Matthew S Jenkins

US Patent:

62956582, Oct 2, 2001

Filed:

Nov 24, 1997

Appl. No.:

8/977330

Inventors:

Matthew Jenkins - Allen Park MI

International Classification:

E03D 1100

US Classification:

0042511

Abstract:

The system comprises a disposable pad having a plurality of layers, and means for retaining the disposable pad either upon the upper surface of a permanent base or directly onto the floor. The permanent base is positioned upon the floor and the base has an upper surface that is generally horizontal. The disposable pad includes a layer of absorbent material, and a coating layer of waterproof material. The pad is flame retardant and biodegradable. The system is useful for keeping the floor dry and in a sanitary condition. The undersurface of the disposable pad includes two bores for cooperative engagement with two projections extending upwardly and affixed to the floor.