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Multi-functional coffee table

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-10-19
CALVANESE AMY
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"The present invention is a table with removable coasters that have a functional side and a flat side. The coasters can be flipped over to remove clutter and restore the table's appearance. The functional side of the coasters can be used for various functions such as holding vases, bowls, or other items. The table can be used for coffee tables, desks, or end tables. The technical effect of the invention is that it provides an added built-in function to the table with the advantage of being able to flip the coasters over to remove clutter and restore a normal appearance to the surface of the table."

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However, the use of coffee tables for so many purposes often leaves them cluttered.

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[0013] The present invention relates to a unique table and design thereof. One preferred embodiment of the invention relates to a unique coffee table having one or more multi-functional coasters that are removably embedded within the table top surface. One side of the coaster(s) can be flat so to be almost flush or slightly raised (or lowered) in relation to the rest of the table top surface when seated upon a coaster seat flat side-up. The other side of the coaster(s) can be a functional form thus providing added built-in function to the table when the coaster is seated functional side-up.

[0014]FIG. 1 illustrates one embodiment of the invention. This embodiment of the table 5 generally comprises: a table top 1, four legs 2 (the fourth leg not shown in FIG. 1) and four removably attached, multi-functional coasters 3.

[0015] The multi-functional coasters 3 are seated upon coaster seats located within four coaster apertures (coaster apertures and coaster seats not shown in FIG. 1 but...

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a uniquely functional table. One embodiment of the invention generally comprises: a table top, one or more table top supports, one or more coaster apertures with coaster seats, and one or more multi-functional coasters seated upon the coaster seats and which are removably embedded within the table top surface. One side of the coaster(s) can be flat so to be flush or slightly raised in relation to the rest of the table top when seated upon the coaster seat within the table flat side-up. The other side of the coaster(s) can be a functional form thus providing added built-in function to the table when the coaster is seated functional side-up.

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RELATION TO PRIOR PATENT APPLICATIONS [0001] The present non-provisional patent application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 672,644 filed on instant inventor on Apr. 19, 2005, which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF INVENTION [0002] The present invention relates to a uniquely functional table. More specifically, the invention relates to a uniquely functional table having one or more removably embedded functional coasters. BACKGROUND OF INVENTION [0003] Coffee tables are ubiquitous in modern residences. Coffee tables provide a surface for food and drink, displaying decorative items, and storing other materials and items. However, the use of coffee tables for so many purposes often leaves them cluttered. A need exists for a table that provides built-in multi-functionality without a cluttered appearance. SUMMARY OF INVENTION [0004] The present invention relates to a uniquely functional table. More specifically, the invention rela...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47B91/00A47G29/00B65D19/00
CPCA47G23/03A47B13/16
Inventor CALVANESE, AMY
Owner CALVANESE AMY