A protective sheet and securement assembly includes an elongate sheet adapted to cover an exposed or shared surface of a patient support in the form of a therapy bed, the elongate sheet including a loop component of a loop fastener wherein the loop component is integrated within an exposed surface of the elongate sheet, and a plurality of securement members adapted to mount to the therapy bed, the securement members each including a hook component of a hook fastener being configured for releasable inter-engagement with the loop component thereby anchoring the elongate sheet to the therapy bed.

Two mattresses, of a same a different depth, share a same length and width. Each is in a shape of a rectangular prism and when placed one on top of the other, a larger rectangular prism is created. In order to hold the two mattresses in place when used together, a connector or connectors emanating from the sides or corners of each mattress are used. Such connectors can include hoop and loop fasteners, rings, hooks, lengths of fabric, and any combination thereof which hold the mattresses together in a taut manner.

A simple means to mechanically secure an existing flat bed sheet and a high friction material mat to a substantially full bed width rigid member to keep the flat bed sheet and any quilt, blanket, or comforter above the sheet securely in place to promote a more comfortable and healthy sleeping experience.

A mechanism for securing a mattress on a bed foundation is provided. More particularly, the invention relates to a folding mattress-retention mechanism that may compactly fold or be easily removed during shipping or storage. The folding mattress-retention mechanism includes a mattress-support structure, a first hinged attachment, and a second hinged attachment. The mattress-support structure includes a first and second end and may abut a side of a mattress atop a bed foundation. The first and second hinged attachments are coupled to the mattress-support structure at the respective first and second ends and may either affix or removably attach the folding mattress-retention mechanism to the foot, head, or sides of a bed foundation. Further, the hinged attachments may allow for movement, and the folding mattress-retention mechanism may move into and between an operable first position and a stowed second position.

A modular mattress having a spring coil assembly with a plurality of springs coils having a spring wrapped in a thin fabric and arranged in a generally rectangular shape, a sturdy fabric exterior surrounding the plurality of spring coils, and a first connection element. The mattress also includes a padding assembly with a polyurethane foam in a generally rectangular shape corresponding to the shape and size of the spring coil assembly, a sturdy fabric exterior surrounding the polyurethane foam, and a second connection element. The first connection element and the second connection element are configured to couple the spring coil assembly and the padding assembly.

A modular mattress having a spring coil assembly with a plurality of springs coils having a spring wrapped in a thin fabric and arranged in a generally rectangular shape, a sturdy fabric exterior surrounding the plurality of spring coils, and a first connection element. The mattress also includes a padding assembly with a polyurethane foam in a generally rectangular shape corresponding to the shape and size of the spring coil assembly, a sturdy fabric exterior surrounding the polyurethane foam, and a second connection element. The first connection element and the second connection element are configured to couple the spring coil assembly and the padding assembly.

An apparatus comprises a mattress. An underpad is positioned on the mattress such that a lower surface of the underpad is in contact with the mattress. A securing assembly is interposed between the mattress and the underpad. The securing assembly comprises a plurality of securing member positioned on the lower surface of the underpad, and a plurality of mating securing members positioned on the mattress. Each of the plurality of securing members engages a corresponding mating securing member so as to be removably coupled thereto, thereby immovably positioning the underpad on the mattress.

An apparatus and method for manipulating a covering such as a bed sheet are provided. The apparatus, in one form, includes a proximal grip portion and a distal covering engaging portion including a plurality of spaced-apart protrusions for engaging with corresponding spaced-apart openings in the covering. The apparatus includes end stop portions adjacent to the protrusions for limiting how far the protrusions may extend through the openings in the covering. A tool receiving portion of the covering may take the form of a pocket or spaced-apart openings that are located in at least one corner portion of the cover. The installation tool engages with the openings in the covering to manipulate the cover and reduces the need to bend over or crouch down to reach around or underneath the mattress when placing the sheet about the mattress.

A mattress-retention system is provided that maintains a mattress in place on an adjustable bed base. The base has a decking with sections that articulate to move the mattress into any of a variety of support positions. The decking is typically covered with a fabric. A pattern of micro-hook strips is coupled to the fabric, facing outwardly towards the mattress. The pattern of micro-hook strips may be contained within only one section, but may also be contained in other sections, or may cross-over multiple sections. This pattern of micro-hook strips interacts with the mattress to retain it in place.

Device for airing blankets comprising a crosspiece connected to a bed frame, at least two tubular profiles connected to each which can pivot. A spring element arranged inside each tubular profile passing through at least one second tubular profile for one first pipe profile and connects the second pipe profile to a first pipe profile wherein the second pipe profiles are connected to a support surface for a blanket and can be pivoted about an axis perpendicular to a support surface. An element is fastened to the first or second tubular profiles forming a receptacle for the pipe profile to be fastened, which fastens the first tubular profiles to the second tubular profiles. The first tubular profiles are arranged laterally in contact with each other and the second tubular profiles contact each other laterally wherein the first tubular profiles are vertically aligned with the respective second tubular profiles.