A47C21/028

ACTIVE MATTRESS ENCASEMENT
20170340132 · 2017-11-30 ·

An active mattress encasement which can be relatively easily installed or removed or rotated over a mattress supported by a foundation is disclosed. The encasement is formed to encapsulate a mattress and may include a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. One or more of the side panels are zippered together, In one embodiment, the unzippered side panels, i.e. side panels without zippers, fixedly connect the top and bottom portions of the side panels. In another embodiment, an inflatable volume is integrated into the bottom panel. Alternatively, the inflatable volume may be integrated with a separate detachable cover and attached to the bottom panel by conventional means. The top and bottom panels, as well as the side panels may be made from a conventional materials. The underside of the top panel and optionally the inside of the side panels may be coated with a waterproof coating, such as polyurethane (TPU/PU), silicone, and/or urethane to form a waterproof membrane. In accordance with an important aspect of one embodiment of the invention, an interior surface of the bottom panel is formed with a slick surface while the exterior surface of the bottom panel is integrated with an inflatable volume. The inflatable volume faces outwardly and is adapted to be in contact with the foundation or optional bed skirt. In this embodiment, the exterior surface of the bottom panel of the encasement is formed at least partially with a non-slick surface. The non-slick surface provides a frictional relationship between the exterior surface of the bottom panel of the encasement and the foundation or bed skirt while the encasement is being installed or removed over a mattress. The slick interior surface of the bottom panel allows a mattress to be rotated, installed, or removed, once the bottom panel is juxtaposed between the mattress and the foundation in an application in which the encasement is unzipped and the top panel is disposed on the floor adjacent one end of the mattress. Alternatively, a separate detachable cover may be used to allow the mattress to be relatively easily installed or removed or rotated with the encasement fully installed on the mattress. Optional straps may be provided, fixedly attached to the encasement, to allow the encasement to be snugged against the mattress. This enables the encasement to be used with a relatively wide range of mattress sizes and still provide a snug fit.

PASSIVE MATTRESS ENCASEMENT
20170340133 · 2017-11-30 ·

A passive mattress encasement is disclosed which can be relatively easily installed or removed over a mattress supported by a foundation. The encasement is formed to encapsulate a mattress and includes a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. One or more of the side panels are zippered together. The unzippered side panels, i.e., the panels without zippers, fixedly connect the top panel to the bottom panel. The top and bottom panels as well as the side panels may be made from conventional materials. The underside of the top panel and optionally the inside of the side panels may be coated with a waterproof coating, such as thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU/PU), silicone, or urethane to form a waterproof membrane. In accordance with an important aspect of the invention, the bottom panel is formed with a slick interior surface and a non-slick exterior surface. The exterior non-slick surface allows a mattress to be rotated without affecting an optional underlying bed skirt while the slick interior surface facilitates rotation of the mattress. The present invention also facilitates easy installation and removal of the encasement over a mattress. Optional straps may be provided, fixedly attached to the encasement. The straps allow the encasement to be snugged against the mattress to enable the encasement to be used with a relatively wide range of mattress depths perimeter lengths and still provide a snug fit.

Passive mattress encasement
09814324 · 2017-11-14 · ·

A passive mattress encasement is formed to encapsulate a mattress and includes a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. One or more of the side panels are zippered together. The un-zippered side panels fixedly connect the top panel to the bottom panel. The underside of the top panel and optionally the inside of the side panels may be coated with a waterproof coating to form a waterproof membrane. The encasement is configured to facilitate rotation of the mattress. Optional straps may be provided, fixedly attached to the encasement. The straps allow the encasement to be snugged against the mattress to enable the encasement to be used with a relatively wide range of mattress sizes and still provide a snug fit.

Bed sheet fastener
11357335 · 2022-06-14 · ·

The present application discloses a bedsheet fastening device for fastening bedsheet to a mattress and holding it in place. The device comprises magnets configured to hold the bedsheet to the mattress and prevent it from rumpling. In some embodiments, the device comprises a plurality sets of magnets with each set of magnets comprising a first piece of magnet and a second piece of magnet. The first piece of magnet is affixed to the mattress and the second piece of magnet can be attached to and removed from the first piece of magnet. The plurality sets of magnets are arranged on the mattress and can hold a bedsheet securely in place. The bedsheet can be removed by separating the first piece of magnet from the second piece in each set. In some embodiments, magnets are housed in a protective cover or a holder, for example, an insert or a panel.

Bedding Assembly
20230263321 · 2023-08-24 ·

A bedding assembly includes a band member and a sheet member. The sheet member is adapted to engage upon a mattress, wherein the mattress comprises a sidewall. The band member is adapted to encircle the sidewall of the mattress. The band member comprises an inner face engaging the sidewall of the mattress and an opposite outer face. The band member further comprises a plurality of first fastening devices disposed on the outer face of the band member. The sheet member comprises a plurality of first complementary fastening devices adapted to attach to the plurality of first fastening devices of the band member.

SELF-MAKING BEDDING SYSTEM, METHOD AND KIT THEREOF
20230255370 · 2023-08-17 ·

A bedding system, method and kit for the automation and ventilation of an existing duvet are disclosed. The system has an inflatable lining configured to be inserted and affixed into a cover together with the duvet, the inflatable lining comprising a network of pneumatic chambers defining a plurality of openings extending through the lining allowing air to circulate through the lining; and an air blower operatively connected to the inflatable lining for blowing air into the network of pneumatic chambers, so as in use, the inflatable lining is inflated to allow for the duvet and its cover to be straightened back into position after every use of the bed. The system can also include a sub-network for providing warm or cold air to control the temperature of the bedding. In contrast to traditional systems, the proposed invention is light weight and easily adaptable to current commercially available beds.

Bedding System Facilitating Comforter Staying Tucked and Providing for Efficient Making of Bed
20220133052 · 2022-05-05 ·

A bedding system comprises an anchor assembly and a comforter to provide optimal sleep experience and minimize the effort of making of a bed for sleep. The anchor assembly is formed to “box” in a mattress with the comforter installed on the front face of the mattress. Various types of adjustable anchors are attached to an anchor band of the anchor assembly and connect to the comforter along two longitudinal sides and a bottom side of the mattress so that the comforter can stay tucked on the mattress at all times. The anchors allow a user to make adjustments of tightness of the comforter to achieve ultimate comfort and high-quality sleep while the user is tucked in during sleep. The bedding system provides efficient connections between the anchors and the comforter, and/or a fitted sheet, thus facilitating easy disconnection of the system for washing and/or replacement.

Passive mattress encasement
11311116 · 2022-04-26 · ·

Passive mattress encasements can be installed over a mattress supported by a foundation. The encasement is formed to encapsulate the mattress and includes a top panel, a bottom panel and multiple side panels. The bottom panel of the passive mattress encasement has an interior surface formed at least in part with a slick surface to facilitate movement of the mattress with respect to the bottom panel and also with respect to the foundation.

Lift system including a lock assembly and release device

A lift system comprises a plurality of bottom components, a plurality of top components structured to support a structure thereon, and a lifting assembly coupled to each of the plurality of bottom components and the plurality of top components. The lifting assembly comprises a plurality of lifting members configured to move the lifting assembly between a lowered configuration and a raised configuration, and a locking member coupled to a corresponding lifting member and configured to move between a locked position and an unlocked position in the raised and lowered configuration of the lifting assembly. A lock assembly is coupled to the lifting assembly and includes a lock/unlock member and a linking component coupling the lock/unlock member to the locking member. A release device is selectively engaged with the lock/unlock member by a user to activate the lock assembly for unlocking the locking member.

Automated bed-making apparatus and method
11786045 · 2023-10-17 ·

An apparatus and a method for automatically making a bed includes a sheet holder suspended from a sheet holder support, a head-end duvet cover holder suspended from a head-end duvet cover holder support, a foot-end duvet cover holder suspended from a foot-end duvet cover holder support, a duvet holder suspended from a duvet holder support, a plurality of connectors on each of the sheet holder, the head-end duvet cover holder, the foot-end duvet cover holder, and the duvet holder, the connectors adapted to be connected to mating connectors on a sheet, a head-end of a duvet cover, a foot end of the duvet cover, and a duvet, respectively, and a framework upon which the sheet holder support, the head-end duvet cover holder support, the foot-end duvet cover holder support, and the duvet holder support are mounted. A sheet, duvet and duvet cover are manually attached to the holders, the duvet is automatically inserted into the duvet cover, and the sheet and the duvet are draped over the bed.