Introduction to Trademark 27
Trademark Class 27 serves as the foundation that enhances both comfort and style in our living spaces. This class focuses on flooring elegance, providing materials that protect, insulate, and improve the appearance of floors. In residential, commercial, or industrial spaces, this class provides materials that bring warmth, durability, and visual appeal to different environments. It encompasses a wide range of products such as Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum, and other materials for covering existing floors; wall hangings, not textiles. It mainly includes products intended to be added as coverings to previously constructed floors and walls.
Let us discuss the products covered under Trademark Class 27 briefly:
a. Carpets and Rug’s: This includes textile floor coverings like carpets and rugs, which add comfort and aesthetic appeal to various spaces.
Example: Oriental Rugs is a brand in India known for carpets, rugs, floor coverings, etc.
b. Linoleum Flooring: This covers resilient linoleum floor coverings made from natural materials, often used in commercial settings and known for their durability and ease of maintenance.
Example: Godrej Interio is a brand in India that offers furniture and flooring solutions.
c. Mats and Matting: This includes various types of mats such as door mats, floor mats, rubber mats, bath mats,, gymnastic mats, yoga mats, prayer mats etc
Example: Decathlon is known for its “Domyos” yoga mats, which are well-regarded for their quality and affordability. They offer mats designed for comfort and grip during yoga practice.
d. Wallpaper and Non-Textile Wall Hangings: This includes decorative items for walls such as wallpaper and Non-Textile Wall Hangings.
Example: Asian Paints is a well-known brand in India offering a wide range of wallpapers with various designs and finishes.
e. Other Floor Coverings: Various materials are used to cover and protect existing floors, such as vinyl, cork, and laminate.
Example: Gerflor offers a wide range of vinyl flooring solutions known for their durability and design options.
Inclusions and Exclusions under Trademark Class 27
Trademark Class 27 covers a wide range of products as discussed above. Below is a detailed breakdown of the specific items included and excluded from this classification.
Specific Inclusions in Trademark Class 27:
✔ Automobile carpets
✔ Mats being floor coverings, for example, bath mats, door mats, gymnastic mats, yoga mats.
✔ Artificial turf
✔ Wallpaper, including textile wallpaper.
Specific Exclusions in Trademark Class 27:
✘ Floors, floorings, and floor tiles of metal (Class 6) and not of metal (Class 19), wooden floorboards (Class 19).
✘ Electrically heated carpets (Class 11)
✘ Geotextiles (Class 19)
✘ Mats for infant playpens (Class 20)
✘ Wall hangings of textile (Class 24).
Steps involved in registering Trademark under Class 27
Initial Trademark Search for Trademark Class 27
Before starting with the registration process under Trademark Class 27, a detailed Trademark Search is required to be conducted to ensure that the proposed trademark is unique and does not conflict with existing trademarks under Trademark Class 27. Search can be carried out online through the official website of the Trademarks Registry (https://tmrsearch.ipindia.gov.in/tmrpublicsearch).
Prepare and Draft the Trademark Application for Trademark Class 27
For preparing and drafting the trademark application form (TM-A), the following information and documents are required to be collated:
- A clear representation of the trademark
- Details of the applicant, including name, address, and nationality
- Description of goods or services associated with the trademark
- Date of first use (if applicable)
- Power of Attorney (if filed through an attorney)
- Digital Signature of the Applicant
The application can be filed online through the official website or a physical application can be submitted at the nearest Trademarks Registry office.
Submit the Application for Trademark Class 27
The trademark application can be submitted online or offline by paying the requisite fees. The fee varies depending on whether you’re an individual, a startup, a small enterprise, or a large corporation.
Examination by the Trademarks Registry
The Trademarks Registry will review the application to ensure it complies with the relevant laws and regulations. They will assess the distinctiveness of the mark, potential conflicts, and other requirements.
Publication in the Trademarks Journal
If the Registrar finds no objections or issues with your application, your trademark will be published in the Trademarks Journal. This publication allows interested parties to oppose the registration within a specific period (usually four months).
Objection and Opposition Period
During the publication period, objections or oppositions can be filed by third parties against the proposed trademark. If an objection is filed, the opportunity to respond shall be granted.
Registration Certificate of Trademark Class 27
If there are no valid objections or if you successfully resolve any objections, the Registrar will issue a Certificate of Registration for trademark under Class 27. This certificate confirms your exclusive rights to the mark within Trademark Class 27.
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Conclusion on Trademark Class 27
Trademark Class 27 covers products for floor and wall coverings such as carpets, rugs, mats, linoleum, non-textile wall hangings, and other materials designed to enhance and protect surfaces in various settings such as residential, commercial, and industrial spaces. As design trends evolve and innovation continues, proper classification and trademark protection under Class 27 is vital for establishing brand recognition and reliability.
For businesses operating in the Floor Coverings industry, securing a trademark in Class 27 is essential to distinguish themselves in a competitive market and reflect the brand’s commitment to offering products that enhance spaces through both aesthetic appeal and practical functionality. To explore other trademark classes, refer to the ” Trademark Class List 1 to 45 ” Ensure your trademark is protected with expert assistance from Registration Arena.
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