Chair Cover and Blanket With Detachable Layers

Abstract

A chair cover and blanket with multiple layers includes a first layer comprised of durable waterproof material and a second layer comprised of plush washable material. The first layer is configured to substantially cover a chair and protect the chair from a surrounding environment. The second layer is configured to substantially cover the first layer and provide a comfortable surface for a user when the chair is in use.

Claims

1. A chair cover, the chair cover comprising: a first layer comprised of durable waterproof material; a second layer comprised of plush washable material; and at least one wrap configured to cover a user when a user sits in the chair, wherein the first layer is configured to substantially cover a chair and protect the chair from a surrounding environment, wherein the second layer is configured to substantially cover the first layer and provide a comfortable surface for a user when the chair is in use, and wherein the at least one wrap is comprised of plush washable material.

2. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover further comprises a fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer, and wherein the fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer is a zipper.

3. The chair cover of claim 2, wherein a first side of the zipper is disposed on a first border of the first layer and a second side of the zipper is disposed on a second border of the second layer.

4. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover further comprises a fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer, and wherein the fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer is a hook and loop fastening system.

5. The chair cover of claim 4, wherein the hook and loop fastening system is comprised of one or more hook portions and one or more loop portions disposed on the first layer and the second layer such that the one or more hook portions correspond to the one or more loop portions to fasten the first layer to the second layer.

6. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover further comprises an attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to the chair.

7. The chair cover of claim 6, wherein the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair includes a hood configured to fit over a back of a chair.

8. The chair cover of claim 6, wherein the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair includes one or more pockets configured to fit over one or more arms of a chair.

9. The chair cover of claim 6, wherein the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair includes one or more straps.

10. The chair cover of claim 9, wherein the one or more straps comprise a deformable loop.

11. The chair cover of claim 10, wherein the one or more straps comprise elastic.

12. The chair cover of claim 9, wherein the straps comprise one or more snap button fasteners.

13. The chair cover of claim 9, wherein the straps comprise a hook and loop fastening system.

14. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the first layer comprises a polymeric material.

15. The chair cover of claim 14, wherein the first layer comprises at least one of polyester, nylon, vinyl, polyethylene, polypropylene or polyvinyl chloride.

16. (canceled)

17. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the second layer comprises a blanket.

18. The chair cover of claim 17, wherein the second layer comprises at least one of polyester, cotton, flannel, linen, or fleece.

19. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover is further sized and configured to lay flat for use as a throw blanket or picnic blanket when the chair cover is in a state not attached to a chair.

20. (canceled)

21. The chair cover of claim 20, wherein the chair cover further comprises at least one pouch configured to contain the at least one wrap when the at least one wrap is not in use.

22. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover further comprises a durable waterproof shell configured to cover the first layer, the second layer, and the chair when the chair is not in use.

23. The chair cover of claim 22, wherein the chair cover further comprises at least one pouch configured to contain the shell when the shell is not in use.

24. The chair cover of claim 1, wherein the chair cover further comprises a head rest.

25. A chair cover, the chair cover comprising: a first layer comprised of a durable waterproof polymeric material; a second layer comprised of a plush washable blanket material; a hood configured to fit over a back of a chair and one or more straps for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair; at least one wrap configured to cover a user when a user sits in the chair and at least one wrap pouch configured to contain the at least one wrap when the at least one wrap is not in use; a durable waterproof shell configured to cover the first layer, the second layer, and the chair when the chair is not in use and at least one shell pouch configured to contain the shell when the shell is not in use; and a head rest, wherein the first layer is configured to substantially cover the chair and protect the chair from a surrounding environment, wherein the second layer is configured to substantially cover the first layer and provide a comfortable surface for a user when the chair is in use, wherein the at least one wrap is comprised of plush washable material, and wherein the chair cover is further sized and configured to lay flat for use as a throw blanket or picnic blanket when the chair cover is in a state not attached to a chair.

26. The chair cover of claim 25, wherein the chair cover further comprises a fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0037] Additional advantages and details are explained in greater detail below with reference to the exemplary embodiments that are illustrated in the accompanying schematic figures, in which:

[0038] FIGS. 1A-1C are perspective views of an implementation of a non-limiting embodiment of a chair cover and blanket with multiple layers in accordance with the present disclosure;

[0039] FIGS. 2A-2C are exemplary views of a non-limiting embodiment of a detachably fastened first layer and second layer of a chair cover and blanket in accordance with the present disclosure; and

[0040] FIGS. 3A and 3B are perspective views of an implementation of a non-limiting embodiment of a chair cover and blanket with multiple layers in accordance with the present disclosure.

[0041] Corresponding reference characters indicate corresponding parts throughout the several views. The exemplifications set out herein illustrate exemplary embodiments of the disclosure, and such embodiment are not to be construed as limiting the scope of the disclosure in any manner.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] It is to be understood that the present disclosure may assume various alternative variations and step sequences, except where expressly specified to the contrary. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the following specification, are simply exemplary and non-limiting embodiments or aspects. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics related to the embodiments or aspects disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting.

[0043] For purposes of the description hereinafter, the terms end, upper, lower, right, left, vertical, horizontal, top, bottom, lateral, longitudinal, and derivatives thereof shall relate to embodiments or aspects as they are oriented in the drawing figures. Some non-limiting embodiments or aspects may be described herein in connection with thresholds. As used herein, satisfying a threshold may refer to a value being greater than the threshold, more than the threshold, higher than the threshold, greater than or equal to the threshold, less than the threshold, fewer than the threshold, lower than the threshold, less than or equal to the threshold, equal to the threshold, etc.

[0044] No aspect, component, element, structure, act, step, function, instruction, and/or the like used herein should be construed as critical or essential unless explicitly described as such. Also, as used herein, the articles a and an are intended to include one or more items, and may be used interchangeably with one or more and at least one. Furthermore, as used herein, the term set is intended to include one or more items (e.g., related items, unrelated items, a combination of related and unrelated items, and/or the like) and may be used interchangeably with one or more or at least one. As used in the specification and the claims, the singular form of a, an, and the include plural referents, such as unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Where only one item is intended, the term one or similar language is used. Also, as used herein, the terms has, have, having, or the like are intended to be open-ended terms. Further, the phrase based on is intended to mean based at least partially on unless explicitly stated otherwise. Further, the phrase based on is intended to mean based at least partially on unless explicitly stated otherwise. In addition, reference to an action being based on a condition may refer to the action being in response to the condition.

[0045] Non-limiting embodiments or aspects of the present disclosure are generally directed to a chair cover and, more specifically, to a chair cover and blanket with multiple layers configured to protect a chair from a surrounding environment and protect a user from residual moisture, dirt, or other grime on the chair, while also providing a comfortable place for a user to sit. According to non-limiting embodiments, a chair cover according to the present disclosure may include a first layer comprised of durable waterproof material, and a second layer comprised of plush washable material. The first layer may be configured to substantially cover a chair and protect the chair from a surrounding environment, and the second layer may be configured to substantially cover the first layer and provide a comfortable surface for a user when the chair is in use.

[0046] In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise a fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer, and the fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer may be a zipper. In some non-limiting embodiments, a first side of the zipper may be disposed on a first boarder of the first layer and a second side of the zipper is disposed on a second boarder of the second layer. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise a fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer, and the fastening member for detachably fastening the first layer and the second layer may be a hook and loop fastening system. In some non-limiting embodiments, the hook and loop fastening system may be comprised of one or more hook portions and one or more loop portions disposed on the first layer and the second layer such that the one or more hook portions correspond to the one or more loop portions to fasten the first layer to the second layer.

[0047] In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise an attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to the chair. In some non-limiting embodiments, the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair may include a hood configured to fit over a back of a chair. In some non-limiting embodiments, the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair may include one or more pockets configured to fit over one or more arms of a chair. In some non-limiting embodiments, the attachment member for detachably attaching the chair cover to a chair may include one or more straps. In some non-limiting embodiments, the one or more straps may comprise a deformable loop. In some non-limiting embodiments, the one or more straps may comprise elastic. In some non-limiting embodiments, the straps may comprise one or more snap button fasteners. In some non-limiting embodiments, the straps may comprise a hook and loop fastening system.

[0048] In some non-limiting embodiments, the first layer may comprise a polymeric material. In some non-limiting embodiments, the first layer may comprise at least one of polyester, nylon, vinyl, polyethylene, polypropylene or polyvinyl chloride. In some non-limiting embodiments, the first layer may be hydrophobic. In some non-limiting embodiments, the second layer may comprise a blanket. In some non-limiting embodiments, the second layer may comprise at least one of polyester, cotton, flannel, linen or fleece. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may be further sized and configured to lay flat for use as a throw blanket or picnic blanket when the chair cover is in a state not attached to a chair.

[0049] In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise at least one wrap configured to cover a user when a user sits in the chair. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise at least one pouch configured to contain the at least one wrap when the at least one wrap is not in use. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise a durable waterproof shell configured to cover the first layer, the second layer, and the chair when the chair is not in use. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise at least one pouch configured to contain the shell when the shell is not in use. In some non-limiting embodiments, the chair cover may further comprise a head rest.

[0050] In this way, embodiments of the present disclosure provide for a chair cover and blanket with multiple layers configured to protect a chair from a surrounding environment and protect a user from residual moisture, dirt or other grime on the chair, while also providing a comfortable place for a user to sit.

[0051] Referring now to FIGS. 1A-1C, FIGS. 1A-1C are perspective views of an implementation of a non-limiting embodiment of a chair cover and blanket with multiple layers (hereinafter chair cover) 100 in accordance with the present disclosure. As shown in FIGS. 1A-1C, chair cover 100 may include first layer 102 comprised of durable waterproof material and second layer 104 comprised of plush washable material. In some non-limiting embodiments, first layer 102 and second layer 104 may be detachably fastened, and chair cover 100 may include fastening member 106 for detachably fastening first layer 102 to second layer 104. In some non-limiting embodiments, first layer 102 and second layer 104 may be stitched or woven together, riveted together, glued together, stapled together, or otherwise permanently affixed to one another. As further shown in FIGS. 1A-1C, in some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may include attachment member 108 for detachably attaching chair cover 100 to chair 1. First layer 102 may be configured to substantially cover chair 1 and protect chair 1 from a surrounding environment. Second layer 104 may be configured to substantially cover first layer 102 and provide a comfortable surface for a user when the chair is in use.

[0052] In exemplary embodiments where first layer 102 and second layer 104 are detachably fastened to one another, the detachable connection of first layer 102 and second layer 104 with fastening member 106 may allow first layer 102 and second layer 104 to be detached and cleaned independently. For example, in some non-limiting embodiments, first layer 102 may comprise a polymeric material, which may be polyester, nylon, vinyl, polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, another polymeric material, or a combination thereof, such that first layer 102 is durable and waterproof. First layer 102 may further be hydrophobic. These materials and properties allow first layer 102 to adequately protect chair 1 from its surrounding environment, weather conditions, dirt, and wear and tear from regular use. These materials and properties may also protect a user from residual moisture or dirt on a chair that accumulated prior to implementation of chair cover 100 on chair 1. In such an embodiment, first layer 102 may not be easily or safely cleaned with common methods such as a washing machine. Instead, first layer 102 may require cleaning via other cleaning methods such as by hand, hose, power washer, or the like.

[0053] However, these cleaning methods may not be suitable for second layer 104, which may be comprised of a plush and comfortable material. In some non-limiting embodiments, as shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B, second layer 104 may comprise a blanket or a blanket-like fabric, which may comprise polyester, cotton, flannel, linen, fleece, another fabric, or a combination thereof such that second layer 104 is plush and washable. These materials and properties may provide a comfortable, soft, and/or warm surface for a user when chair 1 is in use. These materials and properties may also allow second layer 104 to be easily washed in a washing machine. Accordingly, fastening member 106 for detachably fastening first layer 102 and second layer 104 makes using and washing chair cover 100 easier, while protecting chair 1 from a surrounding environment and protecting a user from residual moisture, dirt, or other grime on the chair, and while providing a comfortable place for a user to sit.

[0054] As further shown in FIGS. 1A-1C, attachment member 108 for detachably attaching chair cover 100 to chair 1 may include hood 110 configured to fit over a back of chair 1. Attachment member 108 may also include one or more pockets 112 configured to fit over one or more arms of chair 1.

[0055] In some non-limiting embodiments, as shown in FIG. 1C, attachment member 108 for detachably attaching chair cover 100 to chair 1 may include one or more straps 116. In some non-limiting embodiments, where attachment member 108 includes one or more straps 116, the one or more straps 116 may comprise a deformable loop, and may further comprise elastic. The one or more straps 116 may also include one or more snap button fasteners, or a hook and loop fastening system. Accordingly, chair cover 100 may be detachably attached to chair 1 to ensure chair cover 100 does not move or fall off of chair 1 onto the ground due to forces such as wind or a user sitting down, standing up, or otherwise using chair cover 100. Attachment member 108 may be configured to attach to the back, sides, arms, seat, legs or any other part of a chair such as chair 1 to ensure chair cover 100 has a secure fit with the chair.

[0056] As shown in FIGS. 1A-1C, chair 1 may be an Adirondack style chair. However, it is to be understood that chair cover 100 may be sized and configured for use with any style of chair and any dimensions of a chair, including indoor and outdoor chairs. For example, chair cover 100 may be used with flat back and/or rounded back style Adirondack chairs, as well as with wing chairs, arm chairs, rocking chairs, chaise longues, recliners, and the like. In some non-limiting embodiments, the size and configuration of chair cover 100 may be adaptive such that the dimensions and attachment member are different for each style, type, and size of chair. In some non-limiting embodiments, the size and configuration of chair cover 100 may be universal such that the dimensions and attachment member accommodate all or multiple styles, types, and sizes of chairs.

[0057] Referring now to FIGS. 2A-2C, FIGS. 2A-2C are exemplary views of a non-limiting embodiment of detachably fastened first layer 102 and second layer 104 of chair cover 100 in accordance with the present disclosure. As shown in FIGS. 2A-2C, chair cover 100 having first layer 102 and second layer 104 may further include fastening member 106 and fastening member 106 may detachably fasten first layer 102 with second layer 104, In some non-limiting embodiments, as shown in FIGS. 2A and 2B, fastening member 106 for detachably fastening first layer 102 and second layer 104 may be zipper 206. In some non-limiting embodiments, first side 208 of zipper 206 may be disposed on first border 210 of first layer 102, and second side 212 of zipper 206 may be disposed on second border 214 of second layer 104. Additionally, a zipper member may be provided on zipper 206 to zip and unzip (i.e., to attach and detach) first side 208 to/from second side 210 of zipper 206, and thus, to detachably fasten first layer 102 to second layer 104.

[0058] In some non-limiting embodiments, as shown in FIG. 2C, fastening member 106 for detachably fastening first layer 102 and second layer 104 may be hook and loop fastening system 216. In some non-limiting embodiments, where chair cover 100 includes hook and loop fastening system 216 for detachably fastening first layer 102 and second layer 104, hook and loop fastening system 216 may include one or more hook portions 218 and one or more loop portions 220. The one or more hook portion 218 may be disposed on first border 210 of first layer 102 and the one or more loop portion 220 may be disposed on second border 214 of second layer 104 such that one or more hook portions 218 correspond to one or more loop portions 220 to detachably fasten first layer 102 to second layer 104.

[0059] Referring now to FIGS. 3A and 3B, FIGS. 3A and 3B are perspective views of an implementation of a non-limiting embodiment of chair cover 100 in accordance with the present disclosure. As shown in FIGS. 3A and 3B, second layer 104 may comprise a blanket or a blanket-like fabric, which may comprise polyester, cotton, flannel, linen, fleece, another fabric, or a combination thereof, such that second layer 104 is plush and washable.

[0060] In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may be further sized and configured to lay flat for use as a throw blanket or picnic blanket when chair cover 100 is in a state such that chair cover 100 is not attached to a chair.

[0061] In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may include at least one wrap configured to cover a user when a user sits in chair 100. The at least one wrap may be comprised of the same or similar material as second layer 104 to provide increased warmth and comfortability. In some non-limiting embodiments, the at least one wrap may be similar to a sleeping bag, a blanket or another similar cover for a user. The wrap may also further include apertures for extremities such as arms or the head of a user. In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may further include at least one pouch configured to contain the at least one wrap when the at least one wrap is not in use.

[0062] In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may further include a durable waterproof shell configured to cover first layer 102, second layer 104, and chair 1 when chair 1 is not in use. In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may further include at least one pouch configured to contain the shell when the shell is not in use.

[0063] In some non-limiting embodiments, chair cover 100 may also include a head rest to further increase user comfortability. In some non-limiting embodiments, the head rest may be detachably attached via a hook and loop fastening system, snap buttons, or another suitable detachable attachment member.

[0064] While several examples of the chair cover and blanket with detachable layers are shown in the accompanying figures and described in detail hereinabove, other aspects will be apparent to, and readily made by, those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the disclosure. Accordingly, the foregoing description is intended to be illustrative rather than restrictive. The invention described hereinabove is defined by the appended claims and all changes to the invention that fall within the meaning and range of equivalency of the claims are to be embraced within their scope.