Abrasive flooring material and method of making same
OwnerJames N. Rockwell JR.inventor
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Abstract
The present disclosure relates to a floor covering that is compatible for installation with surrounding carpet tiles, that is aesthetically compatible with surrounding carpet tiles, and that includes an abrasive component for removing dirt. The carpet tile of the present disclosure includes a monofilament component that aggressively dislodges dirt from pedestrian footwear. The carpet tile further includes a cushioned backing that increases the underfoot comfort to users thereof. The carpet tile can be made from solution dyed yarns or can be dyed or printed after construction.
Claims24
A carpet tile comprising an upper textile surface having pile extending upwardly therefrom and a cushioned lower surface attached to said upper surface, wherein said textile surface comprises a first yarn type and at least about 25% of a second yarn type, said first yarn type being a synthetic yarn and said second yarn type being a monofilament yarn, and wherein said cushioned lower surface comprises at least one adhesive layer and at least one foam layer.
A process for making an abrasive flooring material, said process comprising the steps of:
- (a) providing a textile upper surface having a first yarn type and a second yarn type, wherein said first yarn type is a synthetic yarn and said second yarn type is a monofilament yarn;
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- (b) securing said textile upper surface to a cushion backing, said cushion backing comprising at least one adhesive layer and at least one foam layer.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.