Neat Shelf

Abstract

This invention relates to a device comprising of a floating shelf, a power strip that is secured inside the floating shelf, and a wall bracket to attach the floating shelf to wall. The device holds the peripherals mounted on it, hides the wires, cables, cords, and the like, and also powers the peripherals. With the device, only a cable connected to the power strip comes out. The power strip cable can be covered using a cable sheath.

Claims

1. A device for housing and hiding wires, cables, cords and like, the device comprising: a floating shelf; a power strip; and a wall bracket.

2. The device according to claim 1, wherein said floating shelf is made up of hollow wood that is laminated.

3. The device according to claim 1, wherein said floating shelf is so designed that it adds to neat appearance and dcor.

4. The device according to claim 1, wherein said floating shelf holds peripherals such as cable box, surround sound, game system, DVD system etc.

5. The device according to claim 1, wherein said floating shelf is provided with perforated cut outs for cords.

6. The device according to claim 1, wherein said power strip is secured inside said floating shelf.

7. The device according to claim 1, wherein said power strip powers electronic items held by said floating shelf.

8. The device according to claim 1, wherein said cord connected to said power strip is covered by a cable sheath.

9. The device according to claim 1, wherein said wall bracket attaches said floating shelf to the wall.

10. The device according to claim 1, wherein said wall bracket can be made of metal or wood.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The invention will be better understood, and objectives other than those set forth above will become apparent, when consideration is given to the following detailed description thereof. Such description makes reference to the annexed drawings wherein:

[0024] FIG. 1 shows the preferred embodiment of present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0025] In the following detailed description, reference is made to the accompanying drawing, which forms a part hereof, and in which is shown, by way of illustration, specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is to be understood that the embodiments may be combined, or that other embodiments may be utilized, and that structural, logical, and electrical changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0026] The present invention provides a device that is much more versatile, streamlined, and functional than television stands that hide cords or a stand-alone floating shelf The device will hide electrical wires or cables for a neat appearance (under TV's, for small appliances in the kitchen for T.V.'s/stereos/etc. in the bedroom etc.), will hold the electronic peripherals in place, and will also provide means to lend power to peripherals. Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawing. In the following description and drawing, the same reference numerals are used to designate the same or similar components, and so repetition of the description on the same or similar components will be omitted.

[0027] FIG. 1 shows a shelf 10 made from wood. The shelf is hollow and is laminated so that it lends style and enhances appearance. Perforated cut-outs for cords 11 of the electric items have been provided on the top and bottom of the shelf for accommodating cable, wires, cords, and the like inside of the hollow shelf. All of the electronic peripherals 13 are placed on the shelf, as shown on FIGURE. A single power strip 12 is mounted to the back wall of the shelf. The power strip will serve as a means for power to the electronic peripherals. The FIGURE also shows the brackets 14 hiding into the provided insertion holes, which also contribute to overall appearance of device. The power strip is connected to a single power cord that comes out of the shelf. A cable sheath 15 covers the single power cord coming out of the shelf. The insertion holes 16 are provided for screws to be drilled into studs on the wall. The insertion holes are arranged in longitudinal direction with a predetermined spacing between them.

[0028] The peripherals can be any electronic appliance with cable, wires, cord, and the like, such as a satellite box, DVD player, surround sound system, speakers, gaming systems, DVD/Blu ray players, etc. The shelf is designed to hold the electronic peripherals, and hide all of the wires associated with respected peripherals inside it, leaving only the single cable associated with power strip to be covered with a cable sheath. The shelf can be styled to match any dcor and gives net appearance. The shelf thereby increases the aesthetics of room or place it is used in. The shelf's size can be but is not limited to 48 inches in length, 12 inches in width, and 3.5 inches in height.

[0029] Advantageously, the present invention is much more versatile, streamlined, functional, and different from the existing knowledge. The present invention can hide wires, cables, cords and other (like) such means used to supply power to the peripheral. The device also holds and powers the peripherals. But the device is not limited to the preferred embodiment of the invention but can be used in kids' rooms for their gaming systems. It can also be set up as a charging station for the kids' electronics. Furthermore, the shelf can be used to hold lights, electronic beauty products, etc. in a bathroom. It can also be used in a garage or a work area to set up charging station for power tools such as power drill.

[0030] It is to be understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the above-discussed embodiments may be used in combination with each other. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description.

[0031] The benefits and advantages that may be provided by the present invention have been described above with regard to specific embodiments. These benefits and advantages, and any elements or limitations that may cause them to occur or to become more pronounced, are not to be construed as critical, required, or essential features of any or all of the embodiments.

[0032] While the present invention has been described with reference to particular embodiments, it should be understood that the embodiments are illustrative, and that the scope of the invention is not limited to these embodiments. Many variations, modifications, additions, and improvements to the embodiments described above are possible. It is contemplated that these variations, modifications, additions and improvements fall within the scope of the invention.