Chairs and seats – Convertible – Table
Patent
1996-05-23
1997-12-02
Cuomo, Peter M.
Chairs and seats
Convertible
Table
297174, 108 12, A47B 8504
Patent
active
056927991
ABSTRACT:
A novel bench/table assembly characterized by various features including, inter alia, a tab that is engageable with an L-shaped slot arrangement to position selectively a moveable member in either a seat backrest position or a tabletop position. The L-shaped slot and tab arrangement facilitating conversion from one configuration to another without the use of screws, bolts, dowel pins, notches or other securing devices. The bench/table assembly providing for furniture which is easily and quickly convertible between a bench and a table without the employment of tools or hardware. The L-shaped slots and tabs providing for a stronger and more stable piece of furniture. Safety stops prevent the moveable member from abruptly dislodging from the tabletop position to the seat backrest.
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Cuomo Peter M.
White Rodney B.
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