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12/22/2015

Deck the Halls with Rubber Bumpers

Christmas is just a few days away, and you can feel the excitement in the air! Your family will be gathered together, exchanging gifts and ripping that wrapping paper to see what they received. You may be surprised how many of your presents have self-adhesive rubber bumpers on them; such as popular children’s toys and games, picture frames, collectibles, and various electronics. These rubber bumpers are there to protect your gifts and whatever surface it is on. Can you spot the bumpers on your gift?

Rubber Feet on Toys & Collectibles
Rubber Feet on Toys and Collectibles

Keep in mind Christmas is not all about the gifts under the tree; it’s about those you celebrate it with around the tree. Everyone has their own holiday traditions that vary from family to family. Many exchange stories, attend various holiday events, or just sit around and play an old fashioned board game together. While you are playing those classic board games with your family and creating those long lasting memories, check to see if it has rubber feet on it.

Rubber Feet on Board Games
Rubber Feet on Board Games

From all of us here at Bumper Specialties, we would like wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!



11/24/2015

Give Thanks for Bumpers

The holiday season is here! Look around your kitchen, you may find self-adhesive rubber bumper feet on many of your kitchen accessories. Before carving that delicious Thanksgiving Day turkey, take a look at those rubber feet on the bottom of your knife block and cutting board. Our rubber bumper feet can be used to prevent these items from sliding while protecting your expensive countertops. The knife block is used to organize and protect your knife set. Also, your knives will last longer and stay sharp when it’s time to carve your turkey.

Rubber Feet on Knife Block
Rubber Feet on Knife Block

Your turkey is now cut and ready to be served, but what is a turkey without all the trimmings. Distribute your favorite side dishes by using your serving utensils. Many of your cooking and serving utensils get buried in your kitchen drawers and when it’s time to use them you can’t find them. Try using a kitchen utensil holder to organize your cooking and serving tools when preparing your Thanksgiving Day feast. Utensil holders also have our rubber feet on them. You have cooked, prepared, and served your meal; it’s now time to sit down, and enjoy it with your family.

Rubber Feet on Kitchen Utensil Holder
Rubber Feet on Kitchen Utensil Holder

11/06/2015

Bumper Pads: The Hidden but Important Picture Frame Accessory

Choosing the right framed artwork or print is tough, but placing self-adhesive rubber bumper pads on the frame is simple. By adding these rubber bumper pads to your frame, your walls will be protected from any marks or scratches. These anti-skid bumpers also stop your frames from sliding and keep them level. You also may notice that after applying these rubber spacers the dust and dirt shadows that would normally be found around the frame will be limited. Our products are not only used for hanging artwork but our rubber bumper feet can be used to protect glass artwork and other DIY projects. Keep in mind these rubber pads can also be used on other applications in your home, including cabinets, coasters, cutting boards and furniture. The applications are endless!

Rubber Bumper Pads on Picture Frames
Rubber Bumper Pads on Picture Frames

We all know that decorating your home can be a daunting task, but it also can be a fun activity. Everyone has their own style and vision of how they want each room in their home to look. Nothing does more for room space than filling the walls with framed artwork, family photos, or prints. Whatever your preference is, there are various options for you. You can choose from a standard wooden or metal picture frame to canvas, metal, or acrylic prints. Again having rubber bumper pads on frames will ensure it will remain flush on the wall. The artwork you choose in your family rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, and bathrooms is what you make it, so let’s get to it!

Tips & Tricks for Hanging Your Picture Frames!



Steps to Hanging a Picture Frame

  1. Find the right location for your framed picture and center it.
  2. Measure and mark the wall to where you want the picture to be placed. 
  3. Choose the right fasteners to hang the picture.
  4. Install the fastener used to hang the picture.
  5. Place self-adhesive rubber bumper pads to the bottom corners on the back of the frame before hanging.
  6. Hang your work of art or family photo!


10/08/2015

Your Cat Can’t Scratch Off These Rubber Feet

Attention all cat lovers! Anti-skid self-adhesive rubber feet are on various pet items; including scratching posts, cat trees, pet bowls, and litter boxes for cats and dogs to prevent them from sliding. Our rubber bumper feet help to avoid any damage to your floors caused by the movement of these products. The question is how do you prevent your cat from doing the same?

Rubber Feet on Kitty Scratch Pole
Rubber Feet on Kitty Scratch Pole

What to Scratch or Not to Scratch

Cat owners know that they can’t stop their cat from scratching things in their home, but they can teach them what to scratch. Cats scratch objects in their environment to mark their territory by leaving a mark and a scent. Train your cat to use the Kitty Scratch Pole instead of your expensive floors, closet doors, and furniture. Mother Earth Products, Inc. created this product with the cat and owner in mind. This particular scratching pole is an eco-friendly alternative that is safe for your pet and does not harm the environment. The base and top are made of sustainable wood and finished in PolyWhey, a durable, non-toxic finish. The core consists of a cardboard mailing tube and cardboard discs, which can be recycled.

Our BS-24 black cylindrical rubber feet are placed on the bottom of the Kitty Scratch Pole to give it more stability and to protect your floors from any nicks or scuffs. We are excited to see our rubber bumper feet on this product, as well as other unique applications. Next time you pull out your cat’s favorite food, take a look at your cabinets because our rubber bumper pads are sure to be on there too.

Check out this cat compilation video that will be sure to make you laugh!!



9/30/2015

Keep Your Soap Dry While Avoiding the Slide

The décor of bathrooms constantly changes, but our self-adhesive rubber feet can still be found on various bathroom items in homes and hotels. These rubber feet can be seen on soap dishes, lotion dispensers, and toothbrush and tissue holders. Our rubber bumper pads also protect bathroom cabinet doors from any damage caused from frequent usage.

Ampersand Punk Soap Dish    
Ampersand Punk Soap Dish
(Photo Credit: Kevin Michael Briggs)

Choosing the Best Soap Dish for Your Bathroom

Are you tired of constantly replacing and cleaning up after using a bar of soap? There is a solution to this frustrating problem. Ampersand has created the “Punk Soap Dish” that will keep your bar of soap dry and help it last longer. This particular soap dish is made from powder-coated aluminum and has pyramidal studs that allow airflow underneath your soap.

Black Rubber Feet on Ampersand Punk Soap Dish
Black Rubber Feet on Ampersand Punk Soap Dish
(Photo Credit: Kevin Michael Briggs)
This durable soap dish also has four of our BS-34 black self-adhesive cylindrical rubber feet at the bottom to prevent scratching and slipping. If you are looking to brighten up your sink or shower, it comes in five different colors.

Rubber Feet on Bathroom Items

Our rubber feet can be placed on many different types of bathroom accessories to make sure that your expensive countertops, sinks, and shower doors are protected. Next time you are brushing your teeth or washing your hands, check out your bathroom items to see if they have rubber feet on them.

Rubber Feet on Bathroom Items
Rubber Feet on Bathroom Items

9/15/2015

Ready or Not, Robots Are Coming and They Have Rubber Feet!

When new and exciting technology comes out there is a good chance they will have rubber feet on them. These rubber feet can be used as protectors and stabilizers for the product. Our rubber bumper feet are timeless and continue to meet the needs of current and future trends.

Rubber Feet on Kubi Robot
Kubi by Revolve Robotics

The Future of Video Calling

Looking for a more efficient way of communicating with a coworker, healthcare professional, or a teacher? You are in luck because the team at Revolve Robotics has something for you. They have developed the “Kubi,” which is a portable video conferencing robotic tablet stand. The Kubi converts these tablets into web controlled telepresence robots that allow you to navigate around any location. This tablet-based robotic platform improves video calling with remote control movement. The Kubi app has the ability to work with Skype, Facetime, Gotomeeting, Webex, and many others. Online classes, going on business trips, and speaking with your healthcare professional has become a lot easier thanks to the Revolve Robotics team.


Rubber Feet on Robots


We are excited to see that our rubber feet will be used on a robotic tablet stand. At the bottom of each stand there are our BS-41 gray cylindrical self-adhesive rubber feet to keep the product from moving. Our rubber feet are essential in making sure that the Kubi does not make any unnecessary movements due to its tilting, panning, and turning capabilities. 

BS-41 Gray Cylindrical Rubber Feet
BS-41 Gray Cylindrical Rubber Feet



8/27/2015

Don’t Be Bumped Off Your Network

Google Jumps into the Network


To say network devices play a part in our everyday lives is an understatement. Just like these devices, rubber feet are everywhere and serve as protectors.  We are constantly surfing the web, checking email, accessing our social media pages, or online shopping. Modems and routers play a pivotal part in the overall production in today’s society. Since technology is constantly changing, there is always a new product, design or upgrade that becomes available to increase overall performance. Google has recently unveiled a new Wi-Fi router called the OnHub. This tabletop router provides a new way of accessing your Wi-Fi by using the OnHub app on your smartphone. It automatically adjusts your settings to provide a better user experience within in your Wi-Fi environment.

Rubber Feet on Bottom of Routers & Modems


There are different types of network routers and modems on the market that vary in shape and size, but there is a part that is common in all of them. At the bottom of each router there are four rubber feet that protect the router and the surface it is on. At Bumper Specialties, Inc., we offer several styles of rubber feet that will fit on different types of routers. We also provide replacement feet in various shapes and sizes for this particular application just like we do for laptop feet.


Rubber Feet for Network Equipment
Rubber Feet for Network Equipment

Protecting Your Tabletop with Rubber Feet


Household and office furniture can be easily damaged by the constant movement of these devices, but with help of these rubber feet they will not be. Our cylindrical, hemispherical, and square self-adhesive rubber feet are made of 100% polyurethane that will not mar, scratch, or stain any surface. Our rubber bumper feet can also be applied to protect many other applications that you see each day.

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