Molded objects such as tables, chairs and the like

#The invention relates to a method of manufacturing molded objects, especially shelves, tables, stools, and chairs, by molding cold-curable molding materials to a semifinished product, as well as objects molded in this fashion, with a cold-molded edge.

#It is known to provide objects for daily use, especially tables, with an edge which is "cold-molded" by a special method.

#The term "cold molding" is understood by an individual skilled in the art to be a method of joining by molding cold-curing materials with in situ polymerization to a semifinished product. In contrast to the known injection molding method, no significant pressure is exerted during molding in the cold-molding method, and no significant external heat is applied, so that the molding material cures by a chemical reaction in a cold state.

#The invention is described hereinbelow with respect to embodiments and with reference to the attached drawing in greater detail.

#FIG. 1 is a table constructed according to the invention before molding, in an exploded perspective view;

#FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a table according to FIG. 1 after molding, whereby the legs have not been inserted;

#In the perspective view of a table 1 according to the invention, table top 2 is shown with table top edge 3 to be molded as well as support frame 4 in an exploded view. Any suitable material may be used as the table top material. The surface of the table top can be coated, for example, with laminated material, such as Resopal or Formica. In addition, wood veneer or metal coatings may be used, and can merge continuously with the edge profile after molding as described hereinbelow.

#Support frame 4 according to FIG. 1 is made rectangular and provided at each corner with sockets 5 to accept interchangeable legs or supports 6.

#FIG. 2 shows the molded and assembled semifinished product, consisting essentially of table top 2 and support frame 4. The feet or supports 6 are not shown as having been inserted in sockets 5.