Patent ID: 6116162
Filing Date: 2000-09-12
Classification: A47B

Abstract:
A method for attaching a combination protective bumper and placemat to an exposed edge of a table, comprising the steps of:a. positioning a cover member into substantially a flat open position;b. grasping a first substantially hook-shaped insert;c. locating a first slit within said cover member;d. opening said first slit;e. positioning said insert within said first slit;f. sliding said insert into said first slit until said insert is completely captured within said cover member;g. grasping a second substantially hook-shaped insert;h. locating a second slit within said cover member;i. opening said second slit;j. positioning said second insert within said second slit;k. sliding said second insert into said second slit until said second insert is completely captured within said cover member;l. positioning said combination protective bumper and placemat next to said exposed edge of said table with each said hook-shaped insert being substantially in alignment with said exposed edge of said table; andm. sliding said combination protective bumper and placemat over said exposed edge of said table;whereby;said exposed edge of said table is slidably captured within each said insert and said combination protective bumper and placemat is fixedly removably attached to said table.