A new type of floor plug for floor installation

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of building materials technology and discloses a novel floor plug for floor installation. The floor plug includes a main support block with a protrusion fixedly disposed on its top. The floor plug is available in two sets of different lengths, and the pads are available in several sets of different thicknesses. The floor plug engages with the corresponding pads. This utility model can flexibly adapt to various gap requirements of outdoor flooring. The main support block slides and engages with the pads via a fitting groove, making installation convenient and efficient. It can also be used with existing products, saving mold costs, and the marking area on the pads facilitates quick identification of the selected component.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of building materials technology, specifically a novel floor plug for floor installation. Background Technology

[0002] In outdoor flooring installation projects, to prevent rainwater accumulation and ensure adaptability when the flooring deforms due to temperature changes, a gap of a specific width must be reserved between the floorboards. Precise control of this gap directly affects the lifespan and user experience of the outdoor flooring. Currently, the industry commonly uses specialized floor plugs to control this gap. By embedding the floor plug into the gap, a uniform gap width is ensured, meeting drainage and deformation adaptation requirements. However, existing floor plugs for outdoor flooring installation have significant limitations: Firstly, traditional floor plugs are mostly integrated fixed structures with fixed dimensions and thicknesses. When facing different outdoor scenarios, different specifications of molds need to be developed specifically, producing multiple models of specialized floor plugs, resulting in high mold costs. Furthermore, construction companies need to stock multiple specifications of products, increasing inventory and procurement costs. Secondly, some traditional floor plugs have poor compatibility with the flooring, or require additional tools for fixing during installation. This not only reduces construction efficiency but may also lead to insufficient gap control precision due to installation deviations, resulting in problems such as rainwater accumulation and floor warping. Meanwhile, in outdoor construction scenarios, construction companies often face situations where they have some general-purpose accessories on hand but cannot be directly used for floor gap control. They need to purchase special floor plugs, which increases construction costs and may also delay the construction period due to untimely supply of special products. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a novel floor plug for floor installation.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a novel floor plug for floor laying, comprising a floor plug, the floor plug comprising a main support block, a protrusion fixedly disposed above the main support block, the floor plug having two sets of different lengths, the floor plug engaging with corresponding pads, and the pads having several sets of different thicknesses.

[0005] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0006] The main support block is slidably connected to the pad block through symmetrically arranged fitting grooves on both sides.

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0008] The top of the protrusion is triangular, the middle part of the protrusion is rectangular, and the four corners of the rectangle are all rounded.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] The pad includes a support block, and the support block has interlocking toothed edges on both sides.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The two sets of toothed edges symmetrically arranged in the middle of the support block are slidably connected to the fitting grooves on both sides of the main support block, and the fitting grooves are engaged with the toothed edges.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] The support block has an installation hole at its upper end, an identification area on one side of the installation hole, and several sets of connection holes symmetrically arranged on both sides of the support block.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] The lower end of the support block is trapezoidal.

[0017] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. This utility model does not require the development of special molds, which significantly reduces the cost of mold investment; and the floor plug is provided with two sets of different length models, and the pad is provided with several sets of different thickness models. The floor plug and the pad are slidably connected and snapped together through the interlocking groove and the toothed edge, which can flexibly adapt to different gap control requirements in outdoor flooring installation. There is no need to customize special floor plugs of various specifications, which further reduces resource waste and cost expenditure.

[0019] 2. The top of the protrusion is triangular, the middle of the protrusion is rectangular with rounded corners, which can accurately embed the pad and facilitate the removal of the pad later; the bottom of the pad is trapezoidal, which can enhance the contact stability with the ground and prevent the floor plug from shifting during the installation process; in addition, the mounting holes at the top of the support block facilitate the installation operation, the marking area can quickly distinguish different sizes of pads, and several sets of connection holes on both sides can flexibly expand the connection function according to actual needs, thus improving the efficiency and stability of outdoor flooring installation. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an S-type floor plug for floor installation proposed in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of an L-type floor plug for floor installation proposed in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the S-type floor plug and pad block fitting together for a novel floor plug used in floor laying.

[0023] Figure 4 This invention presents a schematic diagram of the L-type floor plug and pad block fitting together for a novel floor plug used in floor laying.

[0024] Legend:

[0025] 1. Floor plug; 11. Main support block; 12. Fitting groove; 13. Protrusion; 2. Pad block; 21. Support block; 22. Fitting toothed edge one; 23. Mounting hole; 24. Connecting hole; 25. Marking area; 26. Toothed edge two. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] Example 1:

[0028] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown in the figure, this embodiment provides a novel floor plug for floor installation, including a floor plug 1. The floor plug 1 includes a main support block 11, and a protrusion 13 is fixedly provided on the top of the main support block 11. The floor plug 1 is provided with two sets of different lengths. The floor plug 1 is engaged with a corresponding pad block 2. The pad block 2 is provided with several sets of different thicknesses.

[0029] Understandable, Figure 1 The floor plug is shown only schematically of some of its components; the actual shape, size, location, and construction of these components are not subject to change. Figure 1 Due to limitations, floor plugs can also include, compared to Figure 1 More or fewer parts.

[0030] In this embodiment, a pad 2 of the corresponding width is selected based on the gap width between the floorboards. Then, a floor plug 1 of the corresponding length is matched according to the inner spacing of the selected pad 2. The floor plug 1 is available in S and L sizes, with the L size being longer than the S size. After the floor plug 1 and pad 2 are snapped together, they are embedded into the gap. By adapting the pad 2 to the gap width, the main support block 11 supports the floorboards on both sides of the gap, thus fixing the gap width and calibrating the flatness. The pad 2 is precisely selected according to the gap width to avoid gap adaptation deviation; the floor plug 1 matches the size of the pad 2 to ensure a firm snap-fit, fixing the gap width without additional adjustments, thus improving the accuracy and efficiency of gap adjustment.

[0031] Specifically, the main support block 11 is slidably connected to the pad block 2 through symmetrically arranged fitting grooves 12 on both sides.

[0032] In this embodiment, a floor plug 1 with inner toothed edge 26 matching the fitting groove 12 is selected. During installation, the fitting grooves 12 on both sides of the main support block 11 are aligned with the toothed edge 26 of the pad block 2 and slid along the groove, so that the protrusion 13 is embedded into the reserved groove of the floor, fixing the gap width. The matching selection of the fitting groove 12 and the toothed edge 26 of the pad block 2 ensures that the floor plug 1 and the pad block 2 are tightly connected, and the two sets of symmetrical fitting grooves 12 prevent the floor plug 1 from shifting, ensuring a uniform gap width.

[0033] Specifically, the top of the protrusion 13 is triangular, the middle of the protrusion 13 is rectangular, and the four corners of the rectangle are all rounded.

[0034] As a preferred implementation, the protrusion 13 is embedded in the pre-reserved groove of the floor. The triangular top guides the quick insertion into the groove, reducing the difficulty of installation. The rectangular middle part fits against the groove wall, restricting the floor from shifting inward into the gap and fixing the gap width adapted by the pad 2. The size of the protrusion 13 is adapted to the pad 2 and the gap width according to the model of the floor plug 1, ensuring the gap fixing effect.

[0035] Specifically, the pad 2 includes a support block 21, and the support block 21 has interlocking toothed edges 22 on both sides.

[0036] It should be noted that the interlocking toothed edge 22 is a protruding structure at the lower end of both sides of the support block 21. One toothed edge is provided on each side, extending along the length of the support block 21. The toothed edge is continuously serrated, which enhances the friction when in contact with the ground base, prevents the pad block 2 from shifting, ensures the long-term stability of the gap width, and avoids the gap from deforming when the floor is under pressure.

[0037] Specifically, the two sets of toothed edges 26 symmetrically arranged in the middle of the support block 21 are slidably connected to the fitting grooves 12 arranged on both sides of the main support block 11, and the fitting grooves 12 are engaged with the toothed edges 26.

[0038] In a preferred embodiment, when the support block 21 and the main support block 11 are engaged, the second toothed edge 26 is embedded in the fitting groove 12, fixing the relative position of the support block 21 and the main support block 11. This ensures that the pad 2 stably maintains its fit to the gap width, while the main support block 11 provides auxiliary support, preventing the gap width from changing due to component displacement. The matching selection of the second toothed edge 26 and the fitting groove 12 ensures a stable connection between the floor plug 1 and the pad 2. The two sets of symmetrical structures provide double displacement restriction, ensuring that the gap width fitted by the pad 2 does not shift, improving overall support stability, and facilitating the removal of the pad 2 through the floor plug 1 after the floor is fixed.

[0039] Example 2:

[0040] Specifically, the upper end of the support block 21 is provided with a mounting hole 23, a marking area 25 is provided on one side of the mounting hole 23, and several sets of connecting holes 24 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the support block 21.

[0041] It should be noted that the marking area 25 of the pad 2 displays model information, making it easy for users to select the corresponding pad 2 according to the actual situation. The connecting hole 24 is used to splice multiple sets of pads 2 of the same width in long gap scenarios. The tool is inserted and adjusted through the mounting hole 23 to adjust the position of the pad 2. Finally, the matching floor plug 1 is selected according to the size of the pad 2 to complete the gap adjustment. The marking area 25 simplifies the selection process of pad 2 according to the gap width; the connecting hole 24 supports continuous adaptation for long gaps; the mounting hole 23 improves positioning accuracy, ensures consistent gap width, and the subsequent matching of the floor plug 1 with the size of the pad 2 ensures the overall adjustment effect.

[0042] Specifically, the lower end of the support block 21 is trapezoidal.

[0043] In this embodiment, when the trapezoidal lower end of the support block 21 contacts the base layer, it increases the force-bearing area, disperses the pressure transmitted by the floor, avoids the base layer from sinking and causing the pad block 2 to shift, ensures that the pad block 2 has a stable fit to the gap width, and avoids the gap width from changing due to the sinking of the pad block 2.

[0044] When using, select the appropriate thickness of the pad 2 according to the floor gap requirements, and then match the appropriate length of the floor plug 1 according to the inner spacing of the pad 2; during installation, slide and snap the fitting grooves 12 on both sides of the main support block 11 of the floor plug 1 to the toothed edge 26 in the middle of the pad 2, so that the protrusion 13 on the top of the floor plug 1 is embedded in the reserved groove of the floor.

[0045] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A novel floor plug for floor installation, characterized in that: Includes a floor plug (1), the floor plug (1) includes a main support block (11), a protrusion (13) is fixedly provided on the top of the main support block (11), the floor plug (1) is provided with two sets of different lengths, the floor plug (1) is engaged with a corresponding pad (2), the pad (2) is provided with several sets of different thicknesses.

2. The novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main support block (11) is slidably connected to the pad block (2) through the fitting grooves (12) arranged symmetrically on both sides.

3. The novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the protrusion (13) is triangular, the middle part of the protrusion (13) is rectangular, and the four corners of the rectangle are all R-angles.

4. A novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pad (2) includes a support block (21), and the support block (21) has a toothed edge (22) on both sides.

5. A novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 4, characterized in that: The two sets of toothed edges (26) symmetrically arranged in the middle of the support block (21) are slidably connected to the fitting grooves (12) arranged on both sides of the main support block (11), and the fitting grooves (12) are engaged with the toothed edges (26).

6. A novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 5, characterized in that: The upper end of the support block (21) is provided with an installation hole (23), and a marking area (25) is provided on one side of the installation hole (23). Several sets of connecting holes (24) are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the support block (21).

7. A novel floor plug for floor installation according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lower end of the support block (21) is trapezoidal.

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