Interior wall and ceiling covering

#1. Technical Field

#The present invention generally relates to interior wall and ceiling coverings and, more particularly, to an interior wall or ceiling covering fabricated from corrugated cardboard. Specifically, the present invention relates to a corrugated cardboard product for interior spaces such as crawl spaces, closets, attics, basements, and garages that may be used as an alternative to drywall. The product includes flame, smoke, water, and moisture resistant capabilities allowing it to be used in dwellings.

#2. Background Information

#FIG. 1 is a perspective view of one corner of a room utilizing the wall covering product of the first embodiment of the present invention.

#FIG. 2 is a side elevational view of the wall covering product of the first embodiment of the present invention.

#FIG. 2A is an enlarged view of the encircled portion of FIG. 2.

#Similar numbers refer to similar parts throughout the specification.

#The first embodiment of the wall covering product of the present invention is indicated generally by the numeral 10 in FIGS. 1-7A. Wall covering 10 is generally fabricated in the form of panels formed from corrugated cardboard. The structure of the cardboard may be best seen in FIG. 2A. Each panel of wall covering 10 includes a first face 12, a second face 14, and an interior corrugation layer 16. Wall covering 10 may be provided in a variety of thicknesses but it is preferred that each panel of wall covering 10 is approximately one-eighth inch thick. In other embodiments, the thickness may be one-quarter inch, three-eighths inch, or one-half inch. In still other embodiments, the thickness may be as great as one inch if such a thickness is desired for a particular application. Wall covering 10 is preferably treated with a fire retardant agent.

#Wall covering 10 is used to cover studs 18 in rooms such as garages, basements, utility rooms, closets, crawl spaces, or attics. Wall coverings 10 may also be used in rooms such as bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, etc. Wall covering 10 provides a clean, smooth, aesthetically pleasing covering to studs 18. Wall covering 10 provides these benefits while being extremely easy to bring home from the store, install, and clean up after. Each panel 10 is light weight, may be cut with a utility knife or scissors, or may be hung to studs 18 with simple connectors such as the staples 20 depicted in the drawings. In other embodiments of the invention, nails, screws, or other types of penetrating connectors may be used in place of staples 20. In still other embodiments, panels 10 may be glued or otherwise adhered to studs 18. Other types of connectors are also envisioned such as interference fit connectors. These may include clips or velcro.