Abstract: Methods for attaching solid plank hardwood floor boards to a concrete floor surface with no wood layer between the boards and the concrete floor surfaces yield floors including a concrete floor surface with such floor boards adhesively attached and with no wood layer between the boards and the concrete floor surface.

Abstract: A sandwich panel for high strength wall and covering assemblies, comprising at least a plate element and at least a fretted element, glued to the plate element, the fretted element comprising a sheet metal plate having a size substantially like that of the plate element and a cross-section having a profile including a plurality of adjoining integral trapezium shape elements each defining a top and a bottom flat portion.

Abstract: Apparatus and methods for reinforcing an opening in a support member such as a joist.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for covering a roof with seamable sheet material for roofing prepared from a polymeric composition of matter comprising the steps of: applying layers of sheet material prepared from a seamable polymeric composition of matter to the roof being covered, overlapping adjacent edges of said layers, and adhering the overlapped areas to provide an acceptable seam strength; wherein the composition of matter comprises an interpolymer of ethylene, propylene, and at least two nonconjugated dienes, each having one reactive double bond.

Abstract: Methods for creating relatively wide surface coverings and surface covering components by seaming together relatively narrow surface coverings and surface covering components are disclosed. The surface coverings are seamed together with a barely visible or invisible seam by lining up two sheets together and taping them together on one surface at the seam. In one embodiment, the taped surface is the top surface of a surface covering, i.e., the surface that includes the design. The sheets can include thermoplastic polymers. The taped surface is placed downward, and a gluing surface is exposed. The gluing surface is the surface on the two surface coverings to be joined that are in contact with each other. The gluing surface can either be exposed by raising the taped region or by lowering one or both sides adjacent the taped region. A suitable adhesive is applied to the gluing surface, and the raised region is lowered or the lowered sides are raised to the original height.

Abstract: A releasable bonding system especially suited for releasably bonding impermeable floor coverings (6) such as vinyl and linoleum in tile and sheet form to a floor surface (5). On preparing a suitable surface (5), a quantity of a first water-based adhesive (4) is applied, into which a porous intermediate membrane (7) can then be laid and brushed over carefully. Once a convenient area of the porous intermediate membrane (7) has been laid, a second adhesive (2) may be applied, into which the impermeable covering (6) can then be laid and rolled in the usual manner. The second adhesive (2) dries through the porous intermediate membrane (7) to the floor surface (5). At a time of replacement or repair, when the floor covering is removed (6), the porous intermediate membrane (7) is also removed, leaving an undamaged floor surface (5) with an adhesive residue which may either be washed away to remove it or have fresh adhesive applied over it.

Abstract: A building construction connector has a horizontal seat portion, a pair of vertical side walls extending vertically upwardly from opposite sides of the seat portion, and forming a U-shaped recess therewith, an adhesive attachment on the seat portion, and a readily removable protective cover on the adhesive attachment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a single-sided adhesive vapor barrier tape 1 having a vapor barrier strip 2 which has a width BD between 40 cm and 100 cm and, on each of its two long edges 3, has a single-sided adhesive vapor barrier strip 4, each adhesive vapor barrier strip 4 being provided on its adhesive side with a protective means 7 which can be pulled off separately and prevents inadvertent adhesion of the adhesive strips 4. This adhesive vapor barrier tape is particularly suitable when producing a vapor-tight joint at a ridge purlin. In addition, the invention relates to a method of producing such a vapor-tight joint when finishing a roof at a ridge purlin.

Abstract: A building construction configuration comprising an assemblage of wood sheathing panels positioned adjacent one another to form a panel assembly having elongated joints between adjacent panels, and reinforcement strips of fiber reinforced polymer material bonded to the panels. The reinforcement strips cover an area that is within the range of from about 5 to about 50 percent of the surface area of the panels. In another embodiment of the invention, there is provided a method of constructing a building comprising applying wood sheathing panels to a framework to form a building shell, bonding reinforcement strips of fiber reinforced polymer material to the wood sheathing panels to bond at least some of the wood sheathing panels to each other, and covering the building shell with a finished exterior.

Abstract: A reinforced elastomeric membrane installed over a new, or existing, non-reinforced waterproof elastomeric membrane of a roof covering and the method of installing the reinforced elastomeric membrane in a continuous and watertight condition that will offer more continuous puncture resistance than current art. The overlapped edge portions of the two membranes (i.e. the new or existing EPDM membrane and the new reinforced EPDM membrane) are sealed together by an intervening adhesive layer. Using reinforced EPDM as walkways to, around, and between serviceable roof top curb units, roof hatches, and roof access points, on new or existing non-reinforced EPDM roofs, provides a greater degree of continuous protection than current art.

Abstract: A laminated decorated board which can give a solid and luxurious feel by laminating a plurality of plate materials, without increasing weight. Plate materials 1 and 2 for constructing a headboard A as a decorated board are laminated to each other. A plurality of sinks 5 are densely formed on an inside surface of the plate material 1, except a peripheral edge thereof. Thus, thin board portions 6 are partially formed by the sinks 5, thereby enabling the thick and solid headboard A to be lightened.

Abstract: The modular molding system of the present invention comprises a plurality of modular molding sections for covering the joint formed between a vertical wall and a ceiling to create a crown molding. The sections, preferably formed of a thin plastic vacuum-molded material, include an angled faced portion and a horizontal alignment portion interconnected with the angled face portion. The molding sections include a first straight end and a second angled end. The angled ends are used for forming coped corner moldings, the angled end of one section contacting the face of another section at a right angle. A desired length of linear molding is formed by overlapping the straight end of a first section over the angled end of a second section. This process can be repeated to form a molding of desired length. The molding sections are flexible to abut to an uneven surface of a vertical wall. The horizontal alignment portion carries an adhesive which allows the molding to be adhered to a ceiling.

Abstract: A hybrid waterproofing structure and a construction method therefor are provided to prevent water leak on a housetop or roof, in which the structure is improved to take merits of an asphalt sheet and a coating waterproof material and supplement demerits thereof. The hybrid waterproofing structure includes a waterproof sheet in which the edges of connection portions keep a predetermined distance from each other, when the waterproof sheets are laid on the upper surface of a slab layer, where bottom hair roots of a nonwoven fabric are implanted and fused into the upper surface of an asphalt sheet, and upper hair trunks of the nonwoven fabric are protruded externally, and a coating waterproofing layer formed by coating liquid-phase coating waterproofing material on the upper surface of the waterproof sheet.

Abstract: A crack repair method for pavement and recreational surfaces includes a slip layer formed over a filled crack which prevents the adhesion of at least one stretchable sheet to the crack while wider outer edges of the sheet are bonded to the top pavement surface. Optionally a second wider stretchable sheet is adhesively applied over the first sheet. Outer edges of the uppermost stretchable sheet are optionally covered by fiberglass fabric strips. In one aspect, the slip layer is formed of one or more tape strips adhesively joined on one side to the filled crack and to the top surface of the pavement surrounding the filled crack.

Abstract: Flat strip lamella (10) for reinforcing load-bearing or load transferring building components e.g. concrete, wood, steel, natural stone or masonry. The flat strip lamella (10) has a composite structure consisting of a plurality of parallel aligned, bendable or flexible carrying fibers (26) and a binding matrix (28) joining the carrying fibers to each other and making them shear resistant. The lamella can be attached facewise to the surface of the building component to be reinforced, using adhesive (16). In order to be able to bend the flat strip lamella over corner edges of a building component, the binding matrix (28) consists of a thermoplastic synthetic material.

Abstract: A thermoplastic multi-layer composite structure is disclosed and consist in a first embodiment of a co-extruded, acrylic polypropylene outer skin and high melt strength polypropylene substrate which is attached to a first surface of a polypropylene foam core. An inner polypropylene skin can be provided and is attached to a second surface of the foam core. The foam core can either be constructed from an expanded polypropylene or an extruded polypropylene. Where an expanded polypropylene foam core is provided, the foam core is attached to the outer and inner skin through the use of a polypropylene adhesive. Where the extruded polypropylene foam core is provided, the skins can be attached to the foam core through a welding or bonding process in lieu of adhesives. The polypropylene adhesives can also be utilized for attaching the skins to the extruded foam core. Additionally, the extruded foam core can vary in density to provide a composite foam core.

Abstract: A building material having a durable exterior finish comprising a fiber cement substrate laminated with a fluorohydrocarbon protective film. The protective film provides the fiber cement substrate with resistance to weathering and maintains the surface texture of the underlying fiber cement substrate while providing an aesthetically pleasing and uniform pre-finish on the exterior surface. The protective film is bonded to the fiber cement substrate using an adhesive composition comprised of a one-component moisture cure polyurethane or polyurea adhesive composition having a reactive isocyanate compound or a two component polyurethane or polyurea composition.

Abstract: A method of providing a roof structure having a plurality of purlins spaced apart from one another in a parallel arrangement includes the first step of providing a carriage carrying a supply of netting. The carriage is then moved along the length of the purlins in a first direction from a first portion of the roof structure to a second portion of the roof structure, such as for example, one end of the roof structure to the other end. Movement of the carriage dispenses the netting between the first and second portions. A supply of support sheet is then provided. A first section of the roof structure is constructed which includes purlins, the netting, and the support sheet. The carriage is then moved along the length of the purlins in a second direction opposite the first direction and towards the first portion of the roof structure. Movement of the carriage dispenses the support sheet above the netting.

Abstract: The flooring includes a treading layer extending in a given plane, and supporting formations extending from the treading layer along respective directions of extension, in which at least some of the supporting formations extend with their respective direction of extension, which is oblique with respect to the given plane of the treading layer. The supporting formations include first supporting formations in the form of a first array of ribs, which are substantially parallel to one another and extend from said treading layer with their respective directions of extension, which are oblique with respect to the given plane of the treading layer, and second supporting formations include a second array of ribs, which extend from the treading layer in a substantially orthogonal direction with respect to the given plane of the treading layer and are set crosswise with respect to the first array of ribs.

Abstract: The present invention is a method of making a building wall panel or building wall panel system. The building wall panels are made by taking a standard panel of metal roof decking having alternating ridges and channels and attaching a length of board stock, such as a concrete board. These panels are then able to be attached to a steel frame or other type building shell.

Abstract: An aqueous composition is essentially free of organic solvents, plasticizers and additional tackifiers and contains water and 20-99% by weight of a polymer and 1-80% by weight of a filler, the percentages by weight being based on the sum of the components of the aqueous composition, with the exception of water.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved flashing system and method for controlling water and air intrusion around windows, doors, louvers and other wall penetrations. More specifically, the invention utilizes commercially available products such as coated polyethylene sheet material and elastomeric rubber adhesive sealant in a unique manner. It has been found that this polyethylene coated material can be creased and folded to form a flashing component and serve to control water and air intrusion. Prior to this invention, a separate pre-molded termination accessory was required to effectively seal corner areas around window and door rough openings. Additionally, the invention provides for full perimeter flashing and supplemental sealing at selected joint locations prior to installation of a closure member in the opening to prevent water and air intrusion around windows, doors and other building openings.

Abstract: A sealed roof and a method of sealing a roof is disclosed. The sealed roof is of the type having a inclined substrate with a first layer of shingles attached thereto. A sealing means is positioned adjacent at least a portion of the first layer of shingles. A second later of shingles is placed over the sealing means and attached to the roof.

Abstract: An insulated roof or wall structure is formed by creating a depth of drape to the approximate thickness of the R-value of a fiberglass insulation batt in a draped, untaut sheet of vapor barrier material which defines an insulation cavity in which the fiberglass is located thereby minimizing compression of the fiberglass and approximating in the structure its intended R-value.

Abstract: Reinforcement of structures in high moisture environments is achieved by applying reinforcement layers which include a fabric portion (34) and an uncured resin portion (56) where the uncured resin contains a conversion agent and a thickening agent. The uncured reinforcement layer (44) is cured in place about the structure to form a composite reinforcement shell (32). The uncured reinforcement layer (44) is formed from woven or stitched unidirectional fabric. The invention finds particular use in reinforcing bridge supports and pilings which are at least partially submerged in water. Containment layers are used to prevent resin dilution and de-lamination during curing of the reinforcement structure. The resin used is non-toxic with respect to aquatic wildlife.

Abstract: A seamless floor-to-wall baseboard for providing a sanitary, easy-to-clean transition from a resilient thermoplastic floor residing on a subfloor to a spaced-apart wall. The baseboard is fabricated from resilient thermoplastic flooring material having the same thickness as the floor. A plurality of longitudinally-extending parallel spaced-apart grooves are formed in one side of the baseboard for permitting the baseboard to be folded along its length to define a transition zone between a subfloor-engaging portion and a wall-engaging portion of the baseboard. The subfloor-engaging portion includes a distal side edge adapted for being abutted against and joined to a proximal edge of the floor to form a smooth, easy-to-clean joinder line. The wall-engaging portion is adapted to engage the wall at substantially right angles to the subfloor-engaging portion and at an angle relative to the transition zone of greater than 90 degrees.

Abstract: A waterproof sheet fixing member for fixing a waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet on a structure to be waterproofed, includes a plate-like main member made of thermoplastic resin, and a conductive multi-aperture sheet having an upper surface and a lower surface. The conductive multi-aperture sheet has a plurality of joining apertures each communicating the upper surface with the lower surface, and is integrally provided in the main member. A method of fixing the waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet includes the steps of fixing the fixing member on a surface of the structure, spreading the waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet on the surface of the structure, and induction heating the conductive multi-aperture sheet via the waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet to melt a portion where the main member contacts the waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet. Thus, the main member is integrally welded to the waterproof thermoplastic resin sheet.

Abstract: A photovoltaic building material comprises a substrate having one or more photovoltaic generating devices encapsulated thereupon. The substrate includes a body of contact adhesive material, preferably protected by a release layer. The material is readily installed onto a roof, wall or other portion of a building structure by use of the adhesive. The material can also be used for the custom fabrication of power generating modules, and such modules and methods for their manufacture are disclosed herein.

Abstract: Proceeding for the construction of light self-supporting walls, which being able to be assembled in situ as from panels previously produced, destined to the closing of spaces between ceilings and floors of buildings; this proceeding characterized because it includes the following steps: a) producing rectangular, self-supporting panels with expanded polystyrene its density being at least 20 Kg/cm3; b) as from the floor of application, setting up the panels fixing its inferior borders against the floor and joining the different panels one with the other by their side borders by means of an adherent compatible with polystyrene; c) on the main faces of the set up panels apply an adherent material until its covers all the surface in an uniform way; and d) covering the main faces with a termination lining or layering.

Abstract: The invention provides for a system, method and components adapted for the cosmetic enhancement of overpass structures, said system comprising plastic sheeting adapted for attachment to overpass structures. The method comprising attaching plastic sheeting adapted for covering overpass structures to the overpass by way of suitable attaching means, and the plastic sheets being adapted for such use.

Abstract: A corner bead is of the tape-on type, having an elongated metal core strip with a longitudinal arcuate nose and a pair of flanges extending outwardly from the nose at approximately a right angle. A cover strip of paper is bonded to the exterior surface of the core strip, and includes wings which project outwardly beyond the extent of the flanges. The cover strip is formed of a stock paper having high abrasion resistance, tensile strength, and which is dimensionally stable on contact with wet joint compound. The surface of the cover strip is abraded to partially loosen the surface fibers, which will increase the bond strength of the comer bead when installed on wallboard. The method of manufacturing a tape-on corner bead includes the steps of conditioning a strip of stock paper by abrading the surfaces of the paper, and then bonding the paper strip to an outward face of an elongated core.

Abstract: A method of attaching a covering material, such as carpeting, to a concrete surface, includes applying a first adhesive over a concrete surface, providing a steel barrier including a plurality of projections extending from the bottom surface thereof, pressing the steel barrier over the adhesive such that the projections are embedded therein, and bonding the covering material over the barrier. The moisture-proof barrier construction of the present invention includes a concrete layer, a steel barrier, which is adhesively mounted to the concrete layer and includes a plurality of projections extending from the bottom surface thereof that are embedded into an adhesive between the concrete layer and the steel barrier. The barrier includes a covering material which is adhesively mounted on the steel barrier.

Abstract: A sealed roof and a method of sealing a roof is disclosed. The sealed roof is of the type having a inclined substrate with a first layer of shingles attached thereto. A sealing means is positioned adjacent at least a portion of the first layer of shingles. A second later of shingles is placed over the sealing means and attached to the roof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a motor-vehicle window (1) provided with a peripheral region which engages, at leas in places, with a sealing element (4). The motor-vehicle window (1) can be fitted both in a fixed manner and in a moveable or sliding manner. The surface of the motor-vehicle window (1) is provided, at least in the peripheral region of contact with the sealing element (4), with a structurization (2) which produces a large number of locally delimited areas of contact between the sealing element (4) and the motor-vehicle window (1). In this way, excessively high adhesion forces, with the occurrence of noise during a relative movement between the window (1) and the sealing element (4), are avoided.

Abstract: A method of flooring using butting panels fixed to a frame primarily of joists, joints transverse of the longitudinal axes of the joists being largely unnogged. To support such joints unsupported by a framing element reliance is placed on panel edge to panel edge adhesion. In a preferred form particle board panels each provided with an edge groove have the effect of ensuring both a sufficient availability of adhesive for an effective butt joint whilst, in addition, providing a keying or splining between the adjacent panels.

Abstract: A method for reinforcing an existing wall structure which is capable of preventing buckling of end surfaces of the wall structure and increasing earthquake-resistance ability by imparting restricting force evenly to the end surfaces of the wall structure.

Abstract: A sealed roof and a method of sealing a roof is disclosed. The sealed roof is of the type having a inclined substrate with a first layer of shingles attached thereto. A waterproof membrane is adhered to at least a portion of the first layer of shingles. A second layer of shingles is placed over the waterproof membrane and attached to the substrate.

Abstract: The specification describes a wall base which is preferably provided by an elongate strip of carpeting with a pair of spaced-apart strips of double-sided adhesive tape on the back of the strip of carpeting covered by a release liner. For a 3 to 6 inch wide carpet strip, the strips of adhesive tape are preferably spaced apart by a distance of from about ¼ inch to about 2 inches, one being positioned close by adjacent the top edge of the carpet strip and the other spaced from the bottom edge.

Abstract: This invention provides reinforced, water-resistant structures, and methods of manufacturing and installing such structures. These structures include bituminous mastic material having first and second major surfaces and semi-rigid, open mesh material disposed within the mastic material. The structure may be prefabricated or assembled in situ and can be bonded to an underlying substrate by the application of heat or pressure to form an adherent bond. The reinforced structure has a tensile strength of at least about 300 psi or more.

Abstract: A method of adhering roof tiles to a roof utilizes a one-component adhesive and in particular, a one-component polyurethane adhesive foam applied to the undersurfaces of the roof tiles in a discontinuous patterns. The adhesive is applied in the form of separate deposits at opposing corners of the undersurfaces of the roof tiles and the roof tiles are laid on the roof in serial fashion and overlapping courses.

Abstract: A finished flooring underlayment is disclosed including a flexible membrane which is resistant to water, mold and deterioration under wet or dry conditions, and which has intertwined filaments bonded to the membrane surface that act as mortar reinforcement and as gauges to provide a uniform thickness of application for cementicious mortar. The mortar is provided separately and is mixed to a suitable consistency with either water or latex additive, then poured or placed on the mat, utilizing the gauges provided by the filaments to effect a uniform thickness of application. This mortar hardens to a strong, load bearing surface or slab suitable for application of finished flooring.