초록 ▼

A structure for decks or other structures is disclosed which utilizes recycled plastic lumber decking planks which slide onto a rigid frame. The frame includes supporting members having protruding "T"-shaped connectors which selectively fit into preformed grooves on the side surfaces of the plastic

A structure for decks or other structures is disclosed which utilizes recycled plastic lumber decking planks which slide onto a rigid frame. The frame includes supporting members having protruding "T"-shaped connectors which selectively fit into preformed grooves on the side surfaces of the plastic planks. The manner in which the planks are secured to the frame allows for the expansion and contraction of the individual plank lengths due to temperature variations. In addition, brackets are provided which fasten railings and the like to the rigid frame.

대표청구항 ▼

[ Having thus described the invention, it is now claimed:] [1.] A structure comprising:a frame, said frame comprising spaced-apart, supporting members;a plurality of planks, said planks comprising plastic material and being received transversely to said supporting members, each of said planks having

[ Having thus described the invention, it is now claimed:] [1.] A structure comprising:a frame, said frame comprising spaced-apart, supporting members;a plurality of planks, said planks comprising plastic material and being received transversely to said supporting members, each of said planks having a first and second side surface, a first longitudinal groove being in said first side surface; and,a plurality of connectors, said connectors protruding from said frame and being fixedly attached thereto so that said planks are slidable relative to said frame in a direction parallel a longitudinal centerline of said grooves.