Connector for transition moldings

Abstract

The invention provides a flooring molding connector for transitional molding. The system features a base member that secures to a sub-floor through adhesive or mechanical means, and a serrated insertion member for engaging a complementary molding member. The molding member is equipped with a flat section and a downward-extending stem that ends in an arrowhead tip, facilitating secure engagement with the insertion member.

What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A connector system for securing transitional molding to a sub-floor, comprising:
 a base member configured to be fastened onto the sub-floor;   an insertion member arising perpendicularly from the base member, wherein the insertion member comprises a plurality of serrations; and   a molding member including a flat section and a stem extending perpendicularly and downwardly from the flat section, the stem terminating in an arrowhead tip configured for engagement with the plurality of serrations of the insertion member, wherein the engagement permits one-way insertion.   
     
     
         2 . The connector system of  claim 1 , wherein the base member is attachable to the sub-floor via adhesive or mechanical fastening. 
     
     
         3 . The connector system of  claim 1 , wherein the plurality of serrations on the insertion member are designed to engage with the arrowhead tip of the stem member to secure the molding member in place and prevent unintentional dislodgement. 
     
     
         4 . A method for installing a transitional molding onto a sub-floor, comprising:
 providing a connector having a base member configured to be fastened to the sub-floor, an insertion member arising perpendicularly from the base member having a plurality of serrations;   providing a molding member including a flat section with a stem extending perpendicularly and downwardly terminating in an arrowhead tip;   aligning the arrowhead tip of the molding member with the plurality of serrations of the insertion member; and   inserting the arrowhead tip into the insertion member to secure the molding member in place, wherein the engagement of the arrowhead tip with the plurality of serrations permits one-way insertion.   
     
     
         5 . The method of  claim 4 , wherein the base member is fastened to the sub-floor using a selection between adhesive and mechanical fastening based on sub-floor material or installer preference.