Abstract: An apparatus for irradiating an infant includes a frame for supporting the infant, and a source of radiation positioned below the frame and the infant. The frame includes a fully transparent section for allowing the radiation to pass therethrough to the infant.

Abstract: A bedding arrangement specifically designed for children's bunk beds, but useful in other situations where a bed is only accessible from one side, and where there is difficulty in tucking sheets under a mattress. The bedding arrangement comprises, basically, a rectangular mattress cover which can be secured to a mattress, and a rectangular insulating covering such as a blanket or bed cover attached, preferably sewn, along a rear one of its longer edges to a rear edge of the mattress cover. The arrangement also includes a sheet or liner foldable to produce two rectangular panels permanently connected along adjacent rear edges, the panels being similar in size to the mattress cover. Releasable fasteners are provided on the inwardly facing surfaces of the mattress cover and covering and which cooperate with releasable fasteners adjacent the margins of the outer surfaces of the sheet or liner panels.

Abstract: A continuous bedclothes apparatus includes a continuous bedclothes device which includes an elongated sheet and a delivery roller. The long sheet is made of disposable and recyclable material and one end of the sheet is attached to the delivery roller. The sheet is rolled on the delivery roller and has a plurality of transversal dividing lines parallelly and evenly positioned along the length of the sheet respectively. The dividing lines divide the elongated sheet into a plurality bedclothes units of same width. The continuous bedclothes device further comprises a delivery device including a housing and a pair of supporting axles. The housing has a delivery slit adapted for the delivery of the sheet via the delivery slit and the pair of supporting axles are affixed to two opposite sides of the housing so as to support the delivery roller in rotary manner and parallel to the delivery slit.

Abstract: A system for decorating the border of a bed having a box spring, the system being used with the box spring. The system includes an anchor with a substantially flat body with an upper surface and an underside surface, the underside surface having an adhesive material. At least two prongs protrude from the underside surface of the body, so that the anchor may be used to secure sections of fabric to the box spring. A section of decorative fabric that includes a substantially flat section and a ruffled section, is also used with the system, so that the prongs on the anchor may be inserted through the substantially flat section of the decorative fabric and into the box spring, and so that the adhesive material on the underside surface of the substantially flat body may adhere to the flat section of the decorative fabric.

Abstract: Synthetic foam compressed between a pattern roller and a smooth compression roller is driven against a cutting edge closely adjacent and tangent to the pattern surface but spaced from the compression roller to reproduce a three dimensional pattern roller surface on the foam sheet. Three dimensional patterns of arbitrary geometries including sharp edged, flat surfaced geometric solids can be reproduced on a foam surface.

Abstract: The invention is a polymeric frame that may fit completely under a water bed mattress or alternatively under the edge of the mattress and includes members that project at the corners of the mattress and secure a resilient member at each corner which then applies a retractive force to a device that grasps the mattress sheet and secures it in place. The water bed mattress sheet is thereby held firm and secure.

Abstract: The invention comprises a mattress cover, mattress cover skirt material and methods of making the same, wherein the skirt material has inelastic stretch in the longitudinal and cross directions and the stretch in the cross direction is considerably greater than the stretch in the longitudinal direction. The mattress cover skirt material also includes a top edge comprised of elastic yarns for providing a reinforced attachment edge and a bottom edge comprised of elastic yarns for pulling the mattress cover skirt material under mattresses.

Abstract: A bedding system is provided in which a bottom sheet and optionally a top sheet and/or draw sheet can be attached to a mattress via the agency of hook fasteners on each end of the mattress and each side of the mattress and cooperating loop fasteners on the sheets' ends and sides. In an alternate system, no loop fasteners are used and the sheets are made of a loop-like, waffle weave fabric which can be attached directly to at least part of the hook fasteners on the mattress.

Abstract: A linen securing device for securing bed linen, such as sheets, blankets and/or comforters to the mattress of a bed is disclosed. The linen securing device of the present invention comprises a strap that is mounted diagonally across the corner area of the bottom surface of a mattress in at least one corner of the mattress. The strap has an interior surface facing the bottom surface of the mattress and an exterior surface, may be elastic, at least in part, and serves to secure the corner area of a sheet against the bottom surface of the mattress. During use of the linen securing device of the present invention, a flat bed sheet is draped across the top surface of the mattress. The corner area of the sheet is gathered and is placed over the exterior surface of the strap of the linen securing device and is then tucked underneath the linen securing device strap in a "reverse tuck" position between the interior surface of the strap and the bottom surface of the mattress.

Abstract: A contour skirt for mattress pads or covers and the like is provided with a high friction inner surface to hold the pad or sheet firmly in place on a mattress. Foam material such as polyurethane may be stitched to the inner surface of the skirt in a pattern that produces "puffs" of foam that act as "treads" to grip the mattress. Alternatively, high friction polymeric material such as latex or neoprene may be bonded in strips to the inner surface of the skirt.

Abstract: A bed assembly for preventing the occurrence of bed sores on long term patients includes a bed frame which has a structural perimeter framework. An inflatable mattress has a bottom supported on the bed frame. The mattress has a top and a mattress periphery surrounding the top. A covering overlies the top of the inflatable mattress. The covering has a covering periphery. A plurality of tensioning devices are placed about the covering periphery and connected between the covering and the structural perimeter framework for holding the covering taut and smooth over the top of the inflatable mattress, and for holding down the mattress and preventing the mattress periphery from bending upwardly when a patient lies on the inflatable mattress.

Abstract: A one piece rotationally molded cot for toddlers and other individuals includes a recessed sleeping surface supported above a raised bottom wall by a plurality of upwardly extending pillars. A closed dead air space between the bottom wall and sleeping surface and an additional air space beneath the bottom wall and above the room floor provide insulation for warmth. The cots nest in stacked relation for storage in minimum space. Dollies configured for conforming engagement beneath head and foot ends of the cots include swivel casters to facilitate transportation. Accessory items for use with the cot include a foam pad receivable in a fabric pad cover, a mattress, and a sheet. Cooperating VELCRO (.TM.) fasteners secure the cover to the cot and the sheet to the mattress.

Abstract: An improved bedding anchor, which comprises a somewhat U-shaped hook with a plastic retainer strip. An end of the bed sheet or like sheet material is wrapped around the retaining strip and the retaining strip with the end of the bed sheet wrapped therearound is inserted in the U-shaped hook. An elastic strip is connected to the hook at one end and at its other end. At the other end of the strip is a retaining pad which is preferably formed of a foam-like member, and is inserted between a box springs and a mattress. Preferably, a separate bedding anchor is located at each of the corners of a bed to retain the sheet in a taut condition.

Abstract: A clamp for fastening a dust ruffle to a box spring of a bed where the box spring does not need modification for the fastening. The dust ruffle is fastened to a plurality of the clamps and is easily assembled and disassembled from the clamps for removal, cleaning, and changing of the dust ruffle.

Abstract: A device (20) for releasably securing a flexible covering such as a sheet (18) on a water-filled mattress (16) within a supporting frame (12). The releasable device (20) includes a cord gripping subassembly (22) for gripping a non-elastic cord (74) between a pair of inner and outer bodies (26, 28) under a predetermined gripping force as determined by a spring (56) urging inner body (28) against cord lengths (80, 81) of the cord (74). A loop (82) is positioned over a retainer (78) beneath the sheet (18) and drawn tight by manual pulling of a cord length (81). Then the cord (74) is anchored to bracket (24) by pulling the free end (79) of the cord (74). A cord gripping subassembly (22A) on bracket (24) similar to cord gripping subassembly (22) grips this cord (74) on bracket (24) for tightening of the cord (74) extending from cord gripping subassembly (22) and retainer (78).

Abstract: A bedding system for hospital beds comprises a mattress with releasibly connectable hook fasteners on the mattress end surfaces, a bottom sheet with releasibly connectable loop fasteners on each end, and an optional top sheet with releasibly connectable loop fasteners at the foot end and an optional draw sheet with releasibly connectable loop fasteners on each end. If the mattress is used with the draw sheet, it has releasibly connectable hook fasteners along the edge of each major surface. If the bottom sheet is to be used with the top sheet, the bottom sheet is connected so that the entire mattress head end is covered while only the top half of the mattress bottom end is covered, leaving the lower half of the hook material (on the mattress foot end) exposed and available to accept attachment of the top sheet.When utilizing conventional hospital sheets, patient movement and/or cranking up the bed contributes to wrinkled sheets and bedsores.

Abstract: A retaining system holds sheet material smooth and flat upon a mattress against the movements of a bed occupant. Opposing edges of the sheet are provided with hems for removably receiving elongate rigid slats or battens. At the midpoint of each batten is an attaching means. An aperture in each hem provides access to the attaching means. A flaccid cord or tape assembly is passed beneath the mattress. The cord is provided at its ends with connectors for connection to the attaching means on the battens. The cord is pulled taut and held under tension. This pulls the battens down along the sides of the mattress and holds the sheet smooth and taut against the mattress.

Abstract: An improved bed covering is provided for a mattress on a bedstead, which consists of an apparatus for protecting the mattress and a mechanism for retaining the protecting apparatus to the mattress on the bedstead in a wrinkle free condition. A person resting on the protecting apparatus will be more comfortable.

Abstract: A device for holding bedding neatly in place on a waterbed is disclosed. The device is designed for use with a conventional waterbed having a fluid-filled mattress supported within a frame structure which is lined with waterproof plastic liner for preventing water from leaking out of the waterbed. The device includes a fastener for gripping an edge portion of a bedsheet and a positioning component for positioning the fastener at a location below the top surface of the fluid-filled mattress between the mattress and the waterbed liner. The positioning component is secured to the waterbed's frame structure without piercing the waterproof plastic liner.

Abstract: A sheet-mattress retainer particularizing by usage, in a retaining relationship, between a sheet and the taped edge or binding along the edges of a customary mattress. The retainers, used in pairs, face each other on opposite side walls of the mattress and are readily positioned and released due to the resilient properties of such. Since no teeth form part of the finished unit, any puncturing and/or fabric damage is precluded.

Abstract: A waterbed sheet attachment system having a waterbed harness assembly formed from a plurality of straps that criss-cross each other underneath a waterbed mattress. The outer ends of these straps are secured to sheet attachment assemblies. Each of these sheet attachment assemblies have an elongated locking member and a sheet locking bracket. The harness straps also each have a length adjustment buckle near their free ends.

Abstract: A device for attaching bed sheets to a mattress. Preferably attached to the mattress during manufacture, the device includes a reinforcement such as a grommet for defining and strengthening an opening in the mattress covering material, an elongate, flexible and elastic connector, a bed sheet grip attached to the elongate connector, and a coupling interconnecting the elongate connector with the grommet. In a preferred embodiment, two grommets are mounted near a corner of a mattress, using a backing plate interconnecting the grommets, and two couplings connect the ends of the elongate connector to the mattress.

Abstract: A bed covering securement system for a waterbed mattress includes a friction strip secured to the bed covering engagement surface of the peripheral sidewall of a waterbed liner. The friction strip is of a shape and material such that the coefficient of friction between the strip and bed coverings is greater than the coefficient of friction between the liner sidewall and bed coverings.

Abstract: The present invention attaches a row of fasteners such as buttons along the foot of a mattress. Holes are also provided in associated sheets, blankets, comforters and other covers. Preferably, the fasteners are mounted on fairly long, flexible shanks so that they can pass through the holes in the layers of covers to secure and automatically align the covers relative to the mattress and to one another. The covers may be fastened to one another at the top edges thereof using fasteners such as button tracks. The foot and edge fasteners facilitate making and remaking the bed covers. Also, the fasteners and holes may be formed in a standardized configuration and spacing to provide upward and downward compatibility among different mattress sizes.

Abstract: A gripping device for securing a covering to an upholstered bead is described. The device is a rigid elongated member having a longitudinal hollowed out portion with an internal constriction so that when the bead and covering are received therein the construction will wedge the same against the internal walls of said device.

Abstract: An improved bedding anchor comprising a first member having a generally T-shaped slot formed therein to receive a portion of the edge of a sheet, a cylindrical retaining member, an anchor member engageable with a fixed portion of the bed, and elastic means securing said first member to said anchor member.

Abstract: Bedclothes with fasteners to hold them in place on a bed and maintain a neat appearance of the bed. The bedclothes comprises casings which slip over the foot and head of the bed. A top surface of the bedclothes attached to the casing with a fastener such as Velcro. Optionally the casings and top surface of the bedclothes may be formed as an integral piece. The bed clothes are suitable for use as sheets, bedspreads and dust ruffles. The bedclothes with the separate casings may be removed for washing without removing the casings.

Abstract: A crib blanket holder which includes a pair of opposed rigid lever arms, a fulcrum means affixed to the lever arms to provide for pivoting of the latter, the fulcrum means dividing the arms into jaws and handle regions, a pair of opposed crib post recesses in each of the lever arms so as to receive adjacent crib posts therein when the arms are disposed horizontally, and biasing means for biasing the arms so as to close the jaws together. The arms are movable in response to force manually applied to the handle regions to open the jaws and receive a blanket edge therebetween and cause the jaws to close on and clamp the blanket edge when the force is removed.

Abstract: A device (4) for holding any number or combination of bedclothes in a fixed position on a bed which comprises three component parts all positioned entirely under the uppermost cushioned structure of the bed: a) an anchor member (8) having a plurality of cooperable fastening means (15) disposed generally at peripheral points on it, the fastening means (15) counter poised against one another, b) a plurality of elasticized retaining members (7) having length adjusting mechanism (22) and cooperable fastening means (16) to those on the anchoring member, and c) a plurality of clamps (24) having pivotally connected gripping segments (25 and 26), a closure forcing element (27) and cooperably insertable associated independent coupling elements (37), said clamps connected to the retaining members.

Abstract: A gripper device for holding a flexible flat sheet around an elongated form such as a cord, rope, protruding edge or the like. The device is formed in the preferred embodiment with an inner hinged gripper which is positioned around the elongated form such as a protruding edge on a bed mattress. An outer clamp is formed in a C-shaped configuration and slides over the inner hinged gripper. To apply a force or pressure on the gripper, a tapered surface is formed on the outer side of the inner gripper and on the inner side of the outer C-shaped clamp.

Abstract: A system for securing a bed sheet to a waterbed is shown. The system consists of eight hook-shaped brackets and a flat sheet having resilient loops provided at its corners. A pair of the brackets are provided at each adjacent corners of the bed frame of the waterbed and positioned just above the mattress and below the rail caps. The sheet can be quickly and easily secured to the brackets by pushing the resilient loops of the sheet towards the bed frame corners until they engage with the associated brackets to secure the sheet in place over the mattress. The sheet is retained in place and it is independent of any inherent movements in the mattress during use.

Abstract: A device for securing detachably a filtering sheet to an air bed, which includes a bed body, having an upper peripheral edge defining an opening, and a number of fine solid particles contained in the bed body, has a flange secured to the upper peripheral edge of the bed body, a hook tape secured to an upper surface of the flange, a loop tape secured to a lower surface of a periphery of the filtering sheet, and a cover resiliently clamped on the flange. The filtering sheet can be firmly secured in an airtight manner to the flange in an easily removable manner by engagement between the hook tape and the loop tape.

Abstract: A method of making up water beds is disclosed wherein a standard size bottom sheet is first placed across the mattress and overhangs the sides of the water bed. A rod or pole having a length, e.g., six feet, slightly less than the length of the mattress is then placed over the sheet at one edge of the bed and then pressed between the mattress and the water bed frame to draw the sheet downward between the mattress and the frame. The rod or pole is pressed downward to the bottom of the water bed frame where the sidewise pressure of the mattress causes the mattress to overlie the pole and edge of the sheet to positively hold the edge of the sheet in place. A second rod or pole of like size is then placed over the sheet at the opposite edge of the bed and pressed between the mattress and the water bed frame to draw the sheet downward between the mattress and the frame.

Abstract: A fitted top and bottom bedsheet combination is disclosed usable extending about a mattress to facilitate securement of the top sheet with respect to the mattress. The bedsheet combination includes a bottom bedsheet and a top bedsheet wherein the bottom bedsheet is fitted having a bottom main section and a first lateral bottom section and a second lateral bottom section and a head bottom section as well as a foot bottom section. Mattress securement means extend along a portion of the lowermost edge thereof to facilitate securement with respect to the mattress. The top bedsheet extends over the bottom bedsheet and is detachably secured adjacent the foot bottom section thereof, preferaby by Velcro. The top bedsheet further includes a first lateral top section extending downwardly on one side of the bed and a second top section extending downwardly on the other side of the bed.

Abstract: A fitted sheet having a top panel and side and end panels for covering the top, sides and ends of the mattress. A one-piece elastic band of generally cylindrical cross-section has end portions attached by band end anchors to one end panel of the fitted sheet, and the band is slidably connected intermediate its ends by intermediate band connectors to opposite side panels of the sheet in a manner such that an intermediate section of the band extends between the side panels of the sheet generally parallel to the end panel and corner sections of the band extend generally diagonally from the intermediate band sections to the end panel. The intermediate band connectors are arranged to allow sliding of the band to substantially equalize the tension of the corner band sections with the intermediate band section of the elastic band.

Abstract: A composite bottom sheet or crib sheet comprises a first moisture proof panel overlying the mattress with a surface comfortable for a user and a second panel subjacent the first panel and extending under the mattress during use. Hook and loop fasteners intermesh on top of the mattress to connect the two panels and permit removal of the moisture proof panel when soiled.

Abstract: The present invention entails a mattress and mattress support set specifically adapted to enable a bed sheet to be quickly and easily attached to the underside of the mattress. In particular, the underside of the mattress is provided with a plurality of spaced fasteners that are adapted to be connected to cooperating fasteners secured to the bed sheet. Easy access is provided to the fasteners stationed to the underside of the mattress by the provision of a series of recesses formed around the side wall structure of the mattress support.

Abstract: A device for securing detachably a filtering sheet to an air bed which includes a bed body having an upper peripheral edge defining an opening and a number of fine solid particles contained in the bed body, has a flange secured to the upper peripheral edge of the bed body, a hook tape secured to an upper surface of the flange, a loop tape secured to a lower surface of a periphery of the filtering sheet, and a cover resiliently clamped on the flange. The filtering sheet can be firmly secured in an airtight manner to the flange in an easily removable manner by engagement between the hook tape and the loop tape.

Abstract: A resilient corner bed clothes holder having a base member and a plurality of spaced apart upright head members of semi- closed "C" shape adapted to receive and hold the attachment of the bottom bed clothes; the said resilient holder is positioned with its base member inserted under the corner of a water filled mattress and its plurality of head members evenly astride the adjacent sides of the same corner; the transmission of equal unidirectional hydraulic forces throughout the water filled mattress balloon its and urge and envelopment of the said resilient corner bed clothes holder and yieldably anchor the bottom bed clothes on the water filled mattress.

Abstract: A sheet securing assembly for use in releasably maintaining in extended condition over the mattress of a rectangular bed the bedsheet and mattress cover of that bed. The securing assembly comprises four straps, each mounted to one corresponding corner of the mattress. Each strap includes an elongated body. A first hook and loop fastener is positioned under the mattress to releasably anchor the strap to box mattress. A second hook and loop fastener releasably anchors the strap to the bedsheet. A third hook and loop fastener releasably anchors the strap to the mattress cover. Each strap is characterized in that they are easily released from above the bed, enabling effortless disengagement of the hook and loop fasteners without having to lift the mattress spacedly above the box mattress. The present invention is particularly effective for waterbeds.

Abstract: A grasping system (18) for use on contoured sheets (14) to keep sheets tucked and tight under mattress (10). The system comprises two independent terry elastic straps (20) having a nylon insert clip (22) attached to each end and an adjustable slide (24) on each front end (26) of the straps (20). Both straps (20) crisscross along bottom surface portion of the mattress (10).

Abstract: An improved bed skirt assembly including a plurality of laterally spaced apart brackets coupled to the bottom of a box spring frame of a bed. The assembly also including rods placed into and supported by the brackets to accommodate prepared yard good material having a casing at the top end. The yard good material is shirred to enable the user to create a ruffled bed skirt using a minimum of sewing effort and without removal of the mattress from the bed during installing and removing of the yard good material.

Abstract: A combination beach towel and chair cover comprises a rectangular fabric towel having a first elastic strap at one end and a pair of elastic straps attached angularly at the second end of the towel. The towel may be mounted on an end of the chair by the first strap encircling the end of the chair and the pair of elastic straps encircling a second end of the chair.

Abstract: A novel fitted sheet and a novel rigid fixture for holding a corner of the novel sheet in place on a rectangular waterbed mattress. A fixture is positioned adjacent each corner of the mattress with a base portion under the mattress, an upstanding corner portion having a back side against the corner of the mattress and a face side having a fastener member attached thereto, and a spacing portion spacing the face side from the corner of the frame that holds the waterbed mattress. The novel fitted sheet has a mating fastener member on the inside surface of each of its corners. In combination, the novel sheet fits over the mattress and the corner portions of the four (4) fixtures with the fastener members fastened together, holding the novel sheet in place. Because the corners of the mattress are spaced away from the frame, the mattress does not have to be lifted or otherwise manipulated to position the sheet on, or remove the sheet from, the mattress.

Abstract: A first embodiment of a bedding attachment device includes a strip of hook fastening material which is attachable to a bed frame and a further strip of loop fastening material which is selectively attachable to the bedding. Garter-like fastening straps are fixedly secured to the loop strip, and these straps are attached to the bedding at selected positions. The bedding may then be stretched over the mattress until the hook and loop fastening strips are engaged. A second embodiment makes use of the hook and loop fastening straps; however, the garter-like straps are replaced by a rigid plastic clamp which may be snap fitted over the bedding.

Abstract: A device for retaining sheets about the edge of a mattress is adapted to be placed between the mattress and a support surface with a portion of the sheet received in a channel-like recess of the retainer and held therein to restrict undesired withdrawal of the sheet therefrom. The retainer has a flat shank portion and a downwardly directed lip at one end thereof with the lip defining a recess for receiving a portion of the sheet therebehind. In a modified structure the sheet retainer includes a first and second member which are movable from a sheet retaining position to a non-sheet retaining position to facilitate insertion of a sheet therewithin. The members define a channel recess which receives a portion of the other member, with the members cooperating to restrict inadvertent withdrawal of the sheet from the retainer when received in the device.

Abstract: An improved dust ruffle which can be placed on the bedding without first removing the bedding mattress from the box spring. The dust ruffle has interlining strips which are tucked between the mattress and box spring around the perimeter of the bed. The inside edge of the interlining has a relatively inelastic tape sewn to it which is used for straightening the dust ruffle by exerting tension on it. Pull loops may be provided attached to the tape at the inside corners of the interlining to facilitate tensioning of the tape for straightening. The ends of the tape may be tied together using a knot or by crossing the ends and securing them by snap type fasteners or other fasteners.

Abstract: A retaining device for sheet materials such as bed sheets, etc. which comprises a pair of flat panels hinged together to form an elongated member with a pair of sections foldable over each other, one of said sections having a slot formed therein to receive corner or other portions of said sheet materials to be threaded therethrough and the other of said segments having a lip portion for engagement with said threaded sheet portions whereby said threaded portion is clamped therebetween. Said device is designed to be positioned beneath a bed mattress or other cushioning means to retain said segments in clamping position with respect to said corner or threaded portion.

Abstract: A lounge chair with a beach mat resting upon the lounge chair in which the beach mat has a flap at one end which extends for a distance of 1/5 to 1/6 of the length of the beach mat and which accommodates the end of the back of the lounge chair to secure the beach mat on the lounge chair. The mat may be removed from the lounge chair and folded on the side of the flap four or five times to provide a flat roll, and folded one additional time to place the mat in the flap. The flap may thereafter be folded along the longitudinal axis of the mat and fasteners are provided to secure the mat in folded position, thus exposing the open end of the flap to receive articles.

Abstract: A device for attaching flat bed sheets and other bed covers to a waterbed and for retaining them neatly in a desired position atop the mattress of a waterbed includes a fastener including a slot and stud combination, attached to an elastic connector extending from the fastener to a retainer portion of relatively stiff construction and extending parallel with the bottom of the waterbed, beneath the mattress thereof. The retainer may include openings therethrough, or in another embodiment may include suction cups for gripping the lower surface of the mattress.