Contoured Or Fitted Patents (Class 5/497)
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Patent number: 8584278Abstract: A sofa sheet set for use with a sofa is disclosed. The sofa sheet set includes a bottom sheet that comprises a generally rectangular top portion and a peripheral side section, the side section having at a lower end thereof an embedded elastic band for capturing a plurality of sofa cushions. The sofa sheet set further includes a generally rectangular top sheet fixed at one of its long sides at a seam to one of the long sides of the bottom sheet. The top sheet is larger in length and width than the top portion of the bottom sheet. A handbag carrier is preferably included for containing and storing the bottom and top sheets in a folded configuration for convenient storage and transportation.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2010Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Inventor: Monica Blake Ross
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Patent number: 8566982Abstract: Bedding material including a first fabric section manufactured from performance fabric and having a first and second side; and, a second fabric section attached to the first side of the first fabric section. Additionally, a third fabric section can be attached to the second side of the first fabric section. The first fabric section can be attached to the second fabric section through a flatlock stitch. The first fabric section can include a first zone and a second zone wherein the first zone contains different performance properties from the second zone and the first zone can have thermal or moisture wicking properties.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2009Date of Patent: October 29, 2013Assignee: SHEEX, Inc.Inventors: Susan Katherine Walvius, Michelle Marie Marciniak
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Publication number: 20130269107Abstract: The disclosure sets forth and describes a bedding apparatus that is adapted for use in combination with a mattress; the disclosure also sets forth and describes a method of providing a bedding apparatus adapted for use in combination with a mattress. The apparatus includes a fitted sheet with a blanket attached to the fitted sheet. The blanket bears zipper teeth configured to mate with and removably connect the blanket to the fitted sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 12, 2012Publication date: October 17, 2013Inventor: Deborah J. Fiene
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Publication number: 20130254990Abstract: A fitted sheet for covering a mattress is provided and includes a center sheet panel, having a center sheet panel edge, a side sheet panel, having an inner side sheet panel edge and an outer side sheet panel edge, a sheet casing having a hollow portion and an anchoring member located within the hollow portion, wherein the side sheet panel at least partially surrounds the center sheet panel and wherein the sheet casing at least partially surrounds the side sheet panel, and wherein the center sheet panel, the side sheet panel and the sheet casing are connected together by connecting the inner side sheet panel edge to the center sheet panel edge and connecting the sheet casing to the outer side sheet panel edgeType: ApplicationFiled: April 3, 2013Publication date: October 3, 2013Inventor: Sopha Kim
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Publication number: 20130247296Abstract: A small and irregular shaped mattress sheet cover system for covering a bunk mattress. The system includes a flexible tubular cover that includes a body slightly smaller in width than a small or irregular shaped bunk mattress and with a closed end and an open end. The body fits longitudinally and snuggly around the bunk mattress. In one embodiment, the bunk mattress is triangular and fits inside pointed berth area on a boat. The cover may include optional end flap and optional pull straps. The method includes the steps of rolling the body into a flat ring configuration, aligning the ring with the end of the mattress, and then longitudinally pull and unrolling the ring over the mattress. The mattress may be folded or compressed inward. The pull straps are used to pull the body over the mattress. The mattress is then allowed to expand and conform to the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2012Publication date: September 26, 2013Inventor: Aaron Cummins
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Publication number: 20130239328Abstract: A fitted bed sheet hugs, clings to, and otherwise remains securely in place on a mattress without elastic or other stretchable materials sewn into the edges of the sheet. The fitted sheet is elastic-free and cut substantially to the exact size of the top of the mattress and substantially to the exact radius of the corners of the mattresses. Such a sheet leaves almost no room for the sheet to move either around or off the mattress. The fitted sheet may be provided with an additional non-slip and non-stick material on the interior or back side of the skirt for gripping the mattress. Alternatively, the fitted sheet may be provided with rubberized dots on the interior or back side of the skirt for gripping the mattress. The fitted sheet may also be provided with one or more rigid corner pieces to help prevent the sheet from sliding around the mattress.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Inventor: Mark L. ROSE
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Publication number: 20130219617Abstract: A fitted bed sheet capable of fitting mattresses of multiple lengths is disclosed. The fitted bed sheet has a first section constructed primarily of non-stretch material and a second section sewn to the foot of the first section that is constructed primarily of non-elastic stretch material. The second section stretches to accommodate mattresses of longer lengths thereby eliminating the need to maintain multiple fitted bed sheets. The present invention increases user comfort, can be processed in commercial laundries, reduces the labor of making the bed, is easier to fold, and has a longer useful life than fitted sheets constructed with elastic stretch material. The fitted bed sheet can be washed, ironed, and folded automatically. The present invention may be used in institutional or private settings.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2013Publication date: August 29, 2013Inventors: Sara Barbara Maguire, Walter Richard Maguire
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Patent number: 8495773Abstract: A bed sheet to cover a mattress may include a top sheet to cooperate with the substantially the top surface of the mattress, and a connector sheet to cooperate with the top sheet to stabilize the top sheet with respect to the mattress. The connector sheet and the top sheet may define an aperture to cooperation with a bottom corner of the mattress. The aperture may be substantially a rectangle, and the connector sheet may be substantially T-shaped. The connector sheet may be an inverted T-shaped sheet, and the connector sheet may include a base portion to connect the bottom edge of the top sheet. The connector sheet may include a top portion to connect to a side edge of the top sheet.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2011Date of Patent: July 30, 2013Inventors: Thomas Liversage, Monica Ditzler
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Publication number: 20130117933Abstract: A bed covering is provided. The bed covering forms an aperture between a first and second piece, the aperture allowing the escape of an extremity such as a foot or leg of a user. A method of making the bed covering is provided. A do it yourself kit is provided for forming the bed covering.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 11, 2011Publication date: May 16, 2013Inventors: Jeanne M. Mickle, Jacquelyn Mickle
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Patent number: 8438679Abstract: An article for use on a mattress includes a bedding article and means for orienting the bedding article on a mattress. The means for orienting the bedding article on a mattress may be hidden from view when the bedding article is installed on a mattress. The means for orienting the bedding article on a mattress may be one or more of color contrasting sections, indicia, labels, or stitching. The bedding article has two sides, a top end, a bottom, an opening for seating around the bed, an edge around the opening, and four corners, with two corners being at the top end and two corners being at the bottom end. An article for use as a cover for an underlying item is also disclosed, with the article including a cover article and means for orienting the cover article on an underlying item.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2008Date of Patent: May 14, 2013Assignee: Homtex, Inc.Inventor: Gerald Wootten, Jr.
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Publication number: 20130097779Abstract: A fitted top sheet is provided with a lip having an elastic member that runs side to side along at least a portion of the lip. This provides corners that grab the corners of the mattress for a form fit, while at the same time permitting movement of the sheet upwardly to accommodate an individual's toes without having to provide a so-called zone of expansion.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2012Publication date: April 25, 2013Inventor: Karen Caines
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Patent number: 8407836Abstract: A zippered fitted bed sheet has a zippered track at least along an edge of the zippered fitted bed sheet and has one or two pockets for receiving mattress corner(s). In some embodiments, a zippered fitted bed sheet is coupled to one or more coverings, such as a sheet, a blanket, comforter, quilt and the like. A bedding assembly includes a zippered fitted bed sheet and a zippered mattress, a zippered mattress pad/topper or a zippered mattress protector, each including a zippered track that corresponds to the zippered track of the zippered fitted bed sheet. The zippered fitted bed sheet is configured to couple with the zippered mattress, the zippered mattress pad, or the zippered mattress protector.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2011Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Inventors: James Sacherman, Karen Sacherman, Andrea Andersson
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Patent number: 8402580Abstract: Bedding material including a first fabric section manufactured from performance fabric and having a first and second side; and, a second fabric section attached to the first side of the first fabric section. Additionally, a third fabric section can be attached to the second side of the first fabric section. The first fabric section can be attached to the second fabric section through a flatlock stitch. The first fabric section can include a first zone and a second zone wherein the first zone contains different performance properties from the second zone and the first zone can have thermal or moisture wicking properties.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2011Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: SHEEX, Inc.Inventors: Susan Walvius, Michelle Marciniak
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Patent number: 8393025Abstract: A bed covering system is disclosed comprising an upper sheet and a lower sheet wherein the lower sheet fits on a mattress in a removable manner. The upper sheet is connected to the lower sheet through expandable flaps of material. A zipper runs between the sides of the upper and lower sheets such that when it is zipped, the upper sheet is pulled tightly against the lower sheet but when it is unzipped the upper sheet is allowed to move away from the lower sheet to the extent of the expandable flaps or material.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2009Date of Patent: March 12, 2013Assignee: KaDe Enterprises LLCInventors: Kathleen M. Crispino, Dennis Crispino
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Publication number: 20130042411Abstract: A fitted sheet has a top portion with two lateral side panels and two end side panels. Each side panel may be at an angle to the top portion. Each side panel has lateral edge portions. The lateral edge portion of one side panel may be affixed to the lateral edge portion of the adjacent side panel. A plurality of elastic members is affixed to opposing side panels. No plurality of elastic members is affixed to the other side panels.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 16, 2012Publication date: February 21, 2013Inventor: Rory D. Vitale
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Patent number: 8370974Abstract: A fitted top sheet is provided with a lip having an elastic member that runs side to side along at least a portion of the lip. This provides corners that grab the corners of the mattress for a form fit, while at the same time permitting movement of the sheet upwardly to accommodate an individual's toes without having to provide a so-called zone of expansion.Type: GrantFiled: July 19, 2011Date of Patent: February 12, 2013Inventor: Karen Caines
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Patent number: 8347430Abstract: A mattress protector having a top portion and a bottom portion configured to fasten together over the mattress and/or a mattress and box spring includes sides and ends extending from each of the top portion and the bottom portion. A fastener is also included on each of the top and bottom portions. The fastener includes a fastener assembly to seal the mattress against bed bugs and dust mites. When the top and bottom portions are placed around the mattress, and the fastener is secured, the entire mattress is surrounded by the mattress protector and protected from penetration by bed bugs and dust mites.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2011Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Inventors: Sam Malouf, Kacie Malouf, Nat Holfeltz
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Patent number: 8336137Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to a bedsheet comprising a non-fitted portion and a fitted portion for securing the bedsheet onto one end of a mattress, and a method for manufacturing the same. In one embodiment, a semi-fitted bedsheet comprises a seamless fitted portion, a non-fitted portion, and a securing means incorporated along an edge of the fitted portion. In another embodiment, a semi-fitted bedsheet further comprises a position indicator for identifying a proper positioning of the bedsheet on a mattress.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2007Date of Patent: December 25, 2012Assignee: Effortless Bedding LLCInventors: Rita Aprile, Caterina Angelicola
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Publication number: 20120317723Abstract: A bed sheet to cover a mattress may include a top sheet to cooperate with the substantially the top surface of the mattress, and a connector sheet to cooperate with the top sheet to stabilize the top sheet with respect to the mattress. The connector sheet and the top sheet may define an aperture to cooperation with a bottom corner of the mattress. The aperture may be substantially a rectangle, and the connector sheet may be substantially T-shaped. The connector sheet may be an inverted T-shaped sheet, and the connector sheet may include a base portion to connect the bottom edge of the top sheet. The connector sheet may include a top portion to connect to a side edge of the top sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2011Publication date: December 20, 2012Inventors: Thomas Liversage, Monica Ditzler
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Publication number: 20120260424Abstract: A bedding product such as a sheet may include a top panel, wherein a perimeter of the top panel is defined by an elastic-type binding material. At least one extension panel may be secured to at least a portion of the perimeter of the top panel. In turn, at least one side panel may be secured to at least one of the perimeter of the top panel and at least one extension panel, wherein the side panel extends downwardly with respect to the perimeter. The top panel may be generally arcuate such as having a generally elliptical shape before being fitted over a mattress.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2012Publication date: October 18, 2012Inventor: Arun Agarwall
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Patent number: 8276224Abstract: A bed sheet includes a bottom fabric layer sized to extend over the sides of and underneath a mattress. A top fabric layer is generally co-extensive with, and fastened to, the bottom fabric layer and defines a pocket therebetween. A sleeping garment integrated into the top fabric layer has a pair of garment halves removably coupleable to each other via a zipper that zips up into a fastener pocket that covers the zipper when the garment is fully closed. A flap can extend from one half of the garment, over the fastener pocket and fasten to the opposite half of the garment to inhibit the user from unzipping and removing the garment. The garment can hold a lower portion of the user within said pocket, allowing the user to remain warm without the use of a separate blanket, while being able to sit or stand on the mattress.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2012Date of Patent: October 2, 2012Inventors: Joanna von Yurt, Jan Marco von Yurt
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Publication number: 20120167306Abstract: The invention is a bedding apparatus, to be used with a conventional mattress. The bedding's bottom layer is fitted, so as to fit snugly around a mattress. The bottom layer is connected to the top layer by an attachment device, preferably two zippers. The top layer extends over three edges of the bottom layer, so as to appear aesthetically pleasing and provide comfort to the user. The zippers allow a user to easily and quickly make up the bed after sleeping in the bedding. It also functions to keep the top layer from falling off of the bed while sleeping and facilitates the user in weekly changing of the bed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2012Publication date: July 5, 2012Inventor: Jennifer MacDonald
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Patent number: 8171581Abstract: A fitted sheet configured to contour to mattresses of different thickness. The fitted sheet has a top panel and a plurality of side panels extending from the top panel. The fitted sheet further includes at least one stretchable portion secured to at least one end of the side panels wherein the stretchable portions are mated together and configured to extend around at least one corner of the mattress. Accordingly, the fitted sheet may be easier to apply and remove from the mattress and may be easier to fold and store during nonuse.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2011Date of Patent: May 8, 2012Assignee: Alok International Inc.Inventor: Arun Agarwall
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Patent number: 8156585Abstract: A bedding design enables a user to fold a portion of the bedding underneath itself to create a pouch. The pouch may provide warmth for a user's feet and lower legs when they are lying in bed. The bedding may include a comforter with optional sheets and/or blankets. The additional sheets and/or blankets may be folded in a similar manner, either separately or together with the comforter. The comforter may be designed with an additional flap attached thereto so that folding the flap to create the pouch does not change the appearance of the bedding on a bed.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2010Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Inventor: Jonathan Medici
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Patent number: 8151386Abstract: Disclosed is a bed sheet and blanket system and method including a fitted foundation and a selectively detachable connecting sheet or blanket. Embodiments of the invention include a second connecting sheet or blanket disposed above or on top of the first connecting sheet or blanket. The fitted foundation, the first connecting sheet or blanket, and the second connecting sheet or blanket may be connected through interconnecting components such as zippers.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2008Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Inventor: M'Lisa K. McKee
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Publication number: 20120073059Abstract: An adjustable mattress that incorporates a movement mechanism and support member inside of the foam mattress includes a fabric covering with a fastener member. The fastener member is used to keep a fitted sheet in place over the adjustable mattress when the mattress is adjusted to an inclined configuration. The fastener member is attached to the fabric covering near the lower edge of the adjustable mattress and is adapted to fasten to a corresponding fastener on the fitted sheet. The fastener member can be a toggle that fits through a loop on the fitted sheet. The fitted sheet also has an elastic band that draws the fitted sheet taut around the adjustable mattress. The lower portion of the fabric covering is made of stretchable fabric that stretches between the lower edge of the adjustable mattress and a balancing bar that supports the adjustable mattress when the adjustable mattress is inclined.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 25, 2010Publication date: March 29, 2012Inventors: Suk Kan Oh, Youn Jae Lee
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Publication number: 20120060284Abstract: A fitted top sheet is provided with a lip having an elastic member that runs side to side along at least a portion of the lip. This provides corners that grab the corners of the mattress for a form fit, while at the same time permitting movement of the sheet upwardly to accommodate an individual's toes without having to provide a so-called zone of expansion.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2011Publication date: March 15, 2012Inventor: Karen Caines
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Publication number: 20120054962Abstract: fitted sheet configured to contour to mattresses of different thickness. The fitted sheet has a top panel and a plurality of side panels extending from the top panel. The fitted sheet further includes at least one stretchable portion secured to at least one end of the side panels wherein the stretchable portions are mated together and configured to extend around at least one corner of the mattress. Accordingly, the fitted sheet may be easier to apply and remove from the mattress and may be easier to fold and store during nonuse.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2011Publication date: March 8, 2012Inventor: Arun Agarwall
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Publication number: 20120030874Abstract: Bedding material including a first fabric section manufactured from performance fabric and having a first and second side; and, a second fabric section attached to the first side of the first fabric section. Additionally, a third fabric section can be attached to the second side of the first fabric section. The first fabric section can be attached to the second fabric section through a flatlock stitch. The first fabric section can include a first zone and a second zone wherein the first zone contains different performance properties from the second zone and the first zone can have thermal or moisture wicking properties.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2011Publication date: February 9, 2012Inventors: Susan Walvius, Michelle Marciniak
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Publication number: 20110314604Abstract: A bed sheet with elastic side panels is made of a material body configured to substantially cover a mattress. The sheet is provided with a foot and head elastic panels that cover and end region of the mattress and side panels. A portion of each side panel adjacent the mattress corner is made of an elastic material. The foot and head elastic panels extend to and connect to the elastic portions of the sides panels. The elastic panels can be configured of one sheet of material in common with the foot and head panels or as separate panels covering an end portion, and opposing side portions. These separate panels are joined at the apex of a corner of the mattress.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: Pac-Fung Feather Co., Ltd.Inventor: Fan Shi Hoo
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Publication number: 20110289686Abstract: A partitioned bed sheet for providing a plurality of semi-separate sleeping areas in a single bed comprised of joining an upper sheet to a lower sheet with a stitch line extending from approximately the foot of the bed parallel to the center line of the bed and terminating at a distance, in part, determined by the circumstances dictating the use of the partitioned bed sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2011Publication date: December 1, 2011Inventor: David Christopher Chose
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Patent number: 8015636Abstract: This invention relates to flat bedding top sheets having releasable corner fasteners adapted to releasably secure sheet to an underlying mattress by having male elements placed on one side panel brought into alignment and contact with female elements located on opposite corresponding side panels to form corners. Specifically, the bed sheet of the present invention is a fitted flat sheet having a cutout portions at both of its bottom corners that permit, with the aid of separable fasteners located at the cutout portions, to convert the sheet from a planar configuration to a configuration comprising two pockets adapted to retain the sheet on the mattress. The top sheets of the present invention do not require elastic strips around the corners of the sheets to secure the sheet to the mattress.Type: GrantFiled: July 6, 2010Date of Patent: September 13, 2011Inventors: Robert Bolish, Rhoda Sherwin
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Patent number: 7996937Abstract: The formation of wrinkles in bed sheets used on mattresses of the type having elevated side bolsters and the tendency of the sheets to come off when the mattress is articulated are reduced through the use of a fitted sheet having conforming pockets receiving the side bolsters. Stabilization of the upper sheet surface by the pockets is augmented in some embodiments through use of a stitch line placed along a seam on the inside of the pockets and/or by un-pocketed spans of the upper surface of the sheet connecting directly to an elastically retained skirt.Type: GrantFiled: December 18, 2009Date of Patent: August 16, 2011Assignee: Direct Supply, Inc.Inventors: Beau Walter, Anthony Patrick
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Publication number: 20110061165Abstract: A fitted top bed sheet and a method of making said sheet from a rectangular blank of sheet material are disclosed. The foot end of the sheet is formed into a pocket without having to cut any material by sewing a portion of the left side flap to the left side of the foot end and by sewing a portion of the right side flap to the right side of the foot end and tucking the remainder of the foot end under the mattress.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2009Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventors: Mary Grace Lupo Falconetti, Mary T. Falconetti
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Patent number: 7904977Abstract: The safety sheet of the present invention may include a bed sheet with sleeves along one or more sides. The sleeves may be continuous or slotted and may accommodate inserts constructed of a material soft enough to avoid injury yet sturdy enough to provide an effective barrier to lateral motion of a bed's occupant. The safety sheet may include solid or hollow inserts. Portability of the safety sheet may be maximized by the use of inflatable/deflatable inserts. Inserts may vary in size and shape, and the sleeves may vary in size to accommodate a range of insert sizes. Alternatively, the sleeves may be stuffed with soft materials such as socks or other clothing when inserts are unavailable. The safety sheet may be reversed with inserts in place for aesthetic and comfort purposes or without inserts to hide the sleeves when inserts are no longer needed.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2010Date of Patent: March 15, 2011Inventor: Neeraj Singh
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Patent number: 7874028Abstract: An easily laundered one piece sofa protector and bedding substitute for couches and sofas having a fitted sheet type element conjoined to a flat sheet in such a way to stay in place while the sofa occupant sleeps. Alternately, the flat sheet may be pulled away from the fitted sheet and laid against the back sofa cushions to protect them from soiling. Additionally, a sewn in pouch for the temporary retention of a typical throw pillow is provided so that the throw pillow may be used as a sleeping pillow without soiling the surface of the throw pillow.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2007Date of Patent: January 25, 2011Inventor: Kenneth Clark Bradford
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Patent number: 7856684Abstract: A fitted bed sheet is disclosed. The bed sheet comprises a generally rectangular middle portion having a first fold line on a first edge and a second fold line on a second opposing edge. The bed sheet further comprises a first side portion having a generally concave shape. The first side portion is folded along the first fold line. The bed sheet further comprises a second side portion having a generally concave shape. The second side portion is folded along the second fold line such that the second side portion contacts the first side portion. The first side portion, the middle portion and the second side portion are coupled along opposing ends generally perpendicular to the first fold line and the second fold line.Type: GrantFiled: August 6, 2007Date of Patent: December 28, 2010Assignee: Medline Industries, Inc.Inventors: James B. Robertson, Natallie N. O'Connor
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Publication number: 20100313356Abstract: A fitted sheet a portion of which is made from a fabric that feels warmer and a portion of which is made from a fabric that feels cooler so the user would be able to have warmer feet without overheating the rest of their bodies.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2009Publication date: December 16, 2010Inventor: Catharine Louise Morter
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Patent number: 7849533Abstract: An occupant transfer device 34 for use on a host mattress 20 having a top side 22 and a flank 24 is in the form of a fitted sheet. The device has a top 36 for covering the top side of the mattress and a skirt 38 extending from the top. The top and skirt each have an occupant side 40, 44 and a mattress side 42, 46. Substantially all of the mattress side of the top exhibits relatively low friction; the occupant side of at least the top exhibits relatively higher friction.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2009Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.Inventors: Timothy Joseph Receveur, Christopher R. O'Keefe, Frederick Herman
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Patent number: 7810184Abstract: The fitted sheet system is adapted for ship bunk systems and comprises either a single flat sheet or two single sheets sewn together. The sheet includes two opposed top ends and two opposed sides. The opposed ends include hospital corners to provide a tight fit. The top sheet is sewn along a side edge of the bottom sheet and is adapted to fold over the mattress top. Four equally spaced matching slots, two on each longitudinal side, are disposed on the bottom edges of the two sides for receiving straps. Alternatively, straps are provided at the bottom of the sheet for tightening the sheet over the mattress. A pillowcase is attached to the sheet. A decorative hem displaying a logo is disposed on the fitted sheet.Type: GrantFiled: August 21, 2008Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Inventor: Kathleen McCollum
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Patent number: 7761940Abstract: In some example, an apparatus comprises a first corner component that is configured to be attached to a first corner of a bed sheet. The first corner component comprises a first bottom attachment to couple to the first cap. The apparatus includes a second corner component that is configured to be attached to a second corner of the bed sheet that is on an opposite end but same side relative to the first corner. The second corner component comprises a second bottom attachment to couple to the second.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2008Date of Patent: July 27, 2010Inventor: Cooper Hipp
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Patent number: 7757315Abstract: A mattress wrap set is disclosed, providing an easy way to cover a mattress with a sheet, and remove the sheet from the mattress. The mattress wrap set includes a wrap sheet to cover the sides of a mattress and having a top edge that is inelastic. The top edge includes four right-angled corners and is adapted to cover a periphery of the top of the mattress. The mattress wrap set further includes a top sheet to cover at least most of the top of the mattress, and a plurality of fasteners, with one fastener located at each right-angled corner to removably connect the top sheet to the wrap sheet.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2007Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Inventor: Yolanda Lopez-Rettew
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Publication number: 20100154127Abstract: The formation of wrinkles in bed sheets used on mattresses of the type having elevated side bolsters and the tendency of the sheets to come off when the mattress is articulated are reduced through the use of a fitted sheet having conforming pockets receiving the side bolsters. Stabilization of the upper sheet surface by the pockets is augmented in some embodiments through use of a stitch line placed along a seam on the inside of the pockets and/or by un-pocketed spans of the upper surface of the sheet connecting directly to an elastically retained skirt.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2009Publication date: June 24, 2010Inventors: Beau Walter, Anthony Patrick
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Publication number: 20100107336Abstract: A sofa sheet set for use with a sofa is disclosed. The sofa sheet set includes a bottom sheet that comprises a generally rectangular top portion and a peripheral side section, the side section having at a lower end thereof an embedded elastic band for capturing a plurality of sofa cushions. The sofa sheet set further includes a generally rectangular top sheet fixed at one of its long sides at a seam to one of the long sides of the bottom sheet. The top sheet is larger in length and width than the top portion of the bottom sheet. A handbag carrier is preferably included for containing and storing the bottom and top sheets in a folded configuration for convenient storage and transportation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 11, 2010Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventor: Monica Blake Ross
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Patent number: 7703156Abstract: A side cover apparatus includes an electric mat, a curtain-type side cover attached to an outer periphery of the electric mat, and a contracting portion disposed on an inner periphery of the side cover. The side cover conceals side surfaces of the electric mat and a bed mattress such that the combination of the electric mat and the bed mattress appears as if the combination is a single bed mattress.Type: GrantFiled: April 3, 2008Date of Patent: April 27, 2010Inventor: Myoung Jun Lee
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Patent number: 7698758Abstract: A fitted mattress covering for a mattress includes lower edge portions, which may be inverted J-shaped portions, mirror-image inverted J-shaped portions, portions that terminate at an end, or inverted U-shaped portions. The covering side and end portion lower edges may join one another to form a continuous lower edge of the covering. For the J-shaped portion, an elastic binding may be disposed under a downwards folded portion. The elastic binding may extend at least partially along the length of the lower edge of the covering. An elastic band may be disposed at each corner of the covering and extend diagonally across the associated corner and have opposite ends secured adjacent one of the side portions and adjacent one of the adjacent end portions, respectively. The bands may be secured in place by stitching and/or by supplementary securing means to ensure that the bands do not pull away from the covering.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2007Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Inventor: Gerald E. Wootten, Jr.
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Patent number: 7698757Abstract: A fitted sheet for a mattress comprises a rectangular panel of knit material having a central rectangular area extending from one end of said panel to the other end thereof. Side margins flank the central area, and folded under said central area and joined thereto by seams extending across each end of the central rectangular area. The sheet is characterized in that the seams at each end of said central rectangular area are arcuate.Type: GrantFiled: September 6, 2006Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Inventor: Robert J. Macdonald
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Publication number: 20100058537Abstract: A bedding system and method can minimize the time, labor and/or frustration associated with making a bed. The system includes a fitted sheet as well as a flat sheet and/or a comforter. The fitted sheet can conformingly fit around a mattress. The fitted sheet can be equipped with connectors in a foot side portion thereof. The flat sheet can include a panel attached to an inner side thereof in a foot end region. The flat sheet panel can include connectors adapted for removable attachment with at least some of the connectors on the fitted sheet. Similarly, the comforter can include a panel attached to an inner side thereof in a foot end region. The comforter panel can include connectors adapted for removable attachment with at least some of the connectors on the fitted sheet. The connectors can be any suitable structure, such as snaps.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2009Publication date: March 11, 2010Inventor: Frederick Alan Schuck
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Patent number: 7673354Abstract: A resting method and apparatus for a young child. The young child can be either a newborn, infant, or toddler. The resting apparatus will attach to a cushion such as a mattress, or other back supporting device which is generally associated with a crib or other child's sleeping environmental structure. The resting apparatus has a base sheet or cover which attaches to the cushion. On top of the base cover is attached a pouch section. The pouch section is sized to allow the child to fit comfortably within the interior of the pouch from the child's neck to the child's feet. The pouch fits securely against the outer surface area of the child. The child is laid on its back within the pouch. The arms and legs are held in longitudinal alignment within the pouch. The pouch is designed to restrain the child from overturning from its back position to a front facing position.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2006Date of Patent: March 9, 2010Inventor: Sarath Fader
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Publication number: 20100043145Abstract: The fitted sheet system is adapted for ship bunk systems and comprises either a single flat sheet or two single sheets sewn together. The sheet includes two opposed top ends and two opposed sides. The opposed ends include hospital corners to provide a tight fit. The top sheet is sewn along a side edge of the bottom sheet and is adapted to fold over the mattress top. Four equally spaced matching slots, two on each longitudinal side, are disposed on the bottom edges of the two sides for receiving straps. Alternatively, straps are provided at the bottom of the sheet for tightening the sheet over the mattress. A pillowcase is attached to the sheet. A decorative hem displaying a logo is disposed on the fitted sheet.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 21, 2008Publication date: February 25, 2010Inventor: Kathleen McCollum