Frame saver

Abstract

The Frame Saver is essentially a brace that is specially designed to reinforce frame stands when they lose their stability. Manufactured of a durable thermoplastic plastic material, this product is a splint-type apparatus, configured to slide directly onto the frame stand at the point of compromise. The device of the present invention comprises an essentially rectangular configuration comprising a sleeve having two opposing rigid sides that are configured to receive a cardboard frame support as is commonly found on table top frames

1 . A brace to fit over the frame support of table top picture frames, comprising durable thermoplastic material and essentially rectangular in configuration comprising a sleeve having two opposing rigid sides having a first end and a second end, wherein the rigid sides are configured to receive a cardboard frame support wherein the two opposing rigid sides are joined or “folded” along one edge to allow an opening at the opposite edge to receive the frame support. 
   
   
       2 . The brace of  claim 2  further wherein the two opposing rigid sides comprise a flared opening to more easily receive the cardboard picture frame support. 
   
   
       3 . The brace of  claim 1  wherein the opening is about one-quarter to about one-eighth inch wide. 
   
   
       4 . The brace of  claim 1  sized to accommodate a standard 5″ by 7″ frame. 
   
   
       5 . The brace of  claim 1  sized to accommodate a standard 8″ by 10″ frame. 
   
   
       6 . The brace of  claim 1  sized to accommodate a standard 11″ by 14″ frame. 
   
   
       7 . The brace of  claim 1  sized to accommodate more than one size frame.