Abstract: An apparatus and method includes securing at least one decorative element to a trim cover to overlay at least a portion of a decorative seam, and securing a retainer to the trim cover and to a seat structure.

Abstract: A vehicle seat having a seat cover including an outer cover, a padding layer, and a backing element that are joined together with stitches or a lamination joint. A seat cover retention apparatus is operatively connected to the backing element wherein a plurality of straps secure the backing element to the vehicle seat structure. Lateral side straps are secured to the backing element and extend through openings defined by the foam bun and are secured to the frame and/or the foam bun. A center strap is secured to the backing element and extends through a center opening to be secured to a back side of the foam bun and/or frame. The backing element may be an elastic strap or a layer of non-woven fleece material with slits for the straps. The straps may be elastic material or non-woven material.

Abstract: A mold component for forming a foamed part with a three-dimensional shape includes a magnetic block having a first face that defines a curved three-dimensional surface with a hook strip-receiving recess positioned above the magnetic block. The magnetic block is configured to be placed in a mold with a hook strip placed in the hook strip-receiving recess. The hook strip has a ferrous metal-containing component such that the magnetic block attracts and holds the hook strip with the hook strip conforming to the curved three-dimensional surface. Characteristically, the mold component is configured to be applied in a molding process to mold the three-dimensional shape in the foamed part wherein the hook strip attaches to a trim cover.

Abstract: Trim covers with reinforcing assemblies for providing straight seams and smooth/symmetrical trim surfaces along one or more seams. For example, the trim covers may employ one or more wires arranged along or proximate the one or more seams such that the seams are straight and not wavy. In one or more embodiments, the trim cover may also employ one or more elastic members to provide tension to the surface such that it does not wrinkle and/or sag.

Abstract: The application relates to a seat assembly, a trim cover assembly, and a method of assembling. An assembly is provided with a seat member comprising a seating surface with a groove, a first trim layer, a second trim layer attached to the first trim layer, and one or more retaining members attached to the second trim layer. The second trim layer is positioned between the first trim layer and the one or more retaining members. The one or more retaining members are received within the groove, with the one or more retaining members connecting the first trim layer to the seat member. A trim cover assembly, and a method are also provided. In various non-limiting examples, the trim assembly may provide the desired shape of the seat, maintain durability and appearance, prevent looseness, and conceal the attachment of the retaining member.

Abstract: A trim assembly is provided with a first trim member having a first finished surface and a second surface opposite thereto, a second trim member in contact with the second surface of the first trim member and attached to the first trim member via a first join, and a third trim member in contact with the second trim member and attached to the second trim member via a second join, the second join unaligned with the first join. The third trim member extends outwardly from the second trim member to a distal end having a first retainer. An assembly with a seat member and a trim assembly, and a seat are provided. In various non-limiting examples, the trim assembly may provide the desired shape of the seat, maintain durability and appearance, prevent looseness, and allow for use of a common seat member with trim assemblies of various appearances.

Abstract: A mold component for forming a foamed part with a three-dimensional shape includes a magnetic block having a first face that defines a curved three-dimensional surface with a hook strip-receiving recess positioned above the magnetic block. The magnetic block is configured to be placed in a mold with a hook strip placed in the hook strip-receiving recess. The hook strip has a ferrous metal-containing component such that the magnetic block attracts and holds the hook strip with the hook strip conforming to the curved three-dimensional surface. Characteristically, the mold component is configured to be applied in a molding process to mold the three-dimensional shape in the foamed part wherein the hook strip attaches to a trim cover.

Abstract: A mold component for forming a foamed part with a three-dimensional shape includes a magnetic block having a first face that defines a curved three-dimensional surface with a hook strip-receiving recess positioned above the magnetic block. The magnetic block is configured to be placed in a mold with a hook strip placed in the hook strip-receiving recess. The hook strip has a ferrous metal-containing component such that the magnetic block attracts and holds the hook strip with the hook strip conforming to the curved three-dimensional surface. Characteristically, the mold component is configured to be applied in a molding process to mold the three-dimensional shape in the foamed part wherein the hook strip attaches to a trim cover.

Abstract: A vehicle seat having a seat cover including an outer cover, a padding layer, and a backing element that are joined together with stitches or a lamination joint. A seat cover retention apparatus is operatively connected to the backing element wherein a plurality of straps secure the backing element to the vehicle seat structure. Lateral side straps are secured to the backing element and extend through openings defined by the foam bun and are secured to the frame and/or the foam bun. A center strap is secured to the backing element and extends through a center opening to be secured to a back side of the foam bun and/or frame. The backing element may be an elastic strap or a layer of non-woven fleece material with slits for the straps. The straps may be elastic material or non-woven material.