NEW Self-Adhesive Clear Bumper Now Available - BS28

Bumper Specialties is proud to introduce its newest addition to the already successful Bumper family, the BS-28 cylindrical self-stick bumper. Measuring .718”(18.2mm) Diameter by .600” (15.2mm) height, it stands tall and wide and suits a number of your difficult application needs. 

Self-Adhesive Bumper Foot – Clear BS28

This new revolutionary product was originally designed for the automotive industry, but like the versatility of all of our bumpers, it can be used in a myriad of other applications.

Available in our transparent Clear color, it will blend in to any surface it is applied to with any background color. Being made of our proprietary 100% Polyurethane material, its size will fill applications that need a strong dense product. It is Equivalent to the 3M SJ-5514 in its dimensions and can substitute as a more favorable cost positioned item. Contact your sales representative today for some samples or any questions you may have.

Keep the Party Bumping

We are always proud of the fact that our bumper feet are manufactured in the USA.  The Fourth of July is right around the corner; all you need is a hot dog, a cold drink, and a nice body of water to bronze yourself next to. While you’re enjoying your picnic this year, take a moment to notice the rubber bumper pads around the party. (Because they are definitely more exciting than fireworks!)

This grill uses protective rubber feet.

On your quest looking for our products, you may find them being used to protect your barbecue, which is one of our many outdoor bumpon applications. Collapsible shelves and doors on the grill are equipped with rubber bumpons for sound dampening and vibration resistance. After all, you want the party to be loud, not the slamming of the grill. If you take grilling very seriously, you’ll want to ensure that your equipment stays in mint condition. The precious grilling atmosphere that you’ve created won’t be interrupted by unnecessary noise. Our products prevent your grill from succumbing to wear and tear by serving as protective stops.

Glass table using protective rubber bumpons.

Grills are not the only outdoor application; bumpons are used on glass patio furniture as a buffer between the glass and the table frame. The bumper feet prevent the glass from getting cracked or scratched. Your outdoor furniture will last longer so that the party never has to end.  And you shouldn’t be concerned about inclement weather; self-adhesive polyurethane bumpons can withstand all climates.

We may not have red and blue color options, but we do have white, clear, grey, black and brown bumpons available. You can check out our full line on our website. From all of us here at Bumper Specialties, have a fun and safe Fourth of July!

Grill using rubber bumper pads.

Apple Rolls Out New Software, Bumper Feet Stay Stuck

If you haven’t been living under a rock for the past couple decades, you’re probably – at the very least – conscious of the impact Apple has had on society. With the 2014 Worldwide Developers Conference in full swing, Apple announced exciting new software updates that were highly anticipated by both developers and consumers.

However if you were anticipating new hardware announcements you were probably disappointed, it looks like you’ll have to wait for the fall for the new iPhone 6. Luckily your Apple accessories can still be used on all your current products.

The countless Apple accessories constantly require Bumper Specialties products, which means regardless of the software updates, your accessories will not become obsolete. We’ve always felt an affinity towards Apple because our rubber feet can be utilized on all of their products and accessories. Our bumper feet are purchased as replacement Macbook laptop feet for a non-slip grip. They can also be found on iPhone docks in which rubber feet are used to reduce vibration and to keep the dock in place to prevent sliding on surfaces.  Our bumper pads are even used for unique applications like a microphone stand attachment for your iPad.

While the software is constantly changing, the hardware you use for accessories has not. Capsicum Sports has a single hand tablet holder with a built-in tripod mount. Your hand can easily slip into the strap on the back of the iPad or set up the tripod to take a selfie. The EyeGrip base is very low profile and includes four polyurethane feet that allows stable desktop operation. You can see from the picture that our rubber stops are on the back four corners for a anti-skid grip. Not only does this Apple accessory improve device functionality, but it’s also extremely affordable. 

Your Closets Best Accessory – Rubber Feet

Custom cabinetry extends beyond the kitchen and into the rest of the home – which means our protective rubber feet can be found there too. The entertainment center in the den; the bookcases in the library, the cabinetry in the bathroom, the ‘his and her’ walk-in closets, all come equipped with our favorite rubber protectors.

Beautiful walk-in closet

Valet Organizers, a customer of Bumper Specialties’, pairs function with elegance in their closet designs. They design media centers for the entertainers, wall beds for the spatially challenged, home offices for the workaholics, crafting stations for the serious DIYer, and deluxe walk-in closets for your designer threads. They like to use our small clear hemispherical BS-07 cabinet protector. This bumper foot provides a soft close cushion for sound dampening and vibration resistance.

Valet Organizers walk-in closet

They place our rubber bumper pads on the four corners of the underside of drawers and cabinets to protect the custom cabinetry against slams and wear. Rubber feet also protect against marring and scratches. By cushioning the wood, you’ll lengthen the life of your custom woodwork. We offer various bumper feet perfect for cabinet door stop applications. We provide clear bumper feet that completely blend in with the woodwork. Alternately, you can choose from our black, brown, gray, and white bumper feet options. Custom colors are also available.

As the slippery slope of ideas, Pinterest makes it very easy to indulge in fantasies about the endless possibilities. They have some closets that would make even Carrie Bradshaw blush. Whether you’re stocking stilettos or bow ties, seeing your wardrobe perfectly displayed against the custom cabinets is enough to have MTV Cribs knocking on your door. But a glorious walk-in closet is not just for the rich and famous, Pinterest also has plenty of DIY/low cost ideas because Pinterest doesn’t discriminate when it comes to your budget.

Dark brown drawers in walk-in closet

Shoe lovers need shelves, watch lovers need drawers, and your meticulously color coordinated wardrobe needs to be hung in custom cabinets – which means all of these things need rubber bumper feet! Although the contents of your closet may be expensive, our rubber feet are not, so you’ll have more cash to fill that ample closet space.

DIY Using Rubber Feet

Our self-adhesive bumpers can be used on a variety of projects, from homemade picture frames to DIY kitchen cabinet protection.  So dust off the cobwebs from your Pinterest boards! You pinned that DIY project six months ago while daydreaming of warmer climates, and they’ve finally arrived.

Go outside and grab some inspiration from the blooming flowers for your springtime DIY craft. Luckily, the Bumper Specialties’ Pinterest boards have no shortage of ideas in which you can gain inspiration or build something of your own creation; whichever you choose, make sure you bring bumper feet with you.

There are DIY drink coaster projects on Pinterest that use clear rubber feet. This project in particular uses a stencil to imprint an image on the glass coaster. Their final but most important step is putting rubber feet on the underside of the tile!

Rubber feet on DIY coasters!

Rubber feet are the unsung heroes of these projects. You might not be able to see them, but affixing rubber pads on the corners of your coasters ensures the longevity of your handiwork. Bumpers are especially important for glass or ceramic coasters because they will not scratch, mar, stain, or otherwise ruin your tabletop. Try an inconspicuous clear hemispherical bumper like our BS-12 that will blend seamlessly with the aesthetic of the coaster.

Buzzfeed published a list of DIY ceramic coasters perfect for a spring afternoon project. We especially like #8, check out the cool watercolor effect you can achieve using markers. You can also use things you find around the house, like old doilies or a burlap bag.

Once you’ve completed your project, head to your patio and enjoy your coasters with a nice glass of lemonade and let the vitamin D - and the gratification of accomplishment - wash over you.

Rubber Feet for POP Displays

Rubber feet are applied for protection on retail store displays, especially on Point of Purchase (POP) displays.  Bumper Specialties rubber feet grip the display to make sure it stays firmly in place without slipping or sliding.  since our rubber feet are 100% polyurethane, they will not stain or scuff any surface.

Rubber feet for POP display

Bumper Specialties products are most popular on acrylic displays.  We offer clear rubber feet so they do not detract from the display itself.  Our clear bumpers are nearly invisible when applied to an acrylic POP display.

WL Concepts creates retail displays with our rubber feet.  WL Concepts has an impressive portfolio collection featuring POP displays for The North Face, Macy's, and The Disney Store.  They create custom designs and displays, graphic, and even trade show exhibits, which all utilize rubber bumper feet for protection.  Bumper Specialties is proud to work with fellow United States Manufactures like WL Concepts.

Rubber feet protect acrylic displays

Bumper feet applied on acrylic retail displays

Photos (above) courtesy of WL Concepts

Rubber Feet for Coasters

Rubber feet protect your coasters, and coasters protect your table tops!

Bumper Specialties bumperstops have many applications, including rubber feet for coasters.  This particular application is most popular with granite, glass, and ceramic coasters.  Our bumper stops strongly adhere to the bottom surface of the coaster to keep the coaster from slipping or sliding on the tabletop.  Additionally, since our rubber feet are 100% polyurethane, they will not damage, scuff, or stain your table tops.

Craft Fusion Ltd. makes beautiful glass coasters with our bumper stops!

One of our customers, Craft Fusion Limited, creates beautiful glass art for over 100 galleries throughout the United Kingdom.  Bumper Specialties is happy to sell bumper stops in the UK.  As a matter of fact, we presently ship our bumper feet to over 70 countries!  All our rubber feet are available in clear, so they will be invisible and not detract from the glass art.  Keep stunning glass art protected with our high quality crystal clear bumpers and avoid the hassle of other unsightly stoppers.

Other companies use felt or cork to keep their coasters in place.  However, Bumper Specialties bumper stops will not crack, break, or wear out like these other materials.  Try using Bumper Specialties rubber feet on the bottom of your coasters to see the quality and improvement that comes with our products!  

Door Stops

Almost every door needs a door stop to protect against damaging the walls when opening.  Hinge doors and sliding doors alike both require a door stopper.  Bumper Specialties has designed the perfect solution to preventing wall damage from door knobs.

Hinge Doors

Our bumper, the BS-30, is a self adhesive door bumper that sticks to the wall behind the door where the door handles would make contact with the wall.  Without a door buffer in place, the door handles would scratch, crack, or damage the wall.

Some door stops are screwed into the floor to prevent the door from hitting.  Other door stops are screwed into the bottom corner of the door.  These methods both work, but they require extra hardware expense and time labor. Lastly, you can stub your toes on them!

Other door bumpers that mount on the wall require being screwed into a stud.  Our protective door stoppers are easy to apply, but still have a strong bond to the wall and are very secure.  Our most popular color is our clear door stops which blend into the wall.  We also carry black, brown, grey, and white door stoppers.

Sliding Doors

Sliding doors can crash into the door frame when they slide on their track.  This can damage and weaken the door frame.  Instead, try using a small door stop on the inside of the door frame to cushion the sliding door.

Try one of our door stops today and see the improvement in your walls, door frames, décor and comfort!

Drawer Bumper Pads

Rubber drawer pads protect hardware from wearing out and breaking caused by opening and closing.  Rubber Pads should be placed on the corners of the drawer to cushion the drawer when it closes.  This prevents abuse on the hardware and sliders.

Bumper pads protect drawers!

Without rubber drawer stops, your drawers can slam loudly.  Bumper pads protect drawer sliders and other hardware pieces.  Using cabinet drawer bumpers will prolong the life of drawer sliders and hardware.  Silence is golden, so try Bumper Specialties drawer pads to see the improvement in your drawers.

Cabinet Door Stops

Bumper Specialties: Industry Leader in Cabinet Door Protection

Cabinet door stops rank as one of Bumper Specialties most popular applications.  It’s amazing how certain sounds can make you cringe: your beeping alarm clock, a blaring car horn, and yes, the awful sound a cabinet makes when it slams shut!  Lucky for you, we have engineered the best sound dampening cabinet door stops in the industry.  Our bumper stoppers are designed with a softer durometer than the rest of our standard line to help cushion the door close. This provides our customers with a silent close and not that rattling smack!

You can find our door bumpers on kitchen cabinets or bathroom cabinets.  Some cabinets use screw in bumpers or threaded plastic feet, but they have higher labor and machinery costs.  Instead, our door stops are easy to apply, just peel of the back and stick on the inside corner of the cabinet to buffer the door from the cabinet frame—it will strongly adhere to the door with no extra work for you.  Furthermore, Bumper Specialties uses 100% polyurethane to make our rubber cabinet door stops, which is a higher quality compared to cork stops or foam pads.  Try our cabinet bumpers and hear the difference in your home too!

Amplify Your New iRadio Experience with an Acoustic Dock

Rubber feet are used to protect iPhone and iPad accessories!

The world is abuzz with the new update to the iPhone and iPad operating system.  Not only has Apple redesigned iOS7, they updated iTunes with the iRadio feature that introduces a streaming service like Pandora.  If you plan on using Apple’s new music service, you should try listening to it with Schuttenworks wooden acoustic docks for iPhones.

Bumper feet on Acoustic Dock

Schuttenworks iPhone dock

Schuttenworks creates handcrafted wooden accessories, stands, and docks for the several different Apple products.  Schuttenworks chooses Bumper Specialties rubber feet to use on the bottom of their docks to minimize sound vibration and to keep the dock in place to prevent sliding on surfaces.  These docks give an earthy look to the commonly sterile looking charging stand.  They also amplify the sound of the built in iPhone speakers without using any extra power.  Just like Bumper Specialties rubber feet, these stands are proudly Made in the USA. 

Rubber Bumper Spacers

Flat-top spacer

You may think that Bumper Specialties rubber feet are only good for dampening sounds on slammingcabinets, or minimizing vibration on speaker systems, or for non-skid cuttingboards, but our rubber bumpers can do so much more!  These versatile bumper products explore many fields and uses.  One application we would like to spotlight today is self adhesive bumpers used as rubber spacers. 

PCB Spacers

Rubber spacers are utilized on computers, routers, and stack-able network devices.  A fragile printed circuit board (or PCB) sits inside these devices.  Sometimes multiple PCB stack adjacently in a single device.  If they touch they can scratch, break, and cause computer damage.  What is a very simple solution to prevent them from touching?  Stick our rubber spacers on a PCB!

 Vinyl, nylon, or polyurethane spacers work best for this job.  Our bumper spacers function well because they are insulators, therefore they do not conduct electricity.  Ideally, spacers need to have a flat top to support the PCB.  In this application, our cylindrical self adhesive bumpers work best.

An alternative to bumper spacers is plastic screws; however, they take a lot more effort to apply.  All of our bumper spacers are backed with an aggressive adhesive, so they stick on immediately.  Plastic screws take up more space than rubber spacers because they require a hole drilled into the PCB. 

Glass Spacers

You can also find our rubber spacers used to stabilize glass.  For example, glass shelving and tables use our rubber spacers to keep the glass in place and help protect both the glass and the surface underneath. 

Substitutes for rubber spacers in this application can be cork, felt, tape, or foam.  Despite these other options, Bumper Specialties rubber spacers work most efficiently.  They grip the glass, can hold the weight of the glass without wearing out or flattening, and are transparent.

Rubber spacers are also used on windows because they effectively dampen vibrating and rattling from the window.  Rubber bumper spacers make windows sturdier when they are shut because they hold everything tightly in place.

Rubber spacers are just one of the many uses that make Bumper Specialties a small but necessary staple in our daily lives.   Keep an eye out for all the different ways rubber bumpers are used!

Rubber Bumper Feet to Protect Glass Artwork

In this post, we would like to highlight some unique applications of our Self-Adhesive Polyurethane Bumper Feet. While our clear bumper protectors can be found on glass tables and glass shelving, windows and doors, and even on glass cutting boards and coasters, we feel the need to take this moment to recognize some decorative applications that use our clear rubber feet on beautiful glass art. The glass artwork industry is a fascinating one, to be sure, and creations as delicate as those produced by such highly skilled glass artists deserve every protection available to them. That’s where our protective rubber bumpers come in. 

With customers in the glass industry around the world, we at Bumper Specialties understand the level of protection these precious works of art require. Our stick on Rubber Bumper Feet are designed and manufactured to protect both the applications to which they’re applied and the surfaces on which they are placed. Bumper Specialties Inc.’s clear rubber feet will never scratch, stain, or mar any surface – especially glass! As if that wasn't enough, our clear bumpers are nearly invisible when placed on glass, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of these pieces without distraction. Take a look at some of our favorite applications in the glass artwork industry. These are artists from all over the world that use Bumper Specialties’ protective feet for their precious glass art. 

Adam Waimon Blown and Carved Glass

www.adamwaimon.com

Maori Boy Glassware

maoriboy.co.nz

Woodbridge Hill Glass

woodbridgehillhideaway.com.au

Echo Lake Glass

www.echolakeglassstudio.com