Window film frame assemblies for installation over windows and methods
Assignee3M Innovative Properties Company
InventorRobert J. Reuter
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Abstract
A method, apparatus, and kit adapted for installation over windows or the like. Included is a window film frame assembly that comprises a frame having a plurality of frame segments and a plurality of connector members. Pressure-sensitive adhesive strips are attached to one side of the frame and serve to attach a generally flexible film sheet structure thereto. The film sheet structure is provided so as to conform to the shape of the frame across the frame opening. The film sheet structure does not have an exterior surface coated with an adhesive material.
Claims25
A film frame assembly adapted for installation over an opening defined by an assembly, the film frame assembly comprising:
- a frame defining a frame opening:
- one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions on at least one side of the frame;
- and a generally flexible film sheet structure attached to the one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions for covering the frame opening, wherein the film sheet structure has stiffness so as to conform to the shape of the frame across the frame opening.
A film frame assembly in combination with a window assembly defining an opening adjacent a window, wherein the film frame assembly is adapted for installation over the window, the combination comprises:
- the film frame assembly including a frame defining a frame opening;
- one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions applied to at least one side of the frame;
- and a generally flexible film sheet structure attached to the one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions for covering the frame opening, wherein the film sheet structure has stiffness so as to conform to the shape of the frame across the frame opening.
A method of making a window film frame assembly adapted for installation over a window in a window assembly, the method comprising:
- providing a frame defining a frame opening;
- applying one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions to at least one side of the frame;
- and providing a generally flexible film sheet structure attached to the one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions so as to cover the opening;
- the film sheet structure is generally stiff and conforms to the shape of the frame when attached across the frame opening.
A kit comprising:
- a frame defining a frame opening;
- one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions on at least one side of the frame;
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- a generally planar film sheet structure that is attachable to one or more pressure-sensitive adhesive portions for covering a frame opening, wherein the film sheet structure is generally stiff and remains generally planar when attached across the frame opening.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.