Patent Publication Number: US-11647837-B2

Title: Top attachment for a laundry appliance

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     This patent application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/597,118, entitled “TOP ATTACHMENT FOR A LAUNDRY APPLIANCE,” and filed Oct. 9, 2019, now issued as U.S. Pat. No. 11,083,296, which claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/786,095, entitled “TOP ATTACHMENT FOR A LAUNDRY APPLIANCE,” and filed Dec. 28, 2018, the entire disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference. 
    
    
     BACKGROUND OF THE DISCLOSURE 
     The present disclosure generally relates to a top attachment, and more specifically, to a decorative panel removably coupled to a laundry appliance. 
     SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE 
     According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a laundry appliance includes a cabinet that has a top edge. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. An adapter panel is attached to the structural panel. The adapter panel extends over at least a portion of an upper surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is removably coupled to the adapter panel. The decorative panel is disposed over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is free of attachment with the cabinet. 
     According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a laundry appliance includes a cabinet that defines an opening and includes a top edge. A door is coupled to the cabinet and is operable between opened and closed positions relative to the opening. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. The structural panel defines at least one aperture for receiving a coupling member. An adapter panel is coupled to an upper surface of the structural panel. The adapter panel defines at least one receiving hole for receiving the coupling member. A decorative panel is disposed on a top surface of the adapter panel. 
     According to yet another aspect of the present disclosure, a decorative panel assembly for a laundry appliance includes a structural panel that defines a top panel of a cabinet. An adapter panel is coupled to the structural panel and forms a first attachment therebetween. The adapter panel extends over at least a substantial portion of a top surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is selectively coupled to the adapter panel and forms a second attachment therebetween. The decorative panel extends over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is selectively removable from the adapter panel. The first attachment is separated from the second attachment. 
     These and other features, advantages, and objects of the present disclosure will be further understood and appreciated by those skilled in the art by reference to the following specification, claims, and appended drawings. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       In the drawings: 
         FIG.  1    is a front perspective view of a laundry appliance, according to at least one example; 
         FIG.  2    is an exploded view of a structural panel, an adapter panel, and a decorative panel of a laundry appliance, according to at least one example; 
         FIG.  3    is an exploded view of a first attachment coupling a decorative panel and an adapter panel and a second attachment coupling the adapter panel and a structural panel, according to at least one example; 
         FIG.  4    is a partial rear elevational view of the decorative panel that has a border member assembled with a cabinet, according to at least one example; and 
         FIG.  5    is a partial rear elevational view of a locating flange of a cabinet with a decorative panel assembled on the cabinet, according to at least one example. 
     
    
    
     The components in the figures are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating the principles described herein. 
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     The present illustrated embodiments reside primarily in combinations of method steps and apparatus components related to a top attachment for a laundry appliance. Accordingly, the apparatus components and method steps have been represented, where appropriate, by conventional symbols in the drawings, showing only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the disclosure with details that will be readily apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art having the benefit of the description herein. Further, like numerals in the description and drawings represent like elements. 
     For purposes of description herein, the terms “upper,” “lower,” “right,” “left,” “rear,” “front,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” and derivatives thereof shall relate to the disclosure as oriented in  FIG.  1   . Unless stated otherwise, the term “front” shall refer to the surface of the element closer to an intended viewer, and the term “rear” shall refer to the surface of the element further from the intended viewer. However, it is to be understood that the disclosure may assume various alternative orientations, except where expressly specified to the contrary. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the following specification are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise. 
     The terms “including,” “comprises,” “comprising,” or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element proceeded by “comprises a . . . ” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises the element. 
     Referring to  FIGS.  1 - 5   , reference numeral  10  generally designates a laundry appliance having a cabinet  14  that defines an opening  18 . A structural panel  22  is coupled to the cabinet  14 . An adapter panel  26  is coupled to the structural panel  22 . A decorative panel  30  is coupled to the adapter panel  26 . 
     Referring now to  FIG.  1   , the laundry appliance  10  is shown having the opening  18  defined by a front surface  34  of the cabinet  14 . A drum  38  and/or a tub are positioned within the cabinet  14  based on the type of laundry appliance  10 . The opening  18  allows access to an interior  42  of the drum  38 . The laundry appliance  10  may be, for example, a washer, a dryer, or a combination washer/dryer. A front panel  46  of the laundry appliance  10  is coupled to the front surface  34  of the cabinet  14 . The front panel  46  is advantageous for improving aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10 . Additionally, the front panel  46  may be advantageous for coupling a door  50  to the laundry appliance  10 . In various examples, the front panel  46  may operate as the door  50 . The door  50  is operable between opened and closed positions relative to the opening  18  of the cabinet  14 . As shown in the depicted example, the door  50  is a swing panel door. 
     In various examples, the laundry appliance  10  is a front load and/or horizontal-axis washer, which typically include a bellows assembly  54  positioned about a perimeter of the opening  18 . In such examples, the door  50  may include a deflection member  58  coupled to an interior surface  62  of the door  50 . The deflection member  58  directs laundry within the laundry appliance  10  away from the door  50  and/or the bellows assembly  54 . The deflection member  58  is typically advantageous in horizontal-axis washers to protect the laundry and/or the bellows assembly  54 . The laundry appliance  10  is illustrated as a front-load laundry appliance  10 , but may also be a top-load laundry appliance  10  without significantly departing from the teachings herein. 
     Referring to  FIGS.  1 - 3   , the structural panel  22  is attached to the cabinet  14 . Typically, the structural panel  22  is configured as a structural top panel coupled to a top edge  68  of the cabinet  14 . The structural panel  22  provides additional strength, rigidity, and/or support to a top portion of the laundry appliance  10 . The structural panel  22  may be made from, for example, plastics, polymers, metals, metal alloys, composite materials, combinations thereof, and/or other similar materials. In various examples, the structural panel  22  may be made from the same or substantially similar material as the cabinet  14  of the laundry appliance  10 . The structural panel  22  forms a hard and/or a rigid top surface  66  of the laundry appliance  10 . As such, the structural panel  22  is attached, or otherwise coupled, to each sidewall  70  of the laundry appliance  10 . 
     In various examples, the structural panel  22  can be integrally formed with other outer panels of the cabinet  14 , such that the structural panel  22  and the cabinet  14  are a single structure. Alternatively, the structural panel  22  is attached to the top edge  68  of the cabinet  14 . In such examples, the structural panel  22  defines more than one aperture  74 . The apertures  74  are typically positioned along an edge portion  78  of the structural panel  22 . For example, each corner  82  of the structural panel  22  can include at least one aperture  74 . The apertures  74  are configured to receive a coupling member  86  ( FIG.  3   ) for coupling the structural panel  22  to the cabinet  14 . The coupling member  86  may be, for example, screws, bolts, snap features, or other similar fastening mechanisms or methods. The structural panel  22  may additionally or alternatively be coupled to the cabinet  14  via adhesives or welding. 
     The structural panel  22  may include an edge extension  90  that extends upward from an upper surface  94  of the structural panel  22  and away from the cabinet  14 . The edge extension  90  is coupled to the structural panel  22 . According to various aspects, the edge extension  90  is configured as a tab, a flap, a flange, or other similar formation. Alternatively, the edge extension  90  can form a single integrated member with the structural panel  22 . The edge extension  90  typically extends from at least one side  98  of the structural panel  22 . According to various aspects, the edge extension  90  extends around a portion, or alternatively, an entire perimeter of the structural panel  22 . The edge extension  90  defines a first receiving cavity  92 . At least one of the adapter panel  26  and the decorative panel  30  is received within the receiving cavity  92 . The edge extension  90  operates to hold and/or align the adapter panel  26  and/or the decorative panel  30 . The edge extension  90  can also be advantageous for concealing the separate attachments between the structural panel  22  and the adapter panel  26 , and/or the adapter panel  26  and the decorative panel  30 . 
     Referring still to  FIGS.  1 - 3   , the adapter panel  26  is attached to the upper surface  94  of the structural panel  22 . The adapter panel  26  extends over at least a substantial portion of the upper surface  94  of the structural panel  22 . The adapter panel  26  is an intermediary between the structural panel  22  and the decorative panel  30 . The adapter panel  26  typically extends an entire length “l” and width “w” of the structural panel  22 . Accordingly, the adapter panel  26  can entirely cover the structural panel  22 . Stated differently, the adapter panel  26  covers the entire upper surface  94  of the structural panel  22 . The adapter panel  26  may be formed from, for example, a rigid panel of rubber, foam, coated material, or other similar rigid material. The coating material, where implemented, can include rubber, foam, gels, bituminous materials, or other similar coating materials. The adapter panel  26  may be formed from, or may include, sound-dampening and/or sound-deadening materials. The adapter panel  26  is advantageous for reducing sound and/or vibrations from the laundry appliance  10 . According to various aspects, the adapter panel  26  is formed from a durable material, such that the decorative panel  30  is properly supported during use. Additionally or alternatively, the adapter panel  26  formed from a durable material is advantageous when shipping and/or transporting the laundry appliance  10 . In this way, the decorative panel  30  can be removed to reduce damage and the exposed adapter panel  26  may withstand stress and/or force resulting from the shipping process. 
     The adapter panel  26  typically includes at least one receiving hole  106 . The receiving holes  106  are configured to align and correspond with the apertures  74  of the structural panel  22 . The adapter panel  26  is selectively coupled to the structural panel  22  via the coupling members  86 . The coupling member  86  may be, for example, screws, bolts, snap features, or other similar fastening mechanisms or methods. Typically, one set of coupling members  86  is used to couple the structural panel  22  to the cabinet  14  and a second set of coupling members  86  is used to couple the adapter panel  26  to the structural panel  22 . According to various aspects, a single type of coupling members  86  may be used to couple the structural panel  22  and the adapter panel  26 , as well as the adapter panel  26  and the decorative panel  30  to the cabinet  14 . Additionally or alternatively, the adapter panel  26  may be coupled to the structural panel  22  via adhesives or welding. 
     Referring again to  FIGS.  1 - 3   , the decorative panel  30  is coupled to a top surface  122  of the adapter panel  26 . The decorative panel  30  at least extends the entire length “l” and width “w” of the structural panel  22 . In various examples, the decorative panel  30  has a greater length and width than the adapter panel  26  to cover and/or obscure the adapter panel  26  and the structural panel  22 . It is advantageous for the decorative panel  30  to cover the entire top surface  122  of the adapter panel  26  and/or the entire upper surface  94  of the structural panel  22  to improve aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10 . In this way, the structural panel  22  and the adapter panel  26  can be substantially, or entirely, obscured from view of a user proximate the laundry appliance  10 . 
     Typically, the decorative panel  30  is advantageous to hide, conceal, and/or camouflage the laundry appliance  10  within a cabinetry setting and/or in relation to surrounding countertops. In this way, the decorative panel  30  may have similar coloring, design, and/or other aesthetic qualities that correspond with the surrounding cabinetry setting and/or countertops. For example, in cabinetry settings, the decorative panel  30  can have a wood-grain design that substantially corresponds with a wood-grain of the cabinetry. In another non-limiting example, when the laundry appliance  10  is disposed adjacent to countertops, the decorative panel  30  can have a design and/or be formed from a material that substantially mirrors the countertop materials (e.g., plastic, vinyl, granite, quartz, etc.), such that the laundry appliance  10  appears as a continuous extension of the countertop. Additionally or alternatively, the decorative panel  30  may be painted, stained, or include other similar design elements. The decorative panel  30  provides for a unique and customizable aesthetic appearance of the laundry appliance  10  that can blend in or stand out from the surroundings. 
     According to various aspects, the decorative panel  30  is removably and/or selectively coupled to the laundry appliance  10 . The removable decorative panel  30  is advantageous to reduce the risk of damage to the decorative panel  30  when shipping the laundry appliance  10 . The decorative panel  30  is coupled to the adapter panel  26  by the coupling members  86 . The coupling members  86  may be, for example, screws, bolts, snap features, or other similar fastening mechanisms or methods. In various examples, the coupling members  86  are snap features that extend downward from a bottom surface  108  of the decorative panel  30 . This configuration may be advantageous for selectively coupling the decorative panel  30  to the laundry appliance  10  without the use of tools. It is contemplated that the snap features are configured to cooperate with the cabinet  14 , the structural panel  22 , and/or the adapter panel  26  to couple the decorative panel  30  to the laundry appliance  10 . In such examples, the snap features extend from an outer edge  110  and/or the bottom surface  108  of the decorative panel  30  to couple to the adapter panel  26 . In this way, the snap features extend over, and obscure, edges of the adapter panel  26  and/or the structural panel  22 . 
     In various examples, the decorative panel  30  typically defines at least one recess  114  configured to align and correspond with the receiving holes  106  of the adapter panel  26 . In this way, the coupling member  86  is disposed in the recess  114  and extends through the receiving hole  106  of the adapter panel  26 . The decorative panel  30  is typically coupled only to the adapter panel  26 . In this way, the decorative panel  30  is free from attachment with the cabinet  14 . Typically, a third set of coupling members  86  couples the decorative panel  30  to the adapter panel  26 . In this way, the decorative panel  30  can be removed from the laundry appliance  10  without removing the adapter panel  26  from the structural panel  22  and/or the structural panel  22  from the cabinet  14 . Other combinations of coupling the cabinet  14 , the structural panel  22 , the adapter panel  26 , and the decorative panel  30  are contemplated without departing from the teachings herein. In certain aspects of the device, the coupling members  86  can be formed, set, adhered, or otherwise disposed within the decorative panel  30  and extend downward from the bottom surface  108  to engage and connect with the adapter panel  26 . 
     Referring still to  FIGS.  1 - 3   , in various examples, where the recess  114  is exposed to a top surface  120  of the decorative panel  30 , at least one decorative inlay  118  is used to fill and/or cover the recesses  114  in the outer top surface  120  of the decorative panel  30 . The decorative inlay  118  may be advantageous to improve the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10  by creating a uniform surface over a top portion  124  of the laundry appliance  10  or by creating a unique and customizable aesthetic appearance of the decorative panel  30 . Stated differently, the decorative inlay  118  is flush with the outer top surface  120  of the decorative panel  30  to form a continuous outer top surface  120 . Use of the decorative panel  30  and/or the decorative inlay  118  can obfuscate the appearance of the laundry appliance  10  within a cabinetry setting. 
     The decorative panels  30  may be formed from, for example, metals or metal alloys. In such examples, the decorative panel  30  may be made from the same, or substantially similar, material as the cabinet  14  and/or the structural panel  22 . The decorative panel  30  may also be formed from, for example, rubber. In such examples, the decorative panel  30  may be formed from the same, or substantially, similar material as the adapter panel  26 . The decorative panel  30  can increase the sound-dampening and/or sound-deadening effects of the adapter panel  26 . In various examples, the decorative panel  30  may be formed from plastics, ceramics, or glass. In such examples, the decorative panel  30  can improve aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10 . The decorative panel  30  may also be formed of stone, solid surface, wood, cement, combinations thereof, and/or other similar finish-type materials. The decorative panel  30  formed of a finish-type material can be advantageous to camouflage or minimize the appearance of the laundry appliance  10  among surrounding countertops and/or cabinetry. 
     The decorative panel  30  may include designs, artwork, wording, and/or patterns across an outer top surface  120  to increase the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10 . The decorative panel  30  may additionally or alternatively include sayings, quotes, or instructions on the outer top surface  120 . 
     The decorative panel  30  can be exchanged and/or changed by a consumer. Using the coupling members  86 , the decorative panel  30  conveniently couples to and/or uncouples from the laundry appliance  10  to allow a consumer to change the decorative panel  30 , and therefore, change the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10  whenever desired by the consumer, without purchasing an entirely new appliance. 
     Referring now to  FIG.  3   , a first attachment  126  couples the decorative panel  30  with the adapter panel  26 . Stated differently, the first attachment  126  is defined between the decorative panel  30  and the adapter panel  26 . The first attachment  126  typically includes the coupling members  86  in the recesses  114  of the decorative panel  30  that correspond with the receiving holes  106  of the adapter panel  26 . A second attachment  130  attaches the adapter panel  26  to the structural panel  22 . Stated differently, the second attachment  130  is defined between the adapter panel  26  and the structural panel  22 . The second attachment  130  typically includes the coupling members  86  of the adapter panel  26  that correspond with the apertures  74  of the structural panel  22 . The first attachment  126  is offset or misaligned from the second attachment  130 . Stated differently, the first attachment  126  is separated from the second attachment  130 . It is advantageous to offset or misalign the first and second attachments  126 ,  130  to increase the structural integrity of the adapter panel  26 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  4   , the decorative panel  30  may include a border member  134  that extends vertically therefrom. The border member  134  extends from all or a portion of a perimeter of the decorative panel  30 . In particular, the front and opposing sides of the perimeter of the decorative panel  30 . The border member  134  extends downward towards the cabinet  14  and typically operates to conceal at least the adapter panel  26  and typically the structural panel  22  from the view of a consumer. The border member  134  defines a concealing cavity  136 . The adapter panel  26 , the structural panel  22 , and/or at least a portion of the cabinet  14  are disposed within the concealing cavity  136  when the decorative panel  30  is assembled with the cabinet  14 . In this way, the border member  134  conceals the adapter panel  26  and/or the structural panel  22 . In various examples, an end of the border member  134  aligns with and/or be disposed proximate to the top edge  68  of the cabinet  14 . The border member  134  can increase the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10  by concealing less decorative features (e.g., the structural panel  22  and/or the adapter panel  26 ) with the more aesthetic decorative panel  30 . The border member  134  additionally conceals the first and second attachments  126 ,  130  ( FIG.  3   ) and therefore increase the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10 . The border member  134  aligns the adapter panel  26  and/or the structural panel  22 . In this way, at least one of the adapter panel  26  and the structural panel  22  abuts the border member  134 . 
     Referring to  FIG.  5   , the cabinet  14  may include a locating flange  138  that extends upwards from a side panel  142  of the cabinet  14 . The cabinet  14  and the locating flange  138  form a second receiving cavity  144  proximate the top portion  124  of the laundry appliance  10 . Similar to the border member  134  ( FIG.  4   ) discussed above, the locating flange  138  conceals the adapter panel  26  and/or the structural panel  22 . Moreover, the locating flange  138  conceals the first and second attachments  126 ,  130  ( FIG.  3   ). In this way, the locating flange  138  typically increases the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10  by concealing less decorative features (e.g., the structural panel  22  and/or the adapter panel  26 ). Accordingly, the locating flange  138  extends upward, such that an end of the locating flange  138  is typically disposed proximate the bottom surface  108  of the decorative panel  30 . According to various aspects, the locating flange  138  abuts the bottom surface  108  of the decorative panel  30 . In this way, the decorative panel  30  extends over the locating flange  138  to provide for a continuous appearance of the side panel  142  of the laundry appliance  10 . The locating flange  138  may assist in aligning the structural panel  22  and/or the adapter panel  26 , as well as, increase the aesthetics of the laundry appliance  10  by concealing the structural panel  22  and/or the adapter panel  26 . Additionally or alternatively, in various examples, a sealant may be positioned proximate the locating flange  138  to prevent the infiltration of water into the cabinet  14 . 
     Use of the present disclosure provides for a variety of advantages. For example, one goal of the present disclosure is to provide for a laundry appliance  10  that can be located within a common area or within a smaller residence that may not include a dedicated laundry or utility room. The decorative panel  30  can be selectively coupled to the adapter panel  26  and can provide a consumer with the ability to disguise or conceal the laundry appliance  10 . Additionally, the decorative panel  30  can be customizable by the consumer. In this way, the appearance of the laundry appliance  10  can be customizable to the consumer. Further, the decorative panel  30  can be selectively coupled to the laundry appliance  10 . As such, the consumer can uncouple the decorative panel  30  and couple a different decorative panel  30  to the laundry appliance  10  to change the appearance of the laundry appliance  10 . Moreover, the decorative panel  30  is typically removed for shipping of the laundry appliance  10 , which can be advantageous for reducing damage during the shipping process. Additionally, the structural panel  22  and the adapter panel  26 , by having a separate attachment  130 , can be installed on the appliance  10  to remain in place for the life of the appliance  10 . The decorative panel  30 , because of the separate attachment points  126 , can be installed, removed, replaced, and reinstalled without disturbing the integrity of the structural and adapter panels  22 ,  26 . The adapter panel  26  also provides a cushioned or flexible surface upon which the decorative panel  30  can be placed to minimize the changes of denting, scratching, or other damage to the cabinet  14 . Additional benefits and advantages of using this device may also be realized and/or achieved. 
     According to at least one aspect, a laundry appliance includes a cabinet including a top edge. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. An adapter panel is attached to the structural panel. The adapter panel extends over at least a portion of an upper surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is removably coupled to the adapter panel. The decorative panel is disposed over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is free of attachment with the cabinet. 
     According to another aspect, a cabinet includes a locating flange that extends vertically upward from a top edge to align a structural panel with a top edge of the cabinet. 
     According to another aspect, an end of a locating flange aligns with a bottom surface of a decorative panel when a decorative panel is assembled with a cabinet. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel includes at least one snap feature that extends from a bottom surface thereof to couple to the adapter panel. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel includes a border member that extends from at least a portion of a perimeter toward a cabinet when the decorative panel is assembled on the cabinet. The border member defines a concealing cavity. 
     According to another aspect, an adapter panel and at least a portion of a cabinet are disposed in a concealing cavity when assembled. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel includes at least one of a design, a pattern, wording, and artwork. 
     According to at least one aspect, a laundry appliance includes a cabinet that defines an opening and includes a top edge. A door is coupled to the cabinet and is operable between opened and closed positions relative to the opening. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. The structural panel defines at least one aperture for receiving a coupling member. An adapter panel is coupled to an upper surface of the structural panel. The adapter panel defines at least one receiving hole for receiving the coupling member. A decorative panel is disposed on a top surface of the adapter panel. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel has a length and a width greater than a length and a width of an adapter panel. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel defines at least one recess for receiving a coupling member. 
     According to another aspect, at least one decorative inlay is disposed in at least one recess. According to another aspect, a decorative panel includes a border member that extends from at least a portion of a perimeter toward a cabinet when the decorative panel is assembled with the cabinet. 
     According to another aspect, at least one of an adapter panel and a structural panel abuts a border member of the decorative panel. 
     According to another aspect, an end of the border member aligns with the top edge of the cabinet when a decorative panel is assembled with the cabinet. 
     According to at least one aspect, a decorative panel assembly for a laundry appliance includes a structural panel that defines a top panel of a cabinet. An adapter panel is coupled to the structural panel and forms a first attachment therebetween. The adapter panel extends over at least a substantial portion of an upper surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is selectively coupled to the adapter panel and forms a second attachment therebetween. The decorative panel extends over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is selectively removable from the adapter panel. The first attachment is separated from the second attachment. 
     According to another aspect, a first attachment is defined by a coupling member that extends through a recess defined by the decorative panel and a receiving hole defined by the adapter panel. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative inlay is disposed within a recess forming a continuous outer top surface of a decorative panel. 
     According to another aspect, a second attachment is defined by a coupling member that extends through a receiving hole defined by an adapter panel and an aperture defined by a structural panel. 
     According to another aspect, first and second attachments are offset from one another. 
     According to another aspect, a decorative panel has a length and a width greater than a length and a width of an adapter panel. 
     It will be understood by one having ordinary skill in the art that construction of the described disclosure and other components is not limited to any specific material. Other exemplary embodiments of the disclosure disclosed herein may be formed from a wide variety of materials, unless described otherwise herein. 
     For purposes of this disclosure, the term “coupled” (in all of its forms, couple, coupling, coupled, etc.) generally means the joining of two components (electrical or mechanical) directly or indirectly to one another. Such joining may be stationary in nature or movable in nature. Such joining may be achieved with the two components (electrical or mechanical) and any additional intermediate members being integrally formed as a single unitary body with one another or with the two components. Such joining may be permanent in nature or may be removable or releasable in nature unless otherwise stated. 
     It is also important to note that the construction and arrangement of the elements of the disclosure as shown in the exemplary embodiments is illustrative only. Although only a few embodiments of the present innovations have been described in detail in this disclosure, those skilled in the art who review this disclosure will readily appreciate that many modifications are possible (e.g., variations in sizes, dimensions, structures, shapes and proportions of the various elements, values of parameters, mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, orientations, etc.) without materially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter recited. For example, elements shown as integrally formed may be constructed of multiple parts or elements shown as multiple parts may be integrally formed, the operation of the interfaces may be reversed or otherwise varied, the length or width of the structures and/or members or connector or other elements of the system may be varied, the nature or number of adjustment positions provided between the elements may be varied. It should be noted that the elements and/or assemblies of the system may be constructed from any of a wide variety of materials that provide sufficient strength or durability, in any of a wide variety of colors, textures, and combinations. Accordingly, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present innovations. Other substitutions, modifications, changes, and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions, and arrangement of the desired and other exemplary embodiments without departing from the spirit of the present innovations. 
     It will be understood that any described processes or steps within described processes may be combined with other disclosed processes or steps to form structures within the scope of the present disclosure. The exemplary structures and processes disclosed herein are for illustrative purposes and are not to be construed as limiting.