Abstract: A method and system for conversion of a fireplace to an updated or different model or configuration is provided. For example, such conversion can apply to any fireplace configuration, indoor and outdoor, commercial and residential, to provide a different fireplace appearance. A converted fireplace comprises an existing firebox, an existing exhaust system, a shell and replacement firebox, and an exhaust adapter. The firebox and exhaust system typically comprise the existing structure within a residential or commercial fireplace installation. The firebox can he of various heights, widths and depths, and yet still be converted, while the exhaust system can comprise various configurations, such as B-vent, direct vent and the like, and yet coupled to the replacement fireplace unit.

Abstract: A treated paper product is provided according to the invention. The treated paper product comprises a result of applying a water based emulsion to a paper base sheet to provide an impregnated paper product, and drying the impregnated paper product to a water content of less than about 8 wt. % to provide the treated paper product. The water based emulsion includes a barrier and/or release forming component comprising at least one of stearylated melamine, polyethylene wax, paraffin wax, isoparaffin wax, microcrystalline wax, fluoropolymer wax, silicone wax, alkyl ketene materials, octyl succinic anhydride, Werner chrome complex, natural wax, and mixtures thereof. The water based emulsion can have a solids content of between about 2 wt. % and about 50 wt. % when it is applied to the paper base sheet. Methods for manufacturing and using the treated paper product, and a combination food and treated paper product are provided.

Abstract: A heat seal adhesive paper product is provided according to the invention. The heat seal adhesive paper product comprises a paper substrate and a heat activatable adhesive. The heat activatable adhesive comprises a result of applying an aqueous polymer dispersion to the paper substrate to form a coated paper substrate and drying the coated paper substrate. The aqueous polymer dispersion includes a polymer component having a melting temperature (Tm) greater than about 220° F. and a glass transition temperature (Tg) greater than about 50° F. A method for manufacturing a heat seal adhesive paper product is provided and a laminate product containing the heat seal adhesive paper product is provided.

Abstract: Sign holders are provided for displaying sign inserts. The sign holders are capable of being reused, whereby several different signs can be removably affixed to the sign holders for displaying signs at multiple events. Signage systems are also provided, comprising a plurality of sign holders and an optional container for storing and transporting the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and apparatus for cleaning upholstery which involves minimal risk of dye bleeding and which is reasonably effective. The invention uses a hand-held applicator and a remote unit. A jet nozzle on the hand-held applicator sprays cleaning solution onto the upholstery. Secured adjacent to the jet nozzle is a brush which imparts mechanical energy to the upholstery and aids in cleaning. Disposed above the brush is a vacuum head that removes the cleaning solution from the upholstery. Air is induced into the vacuum head by a blower secured within the remote unit. The air effectively lifts the cleaning solution from the upholstery and carries the cleaning solution into the vacuum head. Once inside the vacuum head, the combined mixture of air and cleaning solution is directed through a hose into a recovery tank secured within the remote unit where the air and cleaning solution are separated.