Tree trunk cover
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The dimensions can vary depending on the height and width of the tree trunk cover required.
The material thickness can vary from 1/32 to ⅛ inch thickness depending on the material used, which an either be poster board or metal.
It shows that there is a stiffener wire made out of spring steel that can range from 1/32 to ⅛ in diameter.
This stiffener wire is to be taped or glued to the inside surface of the tree trunk cover. This will help maintain a circular shape when the tree trunk cover is assembled.
On one end of the tree trunk cover there is a cut-out slot that engages the tab on the other side. The design of the slot and tab can vary. One possible design is illustrated; and,
This figure shows the tree trunk cover fully assembled in a used condition.
It shows that the design would allow the diameter of the assembled unit to range from a minimum of 18 inches to a maximum of 24 inches and various increments thereof.
When assembled, the tree trunk cover could be in various dimensions from 12 inches minimum to 18 inches maximum in height.
Claims
The ornamental design for a tree trunk cover, as shown and described.
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Type: Grant
Filed: Feb 5, 2010
Date of Patent: Nov 13, 2012
Assignee: (Johns Creek, GA)
Inventor: Suzi Victoria Krizan (Johns Creek, GA)
Primary Examiner: Elizabeth J Oswecki
Application Number: 29/353,947
