Wooden door stopper

Abstract

To provide a very convenient wooden door stopper that is lightweight due to its wooden structure, has no risk of damaging a front door, can keep a door open even when a chain lock is in use, does not get in the way because it is stored in a state attached to the front door, will not get lost, and can be used immediately when needed.SOLUTION: A wooden door stopper includes at least: a generally wedge-shaped pawl portion having a sloped surface that contacts the bottom end surface of a door, a bottom surface that contacts the floor, and a rear end portion, with the sloped surface and the bottom surface forming an acute angle; and a handle portion fixed to the rear end portion of the pawl portion, the pawl portion and the handle portion being made of wood.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] To provide a wooden door stopper which is lightweight and can keep a door open without a person bending over, making it easy for an elderly person to use, and which can keep the door open with a chain lock engaged. [Background technology]

[0002] Many apartment complexes and housing developments have a balcony and large windows on the south side, with the front door on the opposite side. Leaving the balcony-side window and front door open improves ventilation, keeping the house cool and comfortable. However, front doors are usually equipped with door closers, which are designed to automatically close the door if you let go of it while it is open. Therefore, various door stoppers have been developed and sold to keep front doors open.

[0003] Door stoppers are convenient for keeping doors such as entrance doors open, but they require the user to bend down and manually install, release, and retrieve them, which places strain on the lower back. Therefore, prior art door stoppers have been disclosed that incorporate a support post so that they can be installed, released, and retrieved without bending down, reducing strain on the lower back (Reference 1). [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Registered Utility Model No. 3225435 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The prior art of Patent Document 1 has advantages in that it has a support post, allowing the door stopper to be installed without bending over, and is hygienic because it does not require the use of hands. However, because it is made of metal or resin, it is heavy and difficult for elderly people to handle, and its hardness can damage the front door when in use. Furthermore, it cannot be used sideways, which means that the front door cannot be opened even slightly when the chain lock is engaged. Furthermore, because it is large and bulky, it requires a place to store it when not in use, which can be a nuisance.

[0006] To solve these problems, the present invention provides a very convenient wooden door stopper which is made of wood, lightweight, has no risk of damaging the entrance door, can keep the door open even when a chain lock is in use, can be stored attached to the entrance door so that it does not get in the way, will not get lost, and can be used immediately when desired. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] In order to achieve the above object, the wooden door stopper according to claim 1 of the present invention is characterized in that it comprises at least a substantially wedge-shaped pawl portion consisting of a sloped portion in contact with the bottom end surface of the door, a bottom portion in contact with the floor, and a rear end portion, with the angle between the sloped portion and the bottom portion being an acute angle, and a handle portion fixed to the rear end portion of the pawl portion, and the pawl portion and the handle portion are made of wood.

[0008] By adopting this configuration, the wooden door stopper of the present invention is made of wood and comprises a wedge-shaped pawl with an acute angle between its sloped and bottom surfaces, and a handle extending approximately vertically from the rear end of the pawl. After placing the wooden door stopper of the present invention in a predetermined position, the user holds the open entrance door while holding the handle and pulls it up, lifting the bottom edge of the entrance door onto the sloped surface of the pawl. This inserts the pawl into the gap between the exterior floor and the bottom edge of the entrance door, thereby holding the entrance door in the predetermined open position. Since the user can grasp the handle and the door handle with both hands, they do not need to bend over to operate the door, making it easier to use. Therefore, even elderly people who find bending difficult or people with chronic back problems can use the door stopper without straining their backs.

[0009] In addition, because the wooden door stopper of the present invention is made of wood, its surface is soft and there is no risk of it damaging the front door or floor. Therefore, it can be used sideways. Also, because it is made of wood, it is lightweight and easy to handle, making it easy for the elderly and children to use.

[0010] The wooden door stopper according to claim 2 of the present invention is the wooden door stopper according to claim 1, characterized in that one or more magnets are provided on the side of the handle.

[0011] This structure allows the wooden door stopper of the present invention to be stored by attaching it to the front door of an iron entrance, so it does not get in the way when not in use, and it will not get lost.Furthermore, since it is attached to the front door, it can be used immediately when needed, which is very convenient.

[0012] The wooden door stopper according to claim 3 of the present invention is characterized in that in the wooden door stopper according to claim 1 or 2, a cushioning material is provided on the lower side surface of the handle.

[0013] By adopting this configuration, the wooden door stopper of the present invention has cushioning materials on the sides of the handle and the latch, which further prevents damage to the front door even when used sideways. Therefore, the door can be kept open with a smaller opening than when the wooden door stopper of the present invention is facing forward. Therefore, the front door can be kept open even when a chain lock or door guard is in use, allowing ventilation while preventing burglars and robbers from entering. Therefore, by combining it with a chain lock or door guard, the front door can be ventilated while providing security.

[0014] The wooden door stopper according to claim 4 of the present invention is characterized in that the lower end of the handle is flush with the bottom surface of the pawl in the wooden door stopper according to claim 3. The wooden door stopper according to claim 5 of the present invention is characterized in that the bottom surface is provided with an anti-slip member in the wooden door stopper according to claim 4.

[0015] With these configurations, the wooden door stopper according to claim 4 is stable when held upright because the handle is flush with the bottom surface of the latch, and the larger contact area between the rear end of the latch and the handle allows for a strong connection. Furthermore, the wooden door stopper according to claim 5 is equipped with a non-slip member on the bottom, so it can keep the front door firmly open in the desired position. A non-slip member may also be provided on the lower end of the latch.

[0016] Furthermore, the wooden door stopper according to claim 6 of the present invention is characterized in that, in the wooden door stopper according to claim 5, a height adjustment member is provided on top of the sloping portion of the latching portion and fixed to the sloping portion with double-sided tape or wood screws.

[0017] With this configuration, the wooden door stopper of claim 6 of the present invention includes a height-adjusting member on the sloped surface of the latch. Therefore, the height-adjusting member allows the door to be used without damaging it, even if there is a large gap between the floor and the bottom edge of the door. The height-adjusting members can be fastened to each other or to the latch with double-sided tape or wood screws. The pressure applied when the door is closed presses down on the height-adjusting member, and because there is a handle at the end of the member, the height-adjusting member will not come off the latch or another height-adjusting member. [Effects of the Invention]

[0018] The wooden door stoppers of claims 1 to 6 of the present invention have a handle, which eliminates the need for users to bend over while working, making them easier to use. Therefore, even elderly people who find bending over painful or those with chronic back problems can use them without straining their backs. Furthermore, the handle is equipped with a magnet, allowing it to be attached to a steel front door for storage. This makes the wooden door stopper of the present invention unobtrusive and unlikely to be lost when not in use. Furthermore, since it is attached to the front door, it can be used immediately when needed, making it extremely convenient. Furthermore, the cushioning material on the side of the handle allows it to be used sideways, preventing damage to the front door. Therefore, even when a chain lock or door guard is in use, the front door can be kept open, preventing burglars and robbers from entering while still allowing ventilation. Furthermore, the anti-slip material on the bottom allows the front door to be kept securely open in the desired position. Furthermore, the simple structure shortens manufacturing time, and since wooden door stoppers are cheaper than metal materials, manufacturing costs are low. It can also be used as a stopper for hinged doors due to aging, etc. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0019] [Figure 1] 1 is a schematic perspective view of a wooden door stopper according to an embodiment of the present invention; [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic perspective view of the wooden door stopper according to the embodiment of the present invention, seen from the opposite side of FIG. 1. [Figure 3] FIG. 10 is a schematic perspective view of a wooden door stopper according to another embodiment of the present invention, in which a height adjustment member is used. [Figure 4] FIG. 10 is a schematic perspective view showing a state in which a wooden door stopper according to another embodiment of the present invention is attached to a front door for storage. [Figure 5] 1 is a schematic perspective view showing a state in which a front door is opened using a wooden door stopper according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Figure 6] 1 is a schematic perspective view showing a wooden door stopper according to an embodiment of the present invention with the front door open and the chain locked; FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0020] As shown in Figures 1, 2 and 3, a wooden door stopper 1 according to the present invention is composed of at least a latch part 2 and a handle part 3. The wooden door stopper 1 has a base length of 10 to 15 cm, a width of 2 to 3 cm, and a handle length of 50 to 90 cm.

[0021] The latch portion 2 is made of wood and is composed of at least a sloped portion 2-1 that extends upward from below the entrance door 20, a bottom portion 2-2 that contacts the floor, and a rear end portion 2-3 that is fixed to the handle portion 3. The sloped portion 2-1 and the bottom portion 2-2 form an acute angle, forming a roughly wedge shape. The wooden door stopper 1 secures the entrance door 20 with the latch portion 2 inserted between the lower end surface 20-1 of the entrance door 20 and the floor 30. That is, the sloped portion 2-1 secures the entrance door by extending upward against the lower end surface 20-1. Because the latch portion 2 is made of wood and has a soft surface, it will not damage the entrance door 20 or the floor 30. The pawl portion 2 has a bottom portion 2-2 approximately 11 cm long and 2.5 cm wide, a rear end portion 2-3 approximately 4.5 cm high, and an acute angle portion 2-4 cut off to a height of 0.5 mm, which is suitable for ease of use.

[0022] The handle 3 is made of wood, and its lower end is in contact with the floor surface 30. The rear end 2-3 of the latch 2 is firmly secured to the side of the lower end by a wooden frame 3-1, as shown in FIG. 1, and is furthermore firmly secured with wood screws 8, as shown in FIG. 2. This prevents the latch 2 from coming off the handle 3. Because the handle 3 is made of wood, the door will not be damaged even if the front door 20 is opened using the side, as shown in FIG. 6. Also, as shown in FIG. 2, the lower side of the handle 3 is provided with a rubber or resin cushioning material 5, and one or more magnets 6 are provided in the middle of the side of the handle 3. A handle approximately 2.5 cm square and approximately 60 cm long is preferable because it is lightweight, easy to grip, easy to work with, and provides good ventilation when using the side. The upper part of the handle 3 has a string hole 3-2 through which a string 7 can be threaded.

[0023] The anti-slip member 4 is attached to the bottom surface 2-2 of the latch part 2 and is made of rubber or resin, and increases the friction with the floor surface 30 to prevent slipping, so that the wooden door stopper 1 can continue to stay in place against the closing force of the door closer of the entrance door 20. The anti-slip member 4 also has the effect of preventing damage to the floor surface.

[0024] The buffer material 5 is made of rubber or resin and is adhered to the side of the handle 3 and the side of the latch 2, preventing damage to the front door 20. It also prevents the wooden door stopper 1 from slipping and keeps it in place.

[0025] The magnet 6 is embedded in the side of the handle 3 and is fixed by adhesive. When the wooden door stopper 1 is not in use, it can be stored by sticking it snugly to the steel entrance door 20. This means that it is not bulky when stored and does not get in the way, and it is not likely to get lost. Furthermore, when you want to use it, the wooden door stopper 1 is located on the entrance door 20 you want to use, so you can use it immediately as it is, which is very convenient.

[0026] The string 7 is convenient because it can be held in the hand or hung around the wrist when carrying the wooden door stopper 1.

[0027] The height-adjustable member 9 is made of wood and, as shown in FIG. 3, can be placed on the sloped portion of the latch 3 to adjust the height of the slope. Therefore, in apartment buildings and other buildings where the passageway has a sloped drainage area and there is a large gap between the floor 30 and the door bottom surface 20-1, the wooden door stopper 1 of the present invention can still function as a door stopper by placing the height-adjustable member 9 on the sloped portion 2-1. The height-adjustable member 9 can be made to various heights, such as approximately 1.0 cm, 1.5 cm, and 3.0 cm, and the height-adjustable members 9 can be stacked on top of each other. Furthermore, double-sided tape is preferably used to attach the height-adjustable members 9 between the sloped portion 2-1 and the height-adjustable members 9, and between the height-adjustable members themselves, because the pressure applied when the door is closed presses down on the height-adjustable members 9 in the direction that prevents them from coming off and requires little effort. However, wood screws can also be used.

[0028] Next, an example of a method for manufacturing the wooden door stopper 1 according to the present invention will be described. First, the pawl portion 2, the handle portion 3, and the height adjustment member are prepared, all cut to a predetermined shape. Then, a predetermined position on the handle portion 3 is carved to create a recess for embedding the magnet 6, and the string hole 3-2 is bored out. Next, adhesive is applied to the rear end portion 2-3 of the pawl portion 2, which is then fitted into the wooden frame portion 3-1 of the handle portion 3 and secured with wood screws 8. The anti-slip member 4, the buffer material 5, and the magnet 6 are then secured in their predetermined positions with adhesive to complete the product. If necessary, the height adjustment member 9 can be attached to the sloped portion 2-1 with double-sided tape.

[0029] An example of how to use the wooden door stopper 1 according to the present invention will now be described with reference to Figure 5. First, grasp the handle 21 with your left hand to open the front door 20. Then, with your right hand, grab the wooden door stopper 1, which is attached to the front door 20 by the magnet 6, and remove it from the front door 20. Then, while still holding the wooden door stopper 1 with your right hand, place the wooden door stopper 1 at the desired open position, approximately perpendicular to the front door 20. Next, pull the front door 20 to close it with your left hand, placing the door's bottom edge 20-1 on the sloped portion 2-1 of the wooden door stopper 1 to secure the front door 20. Release your hands and confirm that the front door 20 and the wooden door stopper do not move due to the anti-slip effect of the anti-slip member 4 of the wooden door stopper 1. This allows the front door 20 to be kept open. If the height of the door lower end surface 20-1 is too high to place the door lower end surface 20-1 on the sloped portion 2-1, the height adjustment member 9 is first fixed to the sloped portion 2-1 with double-sided tape, and then the lower end portion 20-1 is placed on and fixed to the height adjustment member 9 in the same manner as described above.

[0030] Another example of how to use the wooden door stopper 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to Figure 6. First, after locking the chain lock 22, the user grasps the handle 21 with the left hand to open the front door 20. The wooden door stopper according to the present invention, which is attached to the front door 20 by the magnet 6, is then grasped with the right hand and removed from the front door 20. Then, while still gripping the wooden door stopper 1 with the right hand, the user places the wooden door stopper 1 sideways so that it is in contact with the front door frame 20-2. The user then further pulls the front door 20 with the left hand until the buffer material 5 of the wooden door stopper 1 contacts the front door 20 and the side opposite the latch portion 2 contacts the front door frame 20-2, thereby sandwiching and securing the wooden door stopper 1 between the front door 20 and the front door frame 20-2. This allows the front door 20 to be left slightly open to allow ventilation while the chain lock 22 remains engaged and in a security state.

[0031] To remove and store the wooden door stopper 1 according to the present invention, first, while holding the wooden door stopper 1 with your right hand, push the front door 20 in the opening direction with your left hand to remove the door bottom surface 20-1 from the sloped portion 2-1, as shown in Figure 4. Then, attach the wooden door stopper 1 to the iron front door 20 using the action of the magnet 6, and close the front door 20. In this way, the wooden door stopper 1 can be stored on the front door 20, so it will not get lost or get in the way.

[0032] The wooden door stopper 1 of the present invention, with its handle 3, eliminates the need for users to bend over while working, making it easier to do so. Therefore, even elderly people who find bending over painful or those with chronic back problems can use it without straining their backs. Furthermore, the handle 3 is equipped with a magnet 6, allowing it to be attached to a steel entrance door 20 for storage. This prevents the wooden door stopper 1 from getting in the way or being lost, and it is extremely convenient because it can be used immediately when needed. Furthermore, the cushioning material 5 on the side of the handle 3 allows it to be used sideways, preventing damage to the entrance door 20. Therefore, even when a chain lock 22 or door guard is in use, the entrance door 20 can be kept open, preventing burglars and robbers from entering while allowing ventilation. Furthermore, the anti-slip member 4 on the bottom surface 2-2 allows the entrance door 20 to be kept open without slipping. Furthermore, the simple structure shortens manufacturing time, and since wooden materials are cheaper than metal ones, manufacturing costs are low. [Industrial Applicability]

[0033] It can be widely used in the field of keeping doors open. [Explanation of symbols]

[0034] 1: Wooden door stopper 2: Pawl stopper 2-1: Slope 2-2: Bottom part 2-3: Rear end 2-4: Sharp angle part 3: Handle 3-1: Wooden frame 3-2: String hole 4: Anti-slip material 5: Cushioning material 6: Magnet 7: String 8: Wood screws 9: Height adjustment member 20: Entrance door 20-1: Bottom edge of door 20-2: Entrance door frame 21: Toride 22: Chain lock 30:Floor

Claims

1. The wooden door stopper is characterized by comprising at least a wedge-shaped pawl portion consisting of a sloped portion in contact with the lower end surface of the door, a bottom portion in contact with the floor, and a rear end portion, with the angle between the sloped portion and the bottom portion being an acute angle, and a handle portion fixed to the rear end portion of the pawl portion, wherein the pawl portion and the handle portion are made of wood.

2. 2. The wooden door stopper according to claim 1, wherein one or more magnets are provided on the side of the handle.

3. 3. The wooden door stopper according to claim 1, wherein a cushioning material is provided on the lower side surface of the handle.

4. 4. The wooden door stopper according to claim 3, wherein the lower end of the handle is flush with the bottom surface of the pawl.

5. 5. The wooden door stopper according to claim 4, wherein the bottom surface is provided with an anti-slip member.

6. 6. The wooden door stopper according to claim 5, further comprising a height adjustment member on the sloped surface of the pawl, the height adjustment member being fixed to the sloped surface with double-sided tape or wood screws.

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