a cup and the plant 60 is placed/planted in the cup. The cup can thus be easily removed from the recess or basin portion 55 to facilitate watering and drainage of the plant.

In at least some embodiments, the plant or tile in which the plant is placed can be removed to facilitate watering of the plant. In at least some embodiments, the system of the present disclosure, The kit, or item, is at least one of the following: light weight or low maintenance requirements. In at least some embodiments, the article, system, and kit are available in a wide variety of colors and styles (not shown). In some embodiments, the trim assembly or a portion thereof is fabricated from a waterproof or water resistant material.

In some embodiments, the plant can be rotated. In such an embodiment, the plant or plant outer shell is sealed such that the plant does not leak water when it is watered and/or does not leak water onto a wall or other surface.

Any desired plant of suitable size and/or weight can be used. In at least some embodiments, the plants are air plants. In at least some embodiments, the plants are herbs or succulents.

It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that many changes may be made to the above-described embodiments and applications without departing from the basic principles. In addition, various modifications and variations of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the scope of the disclosure should be determined only by the scope of the following patent application.

Claims (46)

A system for decorating a wall surface, comprising: a decoration assembly comprising a decoration element capable of holding a plant; a releasable fastening structure, and the decoration assembly In contrast, the releasable fastening structure includes a plurality of first fastening elements; a backer that maintains the decoration element; a base that maintains the releasable fastening structure; and a complementary a fastening structure comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive, the pressure sensitive adhesive being opposite the plurality of second fastening elements; wherein the first fastening elements and the second fastening elements are detachable Cooperating to define a releasable fastening system; and wherein the support is releasably mounted to the base. The system of claim 1, wherein the support member forms at least one leg with one of the bases, and the support member forms at least one cavity with the other of the base, the holes being configured to be included foot. The system of claim 1 or 2, wherein the charm assembly further comprises a releasable connector assembly that releasably connects the support to the base, and further Wherein the cleavage strength of the releasable connector assembly is less than the cracking strength of the releasable fastening system, and the tensile strength of the releasable connector assembly is less than the releaseable fastening system Tensile Strength. The system of claim 3, wherein the support member forms at least one leg with one of the bases, and the support member forms at least one cavity with the other of the base, the holes being configured to be incorporated The foot, and further wherein the releasable connector assembly is configured to magnetically attract the foot into the cavity. The system of claim 4, wherein the releasable connector assembly comprises a first magnet, The foot is associated; and a second complementary magnet associated with the cavity. The system of claim 1 or 2, wherein the footprint of the support is smaller than the footprint of the base, and/or the mounting pod has a footprint that is smaller than the footprint of the support. The system of claim 6, wherein the occupied area of the support member is smaller than the occupied area of the decorative element. The system of claim 6, wherein the base defines a front side, a rear side, and a central mounting area, the central mounting area being formed to be recessed relative to one of the front sides, and further wherein the central mounting area is Formed to incorporate an outer frame of one of the supports. The system of claim 1 or 2, wherein the charm assembly further comprises a spacer assembly that is configured to be releasably mounted to the base. The system of claim 9, wherein the spacer assembly is further configured to be releasably mounted to the support. The system of claim 10, wherein the spacer assembly is further configured to be releasably mounted between the support and the base. The system of claim 9, wherein the spacer assembly comprises a spacer and a releasable fastening structure, the releasable fastening structure being located behind one of the spacers, and providing a plurality of the first tights Solid components. The system of claim 9, wherein the system is configured such that a crack strength established between the spacer assembly and the support is less than a crack strength established by the releasable fastening system. The system of claim 1 or 2, wherein the charm element is detachably coupled to the support. The system of claim 1 or 2, wherein the charm element comprises a backing and a cover, the backing being combined with the cover to form a recess for selectively incorporating a photo. A kit for decorating a wall, the kit containing: a plurality of ornaments assembly, each of which comprises: a decorative component capable of holding a plant; a plate defining a first major surface and a second major surface; the decorative element being disposed on the panel Above the first major face, a releasable fastening structure permanently fixed to the second major face and providing a plurality of first fastening elements; and a plurality of complementary fastening structures, etc. The assembly is separately provided and each includes a base defining a first major surface and a second major surface; a pressure sensitive adhesive disposed on the first major surface; and a plurality of a second fastening element on the second major surface; wherein the first fastening elements are releasably mated with the second fastening elements to define a releasable fastening system; and wherein the kit Forming such that at least one of the complementary fastening structures is releasably applied to a wall and is coupled to and supports one of the decorative assemblies via the releasable fastening system . The kit of claim 16 wherein the decorative element comprises a basin or recess into which a plant container containing one of the plants can be inserted. A kit of claim 16 wherein the plant extends out of a hole into a front aspect of one of the decorative elements. The kit of any of claims 16 to 18, wherein the charm element is permanently affixed to a corresponding panel. The kit of any of claims 16 to 18, wherein the sheet is substantially planar. A kit according to any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the sheet is a paper based fiberboard. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the sheet is plastic. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the sheet defines an outer frame, and A plurality of interconnected, spaced apart frame members extending within the frame. A kit of claim 23, wherein the interconnecting frame members form a honeycomb pattern. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the releasable fastener structure covers at least 10 percent of the available surface area of the second major face of the corresponding panel. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the first fastening elements are hooked with one of the second fastening elements, and the first fastening elements and the second fastening The other of the components is a loop. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the one of the releasable fastening structure and the complementary fastening structure is a ring composite comprising: a nonwoven loop layer; and a lower layer, The non-woven fabric loop layer is joined to the joint region, and the non-woven fabric loop layer is not joined to the non-joining region, and the non-joining region of the loop layer forms an arcuate hill. The kit of claim 27, wherein the loop composite has a basis weight of from 10 to 100 g/m ² . The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the first fastening element is in a braided shape with one of the second fastening elements, comprising a stem extending from a backing, and One of the stem ends is a rounded head opposite the backing. The kit of any of claims 16 to 18, wherein the first fastening elements and the second fastening elements are configured to provide a splitting strength of no greater than 6 lbs/inch and a dynamic shear of at least 10 lbs Cutting strength. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, wherein the pressure sensitive adhesive exhibits a 90 degree peel force of at least 12 oz/inch, a peel removal strength of no more than 30 oz/inch, and a static shear of at least 20,000 minutes. strength. The kit of any one of claims 16 to 18, further comprising: a spacer assembly for selectively connecting one of the trim assemblies to at least one of the complementary fastening structures The spacer assembly includes: a spacer structure defining a major surface opposite to the front and a rear main surface, a plurality of the second fastening elements, which are associated with the front major face, a plurality of the first fastening elements, and the like, associated with the rear major face; wherein the second assembly of the spacer assembly The first fastening elements of the first of the ones of the decorative assemblies are releasably mated to connect the first one of the decorative assemblies to the spacer assembly; Wherein the first fastening elements of the spacer assembly are releasably mated with the first fastening element of one of the complementary fastening structures to enable the complementary fastening structures The first is connected to the spacer assembly. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer assembly is configured such that when the first complementary fastening structure is assembled to a wall, the spacer assembly is inserted into the first trim assembly and Between the first complementary fastening structures to create a spacing between the decorative element and the wall of the first decorative assembly. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure comprises a first spacer body and a second spacer body, the first spacer body defining the front main surface, the second spacer body defining the rear main surface, and further wherein The first spacer system is movably coupled to the second spacer body. The kit of claim 34, wherein the spacer structure is configured such that the first spacer body is slidable relative to the second spacer body. The kit of claim 34, wherein the spacer structure is configured such that the first spacer body is rotatable relative to the second spacer body. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure includes a head defining the front major face; a base defining the rear major face; and an accordion-like body connecting the head to the base Where the accordion-like system is deflectable to allow spatial movement of the head relative to the base. The kit of claim 37, wherein the accordion-like system is configured to maintain a plurality of curved states on its own. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure comprises a first spacer body, a second spacer body, and an intermediate body, the first spacer body defining the front main surface, the second spacer body defining the rear main surface The intermediate body connects the first spacing body to the second spacing body such that the first spacer system is selectively movable longitudinally relative to the second spacing body. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer assembly includes a light source maintained by at least one of the spacer structure and the trim assembly. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure forms a channel for maintaining a cable between the front major face and the rear major face. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure comprises a plurality of spaced sub-assemblies, each of the spacer sub-assemblies comprising a foam base; a plurality of the first fastening elements equal to the hair a first side of one of the bubble bases; and a plurality of the second fastening elements equal to the second side of one of the foam bases; wherein at least two of the equally spaced subassemblies are selected They are assembled to each other to create the spacing assembly. The kit of claim 32, wherein the spacer structure comprises a first spacer body, a second spacer body, and a ball-in-socket joint, the first spacer body defining the front main The second spacer body defines the rear main surface, and the ball joint is established between the first spacer body and the second spacer body. A method for decorating a wall, the method comprising: incorporating a garnish assembly and a complementary releasable fastening structure, wherein the garnish assembly comprises: a garnish element capable of holding a plant, a sheet defining an opposing first major surface and a second major surface, wherein the trimming element is disposed above the first major surface, a releasable fastening structure secured to the second major surface and providing a plurality First fastening elements, Wherein the releasable fastening structure covers at least 10% of the available surface area, and further wherein the complementary fastening structure comprises a base defining an opposing first major surface and a second major surface; an adhesive a layer disposed on the first major surface; and a plurality of second fastening elements on the second major surface, wherein the first fastening elements and the second fastening elements are releaseable Cooperating from the ground to define a releasable fastening system; adhering the adhesive layer of the complementary fastening structure to a position along the wall; wherein the decoration assembly is opposite to the complementary fastening structure a first spatial orientation is fixed relative to the wall by the releasable fastening system via the releasable fastening structure; the trim assembly is removed from the complementary fastening structure, including the complementary fastening structure Maintaining adhesion to the wall; manipulating the charm assembly to a second spatial orientation relative to one of the complementary fastening structures, the second spatial orientation being different from the first spatial orientation; and directionalally engaging the pendulum in the second space Decoration assembly to the complementary Solid structures, so that the decoration is oriented with respect to the assembly line of the second wall in a fixed space. The method of claim 44, wherein manipulating the charm assembly to the second spatial orientation comprises orienting the pendant assembly from the first space 25 degrees to 360 degrees. The method of claim 44, wherein manipulating the charm assembly to the second spatial orientation comprises moving the charm assembly to be at least one of a distance of the length of the charm assembly.