Abstract: A bicycle stand includes a base unit, a first positioning rack, a second positioning rack, and two movable pull shaft units. The base unit includes a base and a support seat that is pivoted relative to the base horizontally. The support seat includes a pedestal and two ears. Each of the two ears has a first end connected with the pedestal and a second end provided with a limit slot. The first positioning rack includes two rods and a link. Each of the two rods is pivotally connected with one of the two ears. A first holding area is defined between the two rods.

Abstract: A clothesline that folds, collapses, and converts into a decorative trellis when the clothesline is not being used as a conventional outdoor clothesline to dry clothes or air freshen items. The decorative clothesline trellis may be wall-mounted such that when fully collapsed, the clothesline presents as a wall-mounted decorative trellis of various and possibly interchangeable decorative styles.

Abstract: A flower bed system includes an elongated frame having a first side bar and second side bar in a longitudinal direction thereof, a first and a second riser removably attached to the first and second side bar, respectively, the first riser having a first notch away from the first side bar by a predetermined distance and the second riser having a second notch away from the second side bar by approximately the same predetermined distance, and a flowerpot holder having a first and second pin rigidly protruding from opposite sides thereof, respectively, the first and the second pin being substantially aligned in an axial line transverse a center of the flowerpot holder, wherein the first and second pin removably rest in the first and second notch, respectively, so that the flowerpot holder can rotate freely around the axial line.

Abstract: A laundry treating apparatus, such as a clothes dryer, includes an auxiliary drying rack configured to retain laundry items in a space between the drying rack and a door. The drying rack can have horizontal rods that are spaced such that laundry items are retained within the space and are not pulled into a treating chamber. The drying rack is designed to be easily opened and closed.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging clothing or sports equipment that is removably mountable in a locker cubby and may be reconfigured from a closed position in which the apparats lies generally flat for transport and an open in use position wherein multiple locations are provided to support clothing and sports equipment.

Abstract: A method and saddle rack to hold a saddle is disclosed. In one embodiment the saddle rack employs a pin that can be put through apertures on one end of a connecting rod and base mounted on a vertical retaining wall, or in an alternative embodiment employs a connecting rod that integrally attaches at one end to a front side of a block with hooks on a top and bottom side that attach to a rigid loop on the wall. Supporting wings attach to the other end of the connecting rod and extend upward to support the saddle upside down and to allow for daily storage and cleaning of the underside of the saddle. In one embodiment the pin would be removed, the connecting rod rotated 180 degrees, and the pin would be reinserted to hold the saddle bottom side down for topside cleaning. In the other embodiment one of the hooks would attach the rack to the rigid loop in either of the two cleaning positions or attach to the ridge loop to form a collapsed position.

Abstract: Doorframe mountable exercise apparatus. A doorframe mountable exercise apparatus may include a leg tuck bar configured to be mounted to a doorframe. The leg tuck bar may be configured to run approximately perpendicular to a head of the doorframe. The leg tuck bar may be configured to be approximately centrally located between jambs of the doorframe.

Abstract: A storage assembly includes a mounting rail extending in a longitudinal direction and having a plurality of pairs of flanges defining a plurality of slots. A mounting member includes a horizontal stop plate and a back plate extending downwardly from the stop plate. The mounting member is moveable relative to the mounting rail from a disengaged position, wherein the back plate is not disposed in one of the slots, and an engaged position, wherein the back plate is disposed in one of the slots. The mounting member also includes a storage component. Methods of making and using the storage assembly are also provided.

Abstract: The inventive solution is directed to a device, system and method of use for spinal therapy by way of a bracket and strap system that allows a user to self-administer spinal decompression exercises. The bracket and strap elements of the inventive device and system are collapsible, portable. The inventive device in assembled form and in use is hooked over top a vertical door or wall panel and leveraged against the user's head where the user is in seated position below. By method of using this invention, the user's upper spinal column is extended and decompressed.

Abstract: An outdoor lattice system comprises at least two posts and a plurality of modular lattice systems configured to be disposed between and supported by the at least two posts. The posts have an elongate body comprising multiple support openings arranged along the elongate body. Each of the modular lattice sections comprise a body, a first edge and a second edge, each edge being a longitudinal edge of the body, the second edge opposite to the first edge, each of the first edge and the second edge comprising a support element extending outwardly therefrom. The support element is configured to couple mechanically with a support opening from the plurality of support openings of the first post, and the at least one support element on the second edge of the first modular lattice section configured to couple mechanically with a support opening from the plurality of support openings of the second post.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of mounting a shower curtain rod, and/or a shower curtain rod assembly, that includes an adhesive support to supplement the conventional mounting. The adhesive support is preferably incorporated in caps that cover the junctions between the rod and the walls between which the rod is mounted.

Abstract: A mounting system capable of mounting objects to support structures. The mounting system includes a wall mount including a display bracket configured to hold the object, a fixed support bracket coupleable to a vertical support structure, and a linkage assembly. The linkage assembly has a low-profile stowed configuration in which the object is held in a raised position close to the support structure. The linkage assembly moves to another configuration to move the object. The object can be held in a lowered position. A biasing mechanism can facilitate convenient movement of the object.

Abstract: A planar display assembly is provided with a pane with a front reflective surface and a rear surface. An array of mounting plates is provided, each with a first fastener, and a polygonal mounting plate adhered to the rear surface by an adhesive. A plurality of second fasteners is each engaged with one of the array of first fasteners for linear adjustment relative to the pane in a direction generally perpendicular to the pane to support the planar display assembly upon an upright support surface. Each mounting plate is oriented upon the pane rear surface such that at least one vertex extends away from the corresponding first fastener in a direction toward another sequential first fastener within the array of first fasteners. A metal bracket is adapted to be mounted to the upright support surface. The bracket has at least one enclosed cleat to receive two of the second fasteners.

Abstract: A garment hanging device for use in a vehicle includes a coupler that is configured to couple to a garment hook of the vehicle. A plate is hingedly coupled to the coupler. The plate is selectively positionable in a stowed configuration, wherein a first edge of the plate is positioned adjacent to the coupler, and a deployed configuration, wherein the first edge is positioned substantially perpendicular to the coupler. A plurality of first slots is positioned in the first edge of the plate. The first slots are configured to insert hook portions of hangers to couple the hangers to the plate. Garments that are positioned on the hangers are suspended from the plate.

Abstract: A bracket for hanging a picture frame on a supporting structure. The bracket is a one-piece member formed of plastic having a pair of legs projecting perpendicularly from a bottom surface of a base and extending at right angles with respect to each other. The legs are spaced from a peripheral edge of the base forming a V-shaped planar portion between the edge and legs. A reinforcing member extends between the pair of legs and an attachment pin mounted in the reinforcing member extends outwardly beyond a top surface of the base. A pair of attachment pins is pressed into the supporting structure to suspend the frame therefrom after two of the brackets are secured in upper right hand corners of the frame.

Abstract: An improved cascading display can be formed by assembling a plurality of support members integrally formed from the display. The improved display can attractively exhibit socks, underwear, and other displayable garments in a cascading fashion and can require fewer materials. Methods of forming the cascading displays are also disclosed.

Abstract: Provided is a display device equipped with a frame assembly that can prevent malfunction or failure of a control substrate attributable to internal heating and which has a simplified structure enabling easy production of a compact display device. The frame assembly includes: a first frame combined with a display panel; a second frame spaced from and combined with a rear surface of the first frame; and a third frame and a fourth frame that are combined with a rear surface of the second frame in a state in which the display panel is mounted. The first and second frames have respective openings, the third frame has a width larger than that of the fourth frame in a front-and-rear direction, and an upper portion of the display panel is inclined forward when the display device is installed such that the control substrate is vertically arranged.

Abstract: A trim plate is disclosed that includes a base plate, a folding hook arm pivotally attached to the base plate, and a weight-bearing truss that supports the folding hook arm. A first end of the weight bearing truss is pivotally connected to the hook arm at about the middle of the hook arm and the second end of the truss is positioned in a primary slot in the base plate. Two secondary slots in the base plate are positioned on either side of the primary slot, and pins extend perpendicularly from the base plate end of the truss and fit in the secondary slots for sliding therein whenever the hook arm is open or closed.

Abstract: A storage rack with a spring device has a bracket constructed to be fixed to a vertical surface, and a frame oriented substantially parallel to the vertical surface which is pivotably connected to the bracket. The bracket and the frame have one or more attachment locations for pivotably connecting to opposite ends of the spring device. The frame has at least one mounting location for releasably attaching at least one object support. The spring device is constructed to generate a lift force to deploy the frame and an object supported by the at least one object support to a substantially horizontal storage position. The lift force may be tuned by adjusting the connection of the spring device between the pivotable connections with the bracket or the frame.

Abstract: A portable saddle stand apparatus that can be secured to an existing structure allows a saddle to be securely placed upon the saddle stand apparatus when the respective saddle is not fastened to an animals back by a girth. The saddle stand apparatus includes a saddle supporting structure, a front mount, a rear mount, a front strap fastener, and a rear strap fastener. The front mount attaches with a front mount receiving bracket of the saddle supporting structure, and the rear mount attaches with a rear mount receiving bracket of the saddle supporting structure. The front strap fastener secures the front mount to the saddle supporting structure while securing a front end of the saddle stand apparatus to the existing structure. Similarly, the rear strap fastener secures the rear mount to the saddle supporting structure while securing a rear end of the saddle stand apparatus to the existing structure.

Abstract: The invention provides a shoe storage apparatus capable of saving space when stored, wherein a shoe storage apparatus includes a leg to be disposed on an installation surface, and an upper panel which has a base end portion to be supported by the leg and a tip end portion on the side opposite to the base end portion, and is disposed at a distance from the installation surface in a state where the base end portion is supported by the leg, and on which one shoe of a pair of shoes can be placed, and the upper panel is constituted to be detachable from the leg.

Abstract: A free arm umbrella includes a fixing plate, an upper nest, a lower nest, umbrella ribs and support ribs. The free arm umbrella also includes a control mechanism, a support rod, a first strut rod and a second strut rod. The middle part of the first strut rod is hinged with the middle part of the second strut rod. A rotating lockout mechanism can also be set on the free arm umbrella so that the umbrella cover can be rotated easily. The free arm umbrella has advantages of simple structure, convenience of use, economic practicality, and being applicable to narrow space.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a drying apparatus, for drying flexible objects such as bags or gloves, comprise a first suspension couplable to an external support, and a second suspension magnetically couplable to the first suspension. An object is supported between the first and second suspensions through the magnetic coupling. In a first embodiment, the second suspension comprises a magnetic hub and one or more spreaders, which may be fixed, removable, or moveably attached to the magnetic hub, and which may be repositionable between open and closed positions. The spreaders may be flexible, articulated, rigid, repositionable, collapsible, extendable, jointed, forked, hinged, slideable, continuous, or merged, and further may have substantially puncture-resistant terminations. The first suspension also comprises a magnetic member and a suspending member, such as an open hook or a clamp suspending member, for supporting the apparatus with the secured object from or by many types of external supports.

Abstract: A collapsible utility tray device with a flexible mounting feature. The device includes a main tray portion for holding various items as desired by a user. A combined back/top piece is hinged to the main tray portion, such that the back/top can be folded closed to serve as a lid for the tray, or can be folded open to serve as a back structure for mounting the device and holding the tray portion horizontal. The back/top piece is fitted with a large rubberized twist tie for flexibly attaching the device to an object. The large rubberized twist tie can also be used to keep the device closed when the back/top piece is folded down. The device further includes smaller rubberized twist ties which can be used for hanging other small items from the tray or securing items to the tray. A small light can also be included in the device.

Abstract: Drying devices facilitating air drying of assorted items without taking up significant floor space are disclosed. In an aspect, a drying device includes a frame mountable to a vertical surface such as a door, wall, or fence. The drying device includes a plurality of drying areas which may be moved between a stored position and a drying position. In the stored position, the drying device has a compact profile, thereby occupying very little space when not in use. In the drying position, the drying areas extend away from the frame and may support articles, such as clothing, as the articles dry.

Abstract: The invention is a compact storage rack for holding and storing tools and other articles within a recess in a wall of a building or vehicle. The storage rack includes a back panel, mounting members for securing the rack in the recess and at least one door panel pivotally mounted to the mounting members. Each panel consists of a wire grid composed of pairs of generally parallel and equidistantly spaced horizontal bars secured together by generally parallel and equidistant vertical bars. The grid design allows visual inspection of the tools inside the storage rack to confirm what equipment is present and that it is properly mounted. The grid design also allows air to permeate the storage rack to air dry the tools stored therein. The swing door arrangement provides easy access to the equipment.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include a folding shelf intended for attachment to a door having a mail slot. The shelf is pivotably attached below the mail slot by a support and moved from its storage position to its operative position by a chain attached to the door by a fastener. The chain is attached to the shelf near that part of the shelf that is distal from the door. Using embodiments of the present invention, items inserted through the door are retained on the shelf rather than fall to the floor, and the door remains functional when the shelf is in the operative position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clothes drying rack consisting of two separate rectangular racks which are mounted against the wall to form a mountain fold configuration, but can be folded flat against the wall for storage when not in use.

Abstract: A collapsible storage rack includes multiple rack members and a linkage assembly. At least one of the rack members includes a laterally extending body and a storage element that projects in a forward direction from the body. The rack members are shiftable along an upright extension direction and are shiftable relative to each other into and out of a collapsed condition. The linkage assembly shiftably interconnects the rack members and permits shifting movement of the rack members into and out of the collapsed condition.

Abstract: A frame which can be moved between a folded-in position and a folded-out position includes suspension means for suspending the frame from a vertical element, an arm assembly having at least three arms and a rod assembly which cooperates with the arm assembly. The arm and rod assemblies are designed such that the arms may extend between a folded-in position and a folded-out position. The suspension means cooperate with a section of the arm assembly and/or with a section of the rod assembly which is/are at the periphery of the planes defined by the assemblies.

Abstract: A hanging garment storage unit includes a hanger, a frame, and a drawer. The hanger is arranged to removably couple the frame to an external support. The frame has a broad side and a top. A track is coupled to the broad side of the frame, and the drawer is slidably coupled to the frame. The frame has a broad side and a narrow side, and the drawer is arranged to slide along the track with the broad side of the drawer facing the broad side of the frame. The drawer is further arranged to pivot about an end of the frame to allow movement of the drawer from a storage position to an access position.

Abstract: A hanger assembly includes a sliding rail assembly and a hanger attachment. The sliding rail assembly includes a fixed member, a sliding arm, and a hinge. The hinge has a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion is pivotally engaged to the second portion. The first portion is slidably engaged to the fixed member and the second portion is fixedly engaged to the sliding arm. The sliding rail assembly has a non-pivoted state and a pivoted state, wherein in the non-pivoted state the sliding arm is positioned substantially parallel to the fixed member, and in the pivoted state the sliding arm defines an angle with the fixed member. The hanger attachment is engaged to at least a portion of the sliding arm.

Abstract: Storage systems and methods of use of the same are disclosed. The storage systems are configured to be connected to wall structures and to be modular in construction, so as to be able to use a plurality of horizontally disposed hang rails and/or a plurality of vertical standards, and/or modular storage components that are received on a hang rail or a vertical standard, or that may be connected directly to a wall structure.

Abstract: A product display unit (10) has a product support surface of selectively adjustable area. The unit comprises an attachment (13, 14) for securing to a support structure (15) and a cantilevered support member (11) extending from the attachment in a first length direction. A plurality of elongate support arms (23) extend lengthwise in a direction substantially perpendicular to said first length direction. Each support arm (23) is pivotably attached to the cantilevered support member for movement between a first position and a second position to vary the area of the product display unit available to support product. Each support arm may also be telescopically movable from the second position to a third position to further vary the product support area.

Abstract: A portable collapsible clothes dryer kit including two clothing article dryer units for engaging and spreading different articles of clothing, one of the units being supported by spaced, elongated flexible elements and the other of the units being supported by a coat hanger.

Abstract: The present invention provides a clothes holding device which is easily assembled (formed) as a clothes holding device (for example, a hanger), which is compact, which has an interior function for use as an interior material. The device includes a plate member having flexibility, wherein the plate member is bent on the symmetrical axis, and clothes are held with a resulting bent portion. When clothes are not held, the clothes holding device of the present invention is assimilated with the surface of a wall, and appears to be a part of a room's interior. When holding clothes, a vertical-directional lower area of the plate member is bent along the horizontal axis, and the bent portion and the remaining portion hold clothes.

Abstract: Provided herein is a collapsible rack unit that includes a housing, a hanging bar, and a pair of hinged arms that extend between the housing and the hanging bar. The hinged arms extend generally parallel to the housing in a closed position and extend generally perpendicular to the housing in an open position. In preferred embodiments, the hinged arms include a base portion that is associated with the housing and an arm portion that is hingedly connected to the base portion.

Abstract: Systems, devices and methods for clothing organization include a first member, including a first hanger positioning portion, connectable to a second member. The two members may be movable between a first relative position and a second relative position, such as for loading/unloading and storage of conventional hangers. Additionally, a first suspension mechanism is attachable to the first member and, in one embodiment, a second suspension mechanism is attachable to the second member. The first suspension mechanism and the second suspension mechanism respectively support the first member and the second member in the first relative position and the second relative position. Associated methods of assembly of such hanger systems, and methods of clothing organization, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A display apparatus having a display main body formed with a display part, further having a lower hinge part provided in a rear lower part of the display main body so as to tilt the display main body against an installation plane and a link assembly provided in a rear upper part of the display main body, and connecting the display main body to the installation plane. The link assembly includes a first link having a first end rotatably connected to the installation plane and an opposite second end and a second link having a first end rotatably connected to the display main body and a second end rotatably connected to the second end of the first link. The link assembly further includes a spring member provided in at least one of the hinge parts of the first and second links and has the elasticity to restore the display main body toward the installation plane.

Abstract: The apparatus includes a frame having a base and two guide posts coupled to opposite ends of the base forming a U-shaped member. The base may be attached to a stock shelf with the U-shaped frame located on the front portion of the shelf. Moveably coupled to the guide posts is a cover panel which may be moved to a closed position covering the space between the two guide posts and to a lower open position or to an upper open position to allow access to the shelf by way of the opening between the two guide posts.

Abstract: Towel rack has a mounting bracket, a hanging rod assembly and a pivot pin. The mounting bracket has multiple limits defined on the mounting bracket. The hanging rod assembly is pivotally attached to the mounting bracket and is curved. When users use the towel rack, towels and clothes hangers will not touch the wall because of the curved hanging rod assembly. When the towel is not being used, the towel rack can be folded against the wall to decrease the total volume and easily stored.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging items from a fireplace mantel or other elevated surface. The apparatus includes an elongated bar having a front edge and a rear edge, and at least one hook body detachably connected to the front edge of the elongated bar. Preferably, the elongated bar is manufactured from steel, iron, or another suitably heavy material. Each hook body includes a threaded end which may be screwed into the front edge of said elongated bar, as well as a hooked end from which various items seasonal may be hung.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hanging device (2), in particular for drying laundry articles or the like and/or for placing, in particular attaching and hanging, objects, including at least one holding device and at least one receiving element for receiving laundry articles or the like, or other objects. Each holding device including at least one base member (4) and one swivel element (6) which is movable against and preferably capable of being connected to the base member.

Abstract: A dynamic system for elevating and bracing horizontal load bearing arms carried by one or more vertical members, singularly or in pairs. The arm and brace system of the present invention is adapted to allow a load to be raised to an elevated storage position and then easily and promptly lowered for access as needed. The design is scaleable to accommodate three-dimensional specifications particular to an application, and adaptable to lifting mechanisms of various weight capacities.

Abstract: This invention relates to a device for storing a bicycle. The device includes a support including an anchor positioned on an anchor tube. The support further includes a base for mounting the device. The base includes a base tube. The anchor is swivel-mounted on the base. The anchor tube can rotate relative to the base tube to allow the anchor to swivel. The device also includes an arm mounted on and pivotally supported by the anchor. The arm is movable between first and second arm positions. The arm has an attachment for supporting the bicycle thereon. The device also includes a spring device connected between the support and the arm. The spring device is movable from a retracted position to an extended position. The movement of the spring device generates a force to urge the arm from the first arm position to the second arm position. The device also includes a damper connected between the support and the arm to resist movement of the arm from the second arm position to the first arm position.

Abstract: A foldable umbrella stand having two spaced apart upright posts with at least one grid frame and at least one water collecting tray pivotally connected to upper and lower ends of the upright posts. Connecting rods are provided on the lateral sides of the grid frames and the water collecting trays to movably connect them together. The umbrella stand thereby can be stretched and positioned for placing therein umbrellas, and can be folded into a flat form with a small volume for storage and transportation.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging items from a fireplace mantel or other elevated surface. The apparatus includes an elongated bar having a front edge and a rear edge, and at least one hook body detachably connected to the front edge of the elongated bar. Preferably, the elongated bar is manufactured from steel, iron, or another suitably heavy material. Each hook body includes a threaded end which may be screwed into the front edge of said elongated bar, as well as a hooked end from which various items seasonal may be hung.

Abstract: A grade control apparatus of display set for tapestry. The apparatus includes at least two guide brackets attached to a wall; holding-down brackets for holding a display device, each having one end being pivotably connected to one end of the corresponding guide bracket; adjusting link transmission shafts installed within each guide bracket, each having one end on which a bevel gear is installed and the other end on which a shifting boss is installed; an angle adjustable shaft being installed between the guide brackets and having gears for being engaged with each bevel gear; and an angle adjustable hand lever for receiving an external force, the angle adjustable hand lever being formed on at least one angle adjustable shaft. The present invention easily adjusts the angle of the display device so as to comply with a user's wishes, and finely adjusts the angle of the display device by a small force.

Abstract: The invention relates to a hanging device (2), in particular for drying laundry articles or the like and/or for placing, in particular attaching and hanging, objects, including at least one holding device and at least one receiving element for receiving laundry articles or the like, or other objects. Each holding device including at least one base member (4) and one swivel element (6) which is movable against and preferably capable of being connected to the base member.

Abstract: There is described a collapsible wall unit for clothes which has at least one frame unit which is of generally triangular shape and consists of a first plate portion, a rod portion, and a second plate portion. A rail can be positioned between the frame units and used to support clothes. Alternatively, clothes can be hung on the rod portion of a single frame unit. When not in use, the frame unit can be disassembled and rests against the wall.