US20100170177A1 - Patio deck extension - Google Patents

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US20100170177A1
US20100170177A1 US12/590,501 US59050109A US2010170177A1 US 20100170177 A1 US20100170177 A1 US 20100170177A1 US 59050109 A US59050109 A US 59050109A US 2010170177 A1 US2010170177 A1 US 2010170177A1
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E04—BUILDING
    • E04B—GENERAL BUILDING CONSTRUCTIONS; WALLS, e.g. PARTITIONS; ROOFS; FLOORS; CEILINGS; INSULATION OR OTHER PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
    • E04B1/00—Constructions in general; Structures which are not restricted either to walls, e.g. partitions, or floors or ceilings or roofs
    • E04B1/003—Balconies; Decks

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  • This invention/product allows for the mounting of the deck extender to be flush with the top rail of the upright. To enhance stability there are angled struts that mount to the bottom of the platform and the opposite ends to the existing styles of the deck uprights. To address drainage issues the invention/product has spaces between the slats that make up the platform, and by using pressure treated boards and galvanized screws the inclement weather conditions will not cause any type of deterioration or failures.
  • the pressure treated fence board slats are aligned in a row with spaces between the slats and are secured at the bottom with cross members to form a base.
  • the sides are then mounted around the perimeter in order to protect items from sliding or falling off the platform.
  • the angled stabilizers are mounted to the bottom supports of the platform then attached to the existing deck uprights. All parts are attached using galvanized screws of various lengths.
  • the wood material has been referenced as pressure treated fence board, but the product may be made using any type of lumber/material that is strong enough to support the product and available in the marketplace, such as, pine, oak, cedar, plastic, vinyl, PVC, particle board, varying compositions of wood, etc.
  • the fastening materials have been referred to as galvanized screws, but the product may be secured using any type of material that is strong enough to support the product and is available in the market place, such as, heavy duty staples, nails, screws, etc.

Abstract

The table top portion of the patio deck extension is aligned in a row with spaces between the 4 major slats and is secured at the bottom with cross members to form a base. The sides are then mounted around the perimeter. The angled support stabilizers are mounted to the cross members on the bottom of the deck extensions platform then attached to the existing deck uprights (Ballasts). All parts are secured using screws of various lengths. The purpose of this invention is to create additional deck space; it allows the home owner to use the patio deck extension to aid in storing, servicing and entertaining without infringing on their existing deck space.

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    CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
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    • STATEMENT REGARDING FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
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    • REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING, A TABLE, OR A COMPUTER PROGRAM LISTING COMPACT DISC APPENDIX
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    • BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
  • The concept of this product/invention was brought to light (developed) due to the ever increasing nature of condensed housing in major cities throughout the world. The reduction in patio deck sizes has created a need for increased outdoor counter space for entertaining purposes, without infringing upon the current floor space of the existing deck and without taking away from the decks square footage.
    • BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
  • It is the object of the invention/product to create more usable deck space. This invention/product allows for the mounting of the deck extender to be flush with the top rail of the upright. To enhance stability there are angled struts that mount to the bottom of the platform and the opposite ends to the existing styles of the deck uprights. To address drainage issues the invention/product has spaces between the slats that make up the platform, and by using pressure treated boards and galvanized screws the inclement weather conditions will not cause any type of deterioration or failures.
    • BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING
  • NOT APPLICABLE
    • DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
  • The pressure treated fence board slats are aligned in a row with spaces between the slats and are secured at the bottom with cross members to form a base. The sides are then mounted around the perimeter in order to protect items from sliding or falling off the platform. The angled stabilizers are mounted to the bottom supports of the platform then attached to the existing deck uprights. All parts are attached using galvanized screws of various lengths.
  • This patent application is being sought for various designs of the intended use. The wood material has been referenced as pressure treated fence board, but the product may be made using any type of lumber/material that is strong enough to support the product and available in the marketplace, such as, pine, oak, cedar, plastic, vinyl, PVC, particle board, varying compositions of wood, etc. The fastening materials have been referred to as galvanized screws, but the product may be secured using any type of material that is strong enough to support the product and is available in the market place, such as, heavy duty staples, nails, screws, etc.

Claims (6)

1. A deck extension that does not interfere with the inner space of an existing patio deck, while still allowing for easy access to any and all materials that are being stored on its surface.
2. The deck extension is produced using pressure treated fence board, pine, oak, cedar, plastic, vinyl, PVC, particle board, steel, aluminum and varying compositions of wood or related plank like materials.
3. The deck extension is secured and fastened by using screws made of steel or galvanized and other fasteners such as nails, staples, glue, and a multitude of other types of fastening devices.
4. The rear stabilizer support beams are made of pressure treated wood, pine, oak, cedar, PVC, particle board, steel, aluminum and varying compositions of wood or related plank like materials.
5. The surface planks are separated to allow for drainage.
6. The platform of the patio deck extension can be made out of any number of planks or as one solid piece.
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Citations (7)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
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US4620403A (en) * 1984-10-10 1986-11-04 Field Gerald L Nailing anchor and method of use
US5274977A (en) * 1992-08-31 1994-01-04 Bayly David H Decking system
US5361554A (en) * 1992-11-06 1994-11-08 Robert Bryan Prefabricated deck system
US5850720A (en) * 1995-03-21 1998-12-22 Mark C. Willis Plastic decking and securement system and method of installation
US6209267B1 (en) * 1998-11-20 2001-04-03 Hugh A. Dantzer Decking system
US6941715B2 (en) * 1999-07-02 2005-09-13 John Potter Prefabricated modular building component
US7533500B2 (en) * 2003-01-27 2009-05-19 Deceuninck North America, Llc Deck plank and method of production

Patent Citations (7)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US4620403A (en) * 1984-10-10 1986-11-04 Field Gerald L Nailing anchor and method of use
US5274977A (en) * 1992-08-31 1994-01-04 Bayly David H Decking system
US5361554A (en) * 1992-11-06 1994-11-08 Robert Bryan Prefabricated deck system
US5850720A (en) * 1995-03-21 1998-12-22 Mark C. Willis Plastic decking and securement system and method of installation
US6209267B1 (en) * 1998-11-20 2001-04-03 Hugh A. Dantzer Decking system
US6941715B2 (en) * 1999-07-02 2005-09-13 John Potter Prefabricated modular building component
US7533500B2 (en) * 2003-01-27 2009-05-19 Deceuninck North America, Llc Deck plank and method of production

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