Abstract: A method of using color or color schemes to simplify the communication to consumers of complex information regarding the combinations and interactions of technically oriented performance attributes that describe the degree of comfort as found in mattresses, mattress foundations, upholstered furniture articles and other articles filled with cushioning materials. Additionally the selected method of using color as a communication tool may be of further benefit in the interaction with consumers by developing strong emotional ties to the consumers purchase decision.

Abstract: A method of using color or color schemes to simplify the communication to consumers of complex information regarding the combinations and interactions of technically oriented performance attributes that describe the degree of comfort as found in mattresses, mattress foundations, upholstered furniture articles and other articles filled with cushioning materials. Additionally the selected method of using color as a communication tool may be of further benefit in the interaction with consumers by developing strong emotional ties to the consumers purchase decision.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fire resistant barrier and open flame resistant mattresses, mattress foundations, and upholstered articles having the fire resistant barrier therein for protection. The open flame resistance of the mattresses, mattress foundations, and upholstered articles is determined under a full-scale fire test of a composite article.

Abstract: A mattress, mattress foundation, upholstered furniture article, filled furnishing article or other similar composite article for use in institutional (non-residential) occupancies made with a fluid proof outer cover, a fire barrier material and a mattress core, wherein all materials used are free of halogens are presented.

Abstract: Mattress and home furnishing items are made open flame resistant by a fire barrier fabric that includes chlorine-free rayon fiber. The fire barrier fabric at least partially encloses the core of the open flame resistant mattress or home furnishing item. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of NFPA 267 or ASTM E 1590, the mattress has a maximum heat release rate of less than 250 kW and a total energy release of less than 40 MJ in the first five minutes of the test. The home furnishing items may be tested under test protocols such as California Technical Bulletin #604 or #117. TEQ of the products of the combustion of chlorine-free fibers, yarns and fabrics is less than or equal to 2 nanograms.

Abstract: A mattress, mattress foundation, upholstered furniture article and/or filled furnishing article for use in residential and institutional occupancies includes outer removable cover that incorporates a mechanism to visually communicate that the outer removable cover has been opened and the internal components of the mattress, mattress foundation, upholstered furniture article or filling furnishing article has been potentially tampered with. Also disclosed are covers having resealable closing system and a tamper evident seal, and methods for providing an outer removable cover assembly for an article of furniture.

Abstract: A retrofit cover for fully or partially enclosing a mattress, wherein the cover is formed of a unitary, integrally formed fabric having a fire barrier element. The cover is capable of rendering mattresses, mattress foundations, upholstered furniture article and other articles filled with resilient cushioning materials that were not originally manufactured to meet a full-scale open flame standard capable of passing such newly mandated standard for performance in newly manufactured items. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of 16 CFR 1633 or TB 603, the item encased in the retrofit cover has a maximum heat release rate of less than 200 kW and a total energy release of less than 25 MJ in the first five minutes of the test.

Abstract: A method of using color or color schemes to simplify the communication to consumers of complex information regarding the combinations and interactions of technically oriented performance attributes that describe the degree of comfort as found in mattresses, mattress foundations, upholstered furniture articles and other articles filled with cushioning materials. Additionally the selected method of using color as a communication tool may be of further benefit in the interaction with consumers by developing strong emotional ties to the consumers purchase decision.

Abstract: Mattress and home furnishing items are made open flame resistant by a fire barrier fabric that includes chlorine-free rayon fiber. The fire barrier fabric at least partially encloses the core of the open flame resistant mattress or home furnishing item. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of NFPA 267 or ASTM E 1590, the mattress has a maximum heat release rate of less than 250 kW and a total energy release of less than 40 MJ in the first five minutes of the test. The home furnishing items may be tested under test protocols such as California Technical Bulletin #604 or #117. TEQ of the products of the combustion of chlorine-free fibers, yarns and fabrics is less than or equal to 2 nanograms.

Abstract: Mattress and home furnishing items are made open flame resistant by a fire barrier fabric that includes chlorine-free rayon fiber. The fire barrier fabric at least partially encloses the core of the open flame resistant mattress or home furnishing item. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of NFPA 267 or ASTM E 1590, the mattress has a maximum heat release rate of less than 250 kW and a total energy release of less than 40 MJ in the first five minutes of the test. The home furnishing items may be tested under test protocols such as California Technical Bulletin #604 or #117. TEQ of the products of the combustion of chlorine-free fibers, yarns and fabrics is less than or equal to 2 nanograms.

Abstract: A composite fire barrier fabric including a fire barrier layer and a thermally insulating layer at least partially encloses the core of an open flame resistant mattress. The fire barrier layer and thermally insulating layer are composed of at least one flame-retardant fiber, and not necessarily the same flame retardant fiber. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of NFPA 267 or ASTM E 1590, the mattress has a maximum heat release rate of less than 250 kW and a total energy release of less than 40 MJ in the first five minutes of the test.

Abstract: A composite fire barrier fabric including a fire barrier layer and a thermally insulating layer at least partially encloses the core of an open flame resistant mattress. The fire barrier layer and thermally insulating layer are composed of at least one flame-retardant fiber, and not necessarily the same flame retardant fiber. When tested in accordance with the flame resistance test protocols of NFPA 267 or ASTM E 1590, the mattress has a maximum heat release rate of less than 250 kW and a total energy release of less than 40 MJ in the first five minutes of the test.

Abstract: An open flame resistant article is composed of filling materials and a fire barrier fabric including a fire barrier layer and a thermally insulating layer at least partially enclosing the filling materials. Open flame resistance of the article is determined under the California Technical Bulletin #603 test protocol.