RETROFIT FENCE PANELS

Abstract

A fence panel for attachment to an existing fence structure that includes: a front surface; a top border along the front surface; a first side border; a second side border on each respective side of the front surface; and a top sleeve extending horizontally from the top border. A plurality of bolts is preferably adapted to attach the fence panel onto an existing fence structure. The front surface includes a brick facade.

Claims

1. A fence panel for attachment to an existing fence structure comprising: a. a front surface; b. a top border along the front surface; c. a first side border on a first side of the front surface; d. a second side border on a second side of the front surface; and e. a top sleeve extending horizontally from the top border, wherein the top sleeve is adapted for placement over a wooden fence structure; and f. a plurality of bolts adapted to attach the fence panel onto the existing fence structure.

2. (canceled)

3. The fence panel according to claim 1, where the front surface includes a brick faade.

4. The fence panel according to claim 1, where the front surface looks like a stone wall.

5. (canceled)

6. The fence panel according to claim 1, where the fence panel is waterproof.

7. The fence panel according to claim 6, where the fence panel is made from one of at least vinyl, plastic, chemically treated compressed wood or rubber.

8. A system of fence panels to cover a one side of an existing fence structure comprising: a plurality of fence panels, wherein each fence panel includes a front surface; a top border along the front surface; a first side border on a first side of the front surface; a second side border on a second side of the front surface; and a top sleeve extending horizontally from the top border, wherein the top sleeve is adapted for placement over a wooden fence structure, and each fence panel is aligned adjacent to one another to cover the existing fence structure.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following detailed description and claims taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein like elements are identified with like symbols, and in which:

[0013] FIG. 1 depicts a perspective view of a retrofit fence panel with mounting bolts in accordance with the present invention.

[0014] FIG. 2 depicts a reverse view of the retrofit fence panel on a fence, where no claim is made to the fence.

[0015] FIG. 3 depicts a front view of the retrofit fence panel in accordance with the present invention.

[0016] FIG. 4 depicts a rear view of the retrofit fence panel in accordance with the present invention.

[0017] FIG. 5 projects a perspective view of the retrofit fence panel in accordance with the present invention.

[0018] FIG. 6 depicts the retrofit panel placed onto a fence, where no claim is made to the fence in accordance with the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 7 depicts another front view of the retrofit panel in accordance with the present invention.

[0020] Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the description of several views of the drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] The present invention relates to a panel covering that fits over an already existing fence or wall, thereby providing a different and improved look to a lawn barrier. The present invention provides a retrofit fence panel to easily install a wall faade to an existing fence. The retrofit fence panel is composed of a mounting panel with reinforced edging. The mounting panel is decorated to look like a wood panel fence or even a brick wall. Once all the retrofit panels are attached to the fence, the look of the front face of the fence is completely changed without having to destroy and rebuild a new fence.

[0022] FIG. 1 depicts a fence panel 100 in accordance with the present invention. The fence panel 100 attaches onto a fence 200 as shown in FIG. 1. The fence panel 100 is connected to the fence 200 through the use of a series of bolts 20 as shown in FIG. 1. FIG. 1 shows the components separated so that a clear depiction of the function of the present invention is shown. The fence panel 100 includes a top border 52 and a side borders 51a, 51b. Each side border 51a, 51b includes a series of holes 53a along the length of side border 51a and holes 53b along the length of side border 51b. The front surface of the fence panel includes a brick faade 55 as shown in FIG. 1. Behind the top border 52, a top sleeve 50 is shown that fits over space between the posts of the fence 200 during use.

[0023] FIG. 2 shows the fence 200 with the fence panel 100 joined thereto. As shown from this angle, the top sleeve 50 is shown extending between the posts of the fence 200. FIG. 3 shows a front view of the fence panel 100 clearly depicting the brick faade 55 and top border 52. FIG. 4 depicts a reverse or inside view of the fence panel 100 on the inside view an interior surface 57 is shown with the sideboards 51a, 51b.

[0024] In reference to FIG. 5 a perspective view of the fence panel 100 is shown without depiction of a fence. FIG. 6 depicts the attachment of the fence panel 100 onto the fence 200 showing a panel side view of the connection between the fence 200 and fence panel 100. Finally FIG. 7 shows a front view of the fence panel 100 attached to the fence 200 in a direct front view of the fence panel 100. During use multiple panels may be used to cover an entire fence. The panels may be made from plastic, chemically treated compressed wood, vinyl, rubber or the like. The panels are preferably waterproof and weatherproof to prevent wear and further the lifespan of the panels.

[0025] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiment was chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the invention and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the invention and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.