Abstract: An electric cleaning device is provided. The electric cleaning device includes a main body, a power source, a transmission shaft, a support stand, and a plurality of brush heads. The power source is disposed inside the main body. One end of the transmission shaft is connected to the power source, while the other end of the transmission shaft extends out of the main body and is connected to the support stand. The brush heads are flexibly assembled to the support stand and form an enclosed shape. In addition, the power source drives the brush heads to vibrate through the transmission shaft and the support stand.

Abstract: A self-righting toothbrush includes a medial section disposed between head and tail sections. The head section mounts a set of frontwardly extending bristles. The tail section has a rearwardly extending asymmetry. The medial section has a pivot surface whose center of rotation defines a pivot point on a longitudinal neutral pivot axis. The pivot surface allows the toothbrush to pivot about the neutral pivot axis when the toothbrush is placed on a support surface. The head and tail sections have respective centers of mass. In a non-bristles up position, the head and tail section centers of mass are spaced from the neutral pivot axis on opposite sides thereof. Due to a moment imbalance dominated by the head section center of mass, there is a net rotational moment about the neutral pivot axis that induces the toothbrush to pivot about the neutral pivot axis to a bristles up position.

Abstract: An improved hair brush having a prism shaped brush head, such as a cylindrical brush head, with spaced apart brush tips or tufts of bristles distributed around a portion of the 360° of the outer surface. The spaced apart brush tips or bristles may be present in only ? (i.e. 120°) to ½ (i.e. 180°) of the entire outer surface, or it may cover more or less than this range to improve the smoothing or curling of a user's hair. Each tuft of bristles may have different lengths and randomly be directed at different directions.

Abstract: A toothbrush having a distal end and a proximal end. The toothbrush has a head portion located at the distal end. The toothbrush also has a plurality of bristles coupled to the head portion and extending outward in a ventral direction. The toothbrush also has a neck portion being coupled to the head portion at a neck portion distal end. The toothbrush also has a shoulder portion being coupled to the neck portion at a shoulder portion distal end and a neck portion proximal end, and the shoulder portion being curved toward the ventral direction. The toothbrush also has a base portion located at the proximal end, the base portion being coupled to the shoulder portion at a base portion distal end and a shoulder portion proximal end, the base portion being curved toward the ventral direction.

Abstract: Disclosed is an oral care implement, comprising: a body comprising a handle and a head at an end of the handle; the body having a cavity therein for storing an oral care fluid; the head having at least one oral care element extending therefrom, and a fluid outlet through which the oral care fluid is dispensable to an exterior of the oral care implement; a passageway fluidly connecting the cavity with the fluid outlet; a mechanism for introducing air into the cavity from the exterior of the oral care implement; and a control valve on the head movable relative to the head between a first position for preventing fluid flow from the cavity through the fluid outlet and a second position for permitting fluid flow from the cavity through the fluid outlet.

Abstract: Disclosed is an oral care implement, comprising: a body comprising a handle, a head at an end of the handle, and at least one fluid outlet, the head having at least one oral care element extending therefrom; a reservoir in the body and for storing an oral care fluid; and a supply mechanism connected to the body, the supply mechanism comprising: a user-operable selector comprising a cam, and an actuator comprising a follower in contact with the same, the actuator operable to cause the oral care fluid to flow from the reservoir towards the fluid outlet, and wherein the cam is movable relative to the body to cause movement of the follower relative to the body and thereby operate the actuator.

Abstract: This application describes an illumination means, and a method of attaching the accessories and protective coverings of the illumination means to a paintbrush to illuminate a work area, and to protect that illumination means from water and chemicals, while maintaining a compact, streamlined form that is easy to clean. With these illumination accessories and protection means installed, the intended use of the brush is primarily painting, and specifically cutting in around a trim or casing. The present invention provides the optimal lighting required for that specific work area, with no manipulation of the brush required by the user. Superior lighting is achieved by structurally directing light sources (LED's) to the specific location where the paint leaves the bristles while cutting in, and/or also structurally directing at a different angle to light up the general work area around the bristles while painting. Protective coverings are form-fitting and of minimal thickness.

Abstract: A holding mechanism for coupling a dental cleaning device to a dish, food container, or food implement. The holding mechanism includes a clip that grasps a rim of the dish, food container, or food implement, and includes a gripper for holding the dental cleaning device. The holding mechanism allows a user to attach a dental cleaning device such as a toothbrush to a dish such as a plate, so that the user is reminded to clean their teeth and has easy access to the dental cleaning device after eating.

Abstract: An oral care system includes a handle and a head, the handle having a proximal end, a distal end, an internal cavity, and a dispensing aperture for the internal cavity. The head is coupled to a distal end of the handle and includes at least one oral surface engaging element. One or more oral care applicators are positioned in the internal cavity. A cover may be slidably coupled to the handle so as to be translatable relative to the handle between: (1) a closed state in which the cover encloses the internal cavity; and (2) an open state in which the internal cavity is exposed. The one or more applicators may be provided in an accordion stack in the internal cavity.

Abstract: The toothbrush has a handle, a neck and a head. In the handle there is a first hard component which has a metallic covering. At least in regions, the metallic covering has a covering of a second hard component.

Abstract: A folding table which can be folded into a storage position and set up into selected usable positions providing different table top heights. The outer legs are pivotally connecting to spaced apart flanges extending from a bottom surface of a table top. The inner legs are pivotally attached to the outer legs and pivotally joined to a U-shaped link bar at a selected medial position above the inner-outer leg pivot point. The free distal ends of the link bar are pivotally attached to spaced part flanges extending from a bottom surface of the table top. Pivotal movement of the link bar inward legs pivots the table top upward wherein holding means secures the link bar to the inner legs. Pivotal movement of the cross member of the link bar outward allows the inner and outer legs to spread apart at the pivot point lowering the table top to rest upon the distal ends of the inner legs.

Abstract: Height adjustable desks with a keyboard tray system that is irradiated by an ultraviolet light disinfectant unit. The ultraviolet light unit resides parallel to and above the keyboard tray while being rigidly affixed to the underside of the desktop. The ultraviolet light unit also has the ability to irradiate the keyboard tray top when it is extended for typing and/or when it is retracted under the desktop for storage. And the ultraviolet light unit may be manually activated using a power switch located, for example, with the telescopic desk legs user control panel. And/or the ultraviolet light unit may be automatedly controlled, such as by being connected to a motion sensor to detect when a user is within close proximity to the keyboard, and thus turn off the UV light; and/or via a timer mechanism that activates the UV light unit for a regularly scheduled eradiation session.

Abstract: A portable tilted table for cell phones, tablets, pads, electronic books or similar electronic devices is shown. The portable tilted table rests on a flat surface with the electronic device resting on the tilted surface with a footrest preventing the electric device from sliding off the tilted surface. This allows the user to use one hand for the electronic device, having the other hand free for other tasks. A notch in the footrest allows the electronic device to be charged while resting on the tilted surface.

Abstract: Modular constructions made of easily assembled and disassembled light-weight materials, where the structural parts of these constructions are made of multiwall sheets that enclose a supporting structure. The supporting structure may be a plurality of bubbles, corrugated or fluted structure that respond anisotropically to pressure applied towards a bendable surface of the two surfaces along a desired line of bending. The second surface opposite the bendable surface is textured allowing printing graphics on it that is not stretched or harmed in the bending area, thereby enabling continuous flow of graphics along the entire printing area. The line of bending may be formed thermally, mechanically or in a combination of thermal and mechanic operations. The sheets are folded upon themselves to form three-dimensional structures. These structures combine together to form modular constructions such as shelf systems, cabinets, closets, vanities and cupboards.

Abstract: A system and method for distributing numbered race running bibs. The bibs are suspended on a hanging line supported by a bib frame that keeps the bibs orderly and allows the event director and staff to easily find the bib number they are looking for. A bib tab is retained on the hanging line to assist in tracking bibs that have been distributed.

Abstract: A wine barrel rack system having first and second ground level side rails oriented generally parallel to one another, each of the first and second ground level side rails fabricated from sheet metal panels, and having an upper bend forming a flange and a lower bend forming a flange, and having a plurality of upper arcuate cut outs shaped and sized for cradling a wine barrel. Connecting members join the rails to form the rack, which may have ground level configuration and an upper, stackable configuration, the latter including either elongate rails with cutouts for mounting on lower barrels and support upper barrels, or discrete arcuate barrel cradles for mounting between two lower barrels and support a single barrel.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of forming a container comprising forming a basket portion of metal mesh material and a rail connected to the basket portion. The rail extends substantially outwardly from the outer surface of the basket portion and the rail extends continuously around the outer surface of the basket portion. In one example, the method includes forming the rail so that it does not contain or surround a free edge of the basket portion. In another example, the method includes forming the rail so that it includes an opening for containing or surrounding a free edge of the basket portion. The method may also include forming a lower rail. The present invention is also directed to a container formed by such method.

Abstract: A three-sectional hidden sliding rail, which is able to solve a usage problem influenced by asynchronous sliding rails at two sides of a conventional three-sectional hidden sliding rail during using, includes a pair of sliding rail sub-mechanisms which is symmetrically mounted at a left side and a right side of a movable object. Each sliding rail sub-mechanism includes a fixed guide rail (1), a middle rail (2), and a movable guide rail (3). The fixed guide rail (1) is mounted on a fixed object through a fixed guide rail bracket (4). The movable guide rail (3) is mounted on a side surface of the movable object through a movable guide rail bracket (5). The fixed guide rail (1) and the movable guide rail (3) both have a horizontally parallel sliding guide groove. An upper end and a lower end of the middle rail (2) are respectively mounted in the sliding guide grooves of the movable guide rail (3) and the fixed guide rail (1).

Abstract: A vertically-oriented organizing container includes a body portion, a lid situated atop the body portion, and a pair of extension members. The body portion has a pair of side walls, a pair of end walls, and a bottom. Each extension members is disposed at a respective end of the body portion and is slidably engaged therewith to permit adjustment of a length of the organizing container. Each extension member is adapted to engage and be supported by opposite sides of a drawer, thereby facilitating the organizing container being vertically suspended within the drawer.

Abstract: A wheel pad for moving an object across a surface having a non-planar obstruction to allow movement of the object over the obstruction. The wheel pad utilizes a contact pad that comprises an outer skin that forms a pad chamber in which is a fluid, liquid or compressed gas, and a torus bearing comprising a plurality of bearings connected to adjacent bearings with a connector.

Abstract: A method of preventing infestation of a bed by creeping insects; said method including the application of a barrier to the legs of said bed; said barrier comprising a disc or layer of material inimical to at least a selection of said creeping insects; said disc or layer interposed between an upper end of each bed leg and the underside surface of a bed base of said bed.

Abstract: A molded panel resembling a natural wickerwork panel, a furniture article comprising such a panel and a method for its manufacture, the panel comprising a plurality of warp strands and a plurality of weft strands interlacing the warp strands, such that at locations where warp and weft strands intersect they form together an integrated, solid molded material location.

Abstract: A shield for protecting furniture against damage that a pet can cause, includes a body and a lock. The body is expandable from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration by moving in a first direction a first end relative to a second end. When the body is in the expanded configuration and positioned adjacent furniture, the body can cover a region of the furniture. The lock includes a first portion and a second portion, and is operable to maintain the body in the expanded configuration when the first and second portions engage each other. With the shield's body in the collapsed configuration, one can easily transport the shield to any location. With the shield's body in the expanded configuration, one can cover a region of furniture with the body and thus discourage a pet from sitting or lying on top of the shield. With the body in the expanded configuration, the shield may also be used as a barrier to protect a leg or other vertical portion of a piece of furniture.

Abstract: A wall hugger recliner with zero space technology includes a frame for placing on a floor, a seat, a backrest, a foot support, and a foot support adjustment mechanism having a first mechanical rod assembly and a first actuator for deploying and retracting the foot support. A seat backrest adjustment mechanism includes a second mechanical rod assembly for adjusting the seat and the backrest with an upright basic position into a horizontal position, wherein the seat backrest adjustment mechanism has a second actuator for adjusting the seat and the backrest.

Abstract: An omnidirectional adjustment-oriented positioning device of an office chair armrest includes two parallel inner links pivotally connected between an armrest rotation fixing unit and a rotation base. The inner links are enclosed in outer links to form a parallel four-link swing link component. The rotation base is axially disposed at a pad. An armrest component capable of horizontal rotation and displacement is disposed at the armrest rotation fixing unit. Inner and external wheel components with bevel gears meshing with each other are disposed between upper ends of the outer links and the armrest rotation fixing unit. Positioning gears which mesh with each other are disposed at the armrest rotation fixing unit. A positioning wheel is mounted at the armrest rotation fixing unit and rotatable such that a rotation component for rotating the inner wheel component abuts against the inner wheel component and thus drives the positioning wheel to move outward.

Abstract: Furniture is described having an extendable footrest. The footrest has a main panel and a flipper panel. In an extended position of the footrest, the top surfaces of the panels are approximately horizontal and co-planar, the main panel being proximate to a seat portion of the furniture. In a retracted position of the footrest, the top surface of the main panel is approximately vertical and the top surface of the flipper panel is approximately horizontal and facing in a downward direction. The footrest projects substantially 20? or more from the front of the seat portion in the extended position, and substantially 7? or less is provided between the floor and the apparent bottom edge of the footrest when retracted.

Abstract: A mechanism and method for assembling a base to a piece of furniture is provided with at least two cam pieces having complimentary interlock mechanisms constructed and arranged to interlock one to another. A plurality of interlock mechanisms may be provided, as well as a plurality of positioning elements on respective cam pieces.

Abstract: Provided is an injection molded panel having a top side and a bottom side. The panel is configured with at least an elastic portion, the elastic portion including a plurality of undulating deformable strands intersecting with one another at rigid connecting locations, the rigid connecting locations alternatingly extending at opposite sides of the panel at alternating top peaks and bottom peaks, the peaks defining together the respective top side and the bottom side.

Abstract: A travel pillow for supporting the head of a person when seated comprises a generally U-shaped frame having two side members and a rear member, and a padded generally U-shaped cushion fixed with the frame. In one embodiment, the pillow includes a plurality of cushions each fixed along the frame. The frame and cushion may include a plurality of mutually-aligned ventilation apertures therethrough to cool the person's neck and head. The frame may include a plurality of connectable, size-adjustable, or hinged segments for allowing the pillow to be collapsed for storage or transport. In one embodiment, the frame is replaced by a plurality of rigid grommets fixed about each ventilation aperture, or a pair of lateral frames at side sections of the pillow. A travel pillow includes a resilient inner frame having a rear portion and two side portions, and U-shaped outer cushion fixed about the inner frame and including a rear portion and two side portions.

Abstract: According to one aspect, embodiments of the invention provide a recreational floatation device comprising a body portion comprising an inflatable member having a first inner perimeter surrounding a first inner area, a first support portion comprising a layer of material extending through the first inner area and attached to the inflatable member at its first inner perimeter to support a user of the device, a back support member located within said first inner area, a hinge mechanism coupled to the back support member and the first inner perimeter and configured to allow the back support member to rotate between a first position, wherein a substantial portion of the back support member extends generally away from the first inner area, and a second position, in which the back support member lies substantially within the first inner area.

Abstract: A back support apparatus for applying a support force to a user's back by using the user's knees while in a seated position including a back support member having a first end and an opposing second end, a pair of adjustable strap members coupled to and extending from the first and second ends of the back support member, and a pair of force distributing knee pads slidably coupled to the pair of adjustable strap members, the force distributing knee pads configured to receive the user's knees and to distribute a force applied by the pair of adjustable strap members along both horizontal and vertical planes, wherein a first adjustable strap member and a first force distributing knee pad is placed around the user's first knee, and a second adjustable strap member and a second force distributing knee pad is placed around the user's second knee, and wherein the support force applied by the back support member onto the user's back is generated by adjusting a length of the first and second adjustable strap members.

Abstract: A furniture member may include a base frame, a seat bottom and an ottoman assembly. The seat bottom is attached to the base frame and defines a seating surface. The ottoman assembly may include a drive assembly that moves an ottoman platform relative to the seat bottom and the base frame among a retracted position, an extended position and a raised position. The ottoman platform includes a support surface that faces upward and away from a ground surface in the retracted, extended and raised positions. The ottoman platform is disposed beneath the seating surface in the retracted position and moves linearly in a horizontal direction from the retracted position to the extended position. The ottoman platform moves linearly in a vertically upward direction from the extended position to the raised position.

Abstract: A seating unit that includes a foldable bed includes: a base with an internal cavity; a foldable bed that includes separate and distinct head, intermediate and seat sections; and a bed folding mechanism. In a folded position, the intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed and positioned in vertically stacked relationship, and the head section is generally vertically disposed and positioned adjacent a rear portion of the base, with an outer surface of a cushion of the head section forming the rear surface of the seating unit, and in an unfolded position, the head, intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed and in serial alignment with each other. The bed folding mechanism is attached to the base and the head, intermediate and seat sections and controls the movement of the bed between the folded and unfolded positions.

Abstract: A modular sofa that can be assembled without the use of tools or special assembly skill. The modular sofa includes two identical L-shaped halves which are laid one over the other prior to assembly to create an efficient configuration for receipt within a compact shipping container. During assembly, the L-shaped halves of the sofa are connected together without the use of tools. Each sofa half has a seat box, an upstanding arm fixedly connected to the seat box, and a sofa back detachably connected to the seat box and to the upstanding arm of the seat box without the use of tools. The seat box and the sofa back of each sofa half have a hollow compartment to which manual access is permitted and in which fasteners are located and manipulated without the use of tools during the assembly of the sofa.

Abstract: A bedhead and a collapsible bed frame with the bedhead are provided. The bedhead includes at least two unitary frames. Each unitary frame has at least one storage room at a back thereof After the collapsible bed frame is disassembled, it can be accommodated in the storage room of the bedhead. For transportation, the parts of the bed frame are accommodated in the storage room of the bedhead, and the unitary frames of the bedhead are folded to form a box. The volume of the bed frame and the bedhead after folded is reduced greatly to be transported and stored conveniently.

Abstract: An electric bed frame, comprising a main frame which has a pair of longitudinal rail members and a pair of transverse rail members, each longitudinal rail member has a guide slot; a secondary frame comprising at least four rotatable rollers adapted to be inserted in the guide slots of the main frame and run a movement with respect to the main frame in the guide slots; and wherein the longitudinal rail members of said main frame are connected with the adjacent transverse rail members via main frame riveted plates. The bed frame of the invention is easy for assembly. In this way, when the parts plant is far away from the assembly plant, each part of the bed frame can be transported in the form of parts and get assembled after reaches the assembly plant, so as to save transportation cost, meanwhile, the strength of the bed frame assembled in this way is equivalent to that of a welded bed frame.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a support for people with distended abdominal areas such as, but not limited to, individuals who are overweight or pregnant. Further, the support apparatus may be used by people suffering from back problems, as the raised area surrounding the opening in the support raises the pelvis and is intended to remove pressure from the lumbar spine and other areas of a person's midsection.

Abstract: Disclosed are a device for the opening of an adjustable sofa without pausing and a mechanical stretching device thereof. The device for the opening of an adjustable sofa consists of a leg drive connector (4), a first limit push connector (3), an expansion front swing limit (1), a second limit push connector (10), a back swing limit (6), a transmission connector (9), a third limit push connector (8), a limit push slide groove block (7) and a folding front swing limit (11). The leg drive connector (4) is rotatably connected to the first limit push connector (3). The transmission connector (9) is rotatably connected to the second limit push connector (10). The second limit push connector (10) is rotatably connected to the first limit push connector (3) and the third limit push connector (8). The back swing limit (6) is fixed on the third limit push connector (8) and located in a limit push slide groove (15). The expansion front swing limit (1) is fixed on the second limit push connector (10).

Abstract: A climate-conditioned bed includes an upper portion having at least a first climate zone and at least one fluid module associated with such a first climate zone. The fluid module comprises a fluid transfer device for selectively moving a fluid and a thermoelectric device for selectively heating or cooling a fluid. The bed additionally includes one or more control modules configured to regulate the operation of the fluid module, at least one input device configured to allow an occupant to select a setting or mode associated with the first climate zone and at least a first temperature sensor configured to detect a temperature associated with the first climate zone of the thermally-conditioned bed. In some embodiments, the fluid module is operatively connected to the control module.

Abstract: The present disclosure envisages a mattress that comprises a resiliently compressible foam shell defining a plurality of pockets along the breadth of the mattress, a bottom layer, a plurality of resiliently compressible block elements receivable in the plurality of pockets having predetermined varying compressibility values, and a flexible top layer. In one aspect of the present disclosure, the plurality of pockets is configured in the form of an array of rows and columns, wherein the rows are in parallel to a width of mattress and preferably seven in numbers and the columns are in parallel to length of mattress and number of columns varies with the width of the mattress. In another aspect of the present disclosure, the plurality of pockets is in the form of horizontal slots along the breadth of the mattress.

Abstract: A product management display system for merchandising product on a shelf includes using a trackless pusher mechanism that travels along a surface on which product is placed and one or more dividers for separating product into rows. The one or more dividers may be engaged to a front rail in two different conditions, locked and unlocked. In a locked condition, the relationship between the divider and the front rail resists alteration in any direction with respect to each other. In the unlocked condition, the dividers may be freely slid laterally along the front rail, while remaining perpendicular to the front rail. The one or more dividers may lock to the front rail through the use of corresponding teeth, resilient surfaces, a locking tab, a locking bar and/or a cam that may define a cam glide.

Abstract: A wire grid security enclosure with heavy duty latch mechanism is utilized to secure contents while allowing viewing of the contents within. The enclosure includes a base mount onto which a lateral wall is positioned. The enclosure includes an upper panel that closes the top portion of the lateral wall as well as a first door and a second door that are opened to gain access to the enclosure. The first door and the second door are prevented from opening by a first hooked rod and a second hooked rod. The first hooked rod and the second hooked rod are removably engaged to the upper panel as well as to the first door and the second door.

Abstract: The disclosure provides for a display rack system. The display rack system includes a support mechanism having first and second ends. The support mechanism may be configured to be attached to a surface at the first and second ends. The display rack system may also include a track mounted onto the support mechanism. The display rack system may also include a plurality of cardholders attached to the track. Each of the first plurality of cardholders may be configured to independently slide laterally relative to the track.

Abstract: A hinged drawer type shelving apparatus includes a shelf with a first portion and a second portion hinged to the first portion. The first portion is connected between opposing arms that have a guide connected to a rearward portion of the arm. A frame has opposing side members between which the shelf is disposed. Each side member has a channel for directing or guiding movement of the corresponding guide. The shelf moves between a first stored position, where the first and second shelf portions are coplanar with one another, and a second extended position to facilitate restocking of product. In the extended position, the first shelf portion is tilted and non-coplanar with the second shelf portion.

Abstract: A fixing piece connecting to a photo frame backing board, comprising a rotating portion and a fixed portion connected with a photo frame. One end of the rotating portion is connected with the fixed portion. Another end is connected with a fixed body used for fixing the photo frame; the rotating portion is formed by engaging and connecting a concave rotational surface and a convex rotational surface. A method for manufacturing the aforementioned fixing piece connecting to a photo frame backing board is also provided.

Abstract: Embodiments provide a hanger, system and method.

Abstract: A composite down feather sheet is comprised of an insulating core of down feathers bound together by a chemical binding agent or binding fibers or combination thereof. The core of down feathers is of substantially constant thickness and defines opposed flat faces to which is bonded a web of stretchable elastic adhesive. The method of fabricating the composite down insulating fabric sheet is also described as well as the method of bonding the composite down insulating fabric sheet to an outer shell fabric and a liner fabric to provide a composite sheet which facilitate the manufacture of down feather insulated fabric articles.

Abstract: A mock duvet cover is disclosed. The mock duvet cover may include one side, which may be a substantially rectangular flat sheet. Such a flat sheet may correspond in size to a duvet having a defined size. The mock duvet cover may further include a pocket attached to one of the flat sheet. A portion of the duvet having the defined size may be insertable into the pocket. As such, the pocket may hold the duvet in place when the duvet and associated mock duvet cover are placed on a bed.

Abstract: An electronic pillow pad of snore and noise cancellation includes: a pillow pad having a plurality of microphones, a plurality of speakers, and a first communication unit, and a mobile device having a second communication unit and a control unit. When the first communication unit of the pillow pad is connected with the second communication unit of the mobile device, the control unit of the mobile device generates a plurality of control signals in the light of the audio signal or the noise signal detected by the microphones of the pillow pad, and the speakers of the pillow pad are controlled by the mobile device with the control signals to output the audio signal or the anti-noise signal that cancels out the noise signal.

Abstract: A pillow and its method of creation are provided. The pillow, or other filled item, begins as a piece of fabric that is filled with a blend of discrete amounts of latex, and a volume of fiberfill. The blend of latex and fiberfill, as well as the form factor of each material, contributes to the properties of the filled item. Preferably, the fiber fill is polyester, but a number of suitable materials exist.