Patents by Inventor Tim Whaley

Tim Whaley has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 6770328
    Abstract: The method of making a terrazzo surface from recycled glass involves several steps. First, the substrate over which the terrazzo layer is formed is conditioned and primed. Second, an epoxy mixture is made by mixing crushed recycled glass, epoxy resin and epoxy primer. Third, the epoxy mixture is poured over the substrate to a height of ⅜″ nominally. Fourth, the mixture is troweled and allowed to cure and harden. Fifth, the surface is ground and polished to expose glass fragments near the surface. Grout is then applied to fill any air bubbles opened during the grinding process. Finally, the floor is polished and sealed. Decorative patterns and designs may also be formed in the terrazzo by attaching metal divider strips of different shapes to the substrate before pouring the epoxy mixture, and then using different colored mixtures to create patterns and/or designs in the surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2004
    Inventor: Tim Whaley