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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 05, 2010
Filed:
Jan. 23, 2006
Ryan B. Bishop, Jamestown, NC (US);
Brande Seth Cross, Greensboro, NC (US);
Ashley M. Fortenberry, Charlotte, NC (US);
Ryan B. Bishop, Jamestown, NC (US);
Brande Seth Cross, Greensboro, NC (US);
Ashley M. Fortenberry, Charlotte, NC (US);
Newell Window Furnishings, Inc., High Point, NC (US);
Abstract
The window hardware system of the invention comprises a variety of different types of poles in different finishes, colors and styles. A variety of different types of finials are also provided in different colors, materials, styles and shapes. A variety of different types of separate collars are also provided where certain types of collars may match the color, style and finish of the poles. A connection mechanism is provided to connect the finial, collar and pole to one another such that any combination of finial, collar and pole can be assembled. The body of the finial can have a modular construction such that the finial can be assembled from a variety of components to create a custom look.