Abstract:
A curtain system is described which includes a curtain having a plurality of rod engaging members attached thereto, a plurality of rods each having a first end, and a curtain release mechanism attached to each rod at the first end thereof. The rod engaging members each include a stem having a first end and a second end, the first end of the stem configured for engagement with the curtain release mechanism, and a keyway formed in the stem and proximate the first end of the stem.
Abstract:
Curtains are provided which have fastener/s and, in some cases, strut/s arranged along a screen. The strut/s extend to elevation/s below and/or above the fastener/s. An upper strut may have a lower degree of stiffness than a lower strut. In some cases, the fastener/s are arranged at least 20 inches from the screen's upper edge. Systems are described which include a disinfection apparatus and any of such curtains. Other systems include any of such curtains attached to an edge of a room divider. Easily assembled and disassembled room dividers are described which include cord/s and/or pole/s, installed or portable device/s for supporting the cords/poles, and fasteners for attaching a curtain to the cords/poles. A disinfection apparatus is described which includes a shield extending to an elevation at least two feet above a germicidal light source and borders at least one third of a continuous region surrounding the germicidal light source.
Abstract:
The present invention describes a window covering which is useful for securing to objects having windows without using permanent attachment devices. The window covering preferably contains a plurality of magnets arranged along the upper end and along the lower end. The magnets are arranged so that they are coupleable or securable to a metal part of a window itself or a metal surface which houses the window as well as one or more additional magnets positioned within the window covering.
Abstract:
A magnetic curtain of light impervious or light interrupting material having a plurality of magnets positioned in its periphery, the magnetic curtain sized to magnetically adhere to the interior surface of a steel entrance door and cover the decorative window formed therein.
Abstract:
A drapery system for forming a window drapery of user-selected length. The system includes first and second drapery sections and at least one fastener for selectively and overlappingly attaching the drapery sections without stitching or sewing. A method of forming a drapery of user-selectable length is also provided.
Abstract:
A canopy rod assembly comprises an interior rod having a first shape and being configured to be affixed to a vertical structure. The assembly includes an exterior rod having a second shape and being configured to be affixed to the vertical structure in spaced relation with respect to the interior rod to from a clamping slot between the interior rod and the exterior rod. The clamping slot is configured to hold or clamp within the clamping slot a bottom portion of a valence so that the bottom portion tracks the first shape.
Abstract:
In an aspect of the invention there is a modular system for covering an object with a shade, the object having a dimension. The system comprising, a predetermined number of sized track members cut from at least one longer elongated track member, each sized track member defining a longitudinal channel therein; wherein the predetermined number is selected based on the dimension of the object, a plurality of brackets for supporting the sized track members in a substantially parallel and eccentric relationship, the plurality of brackets comprising at least one first bracket having the predetermined number of apertures to secure the predetermined number of sized track members, and a slider connected to each of the sized track members, the slider comprising a first end movably engaging the longitudinal channel of the sized track member and a second end adapted to be secured to an upper edge of the shade.
Abstract:
A plurality of interchangeable window treatment clips is provided, and each clip includes is attachable to a wall or window frame or positioned on and slidable along the length of a mounted curtain rod. The interchangeable window treatment clips include a U-shaped mounting bracket formed to accept a mounting screw or fastener for securing the clip to the wall. Alternatively, opposite sides of the U-shaped mounting clip may be formed with a rod-accepting aperture for placement over a curtain rod. A removable clip assembly is shaped to be attachable to the U-shaped mounting bracket and includes a clip capable of grasping curtain material, such as a pleated curtain, drapery, or curtain panel. The front surface of the removable clip assembly is equipped with a fastener, such as hook-and-loop or magnetic fasteners that facilitate the attachment of the decorative and ornamental panel.
Abstract:
A shower curtain fastening strip comprises a substrate having first side and second side. A detachable fastening material is affixed on the first and or second side of the substrate. The shower curtain fastening strip is operatively coupled to a single shower hook.
Abstract:
A cornice includes a substantially U-shaped return having a substantially horizontal base plate with a first end and a second end. A first substantially vertical plate has an upper end attached to the first end of the base plate. A second substantially vertical plate has an upper end attached to the second end of the base plate. A façade is removably coupled to the return via at least one fastening device. Each fastening device is configured to be repeatedly fastened and unfastened.