Hanging object retaining device

Abstract

A device and kit to retain hanging objects that is wall mounted and does not require additional structures mounted to the hanging object. The device can have at least one base configured to be adjacent to the wall and at least one tab extending from and at approximately right angles to the second face. Various means of attaching the base can be used such as adhesives, nails, and the like. Where a nail is used, the base can have a hole to allow passage of the nail. In use, the device can have one tab or two tabs at right angles. Where two tabs are used, the device is suited for placement at a lower corner of a frame. The device may be presented as a kit having a plurality of identical bases or a variety of sizes and shapes, double sided adhesive tape, nails, and packaging.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates generally to a device and kit to retain hanging objects and, more particularly, to a device and kit to retain hanging objects that is wall mounted and does not require any modification of or additional structures mounted to the hanging object.[0003]2. Related Art[0004]As is known in the art, hanging objects such as picture frames frequently and inevitably shift from a true centered or desired position. This can be caused by cleaning or other forces that may cause a wall to vibrate.[0005]Anchoring devices are known in the art to attempt to overcome these causes and hold such hanging objects in a constant position. For example U.S. Pat. No. 3,604,673 to Klein and U.S. Pat. No. 2,643,840 to Lanman disclose a two-part device that attaches to a picture frame and a wall. Mating groove and ridge elements prevent lateral displacement. Also, U.S. Pat. No. 4,211,382 to Bonfils and U.S. Pat. No. 4,875...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

"The present invention is a device and kit for retaining hanging objects that can be wall mounted without any additional structures. The device has a base with two faces and a tab extending from the second face. The base can be attached to the wall using adhesives or nails. The device has one or two tabs at right angles and can be placed at a lower corner of a frame. The device can be provided as a kit with different sizes and shapes of bases and packaged with adhesive tape or nails. The technical effect of the invention is to provide a convenient and easy way to hang objects on a wall without needing to modify the object or the wall."

Problems solved by technology

This can be caused by cleaning or other forces that may cause a wall to vibrate.

Unfortunately, in all known instances in the prior art, the two-piece arrangement is unnecessarily expensive and often difficult to install, given the number of steps needed and the alignment of 4 pieces between the wall and the picture frame.

Thus, while various devices are known to achieve the goal of holding a frame or various other hanging objects in place, none have demonstrated the simplicity and abilities of the current design.

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