CUSTOMIZABLE MATTRESS
A customizable mattress includes a chassis defining a cavity. A spring pack is removably positioned within the cavity. A top pad removably covers at least a portion of the spring pack. In some embodiments, kits and methods of use are provided.
The present disclosure generally relates to bedding, and more particularly to customizable mattresses that include variable components that allow a sleeper to create a mattress that has performance characteristics specifically tailored to the sleeper's body type and/or sleep preferences while also allowing the sleeper to replace the variable components with other variable components should the variable components become worn and/or the sleeper's body type or sleep preferences change over time.
BACKGROUNDSleep is critical for people to feel and perform their best, in every aspect of their lives. Sleep is an essential path to better health and reaching personal goals. Indeed, sleep affects everything from the ability to commit new information to memory to weight gain. It is therefore essential for people to use bedding that suit both their personal sleep preference and body type in order to achieve comfortable, restful sleep.
Certain components of a mattress, such as, for example, springs and/or a mattress topper may become worn before other components of the mattress. It would thus be beneficial to provide a mattress that allows some components to be replaced without replacing the entire mattress. Indeed, replacing the springs of a mattress, for example, without replacing other components of the mattress would significantly reduce the cost to the user who would otherwise have to buy a new mattress if the springs become worn or otherwise in need of replacement.
Furthermore, sleeper's body type may change over time. For example, a sleeper may lose or gain weight. The change in weight may be slight or significant. When the change in weight is significant, it may affect the type of bedding the sleeper requires to achieve restful sleep. For example, a significant gain in weight may require that a sleeper use a firmer mattress, to provide support for the added weight. The sleeper's sleep preference may also change over time. For example, a sleeper who typically likes to sleep on their back may, over time, prefer to sleep on his or her side. The change in sleep preference may affect the type of bedding the sleeper requires to achieve restful sleep. For example, a sleeper changing from a back sleeper to a side sleeper may require that the sleeper use a firmer mattress.
Accordingly, this disclosure is directed to customizable mattresses that include variable components that allow a sleeper to create a mattress that has performance characteristics specifically tailored to the sleeper's body type and/or sleep preferences while also allowing the sleeper to replace the variable components with other variable components over time should the variable components become worn and/or the sleeper's body type or sleep preferences change over time.
SUMMARYA customizable mattress is provided, in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure. The customizable mattress includes a chassis that defines a cavity. A spring pack is removably positioned within the cavity. A top pad removably covers at least a portion of the spring pack. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes an outer lower covering that surrounds at least a portion of the chassis. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes retention fabric that covers at least a portion of the top pad.
In some embodiments, the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side being removably coupled to the second side. In some embodiments, the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side interlocking with the second side such that the first side is removably coupled to the second side. In some embodiments, the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side comprising a series of recesses, the second side comprising a series of projections disposed in the recesses to interlock the first side with the second side such that the first side is removably coupled to the second side. In some embodiments, the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side being removably coupled to the second side, the first side having a different firmness than the second side. In some embodiments, the spring pack comprises a plurality of rows of springs, the springs in each row being connected to one another by a piece of material. In some embodiments, the material comprises at least one slit positioned between adjacent springs to prevent or limit movement of one of the adjacent springs when another one of the adjacent springs moves. In some embodiments, the material comprises welds positioned between adjacent springs to prevent or limit movement of one of the adjacent springs when another one of the adjacent springs moves.
In some embodiments, the chassis comprises a foam or formed plastic or similar material. In some embodiments, the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the top and bottom portions each being removably coupled to the side portions. In some embodiments, the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the side portions each including opposite first and second mortises, the top portion comprising tenons that fit into the first mortises to connect the top portion with the side portions, the bottom portion comprising tenons that fit into the second mortises to connect the top portion with the side portions. In some embodiments, the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite first and second side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the first side portion including opposite first and second mortises, the second side portion including opposite third and fourth mortises, the top portion including opposite fifth and sixth mortises, the bottom portion including opposite seventh and eighth mortises, the mattress further comprising a first corner piece comprising tenons that fit into the first and fifth mortises, a second corner pieces comprising tenons that fit into the second and seventh mortises, a third corner piece that fits into the third and sixth mortises and a fourth corner piece comprising tenons that fit into the fourth and eighth mortises to join the first and second side portions with the top and bottom portions.
In one embodiment, in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure, a kit is provided. The kit includes a customizable mattress having a chassis that defines a cavity. A spring pack is removably positioned within the cavity. A top pad removably covers at least a portion of the spring pack. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes an outer lower covering that surrounds at least a portion of the chassis. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes retention fabric that covers at least a portion of the top pad. In some embodiments, the spring pack comprises a plurality of spring packs each having a different firmness and the top pad comprises a plurality of top pads each having a different firmness. In some embodiments, the kit includes instructions for selecting one of the spring packs and one of the top pads based upon a sleeper's body type and/or sleep preference.
In one embodiment, in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure, a method is provided. The method includes the steps of: providing a kit that includes a customizable mattress having a chassis that defines a cavity, spring pack removably positioned within the cavity, a top pad removably covering at least a portion of the spring pack, an outer lower covering that surrounds at least a portion of the chassis and retention fabric that covers at least a portion of the top pad, wherein the spring pack comprises a plurality of spring packs each having a different firmness and the top pad comprises a plurality of top pads each having a different firmness; selecting one of the spring packs based upon a sleeper's first body type and/or sleep preference; selecting one of the top pads based upon the sleeper's first body type and/or sleep preference; positioning the selected spring pack in the cavity; and covering the selected spring pack with the selected top pad. In some embodiments, the method includes the steps of: removing the selected top pad from the selected spring pack; removing the selected spring pack from the cavity; selecting a second spring pad based upon an updated second body type and/or sleep preference; positioning the selected second spring pad within the cavity; selecting a second top pad based upon the updated second body type and/or sleep preference; and covering the selected second spring pack with the selected second top pad. In some embodiments, the selected second spring pack has a firmness that is different than that of the selected spring pack and the selected second top pad has a firmness that is different than that of the selected top pad. In some embodiments, the method includes the steps of: removing the selected top pad from the selected spring pack after the selected top pad becomes worn; removing the selected spring pack from the cavity after the selected spring pad becomes worn; selecting a second spring pad; positioning the selected second spring pad within the cavity; selecting a second top pad; and covering the selected second spring pack with the selected second top pad.
The present disclosure will become more readily apparent from the specific description accompanied by the following drawings, in which:
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DETAILED DESCRIPTIONThe present disclosure may be understood more readily by reference to the following detailed description of the disclosure taken in connection with the accompanying drawing figures, which form a part of this disclosure. It is to be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the specific devices, conditions or parameters described and/or shown herein, and that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments by way of example only and is not intended to be limiting of the claimed disclosure.
The present disclosure is directed to customizable mattresses. In some embodiments, a mattress fitting method is provided for selecting components of a customizable mattress based upon body type and sleep position. In some embodiments, the mattress fitting method includes selecting a mattress category based on quality, price and/or value. In some embodiments, the mattress category is based upon the number of zones in the mattress. For example, one of the categories may include mattresses that have one zone such that the mattress is universal from head to foot; one of the categories may include mattresses that have three zones from head to foot; and one of the categories may include mattresses that have five or more zones or have additional zoning custom molded to a sleeper's body. In some embodiments, the additional zoning is determined by sinking the sleeper into a waterbed-like structure and using 3D mapping so that every location on the mattress is zoned to the sleeper's specific body contours, similar to racing car seats and dental molding. In some embodiments, the mattress categories are assigned numerical values for different ascending degrees of performance materials, personalized fit, and durability based on body type. In some embodiments, the numerical values of the mattress categories are 3, 5 and 7. In some embodiments, the mattress fitting method includes selecting the mattress category and selecting a level based upon body type and/or sleep position. In some embodiments, the levels are assigned numerical values for different body types and/or sleep positions. In some embodiments, the numerical values of the levels are 0, 1, 2 and 3. In some embodiments, the body types include small, medium and large body frames. In some embodiments, the body types include narrow, medium and broad body frames. In some embodiments, the sleep positions include stomach, back, side and multiple positions. In some embodiments, the multiple positions include any combination of stomach, back and side.
In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes “driver vs. passenger” independent suspension choices that interlink and can be interchanged, to either side of the bed, as well as replaced over time. In some embodiments, the independent suspension is provided by springs or spring-like inner core support structures that stand and operate separately from each other via various methods of construction so the sleeper gets balanced support and flexibility with reduced motion transfer to other body areas and/or another sleeper. In some embodiments, the independent suspension includes a plurality of springs that each are positioned within spring pockets, the spring pockets being connected to one another by fabric. In some embodiments, the fabric is a flexible fabric that allows full individual movement that avoids dragging down adjoining springs. In some embodiments, the fabric includes sonic welds that define the spring pockets. A slit may be cut into the fabric between two rows of sonic welds to allow full individual movement that avoids dragging down adjoining springs. In some embodiments, the independent suspension includes a plurality of cradles each having a spring positioned therein to allow full individual movement that avoids dragging down other springs. In some embodiments, the springs snap into a cap and a base and include a cord between the cap and the base to give the spring a constant height. In some embodiments, the caps include a logo, such as, for example, a logo of the mattress manufacturer.
In some embodiments, an easy to ship and/or easy to carry packaging method is provided for transporting a customizable mattress. In some embodiments, the easy to ship and/or easy to carry packaging method includes packaging a modular customizable mattress in three or more boxes. In some embodiments, one box includes a first inner spring inner core of the customizable mattress. In some embodiments, one box includes a second inner spring inner core of the customizable mattress. In some embodiments, one box includes a frame or chassis of the customizable mattress. In some embodiments, one box includes a zippered topper or upper cover of the customizable mattress. In some embodiments, the chassis is made from a foam material, such as, for example, dual durometer foam or injection molded latex. In some embodiments, the easy to ship and/or easy to carry packaging method allows the modular pieces of the customizable mattress to be assembled at the moment of delivery by a retail store driver. In some embodiments, the easy to ship and/or easy to carry packaging method requires only a single driver, such as, for example, a delivery person, drone or UPS delivery to transport the modular pieces of the customizable mattress from a factory or warehouse to an end user.
In some embodiments, an easy to fit shopper and/or easy to return method is provided for purchasing and/or returning a customizable mattress. In some embodiments, the easy to fit shopper and/or easy to return method includes providing an SKU optimized for a retailer. In some embodiments, the easy to fit shopper and/or easy to return method includes providing the least amount of SKUs, while providing the most options. In some embodiments, the easy to fit shopper and/or easy to return method includes swapping independent suspension cores or power plants to alternate sides such that the independent suspension cores still interlink. In some embodiments, the easy to fit shopper and/or easy to return method includes reselecting a support level.
In some embodiments, a subscription sales method is provided for purchasing replacement components for a customizable mattress. In some embodiments, the subscription sales method includes collecting customer information. In some embodiments, the subscription sales method includes reaching out to customers periodically, such as, for example, annually. In some embodiments, the subscription sales method includes reaching out to customers based upon the date the customizable mattress was purchased (mattress birthday). In some embodiments, the subscription sales method includes renewing the subscription.
In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes an adjustable chassis that allows for articulation of one portion of the chassis relative to other portions of the chassis. In some embodiments, the adjustable chassis is manual or electric. In some embodiments, the adjustable chassis includes motion devices embedded within the chassis. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes a self-enclosed powered adjustable chassis.
In some embodiments, the chassis includes “X” technology that provides features of an ambient to allow the chassis to circulate and generate airflow within one or more zones. In some embodiments, the “X” technology allows the chassis to circulate and generate airflow without having air blow on the sleeper. That is, the airflow is similar to that of a radiant floor to provide creature comfort. In some embodiments, the “X” technology allows the chassis to be as efficient in heating and/or cooling the environment surrounding the customizable mattress for the sleeper's comfort as well as the system itself. In some embodiments, topper pads have a material surface texture for comfort and pressure sensitivity. In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes various topper attachment concepts that allow for easy replacement and/or reselection of the comfort layer. In some embodiments, the topper attachment concepts include carabineer style connections. In some embodiments, the topper attachment concepts include stretched straps that connect the topper pad to a lower mattress. In some embodiments, the lower mattress is made from woven tent material. In some embodiments, the topper attachment concepts include hot rod strap style connections. In some embodiments, the topper attachment concepts include leather straps that connect the topper pad to a lower mattress.
In some embodiments, the customizable mattress includes a chassis that defines a cavity, two spring packs removably positioned within the cavity and a top pad that removably covers at least a portion of the spring pack. The spring packs and the top pad may have variable components. That is, different versions of the spring packs and the top pad are available to allow a sleeper to customize the mattress to suit his or her preferred sleep position and/or body type. In some embodiments, three versions of the spring packs are available and include a soft spring pack, a medium spring pack and a firm spring pack. In that each mattress includes two spring packs, this allows for six combinations: soft/soft, medium/medium, firm/firm, soft/medium, soft/firm and medium/firm. Furthermore, left/right reversals of the spring packs double the number of combinations. In some embodiments, the two spring packs of a given mattress interlock to allow a blend of firmness at the center. In some embodiments, the spring packs interlock using a one row, one spring blend. In some embodiments, the spring packs interlock using a two row, one spring blend. In some embodiments, the spring packs interlock using a one row, two spring blend. In some embodiments, three versions of the top pads are available and include a soft top pad, a medium top pad and a firm top pad. In some embodiments, the top pads include stitching that forms a pattern in the top pads. For example, in one embodiment, the top pads include a pattern that resembles a flame.
In some embodiments, the chassis is made from molded foam, carbon fiber or fiberglass or other thermo-molded plastic-like material foundation that shapes the interior or the exterior. In some embodiments, sculpting the exterior gives the mattress a unique appearance. In some embodiments, the chassis is made up of a plurality of separate pieces and the customizable mattress includes an outer lower cover that surrounds at least a portion of the chassis to hold the separate pieces together. The chassis may be rolled for delivery, with the outer lower cover coupled to the chassis. After delivery, the chassis is unrolled, with the outer lower cover coupled to the chassis. Any of the separate pieces that are not connected to the chassis are then connected to the chassis. Selected spring packs are positioned within a cavity of the chassis. A top pad is then positioned over the spring packs.
Also, as used in the specification and including the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural, and reference to a particular numerical value includes at least that particular value, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Ranges may be expressed herein as from “about” or “approximately” one particular value and/or to “about” or “approximately” another particular value. When such a range is expressed, another embodiment includes from the one particular value and/or to the other particular value. Similarly, when values are expressed as approximations, by use of the antecedent “about,” it will be understood that the particular value forms another embodiment. It is also understood that all spatial references, such as, for example, horizontal, vertical, top, upper, lower, bottom, left and right, are for illustrative purposes only and can be varied within the scope of the disclosure. For example, the references “upper” and “lower” are relative and used only in the context to the other, and are not necessarily “superior” and “inferior”.
The following discussion includes a description of a customizable mattress in accordance with the principles of the present disclosure. Alternate embodiments are also disclosed. Reference will now be made in detail to the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, which are illustrated in the accompanying figures. Turning to
System 10 includes a mattress 12. Mattress 12 is configured to be customizable to create a mattress that has performance characteristics specifically tailored to the sleeper's body type and/or sleep preferences while also allowing the sleeper to replace components with other components should the components become worn and/or the sleeper's body type or sleep preferences change over time. Mattress 12 includes a chassis 14 having an inner surface that defines a cavity 16, as shown in
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In some embodiments, mattress 12 comprises an outer lower covering 30 that surrounds or encloses at least a portion of chassis 14, as shown in
In some embodiments, chassis 14 may be rolled for delivery, with outer lower cover 30 coupled to chassis 14. In some embodiments, top and bottom portions 22c, 22d have been removed from chassis 14 prior to rolling chassis 14. After delivery, chassis 14 is unrolled; with outer lower cover 30 coupled to chassis 14. Tenons 28 of corner pieces 26 are positioned in mortises 24 of first and second side portions 22a, 22b and top and bottom portions 22c, 22d in the manner discussed above. Either before or after spring packs 18 are positioned within cavity 16, outer lower cover 30 may be moved relative to top and bottom portions 22c, 22d such that outer lower cover 30 covers at least a portion of top and bottom portions 22c, 22d.
In some embodiments, spring packs 18 include a first spring pack 18a, a second spring pack 18b and a third spring pack 18c, as shown in
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In some embodiments, top pads 20 include a first top pad 20a, a second top pad 20b and a third top pad 20c, as shown in
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As discussed above, mattress 12 is customizable according to the sleep position and/or body type of one or more sleepers. To achieve this, a plurality of spring packs 18 and top pads 20 having different firmnesses are available to be included in a given mattress 12, as shown in
In some embodiments, a plurality of different chassis 14 are available to build a mattress 12. For example, at least three types of chassis 14 may be provided, wherein each chassis 14 includes different zoning and/or materials, as shown in
Once the proper chassis 14 is selected, the sleeper then chooses spring packs 18 and a top pad 20 based on the sleepers' body types and sleep positions. In one embodiment, the sleeper may consult a chart similar to that shown in
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In some embodiments, system 10 includes an easy to ship/easy to carry packaging method, as shown in
In some embodiments, system 10 includes an easy to fit to shopper/easy to return method, as shown in
In some embodiments, system 10 includes a subscription sales method that includes reaching out to customers based upon the date the customizable mattress was purchased (mattress birthday), as shown in
It will be understood that various modifications may be made to the embodiments disclosed herein. For example, features of any one embodiment can be combined with features of any other embodiment. Therefore, the above description should not be construed as limiting, but merely as exemplification of the various embodiments. Those skilled in the art will envision other modifications within the scope and spirit of the claims appended hereto.
Claims
1. A customizable mattress, comprising:
- a chassis defining a cavity;
- a spring pack removably positioned within the cavity; and
- a top pad removably covering at least a portion of the spring pack.
2. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side being removably coupled to the second side.
3. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side interlocking with the second side such that the first side is removably coupled to the second side.
4. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side comprising a series of recesses, the second side comprising a series of projections disposed in the recesses to interlock the first side with the second side such that the first side is removably coupled to the second side.
5. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the spring pack is divided into a first side configured to support a first sleeper and a second side configured to support a second sleeper, the first side being removably coupled to the second side, the first side having a different firmness than the second side.
6. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the spring pack comprises a plurality of rows of springs, the springs in each row being connected to one another by a piece of material or similar support structure such as nested cradle base egg carton support structure.
7. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 6, wherein the material comprises at least one slit positioned between adjacent springs to prevent or limit movement of one of the adjacent springs when another one of the adjacent springs moves.
8. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 6, wherein the material comprises welds positioned between adjacent springs to prevent or limit movement of one of the adjacent springs when another one of the adjacent springs moves.
9. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the chassis comprises a foam material.
10. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the top and bottom portions each being removably coupled to the side portions.
11. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the side portions each including opposite first and second mortises, the top portion comprising tenons that fit into the first mortises to connect the top portion with the side portions, the bottom portion comprising tenons that fit into the second mortises to connect the top portion with the side portions.
12. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, wherein the chassis comprises a top portion, a bottom portion opposite the top portion and opposite first and second side portions that extend between the top and bottom portions, the first side portion including opposite first and second mortises, the second side portion including opposite third and fourth mortises, the top portion including opposite fifth and sixth mortises, the bottom portion including opposite seventh and eighth mortises, the mattress further comprising a first corner piece comprising tenons that fit into the first and fifth mortises, a second corner pieces comprising tenons that fit into the second and seventh mortises, a third corner piece that fits into the third and sixth mortises and a fourth corner piece comprising tenons that fit into the fourth and eighth mortises to join the first and second side portions with the top and bottom portions.
13. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, further comprising an outer lower covering that surrounds at least a portion of the chassis.
14. A customizable mattress as recited in claim 1, further comprising retention fabric that covers at least a portion of the top pad.
15. A kit comprising:
- the customizable mattress of claim 1, wherein the spring pack comprises a plurality of spring packs each having a different firmness and the top pad comprises a plurality of top pads each having a different firmness.
16. A kit as recited in claim 15, further comprising instructions for selecting one of the spring packs and one of the top pads based upon a sleeper's body type and/or sleep preference.
17. A method comprising:
- providing the kit recited in claim 16;
- selecting one of the spring packs based upon a sleeper's first body type and/or sleep preference;
- selecting one of the top pads based upon the sleeper's first body type and/or sleep preference;
- positioning the selected spring pack in the cavity; and
- covering the selected spring pack with the selected top pad.
18. A method as recited in claim 17, further comprising:
- removing the selected top pad from the selected spring pack;
- removing the selected spring pack from the cavity;
- selecting a second spring pad based upon an updated second body type and/or sleep preference;
- positioning the selected second spring pad within the cavity;
- selecting a second top pad based upon the updated second body type and/or sleep preference; and
- covering the selected second spring pack with the selected second top pad.
19. A method as recited in claim 18, wherein the selected second spring pack has a firmness that is different than that of the selected spring pack and the selected second top pad has a firmness that is different than that of the selected top pad.
20. A method as recited in claim 17, further comprising:
- removing the selected top pad from the selected spring pack after the selected top pad becomes worn;
- removing the selected spring pack from the cavity after the selected spring pad becomes worn;
- selecting a second spring pad;
- positioning the selected second spring pad within the cavity;
- selecting a second top pad; and
- covering the selected second spring pack with the selected second top pad.
Type: Application
Filed: Jul 27, 2016
Publication Date: Feb 9, 2017
Inventor: Eugene Alletto, JR. (Glen Head, NY)
Application Number: 15/220,964