WO1991008915A1 - Photo display defining image - Google Patents

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WO1991008915A1
WO1991008915A1 PCT/US1990/007342 US9007342W WO9108915A1 WO 1991008915 A1 WO1991008915 A1 WO 1991008915A1 US 9007342 W US9007342 W US 9007342W WO 9108915 A1 WO9108915 A1 WO 9108915A1
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Dean D. Held
Randy J. Archer
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    • G—PHYSICS
    • G03—PHOTOGRAPHY; CINEMATOGRAPHY; ANALOGOUS TECHNIQUES USING WAVES OTHER THAN OPTICAL WAVES; ELECTROGRAPHY; HOLOGRAPHY
    • G03C—PHOTOSENSITIVE MATERIALS FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC PURPOSES; PHOTOGRAPHIC PROCESSES, e.g. CINE, X-RAY, COLOUR, STEREO-PHOTOGRAPHIC PROCESSES; AUXILIARY PROCESSES IN PHOTOGRAPHY
    • G03C11/00—Auxiliary processes in photography
    • G03C11/14—Pasting; Mounting
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G1/00—Mirrors; Picture frames or the like, e.g. provided with heating, lighting or ventilating means
    • A47G1/06—Picture frames
    • A47G1/0633—Picture frames made of sheet material
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B44—DECORATIVE ARTS
    • B44C—PRODUCING DECORATIVE EFFECTS; MOSAICS; TARSIA WORK; PAPERHANGING
    • B44C5/00—Processes for producing special ornamental bodies
    • B44C5/02—Mountings for pictures; Mountings of horns on plates

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  • Prior art devices typically employ a cardboard frame to which a photograph is secured, usually by tape.
  • the frame is turned over and the upside-down photograph must be centered over the frame where desired and taped in position. If the alignment is not correct, the tape is removed and the process must be repeated.
  • this process is difficult since one cannot see the frame and picture while working and must work from the backside. Otherwise, the photograph may be secured to the outside of a frame member. This is unacceptable since the entire photograph including its border is seen.
  • personal photographs could be converted into Christmas cards and the like by selecting a photofinisher who would use a negative to print cards having the photo and text, such as a holiday greeting. This process is limited in that one must use the photofinisher and use its messages.
  • the invention comprises a method and device by which photographs and other art works may be quickly and easily mounted for display in an attractive frame.
  • a transparent sheet which has a releasable adhesive on own side forms the image defining frame and picture holding means.
  • Graphical images are applied to the transparent sheet to define one or more areas into which a photograph may be placed such that the photograph is framed by the graphics.
  • the graphics may provide a simple matting border for the photograph.
  • they may be artwork which places the subject of the photograph in a different environment, such as by placing a spreading tree on the transparent sheet. The user simply places the photograph or other art work to be displayed under the sheet and looks through the clear space defined by the graphics to see the photograph below.
  • photograph When the photograph appears to be positioned where desired, the sheet is pressed onto the photograph, securing it to the adhesive. If the photograph is not properly located, it is simply peeled back and repositioned. This also makes it very easy to provide updates since a new picture can be inserted into the device by simply peeling off the first photograph and inserting a second photograph.
  • photograph Whenever photograph is referred to herein, it broadly refers to any artwork desired to be displayed under the transparent sheet and is not limited to photographs.
  • a transparent sheet it is possible to utilize a sheet of magnetized material. Such magnetized sheets are often used as refrigerator magnets and may include a printed business card on the outside surface. Such materials can also be used to releasably hold and frame art work.
  • the sheet may be imprinted with the same graphics as on the transparency. The difference is that the image display area would need to be die cut out so only the border graphics are left.
  • the magnet takes the place of a need for adhesive as well as any need for a liner.
  • the magnet may be affixed to any flat surface that is ferromagnetic.
  • FIG. 1 is a front view of a photo display of the invention
  • FIG. 2 is a front view of an alternative embodiment in which the image display area is defined in part by an edge of the transparency
  • FIG. 3 is a front view of another alternative embodiment showing multiple image display areas
  • FIG. 4 is a fragmentary cross-sectional view taken along line 4-4 of FIG. 1
  • FIG. 5 is a left side elevational view through a variant of the display of FIG. 1, including a photo stand
  • FIG. 6 is a front view of a postcard embodiment of the invention.
  • device 10 of the invention is a complete framing device for presenting pictures and other art work which requires nothing except a photograph, textual piece or other art to be displayed.
  • device 10 is formed by a transparent sheet 12 to which graphics 14 are applied.
  • the graphics (which may be formed entirely or in part by text) , define an image display area 16 which is a clear space.
  • Image display area 16 is a clear section under which a photograph 18 may be placed such that the photo 18 is visible framed by said graphics 14.
  • Transparent sheet 12 includes a releasable adhesive 20 on its backside as shown in FIGS. 4 and 5.
  • Device 10 may be used to display photographs by simply placing a photograph 18 under the sheet. The user then views the photo 18 through display area 16 to position the photo were desired in the frame formed by graphics 14. When placement is correct, the user simply presses the adhesive 20 onto the underlying photo 18. If the placement is not as desired, the sheet is simply peeled free from the photo and re-applied until correct. The same transparent sheet may be used over and over with different photographs. As shown in FIG. 1, the graphics 14 may form a completely enclosed space as the image display area 16. Alternatively, the graphics may cooperate with one or more edges of the sheet 12 as shown in FIG. 2 to define an image display area 16. In the example shown in FIG. 2, any border on the photo would show along the edge away from the tree trunk. FIG.
  • the graphics 14 may form a plurality of image display areas 16. Either a single photograph may be used which in this case would give the appearance of looking out of a window, or several photos may be used, each in a separate "pane".
  • the invention is not limited to the use of rectangular transparent sheets.
  • the sheets may be of any shape.
  • the graphics may be die cut around the outside like decals such that the graphic portion and image defining area are the only portion of the original sheet to be used.
  • the transparent sheet 12 may be formed from nearly any transparent or even semitransparent material which will allow viewing of a photograph thereunder.
  • a particularly suitable sheet material is the material sold by Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Corp. of Minnesota (3M) identified as Scotchmark brand Identification paper.
  • This material is a clear polyester has a releasable adhesive back that does not damage photographic or other surfaces to which it is applied. A four color separated graphic may be readily applied to such material. A stay flat liner 24 is preferably applied to the adhesive back prior to the printing of graphics to keep the sheet from curling.
  • Another material which is suitable for the sheet 12 is clear vinyl, preferably about one-sixteenth of an inch thick (1.5880 mm). This thickness is desirable since it resists creasing when applying, removing or reapplying to photos.
  • Another suitable sheetstock source are the 2 mil clear polyesters with removable, reusable adhesives supplied by GPA Gummed Papers of America. These adhesives are less preferable in that they will leave a residue over time.
  • a releasable, reusable adhesive 20 is then applied to the back of the sheet 12.
  • the adhesive should cause little if any damage or residue to the photograph.
  • Adhesives such as those used on the back of the 3M Companies Post-It brand adhesive notes are suitable.
  • Adhesives such as those described in U.S. Patent 4,702,659 are suitable. Disclosure of U.S. 4,702,659 is incorporated herein by reference.
  • the graphics 14 may be applied to either side of the transparent sheet 12. The graphics may be in one or many colors, and as stated previously, may use text as well.
  • FIGS. 4 and 5 show that the invention involves a protective liner backing 24 which overlays the adhesive 20 to keep it from adhering to surfaces until desired.
  • the transparent sheet 12 has graphics on a surface to define the image display areas.
  • the invention may include a backing 26 which is relatively stiff, such as cardboard.
  • Backing 26 adds rigidity to the finished product and may carry a picture hanger 28 or a prop up easel 30 to allow the photo to be displayed on a desk.
  • the backing is attached to the same releasable adhesive 20 which secures the photo to the transparent sheet 12. All areas which are not covered by the photo present adhesive to which backing 26 may adhere.
  • backing 26 may include its own coating of a releasable, reusable adhesive.
  • FIG. 6 shows a form of the invention in which the device includes an additional flap 32 which presents a surface to which a message may be applied. In this manner, the flap 32 may carry a greeting and function as a greeting card, which may be folded as in conventional cards.
  • the photo may be readily removed by the recipient without difficulty.
  • the liner 24 may be permanently attached to flap 32 by a non-releasable adhesive along edge 34.
  • flap 32 may be marked as a postcard and the transparent sheet 12 with photo could be folded over and mailed as a unitary package.
  • the photo can also be removed at a later date or the flap may be removed so the photo can be displayed without the mailing information.
  • the adhesive 20 may be applied to backing 26 instead of the transparency. While less desirable, it enables placement of art works and photos 18 under the transparent sheet 12 such that they are framed by the graphics 14. The adhesive 20 when applied to backing 26 prevents the usage of a photo 18 as large as the transparent sheet 12 unless adhesive is also applied to the sheet 12.
  • the backing 26 may function as both the protective liner 24 and as the medium in which text may be written instead of using a separate flap 32.
  • a postcard could include a backing 26 with mailing information on one side and the other side could be attached to the photo 18 and transparent sheet 12.
  • an edge of sheet 12 could be permanently attached to backing 26 such that the photo 18 is inserted when the sheet is peeled back as far as possible.
  • the backing 26 may be of any size, including a large vinyl board to which many photos 18 could be attached.
  • sheet 12 would be formed from a magnetic material, preferably a flexible material such as described in U.S.
  • Patent 4,874,026 to Worrall Dayer the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.
  • Graphics 14 would be applied to the magnetic sheet 12 as described previously to define an image display area 16.
  • the sheet 12 in the image display area 16 would need to be removed, most preferably in a die cut process along the edge of the graphics 14.
  • a photo 18 could readily be positioned between the magnetic sheet 12 and a ferromagnetic surface such as a refrigerator or a ferromagnetic backing 26.
  • Backing 26 may also include an easel 30 or hanger 28. While this invention may be embodied in many different forms, there are shown in the drawings and described in detail herein specific preferred embodiments of the invention.

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Abstract

A means for displaying photographs includes a transparent sheet (16) to which graphical images (14) have been applied to form an image defining area under which a photograph may be inserted. The transparent sheet (16) includes a releasable adhesive to which the photograph is placed securing it to the sheet. The graphical image (14) forms a border for the photograph and highlights the subject matter of the picture. Normally, the adhesive is covered by a release sheet.

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PHOTO DISPLAY DEFINING IMAGE
Background of the Invention 1. Field of the Invention This invention relates to framing of photographs such that they may be displayed and updated with a different picture at will.
2. Description of the Related Art Prior art devices typically employ a cardboard frame to which a photograph is secured, usually by tape. The frame is turned over and the upside-down photograph must be centered over the frame where desired and taped in position. If the alignment is not correct, the tape is removed and the process must be repeated. Unfortunately, this process is difficult since one cannot see the frame and picture while working and must work from the backside. Otherwise, the photograph may be secured to the outside of a frame member. This is unacceptable since the entire photograph including its border is seen. Previously, personal photographs could be converted into Christmas cards and the like by selecting a photofinisher who would use a negative to print cards having the photo and text, such as a holiday greeting. This process is limited in that one must use the photofinisher and use its messages. The recipient would need to cut the photo out from the text to display the photo by itself. The art described in this section is not intended to constitute an admission that any patent, publication or other information referred to herein is "prior art" with respect to this invention, unless specifically designated as such. In addition, this section should not be construed to mean that a search has been made or that no other pertinent information as defined in 37 C.F.R. §1.56(a) exists.
Summary of the Invention The invention comprises a method and device by which photographs and other art works may be quickly and easily mounted for display in an attractive frame. A transparent sheet which has a releasable adhesive on own side forms the image defining frame and picture holding means. Graphical images are applied to the transparent sheet to define one or more areas into which a photograph may be placed such that the photograph is framed by the graphics. The graphics may provide a simple matting border for the photograph. Alternatively, they may be artwork which places the subject of the photograph in a different environment, such as by placing a spreading tree on the transparent sheet. The user simply places the photograph or other art work to be displayed under the sheet and looks through the clear space defined by the graphics to see the photograph below. When the photograph appears to be positioned where desired, the sheet is pressed onto the photograph, securing it to the adhesive. If the photograph is not properly located, it is simply peeled back and repositioned. This also makes it very easy to provide updates since a new picture can be inserted into the device by simply peeling off the first photograph and inserting a second photograph. Whenever photograph is referred to herein, it broadly refers to any artwork desired to be displayed under the transparent sheet and is not limited to photographs. Alternatively, instead of using a transparent sheet it is possible to utilize a sheet of magnetized material. Such magnetized sheets are often used as refrigerator magnets and may include a printed business card on the outside surface. Such materials can also be used to releasably hold and frame art work. The sheet may be imprinted with the same graphics as on the transparency. The difference is that the image display area would need to be die cut out so only the border graphics are left. The magnet takes the place of a need for adhesive as well as any need for a liner. The magnet may be affixed to any flat surface that is ferromagnetic.
Brief Description of the Drawings A detailed description of the invention is hereafter described with specific reference being made to the drawings in which: FIG. 1 is a front view of a photo display of the invention; FIG. 2 is a front view of an alternative embodiment in which the image display area is defined in part by an edge of the transparency; FIG. 3 is a front view of another alternative embodiment showing multiple image display areas; FIG. 4 is a fragmentary cross-sectional view taken along line 4-4 of FIG. 1; FIG. 5 is a left side elevational view through a variant of the display of FIG. 1, including a photo stand; and FIG. 6 is a front view of a postcard embodiment of the invention.
Description of the Preferred Embodiments With reference to the Figures, it will be seen that device 10 of the invention is a complete framing device for presenting pictures and other art work which requires nothing except a photograph, textual piece or other art to be displayed. As shown particularly by FIGS. 1-3, device 10 is formed by a transparent sheet 12 to which graphics 14 are applied. The graphics (which may be formed entirely or in part by text) , define an image display area 16 which is a clear space. Image display area 16 is a clear section under which a photograph 18 may be placed such that the photo 18 is visible framed by said graphics 14. Transparent sheet 12 includes a releasable adhesive 20 on its backside as shown in FIGS. 4 and 5. Device 10 may be used to display photographs by simply placing a photograph 18 under the sheet. The user then views the photo 18 through display area 16 to position the photo were desired in the frame formed by graphics 14. When placement is correct, the user simply presses the adhesive 20 onto the underlying photo 18. If the placement is not as desired, the sheet is simply peeled free from the photo and re-applied until correct. The same transparent sheet may be used over and over with different photographs. As shown in FIG. 1, the graphics 14 may form a completely enclosed space as the image display area 16. Alternatively, the graphics may cooperate with one or more edges of the sheet 12 as shown in FIG. 2 to define an image display area 16. In the example shown in FIG. 2, any border on the photo would show along the edge away from the tree trunk. FIG. 3 shows that the graphics 14 may form a plurality of image display areas 16. Either a single photograph may be used which in this case would give the appearance of looking out of a window, or several photos may be used, each in a separate "pane". The invention is not limited to the use of rectangular transparent sheets. The sheets may be of any shape. Alternatively, the graphics may be die cut around the outside like decals such that the graphic portion and image defining area are the only portion of the original sheet to be used. The transparent sheet 12 may be formed from nearly any transparent or even semitransparent material which will allow viewing of a photograph thereunder. A particularly suitable sheet material is the material sold by Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Corp. of Minnesota (3M) identified as Scotchmark brand Identification paper. This material is a clear polyester has a releasable adhesive back that does not damage photographic or other surfaces to which it is applied. A four color separated graphic may be readily applied to such material. A stay flat liner 24 is preferably applied to the adhesive back prior to the printing of graphics to keep the sheet from curling. Another material which is suitable for the sheet 12 is clear vinyl, preferably about one-sixteenth of an inch thick (1.5880 mm). This thickness is desirable since it resists creasing when applying, removing or reapplying to photos. Another suitable sheetstock source are the 2 mil clear polyesters with removable, reusable adhesives supplied by GPA Gummed Papers of America. These adhesives are less preferable in that they will leave a residue over time. A releasable, reusable adhesive 20 is then applied to the back of the sheet 12. The adhesive should cause little if any damage or residue to the photograph. Adhesives such as those used on the back of the 3M Companies Post-It brand adhesive notes are suitable. Adhesives such as those described in U.S. Patent 4,702,659 are suitable. Disclosure of U.S. 4,702,659 is incorporated herein by reference. The graphics 14 may be applied to either side of the transparent sheet 12. The graphics may be in one or many colors, and as stated previously, may use text as well. FIGS. 4 and 5 show that the invention involves a protective liner backing 24 which overlays the adhesive 20 to keep it from adhering to surfaces until desired. The transparent sheet 12 has graphics on a surface to define the image display areas. As shown in FIG. 5, the invention may include a backing 26 which is relatively stiff, such as cardboard. Backing 26 adds rigidity to the finished product and may carry a picture hanger 28 or a prop up easel 30 to allow the photo to be displayed on a desk. The backing is attached to the same releasable adhesive 20 which secures the photo to the transparent sheet 12. All areas which are not covered by the photo present adhesive to which backing 26 may adhere. Additionally, backing 26 may include its own coating of a releasable, reusable adhesive. FIG. 6 shows a form of the invention in which the device includes an additional flap 32 which presents a surface to which a message may be applied. In this manner, the flap 32 may carry a greeting and function as a greeting card, which may be folded as in conventional cards. If desired, the photo may be readily removed by the recipient without difficulty. The liner 24 may be permanently attached to flap 32 by a non-releasable adhesive along edge 34. Alternatively, flap 32 may be marked as a postcard and the transparent sheet 12 with photo could be folded over and mailed as a unitary package. The photo can also be removed at a later date or the flap may be removed so the photo can be displayed without the mailing information. If desired, the adhesive 20 may be applied to backing 26 instead of the transparency. While less desirable, it enables placement of art works and photos 18 under the transparent sheet 12 such that they are framed by the graphics 14. The adhesive 20 when applied to backing 26 prevents the usage of a photo 18 as large as the transparent sheet 12 unless adhesive is also applied to the sheet 12. Otherwise, the photo 18 would contact all adhesive on the backing, leaving no way for the photo to be releasably adhered to the sheet 12. The backing 26 may function as both the protective liner 24 and as the medium in which text may be written instead of using a separate flap 32. Thus, a postcard could include a backing 26 with mailing information on one side and the other side could be attached to the photo 18 and transparent sheet 12. an edge of sheet 12 could be permanently attached to backing 26 such that the photo 18 is inserted when the sheet is peeled back as far as possible. The backing 26 may be of any size, including a large vinyl board to which many photos 18 could be attached. In the magnetic version of the invention, sheet 12 would be formed from a magnetic material, preferably a flexible material such as described in U.S. Patent 4,874,026 to Worrall Dayer, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference. Graphics 14 would be applied to the magnetic sheet 12 as described previously to define an image display area 16. In order to view art work, the sheet 12 in the image display area 16 would need to be removed, most preferably in a die cut process along the edge of the graphics 14. A photo 18 could readily be positioned between the magnetic sheet 12 and a ferromagnetic surface such as a refrigerator or a ferromagnetic backing 26. Backing 26 may also include an easel 30 or hanger 28. While this invention may be embodied in many different forms, there are shown in the drawings and described in detail herein specific preferred embodiments of the invention. The present disclosure is an exemplification of the principles of the invention and is not intended to limit the invention to the particular embodiments illustrated. This completes the description of the preferred and alternate embodiments of the invention . Those skilled in the art may recognize other equivalents to the specific embodiment described herein which equivalents are intended to be encompassed by the claims attached hereto.

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WHAT IS CLAIMED IS: 1. A device for displaying pictures comprising: framing means defining at least one image display area, said framing means including a sheet having releasable adherence means for releasably adhering said sheet to another surface, said framing means including a graphical image on a surface of said sheet, and said graphical image defining at least one image display area on said sheet through which an underlying object would be visible.
2. The device of Claim 1 wherein said adherence means is a magnetic sheet.
3. A device for displaying pictures comprising: (a) framing means defining at least one image display area, said framing means including a transparent sheet having a releasable adhesive applied to the bottom surface of said sheet, said framing means including a graphical image on a surface of said sheet, said graphical image defining at least one image display area; and (b) liner means for covering said releasable adhesive such that said adhesive is not exposed until said sheet means is removed.
4. The device of Claim 3 further including at least one picture sandwiched between said liner means and framing means, each one of which is visible through an image display area, each of said pictures being adhered to said frame means by said releasable adhesive.
5. The device of Claim 3 wherein said transparent sheet is cut along the outside edges of said graphical image such that said graphical image may be separated from the remainder of the transparent sheet.
6. The device of Claim 3 further including a postcard attached to said transparent sheet means along an edge with a non-removable adhesive.
7. The device of Claim 3 further including a greeting card containing a textual message attached to said transparent sheet means along an edge with a non-removable adhesive.
8. The device of Claim 3 wherein said graphical image is a four color separated graphic.
9. The device of Claim 3 wherein said graphical image includes a combination of graphics and text to define at least one image display area for a photograph.
10. The device of Claim 3 further including a backing means applied to the adhesive of said transparent sheet.
11. The device of Claim 10 wherein said backing means includes means for providing a stand for said device.
12. A device for framing photographs comprising: (a) transparent sheet means having a releasable adhesive secured to one surface; and (b) graphical images applied to a surface of said transparent sheet means so as to define thereby at least one image display area under which one or more photographs may be positioned so as to be visible only through said image display area.
13. The device of Claim 12 further including a release sheet covering said releasable adhesive.
14. The device of Claim 12 further including a postcard attached to said transparent sheet means along an edge with a non-removable adhesive.
15. The device of Claim 12 further including a greeting card containing a textual message attached to said transparent sheet means along an edge with a non-removable adhesive.
16. A method for displaying photographs comprising the steps of: (a) obtaining a transparent sheet having a releasable adhesive on a surface, said sheet having at least one image display area on a surface defined by graphics on said surface; and (b) positioning a photograph with its exposed side to the adhesive of said sheet such that the exposed photo image may be seen framed by said image display area.
17. The method of Claim 16 further including the step of: (c) placing a backing sheet onto said photograph and adhesive side of said transparent sheet so as to provide a more rigid photograph display and to cover any still exposed adhesive.
18. A method for decorating a wall comprising: (a) positioning on a wall at least one transparent sheet, said sheet having a releasable adhesive on a surface, said sheet having at least one image display area on a surface defined by graphics on said surface; and (b) positioning a photograph with its exposed side to the adhesive of said sheet between said wall and said transparent sheet such that the exposed photo image may be seen framed by said image display area.
19. The method of Claim 18 further including the step of: (c) placing a plurality of said transparent sheets on said wall to create a border on said wall.
20. A device for displaying pictures comprising: (a) framing means defining at least one image display area, said framing means including a transparent sheet having a releasable adhesive applied to the bottom surface of said sheet, said framing means including a graphical image on a surface of said sheet, said graphical image defining at least one image display area; and (b) backing means having a releasable adhesive applied to the bottom surface of a backing sheet, said backing sheet being adhered to said transparent sheet.
21. The device of Claim 20 further including at least one picture sandwiched between said backing means and framing means, each one of which is visible through an image display area, each of said pictures being adhered to said backing means by said releasable adhesive.
22. The device of Claim 20 wherein said transparent sheet is permanently attached along one edge to an edge of said backing sheet.
23. The device of Claim 20 wherein said backing means includes means for providing a stand for said device.
24. A method for decorating a ferromagnetic surface comprising: (a) positioning on a ferromagnetic surface at least one magnetic sheet, said sheet having at least one image display area on a surface defined by graphics on said surface; and (b) positioning a photograph with its exposed side to an underside of said sheet between said ferromagnetic surface and said magnetic sheet such that the exposed photo image may be seen framed by said image display area.
25. The method of Claim 24 further including the step of: (c) placing a plurality of said magnetic sheets on said ferromagnetic surface to create a border on said ferromagnetic surface.
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