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US 5,873,209 AGranted
Frame with integral environment resistant members
AssigneeBurns, Morris & Stewart Limited Partnership
InventorRichard C. Hagel
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Abstract
A construction component for improved moisture, decay and insect resistance. The component preferably includes a plurality of members of which certain portions are comprised of materials resistant to moisture, decay and insects. The resistant member(s) are integrally connected to wood portion(s) to provide a single, low cost structure.
Claims20
A frame, comprising:
- a top jam;
- two side jambs having upper and lower portions that are integrally formed, said upper portion being made of wood, said lower portion being a durable moisture, decay, and insect resistant material made from a second material.
A construction component comprising:
- a first portion and a second portion that are integrally joined, said first portion being made of wood, said second portion being a durable material made from a second material selected from the group consisting of materials other than wood, materials other than wood in formulation with wood particles, and wood adapted to be moisture, decay, and insect resistant.
A window frame comprising:
- a top frame jamb;
- two side frame jambs;
- said two side frame jambs each having upper and lower portions that are integrally formed, said upper portion being made of a first material, said lower portion being a durable moisture, decay, and insect resistant material made from a second material.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.