Abstract: A modular cleaning set includes one or more separable components magnetically attached to each other, and including a broom, dustpan, mini-brooms, and one or more brushes. The handles and rods of the cleaning set may be reversibly attached to any of the individually separable components.

Abstract: A wall-mounting bracket is described that includes a base comprising a base body and a cover detachably attachable to the base body. The base body includes a back plate configured to be positioned against a wall; a first bend and a second bend defining a first recess for receiving a first side of a decorative item to be secured to the wall, defining a first lip for retaining the first side of the decorative item; a third bend and a fourth bend defining a second recess for receiving a second side of the decorative item to be secured to the wall, defining a second lip for retaining the second side of the decorative item, where the second recess is perpendicular to the first recess; and an aperture in the back plate having a recessed lip through which a mounting device may be positioned.

Abstract: A system, method, and kit facilitate the arrangement of tiles comprising a plurality of tiles coupled together and mounted to a mounting surface using a plurality of hangers and fasteners. The tiles, whether individually or when arranged together, are preferably decorative or aesthetically pleasing. Each tile may form a portion of an overall larger visual image, which may be formed by a concatenation of a plurality of the tiles. The system, method, and kit for creating arrangement of tiles may be used to create large-scale artwork from the plurality of tiles, where the various tiles may be removably arranged and may be reconfigured or deconstructed.

Abstract: A system including an attachment device having a generally flat plate having a securement structure, and two hooks movably coupled to the plate. A base end of each hook is spaced apart by a natural number multiple of a hook spacing distance, and the hook spacing distance is between about 1¾ inches and about 2¼ inches, or is between about 2¾ inches and about 3¼ inches.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein describe fracturing methods and systems to temporarily mount an object to a flat surface without damaging the object or the flat surface.

Abstract: The Lid Storage System provides an organized and secure method of storing pot lids, decorative plates or other similar items on a mounting surface in an approximately vertical position. The system in its simplest form consists of one top bracket and two lower brackets for each lid. Each bracket may include a double-sided adhesive pad to affix each bracket to the mounting surface but may also include a passage for a fastener if needed. The top bracket includes a top flange that is longer than the lower flange of each lower bracket, which provides the needed clearance for the lid to slide up into the top bracket and clear the lower flange of each lower bracket for insertion and removal of the lids. The top bracket is arranged on the centerline of the lid and the lower brackets are arranged one on either side of the center line. The lid nests within the brackets in the stored position in which the lid also remains secured during any movement of the mounting surface such as a cabinet door.

Abstract: A case construction encases an electronic device and enables a user to rotatably and linearly displace the electronic device relative to a select surface of the case construction. The case construction includes a case with a cradle-receiving surface, a cradle sized and shaped to removably receive an electronic device, and a device-to-surface anchor assembly. The cradle includes a centralized region having an oblong aperture and adjustable arm assemblies. The oblong aperture defines a cradle displacement zone segment. The device-to-surface anchor assembly secures the cradle device to the cradle-receiving surface and is cooperable with the oblong aperture for enabling a user to linearly and rotatably displace the centralized region along the cradle displacement zone segment. Certain methodology for displacing an electronic device relative to select surfacing so as to position the electronic device in a select orientation relative to the select surfacing is further provided.

Abstract: A mirror assembly includes a mirror and a hanger assembly secured to the mirror. The hanger assembly has a hanger fitting that defines a plurality of apertures, and a locking element that is slidably coupled to the hanger fitting to be movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The mirror assembly further includes a chassis having a plurality of support members sized and positioned to engage the plurality of apertures in the hanger fitting. When the locking element is in the locked position, the plurality of support members are prevented from disengaging the hanger fitting.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging an article from a door. In one aspect, the inventive apparatus can comprise a mounting system that can be used to hang a mirror, piece of art, or other flat article to a door without the need for a screw driver or any other tools.

Abstract: A standoff adaptor for a push pin. A spacer has a hole formed in one end to complementarily receive a push pin with the pin of the push pin extending outwardly therefrom. A head is threadedly mounted to the opposite end of the spacer and may be adjusted to tightly grip an item between a spacer and head.

Abstract: A system is provided for hanging an overhead sign from a ceiling. The system includes an elongated member, a connector member, and a fastening mechanism. The elongated member includes an elongated portion and a set of two nodes formed on opposing ends of the elongated portion. A first node is configured to be coupled to the overhead sign. The connector member includes a hook, an extended portion, and a disk. The extended portion defines a first end and a second end opposite the first end. The hook extends from the first end of the extended portion and is coupled to the second node. The disk extends radially outwardly from the second end of the extended portion for rotatable attachment to the ceiling. The fastening mechanism is inserted through the second node and the hook of the connector member.

Abstract: An apparatus for hanging an article from a door. In one aspect, the inventive apparatus can comprise a mounting system that can be used to hang a mirror, piece of art, or other flat article that is positioned within a frame to a door without the need for a screw driver or any other tools.

Abstract: A mount system for a monitor attaches the monitor to a supporting surface such as a wall in two positions. In the first position, the mount system attaches the monitor in a flush position, and in the second position, the mount system attaches the monitor in a tilt position.

Abstract: An article for covering the edge of mirror whereby said article may be used to conceal a variety of mirror mounting clips, and a method for covering the edge and concealing the clips of a mounted mirror are disclosed herein.

Abstract: A frame leveler is disclosed that automatically levels picture frames, and mirror frames. A pivotable, weighted bob is used as a gravity reference to control a lock that unlocks the extension of a cable on the side of a frame that is tilted up with respect to the other side, when the frame is not level. The extensible cable is let out until the frame is once again level, at which point the extensible cable is locked and prevented from extending further. When the frame side is tilted down with respect to the other side, or the frame is level, the extensible cable is locked and prevented from extending on that side.

Abstract: A mirror assembly includes a mirror and a hanger assembly secured to the mirror. The hanger assembly has a hanger fitting that defines a plurality of apertures, and a locking element that is slidably coupled to the hanger fitting to be movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. The mirror assembly further includes a chassis having a plurality of support members sized and positioned to engage the plurality of apertures in the hanger fitting. When the locking element is in the locked position, the plurality of support members are prevented from disengaging the hanger fitting.

Abstract: A lid holding device is composed of an elongate sliding member held within a mounting base. The sliding member travels linearly with respect to the mounting base. The sliding member has a retainer clip. The mounting base has a pair of retainer clips connected to wing sections angling outward from the mounting base. The retainer clips engage the rim of a lid to hold it in place. The sliding member can travel to increase the distance between the retainer clips, thus accommodating a wide range of lid diameters.

Abstract: A holder for mounting conduits and tubes at a carrier in airplanes, including a basic body and at least one slide-in part. In this context, the basic body has a recess for receiving the slide-in part. The slide-in part is held in an end position in the recess. By means of the slide-in part, the basic body may be disposed at the carrier. The holder is designed to receive conduits and tubes with a diameter in the order of magnitude of 30 to 50 mm thickness.

Abstract: Devices for hanging a display board frame wherein a first bracket is mounted on a wall and has a hook on one end supportingly engaging a channel on a corresponding first edge of a display board frame and a second cooperating bracket having a slotted portion is slidingly mounted on the wall in a position corresponding to a second edge of the display board frame spaced apart and opposed to the first display board edge and the second bracket has a hook on its end in alignment with a channel on the second edge of the display board frame; and the display board is releasably secured on the wall when the upper bracket is slid against the display board frame until its hook engages the channel on the second edge of the display board frame, The invention also includes a method for hanging a display board frame including the steps of securing the first bracket on the wall with its hook engaging the channel on one edge of the frame, securing the second slotted bracket on the wall with its hook spaced away from the second

Abstract: A sensor alignment tool (10) for use in the installation of sensors (S), particularly a pair of sensors such as are used in a security system or the like. Once a proper location for the sensors is identified, a mounting base (12a–12d) for one of the sensors is located adjacent a surface where the sensors are to be installed. The tool is then employed with two sets (16, 20) of adjustment rods (18, 22) to properly locate and align the sensor mounting base for the other sensor. Tolerant mounting washers are used to mount both bases to the surfaces to which they are to be attached. Once the mounting bases are properly aligned, the tool is removed and the sensors installed in their respective mounting bases.

Abstract: Devices for hanging a display board frame wherein a first bracket is mounted on a wall and has a hook on one end supportingly engaging a channel on a corresponding first edge of a display board frame and a second cooperating bracket having a slotted portion is slidingly mounted on the wall in a position corresponding to a second edge of the display board frame spaced apart and opposed to the first display board edge and the second bracket has a hook on its end in alignment with a channel on the second edge of the display board frame; and the display board is releasably secured on the wall when the upper bracket is slid against the display board frame until its hook engages the channel on the second edge of the display board frame, The invention also includes a method for hanging a display board frame including the steps of securing the first bracket on the wall with its hook engaging the channel on one edge of the frame, securing the second slotted bracket on the wall with its hook spaced away from the second

Abstract: The present invention resides in a picture hanger for hanging picture frames, mirrors and other objects that are too heavy for normal hanging devices. The picture hanger comprises a wall mount unit and a picture mount unit which removably engage each other, resulting in a properly aligned picture frame or other object on a wall.

Abstract: Picture or Plaque Hanging Aid comprising: a length of stretchable elastic band, a rigid hook fixedly attached to each end of said band, and a bead frictionally mounted to said elastic band so that said bead can be slid to any portion of said band and remain in place when released. A preferred embodiment includes wherein a plurality of beads are frictionally mounted to said elastic band for marking a plurality of anchor placing locations. The user hooks the elastic band to the back of the plaque or picture, slides the ball to the anchor fastening location, places a transferrable mark on the bead with an ink pen so that when the picture or plaque is placed in the desired location on a wall, the mark is transferred to the wall thereby indicating the spot where a picture or plaque hanging anchor is to be fastened to the wall.

Abstract: A paper holder (100) comprising a base (10), a pair of front and rear jaws (21 & 22) provided on the base (10) for gripping a sheet of document by its lower end to holder generally upright. A hinge (30) connects the front jaw (21) to the base (10) for pivotal movement relative to the rear jaw (22) for opening and closing the jaws (21 & 22). A spring (35) resiliently biasses the front jaw (21) towards the rear jaw (22). The front jaw (21) has an upper surface (23A) extending over and above the base (10) for pressing by a user to pivot the front jaw (21) away from the rear jaw (22) against the action of the spring (35). The jaws (21 & 22) have respective inner surfaces (25A & 26A) for gripping, which are of comparable size as each other and are curved in a complementary manner.

Abstract: A track system for adjustably mounting objects to a structure, such as a wall having an uneven surface, includes a track, and a plurality of longitudinally spaced connectors. Each connector consists of an adjuster and a fastener. The adjuster preferably includes a threaded sleeve, and a foot having a flat bottom surface for bearing against the surface of the structure. Each threaded sleeve is dimensioned to fit within a corresponding threaded aperture in the back wall of the track. The adjuster preferably includes a pivoting foot which provides full wall surface contact notwithstanding local surface irregularities. The track may include a back wall assembly and a cover. The back wall assembly preferably includes a plurality of sliding wall sections which are tied to a footer and a header by means of a tie-bar. The cover preferably includes a magnetic metal plate which contacts a magnet located on the tie-bar, when the cover is fitted over the back wall assembly.

Abstract: A device to assist in proper picture hanging including a bracket having a generally inverted J-shaped configuration. The bracket is comprised of an adjustable vertical component and an adjustable horizontal component. The bracket is positionable with respect to the framed picture with the horizontal component spanning the upper edge and the vertical component positioned on the back face. A marking protrusion is secured to the lower segment of the vertical component of the bracket.

Abstract: A track system for suspending a wall hanging on a wall surface comprises a track, a plurality of longitudinally spaced connectors, and at least one carriage having a suspending device. Each connector consists of a threaded sleeve, a pair of nuts, a washer, a wood screw and a center point guide to protect the wall surface. Each threaded sleeve is dimensioned to fit within a corresponding aperture in the back wall of the track and to receive a pair of nuts on its threaded outer surface. The nuts are positioned on the threaded sleeve on either side of the track's back wall so that the back wall is securely gripped between the nuts. The lateral offset distance between the back wall of the track and the wall surface can be adjusted by changing the relative position of the nuts on the threaded sleeve so as to compensate for any irregularities in the wall surface.

Abstract: A wall plate holder comprising two opposing parts that are held together by a bracket and a coiled spring. The bracket has a number of hooks that allow the effective size of the holder (i.e. the distance between fingers on the parts that grip around the periphery of a plate). In this way the same holder can be safely and satisfactorily used for a wide range of diameter plates.

Abstract: A heavy duty suspension device for attachment to a wall, and which includes a turnbuckle assembly provided with triangular-shaped retaining members for attachment to hooks at the ends of bars which are secured respectively to the object to be suspended, as well as the wall.

Abstract: A bracket for omni placement of heavy objects at the planar face of a wall by cantilevering the hanging center from the next adjacent underlying stud, especially adapted to dry-wall construction, and characterized by a mounting secured by spaced top and bottom fasteners, a cantilever arm to fixed to the mounting to extend right or left against the wall, and a hanger slide selectively positioned along the arm to receive a support wire or hook for suspension of the object.

Abstract: A rear-view assembly for a vehicle includes a mirror and an anti-dazzle adaptor which is movably mounted in front of the mirror and which includes an optical cell having at least one electrically adjustable luminous characteristic selected from the group consisting of transmissivity and reflectivity. The anti-dazzle adaptor for a rear-view device of a vehicle includes an optical cell having at least one electrically adjustable luminous characteristic selected from the group consisting of transmissivity and reflectivity; and means for movably mounting the anti-dazzle adaptor on the rear-view device of the vehicle.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method and apparatus for storing and hanging various articles. The storage and hanging system comprises an article receiver which is adjustable secured to a support and which is adjustable to a plurality of different positions such that articles may be hung on one or more rails of the receiver. Subsequently, the article receiver may be collapsed to a closed position so that the stored articles consume a relatively small amount of space. The system is convenient in that it provides a combination of storage containers, and jewelry clips and other clips, along with a mirror which is particularly useful when the system is being used, for example, at a school, office or even during traveling. The system is conveniently designed to be hung on a door or other suitable surface, but it is contemplated that the support for the article receiver may be mounted directly to a surface.

Abstract: A holder for a plate designed to be mounted on a vertical wall or other surface having a circular plate-engaging rigid wire ring and a plurality of bendable wire loops spaced about and secured to such wire ring, such wire loops being adapted to be bent over and around the edges of the plate positioned on said ring to secure such plate fixedly against the ring. Also secured to such ring is a hang loop adapted to engage over a projection such as a nail or screw to hang said ring and associated plate on a wall or the like.

Abstract: An artwork mounting peg has a spacer connected to a cap by a neck so that a groove is defined between the cap and the spacer. Means are provided for attaching the peg to a wall or other object onto which artwork is to be mounted. When the artwork mounting peg is attached to a wall, the artwork is placed in the groove to secure the artwork a short distance off the wall.

Abstract: A display system for art work includes a molding bracket attached to the top of a wall and a plurality of vertical display units which are attached to and slidable along the molding bracket. Support brackets from which the art works are hung attach to the vertical display units and move vertically along a central track. Preferably, the art work is hung using support bars, which are shaped to fit into the support brackets. Each of the support bars includes a center recess which matches the shape of a slot in the support brackets. When the support bar engages the support bracket, the recess and the slot mate to lock the art work against rotation. The molding bracket and the vertical display units each include a central track, along which the attached units or support brackets move.

Abstract: A plate holder for hanging a plate to a wall for display, comprising a spiderweb-like net and hooks to attach the plate to the net. The net is preferably made of peripheral threads positioned to form a plurality of concentric circles equally spaced and linked together with a set of radial threads positioned in pairs. The net is placed behind the plate and the hooks are positioned to simultaneously engage the plate lip and one of the concentric circles according to size of plate. For a better fitting, the hooks are provided with two snapping recesses, located at different positions on the hooks, for grabbing the net. For smaller plates, the external circles on the net can be cut off. The hooks are made of a material that is not likely to scratch the plates, such as nylon. The plate holder is then fixed to the display site, such as a wall, by a means, such as a conventional painting hook, grabbing one of the threads of the net.

Abstract: A supporting plate of transparent plastic and having parallel side edges has plural holding bars with integrally molded hooks on each end engaged over the opposite side edges of the plate. The bars have flat faces that drawn against the back surface of the plate, and shallow off-sets along the edges of the bars co-act with the back of the plate to form slots that supportingly receive the edges of cards to display the surfaces of the cards through the transparent plate. Permanent magnets adhered to the backs of the cross bars magnetically support the plate, the cross bars and the cards from iron walls of cabinets and appliances.

Abstract: A picture hanger or fastener device for securing or mounting framed pictures upon a wall that includes a readily deformable body, having a distal end with a centrally located opening therein for the attachment of said hanger/fastener to the wall, and having a proximal end which is readily bendable or deformable about said picture frame or a structural element of a picture frame.

Abstract: A picture hanging device particularly designed for hanging framed and unframed pictures and artwork. The picture hanging device is designed so that it is easily attachable to the backing of a picture and a wire can be looped over a nail or screw inserted in a wall so that the picture will hang in a substantially vertical position. The device comprises a body having tapered arms extending upwardly until said arms come to substantially a point, and a plurality of holes; and a wire looped through said holes. At least one side of said body and arms form a substantially vertical plane, and at least two sides of said body extend outwardly and downwardly away from said body.

Abstract: A device for supporting and displaying a decorative article such as a plate or plaque. The device comprises a pair of similar flat base members, for attachment to upper and lower edge portions of the supported article, and an uninterrupted elastic band extending around portions of the base members to draw them toward each other for snug engagement with the supported article.

Abstract: A unitary, molded plastic device for holding and displaying a decorative article, such as a plate, from a vertical surface, such as a wall, which holder includes an annular body member having projecting radially outward therefrom three support members that include hook elements, for engaging and holding said plate, and positioning elements, for spacing said holder from a wall on which said holder is supported.

Abstract: The invention relates to a holding fixture for releasably connecting at least two wall elements and comprising holding clamps which grippingly extend around the margins of at least one rear wall element and a front wall element arranged substantially parallel thereto and which are releasably connectable to the rear wall element.

Abstract: A device for adjustable and releasable strapping or binding of objects, particularly plates held for display. The binding feature of the present invention involves a toothed strap held in place by a releasable clasp. The plate holding feature of the present invention provides hooks for grasping the periphery of a plate and provides an adjustable strap for holding those hooks snugly in place. The resulting device firmly holds the plate without obstructing a clear view of it.

Abstract: A clip for portrait frames and for framing components in general includes a metal strip that deforms elastically and is so shaped as to wrap around one edge of a portrait frame, a first terminal part of the clip is in contact with the front surface of the portrait frame, and a second terminal part of the clip, at the opposite end to the former, is engageable in a slot formed in the outer surface of the back part of the frame.

Abstract: A plate holder for displaying an ornamental plate on a wall surface has three radial arms joined in a common center and spaced at fixed 120.degree. angles from each other to form a rigid planar structure. Each of the arms has a flat rear surface which together define a back plane such that the holder may be hung flat against a wall. The outer end of each of the arms has a plate retaining portion which extends over the rim to secure retain the plate between the arms. At least one of the plate retaining portions is adjustable along a radial direction to permit insertion of the plate within the holder and also to accommodate plates of different diameters.

Abstract: The mounting assembly is for supporting a plate in an attitude suitable for display. The assembly includes a frame having a first generally flat and circular inner plate portion and a second integral curved outer rim portion around the outer periphery of the plate portion. Together the portions form a generally concave shaped cavity for receiving a plate on the inner surface thereof. A plurality of elongated slots are provided in and extend through the rim portion. Each slot extends from the outer edge of the rim portion towards the plate portion. A plurality of radially spaced apart protuberances are located on the outer surface of the rim portion along a longitudinal edge of each slot. An adjustable clip is slidable in each slot, with each clip including a cradle adapted to receive and to engage a peripheral edge portion of a plate when mounted thereon.

Abstract: A framing device which includes a plurality of diametrically opposite adjustable arms to tension the frame by pressing against the inner surfaces of the corner joints.

Abstract: An improved hanger having two pieces engageable and slidable with respect to each other. Curved guide grooves in one piece are engaged by projecting portions of leaf springs on the other piece. The curved guide groove corresponds to an arc of a circle. Each guide groove has one or more detents intermediate the ends of the groove.

Abstract: A spring-biased easily located frame clip mounting system is disclosed for "frameless" picture mounting in which a U-shaped clip is slipped over a backing, picture and glass sandwich and is held in place by a spring attached to a plow-type anchoring device having teeth which are initially pushed through the backing at an angle, such that spring tension causes the plow teeth to dig into the backing to hold the plow anchor securely to and flat against the backing. The anchor in one embodiment is provided with an aperture and liquid adhesive is dripped through the aperture once the anchor is in place to permanently secure the anchor to the backing.

Abstract: A drawer for electric cabinets including a frame, at least a removable front panel and a locking device for locking the panel to the frame. The locking device comprises two horizontal cross-members rotatable about axes defined by the frame and includes channel shaped parts to grip edges of the panel. Two handle blocks fixed to the frame have relevant handles, which may act as hinge elements for cooperating with other hinge elements fixed to the panel, in order to provide a temporary support and swinging device for the panel when it is removed from the frame.