Decorative Shutter with Selectable Panels

Abstract

The present subject matter discloses a decorative window shutter with selectable inner panels, comprising a window shutter frame and an inner panel installed on the frame. The window shutter frame is equipped with an installation window, and multiple inner panels can be selectively installed on this installation window, with a detachable connection between the inner panels and the frame. The present subject matter enables diversed design panels to be selectively installed with a detachable connection between the panels and the frame. This design offers more variety in styles for the decorative window, enabling users to customize the inner panels according to their preferences, thereby meeting diverse needs.

Claims

1. A decorative window shutter comprising: a window shutter frame including at least one installation window formed therein; and an inner panel removably attachable to the window shutter frame, the inner panel comprising a plurality of selectable panels configured to be detachably secured to the installation window.

2. The decorative window shutter of claim 1, wherein a perimeter of the installation window includes a plurality of clips extending toward a rear side of the window shutter frame, the inner panel being detachably secured to the window shutter frame by engagement with the clips.

3. The decorative window shutter of claim 2, wherein the installation window is square, and each side of the installation window includes at least one of the clips.

4. The decorative window shutter of claim 2, wherein the inner panel is insertable from a front side of the window shutter frame into the installation window and is detachably secured to the window shutter frame by the clips.

5. The decorative window shutter of claim 4, wherein a perimeter of the inner panel includes a snapping section extending toward the rear, the clips being configured to engage the snapping section.

6. The decorative window shutter of claim 5, wherein the snapping section comprises an extending wall projecting rearward from the perimeter of the inner panel, the extending wall including at least one of a snap hole and a snap groove.

7. The decorative window shutter of claim 6, wherein: the snapping sections on both left and right sides of the inner panel each include a snap hole; or the snapping section on one of the left or right sides includes a snap groove and the other includes a snap hole; or the snapping sections on both the left and right sides each include a snap groove.

8. The decorative window shutter of claim 2, wherein the inner panel is insertable from a rear side of the window shutter frame into the installation window and is detachably secured to the window shutter frame by the clips.

9. The decorative window shutter of claim 8, wherein an outer perimeter of the inner panel includes at least one of installation slots and installation holes, the clips being configured to pass through the installation slots or installation holes from front to rear and snap onto the inner panel.

10. The decorative window shutter of claim 9, wherein the window shutter frame is formed as an integrally molded unit.

11. A three-in-one decorative window, comprising: a window frame having at least one installation window formed therein; and an inner panel assembly mounted on the window frame, the inner panel assembly comprising a first inner panel, a second inner panel, and a third inner panel, wherein, during a packed state, the first, second, and third inner panels are configured to be sequentially stacked front-to-back and stored within a space partially formed by the window frame, and wherein, in an assembled state, one of the first, second, or third inner panels is selectively mounted to the installation window.

12. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 11, wherein a rear portion of the window frame is foldable relative to itself to form an integral window frame structure.

13. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 11, wherein the window frame includes two installation windows arranged vertically.

14. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 11, wherein a perimeter of the installation window is provided with clips extending rearward from the window frame, and wherein the first, second, or third inner panel is detachably secured to the window frame via engagement with the clips.

15. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 14, wherein each of the first, second, and third inner panels includes a perimeter having snap ports formed therein, and wherein the clips are configured to engage the snap ports.

16. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 15, wherein each of the clips includes a bent retaining hook at an end thereof, and wherein, in an assembled state where the first, second, and third inner panels are sequentially stacked and mounted to the window frame, the retaining hook engages the third inner panel.

17. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 14, wherein a rear side of the perimeter of the installation window includes slots having openings facing rearward, and wherein the inner panels each include U-shaped snap legs configured to hook into the slots.

18. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 17, wherein the first and third inner panels include the U-shaped snap legs, the second inner panel includes ribs protruding rearward from a perimeter thereof, and wherein, in an assembled state where the first, second, and third inner panels are sequentially stacked and mounted to the window frame, the U-shaped snap legs of the first inner panel are hooked into the slots, and the ribs of the second inner panel are inserted into the U-shaped snap legs of the third inner panel.

19. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 18, wherein the clips extend rearward from the window frame and are configured to engage the snap ports formed on the third inner panel.

20. The three-in-one decorative window of claim 18, wherein the slots are disposed on an outer side of the clips.

Description

DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0037] The present subject matter will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments of the accompanying drawings.

[0038] FIG. 1 is an schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in the first embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0039] FIG. 2 is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in FIG. 1 from another angle;

[0040] FIG. 3 is an enlarged schematic diagram of part A in FIG. 2;

[0041] FIG. 4 is an enlarged schematic diagram of part B in FIG. 2;

[0042] FIG. 5 is an exploded schematic diagram of the decorative window shutter shown in FIG. 1;

[0043] FIG. 6 is a schematic structural diagram of the second embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0044] FIG. 7 is an exploded schematic diagram of the decorative window shutter shown in FIG. 6;

[0045] FIG. 8 is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in the third embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0046] FIG. 9 is an enlarged schematic diagram of part C in FIG. 8;

[0047] FIG. 10 is an enlarged schematic diagram of part D in FIG. 8;

[0048] FIG. 11 is an exploded schematic diagram of the decorative window shutter shown in FIG. 8;

[0049] FIG. 12 is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in the fourth embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0050] FIG. 13 is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in the fifth embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0051] FIG. 14 is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative window shutter in the sixth embodiment of the present subject matter;

[0052] FIG. 15 is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the three inner panels in the seventh of the present present subjec matter;

[0053] FIG. 16 is an enlarged schematic view of part A in FIG. 15;

[0054] FIG. 17 is an exploded schematic view of the installation structure shown in FIG. 15;

[0055] FIG. 18 is an enlarged schematic view of part B in FIG. 17;

[0056] FIG. 19 is an enlarged schematic view of part C in FIG. 17;

[0057] FIG. 20 is an enlarged schematic view of part D in FIG. 17;

[0058] FIG. 21 is a schematic diagram of the structure after two window frames are joined together in the seventh embodiment of the present present subjec matter;

[0059] FIG. 22 is an exploded schematic view of the structure shown in FIG. 21;

[0060] FIG. 23 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window using the first inner panel in the seventh embodiment of the present present subjec matter;

[0061] FIG. 24 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window shown in FIG. 23 from another angle;

[0062] FIG. 25 is an enlarged schematic view of part E in FIG. 24;

[0063] FIG. 26 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window using the second inner panel in the seventh embodiment of the present present subjec matter;

[0064] FIG. 27 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window shown in FIG. 26 from another angle;

[0065] FIG. 28 is an enlarged schematic view of part F in FIG. 27;

[0066] FIG. 29 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window using the third inner panel in the seventh embodiment of the present present subjec matter;

[0067] FIG. 30 is a schematic diagram of the decorative window shown in FIG. 29 from another angle;

[0068] FIG. 31 is an enlarged schematic view of part G in FIG. 30;

[0069] FIG. 32 is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the three inner panels in an eighth embodiment of the present present subjec matter;

[0070] FIG. 33 is an enlarged schematic view of part H in FIG. 32;

[0071] FIG. 34 is an exploded schematic view of the installation structure shown in FIG. 32; and

[0072] FIG. 35 is an enlarged schematic view of part K in FIG. 34.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0073] It is to be understood that even though numerous characteristics and advantages of various embodiments of the present subject matter have been set forth in the foregoing description, together with details of the structure and function of various embodiments of the subject matter, this disclosure is illustrative only. In some cases, certain subassemblies are only described in detail with one such embodiment. Nevertheless, it is recognized and intended that such subassemblies may be used in other embodiments of the subject matter. Practitioners skilled in the art will recognize many modifications and variations. Changes may be made in detail, especially matters of structure and management of parts within the principles of the embodiments of the present subject matter to the full extent indicated by the broad general meaning of the terms in which the appended claims are expressed.

[0074] According to some embodiments, the decorative vinyl shutter of the present subject matter can provide diverse design choices with improved assembly efficiency and reduced manufacture costs. The following provides a further detailed description of the present subject matter in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

Embodiment 1

[0075] As shown in FIGS. 1 to 5, the selectable decorative window shutter in this embodiment includes a window shutter frame 1 and an inner panel 2 installed on the frame 1. The frame 1 is an integrally molded unit, preferably made of injection-molded material, while the inner panel 2 can be made from blow-molded plastic, injection-molded plastic, wood, acrylic, glass, or similar materials.

[0076] The window shutter frame 1 is equipped with two installation windows 11 positioned vertically, separated by a crossbar 10. Clips 12 extend toward the back of the frame 1 around the perimeter of the installation windows 11. The inner panel 2 is detachably connected to the frame 1 through these clips 12. The installation windows 11 in this embodiment are square, with at least one clip 12 on each side, allowing all four sides of the inner panel 2 to be securely fixed, resulting in a more stable installation.

[0077] In this embodiment, the perimeter of the inner panel 2 extends toward the back to form a snapping section 21, where the clips 12 attach to achieve a detachable connection with the frame 1. The snapping section in this embodiment is an extending wall that projects from the perimeter of the inner panel 2 toward the back. A snap hole 22 is located on the extending wall on one side, while a snap groove 23 is located on the outer wall of the extending wall on the other side. During installation, the inner panel 2 is inserted from the front of the frame 1 into the installation window 11, with one side's clip 12 inserted into the snap hole 22 first, followed by securing the clip 12 on the other side into the snap groove 23.

Embodiment 2

[0078] As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, in this embodiment, snap grooves 23 are formed on the extending walls on both sides of the inner panel 2. During installation, the inner panel 2 is inserted from the front of the frame 1 into the installation window 11, and the clips 12 on the frame 1 are secured into the corresponding snap grooves 23.

Embodiment 3

[0079] As shown in FIGS. 8 to 11, in this embodiment, the outer perimeter of the inner panel 2 is equipped with installation slots 24 or installation holes 25. Specifically, the outer perimeter on the left and right sides of the inner panel 2 has installation holes 25, while the outer perimeter on the top and bottom sides has installation slots 24. During installation, the inner panel 2 is inserted from the back of the frame 1 into the installation window 11, and the clips 12 pass through the installation slots 24 and installation holes 25 from front to back, snapping onto the inner panel 2 to achieve a detachable connection between the clips 12 and the frame 1.

Embodiment 4

[0080] As shown in FIG. 12, in this embodiment, the inner panel 2 features a vertical stripe structure. The installation structure of the inner panel 2 can refer to the aforementioned embodiments and is not described in detail here.

Embodiment 5

[0081] As shown in FIG. 13, in this embodiment, the inner panel 2 adopts a louver structure. The installation structure of the inner panel 2 can refer to the aforementioned embodiments and is not described in detail here.

Embodiment 6

[0082] As shown in FIG. 14, in this embodiment, the inner panel 2 features a woven rattan structure. The installation structure of the inner panel 2 can refer to the aforementioned embodiments and is not described in detail here.

[0083] From the above embodiments, it can be seen that this decorative window can be equipped with multiple inner panels 2 of different styles, allowing users to selectively install the inner panels 2 according to their preferences.

Embodiment 7

[0084] As shown in FIGS. 15 to 20, the three-in-one decorative window of this embodiment includes a window frame 1 and inner panels mounted on window frame 1. The window frame 1 is an integrally formed unit, preferably an injection-molded part. The inner panels may be blow-molded panels, injection-molded panels, wooden panels, acrylic lightbox panels, etc.

[0085] Two vertically aligned mounting windows 11 are formed on the window frame 1 of this embodiment, separated by a crossbar 14. The periphery of the mounting windows 11 is provided with buckles 12 extending toward the back side of the window frame 1. The inner panels include a first inner panel 21, a second inner panel 22, and a third inner panel 23. At the packed state during transportation, the first, second, and third inner panels can be sequentially stacked front to back and detachably mounted on the mounting windows 11. In the usage state, any one of the first, second, or third inner panels can be selected and detachably mounted on the mounting window 11 via the buckles. The mounting window 11 in this embodiment is a square window, and at least one buckle 12 is arranged on each side of the window, so that all four sides of the inner panel 2 can be secured, making the installation more stable.

[0086] The periphery of the first inner panel 21, second inner panel 22, and third inner panel 23 is provided with notches 24, into which the buckles 12 are snapped. Taking the installation of the first inner panel 21 as an example, during installation, the first inner panel 21 is inserted into the mounting window 11 from the back of the window frame 1 until the buckle 12 snaps into the notch 24.

[0087] In addition, the back periphery of the mounting window 11 is provided with a slot 13 that opens toward the back of the window frame 1. The slot 13 is located outside of the buckle 12. The periphery of the inner panel is provided with U-shaped snap feet 25 that correspond to and engage with the slot 13. During installation, the U-shaped snap feet 25 are reverse-locked into the slot 13.

[0088] In this embodiment, the first inner panel 21 and third inner panel 23 are formed with U-shaped snap feet 25, while the periphery of the second inner panel 22 has rearward protruding ribs 26. As shown in FIGS. 15 to 17, in the packed state where the first, second, and third inner panels are sequentially stacked and detachably mounted on the window frame 1, the U-shaped snap feet 25 of the first inner panel 21 are reverse-locked into the slot 13, and the ribs 26 are embedded within the U-shaped snap feet 25 of the third inner panel 23. In this way, the first, second, and third inner panels avoid interfering with one another, making front-to-back stacking easier. At this point, the buckles 12 extend toward the back of the window frame 1 and protrude into the notches 24 of the third inner panel.

[0089] As shown in FIGS. 21 and 22, two window frames 1 can be joined together to form a storage space for the inner panels. The back of window frame 1 has mating mounting posts 15 and mounting holes 16. The mounting posts 15 are inserted into corresponding mounting holes 16, thereby coupling the two window frames 1 into an encased window frame. In this embodiment, each mounting window 11 of a window frame 1 accommodates three inner panels of different styles. Since a single window frame 1 has two mounting windows 11 of the same size top and bottom, when two window frames are coupled into one, the overall window frame can accommodate a total of 12 inner panels. For product packaging, this joined frame structure greatly saves on packaging space and packaging costs. In commercial display settings, a limited shelf space can showcase a greater variety of inner panel styles.

[0090] As shown in FIGS. 23 to 25, the decorative window uses the first inner panel 21, which is square-framed in shape.

[0091] As shown in FIGS. 26 to 28, the decorative window uses the second inner panel 22, which is louvered in shape.

[0092] As shown in FIGS. 29 to 31, the decorative window uses the third inner panel 23, which is slatted in a vertical-strip shape.

[0093] When used by the customer, two of the first, second, and third inner panels can be removed, leaving one inner panel as the displayed panel. Furthermore, the two vertically arranged mounting windows 11 of the same window frame 1 can be fitted with different styles of inner panels according to preference, satisfying diverse needs.

Embodiment 8

[0094] As shown in FIGS. 32 to 35, in this embodiment, the end of buckle 12 is provided with a bent fixing clip 121. In the packed state where the first inner panel 21, second inner panel 22, and third inner panel 23 are sequentially stacked front to back and mounted on the window frame 1, the fixing clip 121 is reverse-locked onto the third inner panel 23, thereby securing the first, second, and third inner panels together and preventing them from falling off the window frame 1. The fixing clip 121 can be provided on each buckle 12 of the window frame 11, or only on the buckles 12 at the left and right sides, or only on the top and bottom sides of the window frame 11. As long as the fixing clip 121 can reverse-lock the third inner panel 23, its placement is not limited to the above-mentioned locations. The remaining structure of this embodiment may refer to Embodiment 1 and is not repeated here.

[0095] The above are only the representative embodiments of the present subject matter. It should be pointed out that for those of ordinary skill in the art, without departing from the principle of the present subject matter, various modifications or improvements can be made to the present subject matter, such as in other applications. For example, the disclosed features can be incorporated into other molded plastic furniture assemblies, or these features, when applicable, can be incorporated into non-molded plastic furniture assembly, and these are all considered to be within the protection scope of the present subject matter. For example, the style of the inner panel is not limited to those provided in the above embodiments; other styles are also considered within the protection scope of this present subject matter.

[0096] Having disclosed exemplary embodiments and the best mode, modifications and variations may be made to the disclosed embodiments while remaining within the scope of the embodiments of the subject matter as defined by the following claims.