Patent Application
20150351562
The present invention relates to the storage of hair extensions. More specifically, the present invention relates to devices which include a plurality of garment hangars carried by a single hook member or the like.
Most women generally within their lifetime will buy hair weave extensions, but eventually have no place to store them and usually end up putting them in plastic bags and placing them in a clothing drawer, causing the hair to tangle, and shed. On average, African American women spend $2000 or more annually on this type of hair extension product with nowhere to store their hair. Therefore, there is a need for an apparatus which allows women to hang their purchased hair extensions allowing them to design their hair in any style they want without the clutter associated with storing a variety and quantity of different hair extensions.
The prior art has put forth several designs for hanger devices with a plurality of hangers. Among these are: U.S. Pat. No. 4,058,222 to Evelyn R. Singer describes a multiple clothes hanging device embodying a vertically supported elongate track member and a plurality of hanger slides, each carrying a garment hanger, slidably mounted on the track member, U.S. Pat. No. 2,601,926 to Mannie H. Speaker and Sidney Nash describes a multiple garment hanger comprising a frame of a hanger comprising a tube of suitable material drawn into a configuration of removable racks detachably secured to said frame and a swinging rack pivotally secured to the hanger frame and U.S. Pat. No. 2,593,356 to Clyde V. Smith describes a multiple garment rack comprising garment supporting arms inclined with respect to the connecting frame.
None of these prior art references describe the present invention.
The invention provides a storage apparatus, configured expressly for storing hair extensions comprising a free standing hanger, divided into sections to accommodate hanging the hair extensions placed on either one to three rows of hanging arms, with each arm featuring a series of spring loaded clip fasteners, on which the individual hair extensions may be hung, wherein one or more of these hanging arms feature heavy duty suction cups for use in securing.
It is an object of the present invention to provide a hanger device with a plurality of hangers suitable for hanging hair extensions.
In the accompanying drawings:
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The hair salon professional also uses this device to remove, wash and re-apply hair extensions in the proper order as well. The Hair Extension Hanger has a plurality of parallel bars or rods that are equally spaced across and are secured or attached at their respective ends to two sides thereby forming a rectangular frame. The two sides of the frame together with the bar or rods supports hair extensions by use of spring loaded clip fasteners. Turning now to
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Additionally, the U-shaped hangar member 18 defines a centrally located swivel 22 hook 24. Turning once again to
Use of the Hair Extension Hanger is very simple and straight forward. First, the user mounts The Hair Extension Hanger to their workstation via the heavy duty suction cups located either side of the unit or the single center located hook member. Once secured in place, The Hair Extension Hanger is ready for use. Prior to applying extensions to the hair, the user loads the extensions, whether removed from the client's own hair or newly purchased, onto the Hair Extension Hanger securing them in place via the spring loaded clips and placing their hair extensions according to whether they go on the left, right or center of the scalp. The user also makes sure to position the extensions across the bar or rods of the hanger in an ascending manner, left, right, center in the proper order of removal. Thus, when applying the extensions, the professional stylist easily removes one extension at a time, and places them in order of removal back to the client's hair.
The Hair Extension Hanger is an innovative product invention which offers hairstylists and their customers a number of significant benefits and advantages. Providing a simple and organized means of storing and accessing hair extensions, The Hair Extension Hanger offers salon professionals a practical means of protecting the integrity of these delicate pieces, while also maintaining a neat and orderly work space. Preventing the extensions from becoming tangled or disheveled, this unique storage tool also saves time, as professionals do not have to sort through tangled extensions in order to style their client's hair. Most importantly, because the Hair Extension Hanger is divided into sections which accommodate the right, left and center of the scalp, users easily store the extensions in order of removal. As such, the customers are spared the tedious and time consuming task of attempting to discern exactly where a particular extension is placed, enabling the professional to apply the extensions in a quick and expert manner. Salon customers also appreciate the Hair Extension Hanger as this product spares them the hassle of holding their extensions while their hair is done, thus enabling them to relax with a good book or magazine and enjoy a pampering experience.
The Hair Extension Hanger is a practical product invention which provides professional stylists and their customers or an individual, neat and organized storage for hair extensions. Simple to use and durably constructed, this handy tool proves an invaluable commodity at home and in any salon.
This application claims benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/916,648 entitled “HANGAR FOR HAIR WEAVE EXTENSIONS” filed Dec. 16, 2013, the aforementioned priority application being hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.
