Patent ID: 6830228
Filing Date: 2004-12-14
Classification: A47G

Abstract:
A hanger for mounting an associated object to a wall, the hanger comprising:a body portion having a first surface for bearing against the wall, the body portion defining first and second end portions; an upper anchoring portion formed at the first end for penetrating the wall and for fastening the hanger to the wall, the upper anchoring portion extending rearwardly from the body portion and formed at an angle 90 degrees or less relative to the body, the anchoring portion having a piercing portion to enable the anchoring portion to be driven into the wall; at least one barb extending rearwardly from the body portion, the barb being formed intermediate the first end portion and the second end portion; and a hook portion extending generally forwardly from the body portion at the second end portion, the hook being positioned longitudinally spaced from the at least one barb, wherein the body portion includes an opening therein and wherein the opening includes a thread formation therein configured for receiving a threaded fastener, wherein an area surrounding the opening is elevated relative to the body.