Abstract: The system includes a back panel that attaches to the backrest of the wheelchair. The back panel is ornamented and/or decorated in a selected motif. A top element and side panel elements are provided that attach to the back panel. The top element extends above the occupant of the wheelchair and the side elements protrude from the side of the wheelchair. Both the top element and the side elements are ornamented and/or decorated in the same motif, as is the back panel. Decorative wheel attachments are also provided. The decorative wheel attachments attach to at least two of the wheels of the wheelchair, wherein the decorative wheel attachments share the same ornamentation motif as do the other elements in the assembly.

Abstract: A foam pad comprising a surface to which a trim cover can be secured, the surface comprising a channel having a width of up to about 15 mm. Disposed in the channel is one of a male portion or a female portion of a releasably engageable male-female trim cover attachment system. A trim cover having the other of the male or female portion attached thereto may be readily attached to the foam pad. A process and a mold for producing the foam pad are also described. The foam pad is particularly useful as a component of a vehicular seat system (e.g., seat bottom, seat back and the like).

Abstract: A method for assembling a case (5), such an integral play station, a simple screen for a DVD reader or for a play station, a loudspeaker or other . . . , on a cushion (2) such as a headrest or a seat back cushion, fitted with a protection cover (4). This method is characterised in that it consists in fastening the case (5) directly on the protection cover (4), before mounting said cover (4) on the cushion (2).

Abstract: A disposable cover for a chair is described which includes a substantially rectangular cut piece of paper. The paper includes a first edge and a second edge opposite the first edge. The paper folded mid way across its longitudinal axis such that portions of the first edge overlap portions of the second edge.

Abstract: The seat pad as a free-standing structure which provides a seat and back. A pair of contoured rigid bars are enclosed within opposite sides of a fabric sleeve to shape the sleeve into a seat and back. In addition, a web of densified padding is disposed between the bars and within the fabric sleeve to bias the rigid bars outwardly of each other to flatten the sleeve. Rows of stitching are employed to secure the padding to the fabric to provide not only reinforcement but also a pleasing aesthetic appearance to the seat pad.

Abstract: A flexible device to releasably secure a cushion in a foldable article of furniture having a structure frame and a foldable cushion frame.

Abstract: A one-piece highchair cover made out of washable fabric material such as nylon and which is designed to fit over and be retained on a highchair by having side openings to accommodate the respective side arms and/or highchair tray of the highchair, openings to accommodate a fastening means such as a seatbelt to retain the highchair cover on the highchair, and a stretchable rear fastening means such as a strap to retain the back portion of the highchair cover on the highchair, all of which enables the highchair to be fully protected and covered while permitting the baby to aggressively move around in the highchair while being fed and insures that the highchair cover will remain in its position and not expose a portion of the highchair or fall off the highchair during the feeding process. The washable fabric material also enables the removable highchair cover to be easily removed from the highchair so that it can be washed for subsequent use.

Abstract: A seat cover for an automobile to be installed over existing automobile seats includes at least two fabric straps having a hook surface, each of the fabric straps being attached to the automobile seat by a lower hook engaging the lower seat frame, an upper hook engaging the headrest supports, and an intermediate retaining bracket which engages each strap and retains it in the fold of the automobile seat located between the seat portion and the back portion of the automobile seat, the straps held against the inner surface of the seat with the hook surface facing outward from the automobile seat, with a lower seat cover covering the seat portion, the lower seat cover having an inner surface having a fabric loop surface which engages the hook surface of each strap, and an upper seat cover covering the back portion, the upper seat cover also having an inner surface having a fabric loop surface which engages the hook surface of each strap, the upper seat cover also having a headrest cover which covers the headrest

Abstract: An inflatable seat restraint cushion has a plastically deformable support structure and a sealing casing. The sealing casing can be filled with gas from a compressed gas source in order to inflate the seat restraint cushion with deformation of the support structure.

Abstract: attachable sitting device buttsy is comprised of a flexible, water-resistant and insulating cushion that is attached to a person's body by means of strings or straps buckled around person's waist or lower back in order to avoid carrying said device.

Abstract: An automotive vehicle seat cover (10) includes two forms (12,14) interconnected with a flexible member (16) which is water and moisture impermeable as well as non-tearable. Optionally, the forms are bent so as to provide concave surfaces facing the underlying seat (34) and backrest (36) for stability and slippage retardation. A still further option, are the provision of tabs (40,42) for receipt within a space between the seat and backrest fixedly positioning the seat cover (10) in place.

Abstract: There is provided a seat cover for accommodating a child safety chair upon a seat. The seat cover comprises a lower protective member which is disposable upon a seating portion of the seat. This lower member can accommodate the child safety chair when positioned in a rearward-facing direction to prevent it from permanently compressing the seating portion. The seat cover further comprises an upper protective member that is disposable against a seat-back portion of the seat. This upper member is selectively attachable with and detachable from the lower member. By doing so, the upper member can further prevent the chair from permanently compressing the seat-back portion when it is repositioned in a forward-facing direction and placed in contact therewith.

Abstract: The invention provides a cover for a shopping cart having a horizontal bar (e.g. handle) and a child's seat, wherein the horizontal bar is adjacent and offset by a space from restraint railing of the child's seat. The restraint railing is typically the framework that is proximal to the front/leg hole of a child's seat. The disposable shopping cart cover is a flexible planar sheet of a sanitary polymeric film having a back side and a front side, and a pressure sensitive adhesive coating on the back side of the sheet. The cover can be adhered and stretched taut across the space between the horizontal bar and the restraint railing, providing a sanitary protective covering over the horizontal bar and the restraint railing of the child's seat. The adhered planar sheet spanning the space provides an activity center. The adhesive coating is used to adhere the covering either directly to the bar and the restraint railing, or to loop around the bar and/or railing and attach with the adhesive coating face-to-face.

Abstract: A semi-fitted furniture slipcover covers a piece of seating furniture having at least one arm and at least one T-cushion with a projection extending in front of the arm. The slipcover has back, front, seat, arm, lower and side panels that are connected to each other. The lower, seat, side and arm panels each having portions adjacent the arm front and T-cushion projection that form a T-cushion assembly. The assembly has a slot between the arm front and the T-cushion projection and is form fit. The assembly also has no part that extends under the T-cushion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to devices for the protection of vehicle interiors, including seats and foot wells, from being soiled by objects, liquids, foods, and the like discarded by children restrained in safety seats. The devices include single-piece and multiple-piece mats for placement between the vehicle seat and the safety seat, that include flanges for containment of the discarded objects, liquids, foods and the like.

Abstract: Presented is a deployable and contractible cushion structure for detachable attachment about the waist of a user, formed from a unitary flat piece of preferably woven fabric that is folded and sewn to provide in its completed form three separate pockets. In a first or primary pocket is contained a relatively thick elastically resilient cushion pad formed from open or closed cell polyurethane or other suitable synthetic resinous material. A second pocket, substantially in the same plane as the primary pocket and opening in the direction of the open end of the primary pocket, is provided to contain the elastically resilient cushion pad when it and the primary pocket in which it is contained are rolled into a generally cylindrical roll to fit within the second pocket. A flap is provided to retain the rolled elastically resilient cushion pad in contracted form when not in use.

Abstract: A buoyant pool chair supports a swimmer in an upright, semi-reclining or sitting position while the chair is floating in a swimming pool. Interconnected rigid frame members collectively form an open chair frame including a seat frame, left and right arm frames attached to the seat frame, and a back frame pivotally coupled to the seat frame. The back frame can be manually rotated to a folded, minimum profile position in which the chair back overlaps the chair seat, for example for shipping and storage, and rotatable to an upright, fixed position to accommodate lounging in a semi-reclining or sitting position. Stop apparatus on the chair frame is engagable with one of the seat frame and the back frame for fixing the back frame in the upright position, and releasable therefrom to permit closing rotational movement of the back frame to the folded position.

Abstract: A travel wrap with a central portion for covering a seat structure, first and second wing members for selectively blanketing a seat occupant, and a cap portion for retaining the central portion relative to a seat. First and second apertures can receive seat belt straps to enable the seat occupant to be secured relative to the seat structure. Third and fourth apertures can enable the seat belt straps to be threaded through the travel wrap to allow the seat belt arrangement to be fastened exterior to a blanketed configuration of the wing members. The cap portion can have first and, possibly, second pockets for receiving the upper end of the seat back, and a pillow can be associated with one face of the travel wrap for enabling the travel wrap to be applied reversibly and to enable the selective provision of a pillow.

Abstract: A disposable sanitary seat cover includes a base sheet having a seat cover area provided with passages that are adapted for providing an opening through the seat cover area for a child's legs. Passages are provided on the seat cover area through which a safety belt may be positioned.

Abstract: A furniture protection device in a generally rectangular configuration is comprised of a flat piece. The flat piece has a pair of long parallel side edges. The flat piece also has a pair of short parallel side edges. The flat piece further has a plurality of equally spaced creases. The equally spaced creases run parallel to the short side edges.

Abstract: A vehicle seat and steering wheel sunshade including a main covering and at least one side panel. The main covering includes a front portion for covering a steering wheel region of a vehicle, a rear portion for covering a seat back region of a vehicle seat, and an intermediate portion between the front portion and the rear portion for covering a seat region of the vehicle seat. The at least one side panel depends from the main covering for providing enhanced covering of the vehicle seat.

Abstract: A removable, washable, rectangular cover for a folding chaise longue covers the chaise longue and contains a removable cushion. The cover cushions the user from the hard frame of the chaise longue and provides insulation when the chaise-lounge frame and body-support elements are hot or cold. The cushion is inserted into the cover through an opening in one of the longer edges, which is closed with a releasable fastener, preferably hook and loop fastening material. Convenience pockets depend from both sides of the cover. Deep pockets sewn to the back of cover, at the head end and the foot end, slip over the chaise-lounge frame. An oblong pillowcase, permanently attached to the head end of the cover, is sewn together along three of its edges and left open on one of its longer edges. A pillow is inserted into the pillowcase through the open edge, which is closed with a releasable fastener.

Abstract: A slipcover bag combination includes a clear plastic bag, a folded slipcover made of a fabric having a color, pattern and texture, in a compact storage configuration in the bag and a fabric carry handle made of the same fabric as the slipcover and to an outer surface of the bag, the carry handle fabric having the same color, pattern and texture as the fabric of the slipcover.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses scriptured outdoor furniture comprising an umbrella 12, swivel clamp 26, foldable table 22 and foldable chair 18. The umbrella 12 is of a size forming a canopy over the table 22 and chair 18. The umbrella 12 has a fastening member 26 fixed to the distal end of the central post 24 spaced away from the canopy whereby the umbrella can be releasably attached to the table 22. The fastener 26 is comprised of a swivel clamp 28 having a stationary jaw and a movable jaw 24 having a threaded shaft 30 having a handle 32 for advancing/retracting the movable jaw toward the stationary jaw. The umbrella 12 has an attachable detachable skirt 50 having mating fasteners 52, 54 positioned on the skirt and interior edge of the umbrella. The chair 18 has an attachable detachable chair backing 56. The chair backing 56 has mating fasteners 58 that are engaged after wrapping around the chair structural members 60.

Abstract: A wheelchair slipcover includes a seat pad slipcover that can contain a seat pad (cushion) and a back pad slipcover. The slipcovers can be made from decorative material and are attached to the wheelchair.

Abstract: Sport Seat Covers is my invention of putting sports and sporting goods on seat covers. Many people need or want to cover the seat of their vehicle for the purpose of protecting the original upholstery or covering up worn upholstery. Sport Seat Covers is a new way of doing this while at the same time portraying a persons favorite team, sport, sports hero or sporting goods. This will be similar to a person wearing a shirt with their favorite logo or team on the shirt, except now the logo, sport, individual or team will be portrayed on the seat of the individuals vehicle. This will be the first of its kind and an innovative and practical method of portraying team spirit and support.

Abstract: An apparatus for protecting seat material includes a reversible cover operable to protect a vehicle seat. The cover includes a first side, a second side coupled to the first side, and a storage compartment coupled to the first side and positioned along a upper portion of the reversible cover. The reversible cover further includes at least one support element coupled to the first side and the second side and operable to provide vertical support of the reversible cover. The reversible cover further includes a removable storage compartment that may be used internal and external to a vehicle.

Abstract: A body support tool, such as a seat support, is provided, that may hold a shape in conformity with a sitting shape of a user. A cushion body having flexibility is covered with a sheet-like coating member impregnated with cured resin, and brought into contact with a portion of a human body such as the hips, waist, back or neck. When the user sits on the seat, for example, the body support tool cures in conformity with that body portion.

Abstract: A retractable seat cover for providing temporary protection to a seat, such as an automotive seat or piece of furniture, includes a housing, a roll of fabric, a retraction mechanism, and a strap. The housing may have a slit for enabling the fabric to be extended from or retracted into the housing through the slit, or may have a support arm and end brackets for supporting the fabric therebetween. The fabric, which may be waterproof, moisture repellent, have anti-bacterial properties, have anti-slip properties, or combinations thereof for providing additional protection to the seat, is used to cover the upholstery of the seat. The retraction mechanism includes a spring roller mechanism for controlling rotation of the roll of fabric. The strap is coupled to a top portion of the fabric and is used to secure the seat cover to the seat.

Abstract: A disposable sanitary seat cover includes a base sheet having a seat cover area provided with passages that are adapted for providing an opening through the seat cover area for a child'legs. Passages are provided on the seat cover area through which a safety belt may be positioned.

Abstract: A headrest secured seat cover for vehicles having side-impact airbags mounted within the sides of the seat. The cover comprises a bottom and middle portion attachable to the seat cushion. A top portion of the seat cover is attachable to the seat headrest. In order to attach the seat cover to the headrest, the seat cover includes at least one elastic strap attached to the top portion of the cover and configured to attach the top portion of the cover to mounting bars of the headrest. The seat cover further includes a stiffening member disposed about a periphery of the top portion of the seat cover. The stiffening member supports the top portion of the seat cover such that the seat cover will be contourable to the shape of the vehicle seat and remain in place. Since the seat cover is attached to the headrest, the sides of the seat are unobstructed for proper airbag inflation.

Abstract: A backrest device for use with a tree trunk. A rigid backing exhibits a substantially rectangular and planar shape and includes a first side and a second side. A foam cushion is secured to the first side of the rigid backing. A plurality of stand-off spacers extend from the second side of the rigid backing, each of the spacers further having a projecting end surface. First and second elongated strap fasteners extend from each of first and second side edges of the rigid backing and, upon positioning the rigid backing with the spacers in abutting contact with the tree trunk and inter-engaging the fasteners about a circumference of the tree trunk, the rigid backing and secured cushion are spaced an incremental distance from the surface of the tree trunk and in order to prevent water running down the trunk from contacting the padded backrest or the back of the user.

Abstract: A multi-layer cushion having a shaped base on which is positioned a resilient, cushioning layer. The shaped base is constructed from a supportive foam and has front and lateral bolsters. The cushioning layer is an inflatable air cell cushion having a flexible base and an array of individual air cells arranged in rows across the flexible base. Rows of cells around the perimeter of the air cell cushion are configured to provide comfortable transition areas between the bolsters and the air cell cushion. The cushion includes a cover that has a lower compartment for the foam base and an upper compartment for the air cell layer. The cover functions to keep the air cell layer in place on the foam layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjustable, inflatable surface comfort device to be used with shaped body support devices. The surface comfort device comprises an inflatable bladder having a shape and size to substantially cover at least one support surface of a shaped body support device so as to conform to and provide a comfort layer to the body support device. According to one embodiment, a self-sealing valve is coupled to a port of the inflatable bladder, and is constructed and arranged to enable all of inflation, deflation, and comfort control of the surface comfort device.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to a fabric composite for disposition across an automotive seating frame and relates more particularly to a laminated fabric incorporating elastomeric yarn which has undergone either flame or adhesive lamination so as to be joined to a knit or woven aesthetic cover by means of foam either with or without adhesive.

Abstract: A plastic cover is provided for covering and enclosing the tray of a child's high chair, while the tray is disposed over the arms. The cover preferably comprises a water resistant material forming an enclosure, which has an open end and an interior which is accessible through the open end. The tray is disposed within the interior of the enclosure. Use of the plastic tray cover prevents soiling of the tray, simplifying significantly the clean-up process. After use, the cover is removed from the tray and easily washed, or discarded.

Abstract: A method for assembling a case (5), such an integral play station, a simple screen for a DVD reader or for a play station, a loudspeaker or other . . . , on a cushion (2) such as a headrest or a seat back cushion, fitted with a protection cover (4). This method is characterised in that it consists in fastening the case (5) directly on the protection cover (4), before mounting said cover (4) on the cushion (2).

Abstract: A seat cushion cover (20) in combination with a sport seat cushion (22) includes a rectangular pocket (24) defined by a fabric upper panel (26) and a lower panel (28). The upper and lower panels (26, 28) are generally parallel to one another and are joined by side panels (30a,b) and an end panel (32). A fabric flap (34) extends from the upper panel (26). The flap (34) is adapted to retain the cushion (22) within the pocket (24) and provide for securing the cushion (22) on a stadium seat (54). The flap (34) foldably extends over an opening (33) of the pocket (24) and along a portion of lower panel (28). The flap (34) and the portion of the lower panel (28) are separated by a space for receiving the stadium seat bottom (56). The flap (34) is adjustably secured to the side panels (30a,b) with fasteners (42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52). A resilient band (36) provides tension to retain the cover (20) on the seat bottom (56) when it is in its raised position.

Abstract: A weather-proof covering of flexible material which is form fitted for use with a variety of outdoor furniture. A flexible harness with strap members is secured to the covering permanently by a sewed connection or removably by snaps, Velcro™, or similar means. The harness is positioned and secured to the furniture by means of its strap members and tie lines which emanate from the harness and are tied to the furniture. This system attachment allows the cover to be used on furniture of varying sizes and configurations. The cover may also be attached to the furniture directly by snap connections. A bar with hooked ends is positioned through the bottom of the covering. It acts as a counterweight to keep the covering taut when it is deployed and covers the furniture. The bar also assists in storage of the covering directly on the furniture when the covering is not in use.

Abstract: A releasably attachable cushion that can be used with chair armrests, seat armrests, and other types of support structures, to provide extra cushion support for the user's arm. In one embodiment, the cushion has an outer covering and a multi-layer inner structure. The multi-layer inner structure includes at least two layers: a cushion layer and a support layer with the cushion and support layers being enclosed in the outer covering. The support layer is thinner and made of harder material than the cushion layer. In an alternate embodiment, the cushion has an outer covering, a cushion, and a skirt attached to the outer covering. The cushion is enclosed in the outer covering and the skirt has a tightening means so that a user can adjust the tightening means in order to securely apply the cushion of the invention to armrests of various shapes and sizes.

Abstract: A process for producing a multi-layered article having a soft, leather-like feel comprising first introducing into a suitable mold a first liquid formulation designed to produce the top elastomeric layer on the finished article. A release agent is then applied on the elastomeric layer in the area where it is desired not to have adherence of the elastomer to the foam. Before the elastomeric layer is completely cured, a second liquid foam producing formulation, designed to produce a soft foam, is poured into the open mold. The elastomeric layer of the resulting article is integrally attached to the foam in the areas not containing the release agent.

Abstract: This invention is an inflatable or non-inflatable travel pillow that fits under the knees or lower thighs of the user, between those body areas and the cushion of a seat. The pillow elevates the user's lower thighs sufficiently to position the user's body back into the seat comfortably, and prevent the user from sliding down in the seat. A main body of the pillow has two thigh cradles located on its top surface. The thigh cradles are generally semicircular in shape, form depressions in the top surface of the main body, and are separated by a center rib formed by the proximate sides of the thigh cradles. In the inflatable embodiment, an air fill valve is located on the outer surface of the main body.

Abstract: A buoyant lounge chair supports a swimmer in an upright, semi-reclining or fully reclining position while the chair is floating in a swimming pool. Interconnected rigid frame members collectively form an open chair frame including a seat frame, left and right arm frames attached to the seat frame, and a back frame pivotally coupled to the seat frame. The back frame is pivotally coupled to the seat frame on opposite sides by dual axle shafts. A manually operable clutch is mounted on each axle shaft for releasably connecting the seat frame to the back frame. Each clutch is manually releasable to permit pivotal movement of the back frame relative to the seat frame, and is manually engagable to fix the angle of recline of the back frame with respect to the seat frame.

Abstract: A lawn furniture attachment for providing additional comfort and protection to an existing piece of lawn furniture while including a unique information transferring apparatus. The lawn furniture attachment includes a cushion with an extendable flagging mechanism stored internal to the cushion. The cushion is attachable to the tubular frame section of most current traditional pieces of lawn furniture. The cushion can be attached as a headrest, armrest or most preferably a footrest. The flagging mechanism can be extracted from inside the cushion and placed in a vertical position. The flagging mechanism can then be extended vertically to visually attract the attention of others.

Abstract: A chair protecting device made of a first sheet that is turned upon itself and attached along vertical edges thereof to form a cavity to accommodate a back of a chair. The sheet has an inner layer that is made of a fluid impervious material and an outer absorbent layer for maintaining spills therebetween and preventing any spilled fluid from reaching the chair.

Abstract: A strap arrangement constituting a brace having a fan-shaped configuration formed of fixed or adjustable straps for retaining a covering such as a towel securely to a chair. The brace consists of four fixed or adjustable straps which are secured to the chair by suitable fasteners. The strap arrangement is useful for the convenience and enjoyment of a person at the beach, pool or patio.

Abstract: The seat pad as a free-standing structure which provides a seat and back. A pair of contoured rigid bars are enclosed within opposite sides of a fabric sleeve to shape the sleeve into a seat and back. In addition, a web of densified padding is disposed between the bars and within the fabric sleeve to bias the rigid bars outwardly of each other to flatten the sleeve. Rows of stitching are employed to secure the padding to the fabric to provide not only reinforcement but also a pleasing aesthetic appearance to the seat pad.

Abstract: A chair includes a seat with male snap connectors thereon and a back. A cushion assembly has female snap connectors shaped to engage the male snap connectors for securement. The cushion assembly includes a dimensionally-stable fabric that holds the snap connectors in a stable pattern, and the male and female snap connectors engage in a manner that locates and secures the cushion assembly on the seat. The cushion assembly is easily and quickly removed from the seating unit, and can be quickly dry-cleaned, washed, or repaired, and reattached to the chair. A back cushion assembly is provided that can be pulled downwardly onto the back, and stretch-attached along its bottom edge. A removable seet through fabric vest can also be pulled downwardly over the back and releasably attach to a bottom edge of the back. A hanger is provided for supporting extra vests, back cushion assemblies and seat cushion assemblies.

Abstract: A seat cover for an outdoor chair. The seat cover includes a seat panel, back panel, and right and left side panels hingedly attached to each other. Each of the panels includes an outer washable fabric cover and an inner flexible foam core. The back panel has a strap that fits over the back of a chair. The side panels have straps with releasable fastener elements, the straps being adapted to be pulled around an adjacent structural member of the chair to the backside of the chair and releasably attach to a mating releasable fastener element located on the back side of the back panel. Each of the side panels have straps with releasable fastener elements adapted to stretch around the adjacent arm of the chair and releasably attach to a mating releasable fastener element located on the side panel.

Abstract: A lumbar support comprises a plurality of stackable platelets adapted to underlie a user's lumbar area, a pad attached to a top surface of an uppermost one of the platelets, and male/female mating connectors at the interface between platelets for interlocking the platelets together, and a protective pad on a bottom surface of a lowermost platelet. The platelets have variable height so that the user may selectively and incrementally adjust the height of the lumbar support to meet his or her particular lumbar support needs. The lumbar support preferably further includes a belt and/or guide members for adjustably and removably attaching the platelets to an exercise device, such as a weight lifting bench.