Patent ID: 7028437
Filing Date: 2006-04-18
Classification: E04D,E04F

Abstract:
1. A unitary channel adapted for integration with adjacent solid planks of a deck for providing a gutter therebetween, each plank being disposible above at least one joist; being securable to at least one joist; and having an undersurface which is juxtaposable with at least one joist; the channel comprising a pair of flanges each of which is receivable into and mateable with a longitudinal slice respectively formed into undersurfaces of adjacent planks, a central section of the channel with the flanges respectively extending along opposite edges thereof being disposible upon the joist; and when the central section rests on the joist, each flange extending upward from the central section; whereby, upon the flanges becoming respectively disposed within slices respectively formed into undersurfaces of adjacent planks and when the central section of the channel and planks rest upon a joist, the channel spans between adjacent planks thereby providing an impervious gutter that a. extends between and along adjacent planks; and b. above at least one joist that is adapted for supporting planks.