Abstract: A window opener is provided. In one embodiment the window opener may include a handle of predetermined width and length, the handle having a grabbing tip and a pivot pin. The window opener may also include a pole, repositionable with respect to the handle, wherein the pole has a first end, a second end, and a cleat in physical communication with the pivot pin. In another embodiment a method of sliding a stuck window within a window frame having a sash is provided. This method may include providing a handle having a proximate end, a distal end, and an opening with a pivot point. It also may include inserting a rigid pole having a plurality of cleats through the opening of the handle, aligning the cleat of the rigid pole with the pivot point of the handle, and applying force to the stuck window section by pivoting the handle in the cleat.

Abstract: An improved material for finishing athletic court, commercial, and residential floor surfaces of wood, linoleum, terrazzo, concrete, or other smooth surface includes at least one elongated sheet having a layer of a uniform flexible film of clear plastic material of between about 1 mil and 25 mils thickness and a continuous layer of adhesive material releasably adhering the flexible film onto the floor surface. The elongated sheet is provided in a self-adhesive roll and is applied to the floor surface by unrolling the sheet from the roll, with the adhesive side down, aligning an end portion on a predetermined corresponding portion on the floor, and pressing the total length of the sheet against the floor to adhere the sheet to the floor surface. Additional sheets may be unrolled successively, with a slight overlap to assure an sealed joint.

Abstract: A flexible layer of material is extended over a bowling lane surface and adhered thereto. The flexible layer is preferably an adhesive backed material which may be either transparent or opaque, as preferred. The flexible material is preferably provided in a roll of a width corresponding to the width of a bowling lane so that no trimming is necessary after the material is applied.

Abstract: A film of material is extended over a bowling lane surface in a dry state and adhered thereto. The film is preferably an adhesive backed plastic film which may be either transparent or opaque, as preferred. The plastic film is preferably provided in a strip of such a width so that no trimming is necessary after the material is applied.