GB2609560A - Cover for a pillow - Google Patents

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GB2609560A
GB2609560A GB2211953.1A GB202211953A GB2609560A GB 2609560 A GB2609560 A GB 2609560A GB 202211953 A GB202211953 A GB 202211953A GB 2609560 A GB2609560 A GB 2609560A
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G9/00—Bed-covers; Counterpanes; Travelling rugs; Sleeping rugs; Sleeping bags; Pillows
    • A47G9/02—Bed linen; Blankets; Counterpanes
    • A47G9/0238—Bed linen
    • A47G9/0253—Pillow slips
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47G—HOUSEHOLD OR TABLE EQUIPMENT
    • A47G9/00—Bed-covers; Counterpanes; Travelling rugs; Sleeping rugs; Sleeping bags; Pillows
    • A47G9/10—Pillows
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61G—TRANSPORT, PERSONAL CONVEYANCES, OR ACCOMMODATION SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PATIENTS OR DISABLED PERSONS; OPERATING TABLES OR CHAIRS; CHAIRS FOR DENTISTRY; FUNERAL DEVICES
    • A61G13/00—Operating tables; Auxiliary appliances therefor
    • A61G13/10—Parts, details or accessories
    • A61G13/12—Rests specially adapted therefor; Arrangements of patient-supporting surfaces
    • A61G13/1205—Rests specially adapted therefor; Arrangements of patient-supporting surfaces for specific parts of the body
    • A61G13/121—Head or neck
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61—MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61G—TRANSPORT, PERSONAL CONVEYANCES, OR ACCOMMODATION SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR PATIENTS OR DISABLED PERSONS; OPERATING TABLES OR CHAIRS; CHAIRS FOR DENTISTRY; FUNERAL DEVICES
    • A61G7/00—Beds specially adapted for nursing; Devices for lifting patients or disabled persons
    • A61G7/05—Parts, details or accessories of beds
    • A61G7/065—Rests specially adapted therefor
    • A61G7/07—Rests specially adapted therefor for the head or torso, e.g. special back-rests
    • A61G7/072—Rests specially adapted therefor for the head or torso, e.g. special back-rests for the head only

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Abstract

A cover for an apertured pillow 100 comprises a first planar sheet 102 comprising a first aperture 104, a second planar sheet 106 and a sleeve 108 to connect the first planar sheet to the second planar sheet. The sleeve is connected to the first planar sheet around the periphery of the first aperture and a securing means comprises a zip fastener to connect the first and second planar sheets substantially around the whole perimeter of the cover. Preferably the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture 208 and the sleeve is connected to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture. A third planar sheet (218, Fig 2B) may be connected to the second planar sheet at a first side and a second side and may include a third aperture. The sleeve may be releasably connected at one end to a collar (320, FIG 3A) of the second planar sheet and is fixedly attached at an opposite end to the first planar sheet. One end of the sleeve may comprise male parts of press studs (316, Fig 3A), and the collar female parts of press studs (318, Fig 3A).

Description

COVER FOR A PILLOW
The present invention relates to covers for pillows, and in particular to a cover suitable for use with an apertured pillow.
Currently, pillows comprising a substantially central aperture are available as a treatment aid for individuals suffering from a variety of medical conditions affecting the head, but particularly for conditions affecting the ear.
Conditions such as chrondrodermatitis nodularis helicis (CNH), which causes painful inflammation of the outer ear, can often cause affected individuals to have difficulty sleeping. The use of conventional, non-apertured pillows may irritate the inflamed skin, which in turn may exacerbate the condition. Therefore, one treatment option is to use a pillow with an aperture in order to reduce pressure on the ear.
Additionally, conditions such as otitis media (infection of the middle ear) and infections at the site of ear piercings may be caused by bacteria or viruses. An individual suffering from one of these conditions may benefit from using an apertured pillow. However, the existing pillow cases suitable for use with apertured pillows generally consist of a standard pillowcase modified to include an aperture in one of the panels. Whilst these pillow covers are somewhat effective, they do not prevent the accumulation of pathogens on the apertured pillow itself, since the aperture in the pillow cover exposes the surface of the pillow to the user.
Whilst many ear conditions are not in themselves contagious, in many cases the underlying cause of such conditions are due to other viral or bacterial infections which may be contagious. Therefore, it is preferable to minimise the transmission of these pathogens, in order to prevent worsening of symptoms or re-occurrence of the ear condition. For the existing combination of apertured pillows and pillow covers, it would be necessary to frequently wash and/or disinfect both the pillow cover and the pillow itself, which is often inconvenient for the user.
The present invention provides a pillow cover that covers the entire surface of the apertured pillow, particularly the surface of the pillow that defines the aperture, which ensures that the pillow itself does not come into direct contact with the user, thus preventing pathogenic organisms from collecting on the surface. In this arrangement, only the surface of the pillow cover directly contacts the user. The pillow cover may be easily detached from the pillow so that it may be washed as often as necessary, or replaced by another clean pillow cover.
In addition, many ear conditions involve the discharge of fluid through perforations in the tympanic membrane, although this discharge is often colourless and odourless. In more serious conditions such as mastoidifis and cholesteatoma, the discharge may be more noticeable and may cause a foul odour.
Again, by providing a pillow cover that covers the entirety of the surface of the apertured pillow, but particularly the surface defined by the pillow aperture, which comes into contact with the user most frequently, the present invention ensures that any discharge due to ear conditions is restricted to the pillow cover, which may be detached from the pillow for washing and/or disinfection.
In hospital environments, where rigorous infection control standards are applied, providing a pillow cover that covers the entire surface of a pillow is particularly important. For an individual who suffers from an ear condition such as those listed above, who is likely to benefit from using an apertured pillow, the ability to provide a pillow cover which covers the surface defined by the pillow's aperture is important when ensuring that infection control standards are satisfied.
The present invention may also be used in conjunction with a wipeable polyurethane or polypropylene apertured pillow, which are commonly used in hospitals. The pillow cover may be easily detached from the apertured pillow to be washed and/or replaced by another pillow cover, and the wipeable pillow itself may not require frequent cleaning as a result.
In accordance with the present invention, a cover suitable for an apertured pillow comprises: a first planar sheet comprising a first aperture; a second planar sheet; and a sleeve configured to connect the first planar sheet to the second planar sheet, wherein the sleeve is connected to the first planar sheet around the periphery of the first aperture.
The cover of the present invention ensures that the surface of the aperture of an apertured pillow is completely enclosed, so that the user does not directly contact the surface of the pillow.
Preferably, at least one of the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow.
Preferably, the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap.
Alternatively, the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and second planar sheet around substantially the whole perimeter of the cover.
Preferably, the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, and wherein the sleeve is connected to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture.
Preferably, the cover further comprises: a second aperture within the second planar sheet; a third planar sheet, connected to the second planar sheet at a first side and a second side; Further preferably, the first planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow; and, optionally, the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap; or the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or the securing means comprises at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or the securing means comprises a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.
Further preferably, wherein the third planar sheet comprises a third aperture.
Alternatively, the sleeve is releasably connected at one end to a collar of the second planar sheet and is fixedly attached at an opposite end to the first planar sheet.
Preferably, one end of the sleeve comprises a plurality of male parts of press studs, and the collar comprises a plurality of female parts of press studs.
Preferably, the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, wherein the collar is attached to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture.
Preferably, the second planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow; and, optionally, the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap; or the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or the securing means comprises at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or the securing means comprises a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.
By way of example only, specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1A is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a cover in accordance with the present invention.
Figure 1B is a perspective view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a first configuration.
Figure 1C is a perspective view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a second configuration.
Figure 1D is a perspective view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a third configuration.
Figure lE is a side view of the cover of Figure 1A.
Figure 1F is a side view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a first configuration.
Figure 1G is a side view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a second configuration.
Figure 1H is a side view of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a third configuration.
Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a second configuration.
Figure 1J is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover of Figure 1A and an apertured pillow in a third configuration.
Figure 1K is a perspective view of an alternative arrangement of the cover of Figure 1A.
Figure 2A is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a cover in accordance with the present invention.
Figure 2B is an exploded view of a second embodiment of a cover (showing a complementary apertured pillow) in accordance with the present invention.
Figure 2C is a perspective view of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a first configuration.
Figure 2D is a perspective view of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a second configuration.
Figure 2E is a side view of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a second configuration.
Figure 2F is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 28 in a second configuration.
Figure 2G is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a third configuration.
Figure 2H is a cross-sectional view from the side the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a final configuration.
Figure 21 is a perspective view of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 2B in a final configuration.
Figure 3A is an exploded view of a third embodiment of a cover (showing a complementary apertured pillow) in accordance with the present invention.
Figure 3B is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 3A in a first configuration.
Figure 30 is a cross-sectional view from the side of the cover and apertured pillow of Figure 3A in a final configuration.
Referring firstly to Figure 1A, the cover 100 is formed from a cotton material and comprises a first planar sheet 102 comprising a first aperture 104, and a second planar sheet 106.
The first planar sheet 102 is connected to the second planar sheet 106 by a tubular sleeve 108, comprising a first end 110 and a second end 112.
The first end 110 of tubular sleeve 108 is attached to the first planar sheet 102 around the periphery of the first aperture 104. The second end 112 of the tubular sleeve 108 is attached to the surface of the second planar sheet 106.
The first planar sheet 102 additionally comprises two flaps 114a and 114b, one at each end of the sheet 102. Likewise, the second planar sheet 106 comprises two flaps 116a and 116b, one at each end of the sheet 106.
Figures 1B -1J show how the cover 100 may be coupled to an apertured pillow 118.
Figure 1B shows the cover 100 and the apertured pillow 118 in a first configuration, in which the pillow 118 is placed directly above the first and second sheets 102, 106 of the cover 100, wherein the flaps 114a, 114b of the first planar sheet 102 are engaged with the opposite ends of the pillow 118. In this configuration, the second planar sheet 106 is fully enclosed between the first planar sheet 102 and the surface of the apertured pillow 118.
Figure 1C shows the cover 100 and the apertured pillow 118 in a second configuration, wherein the second planar sheet 106 and the tubular sleeve 108 are passed through the aperture of the apertured pillow 118.
Figure 1D shows the cover 100 and the apertured pillow 118 in a third configuration, wherein the flaps 116a, 116b of the second planar sheet 106 are engaged with opposite ends of the pillow 118. The flaps 116a, 116b of the second planar sheet 106 are placed over the flaps 114a, 114b of the first planar sheet 102 to secure the cover 100 to the pillow 118.
Figures 1B -1J show a cover 100 in which the flaps 114a, 114b of the first planar sheet 102 and the flaps 116a, 116b of the second planar sheet 106 are configured to engage two ends of the pillow 118. It is also envisaged that the flaps of the first and second planar sheets could be configured as shown in Figure 1K, with the first panel comprising flaps extending perpendicularly to the flaps of the second panel, which would enable the outer surface of the pillow 118 to be enclosed completely within the cover 100.
Alternatively, it is envisaged that the first planar sheet 102 may be formed without flaps 114a, 114b, and the cover 100 may be secured to the pillow 118 solely by the flaps 116a, 116b of the second planar sheet, or vice versa.
It is also envisaged that the second planar sheet 106 may comprise a second aperture (not shown herein). In this alternative arrangement, the tubular sleeve 108 may be connected to the first planar sheet 102 around the periphery of the first aperture 104 and to the second planar sheet 106 around the periphery of the second aperture.
Figures 2A -21 show a second embodiment of a cover 200 suitable for an apertured pillow.
The cover 200 comprises a first planar sheet 202 comprising a first aperture 204, and a second planar sheet 206 comprising a second aperture 208. The first planar sheet 202 is connected to the second planar sheet 206 by a tubular sleeve 210, comprising a first end 212 and a second end 214 The first end 212 of tubular sleeve 210 is attached to the first planar sheet 202 around the periphery of the first aperture 204. The second end 214 of the tubular sleeve 210 is attached to the second planar sheet 206 around the periphery of the second aperture 208.
The first planar sheet 202 comprises two flaps 216a and 216b, one at each end of the sheet 202, wherein the flaps 216a and 216b are configured to engage two opposite ends of the pillow 118.
Figure 2A also shows a third planar sheet 218, which is connected to the second planar sheet 206 along a first side 220a and a second side 220b.
The exploded view of Figure 2B is intended to show the arrangement of the cover 200 relative to the pillow 118. In this arrangement, the first aperture 204 of the first planar sheet 202 is directly aligned with the aperture 120 of the pillow 118 and the second aperture 208 of the second planar sheet 206, forming a channel extending from the first planar sheet 202 to the second planar sheet 206.
Figures 20-2H show how the cover 200 may be coupled to an apertured pillow 118.
Figure 20 shows the pillow 118 positioned between the second planar sheet 206 and the third planar sheet 218, so that the aperture 120 of the pillow 118 is aligned directly with the second aperture of the second planar sheet 206. In this first configuration, the sleeve 210 and the first planar sheet 202 are directly beneath the second planar sheet 206 of the cover 200.
In order to securely couple the cover 200 to the pillow 118, the first planar sheet 202 is passed through the first aperture 204 and into the interior of the sleeve 210. The first planar sheet 202 and the sleeve 210 are then pushed through the second aperture 208, the aperture 120 of the pillow 118 and a third aperture 222 of the third planar sheet 218, so that the cover 200 and the pillow 118 are in the second configuration shown in Figures 2D -2F.
As shown in Figure 2G, the cover 200 and the pillow 118 are placed in a third configuration by passing the first planar sheet 202 back through the third aperture 222 of the third planar sheet 218, so that the first planar sheet 202 is positioned in the space between the third planar sheet 218 and the pillow 118.
Finally, the cover 200 and the pillow 118 are placed in the final configuration by passing the flaps 216a, 216b over each corresponding end of the pillow 118 to securely couple the cover 200 to the pillow.
As shown in Figure 21, in the final configuration the cover 200 is securely coupled to the pillow 118 so that the entirety of the surface of the pillow 118 is enclosed within the cover 100.
It is envisaged that the third planar sheet 218 may be formed without the aperture 222, if desired. In this case, the cover 200 may be secured in position over the pillow 118 by moving the cover from the first configuration (as shown in Figure 2C) directly to the third configuration (as shown in Figure 2G) It is also envisaged that further flaps could be included on the second planar sheet and/or the third planar sheet as required, in order to provide a more secure attachment to the pillow.
Figures 3A -3C show a third embodiment of a cover 300 suitable for an apertured pillow.
The cover 300 comprises a first planar sheet 302 comprising a first aperture 304 and a second planar sheet 306 comprising a second aperture 308. The first planar sheet 302 is connected to the second planar sheet 306 by a tubular sleeve 310, comprising a fixed end 312 and a releasably engageable end 314.
The fixed end 312 of tubular sleeve 310 is attached to the first planar sheet 302 around the periphery of the first aperture 304. The releasably engageable end 314 of the tubular sleeve 310 is attached around the periphery of the second planar sheet 306. The sleeve 310 is releasably engageable with respect to the second planar sheet 306 via a plurality of press studs spaced at substantially equal distances around the circumference of the end 314 of the sleeve 310.
The sleeve 310 comprises a plurality of male parts 316 of the press studs and the second planar sheet 306 comprises a plurality of corresponding female parts 318 of the press studs.
The male parts 316 of the press studs are positioned on the exterior surface of the end 314 of the sleeve 310 and the corresponding female parts 318 of the press studs are positioned on an interior surface of a collar 320, which is attached to the periphery of the aperture 308 of the second planar sheet 306.
Figure 3B shows a side view in cross-section of the cover 300 and the pillow 118 in a first configuration, wherein the sleeve 310 is positioned within the aperture 120 of the pillow 118, with the male parts 316 of the press studs located on the end 314 of the sleeve disengaged from the female parts 318 of the press studs located on the collar 320 of the second planar sheet 306.
To connect the cover 300 to the pillow 118, the releasably engageable end 314 of the sleeve 310 is positioned inside the collar 320, so that the plurality of male parts 316 of the press studs on the exterior surface of the sleeve 310 are aligned directly opposite the plurality of female parts 318 of the press studs on the interior surface of the collar 320. The plurality of male parts 316 and the plurality of female parts 316 of the press studs are pushed together into a locking configuration, as shown in Figure 30.
In this embodiment, the first planar sheet 302 is connected to the second planar sheet 306 around three sides 322a-322c. The second planar sheet 306 additionally comprises a flap 324, which is configured to engage one end of the pillow 118, in order to securely couple the cover 300 to the pillow 118 in the final configuration shown in Figure 3C. This configuration ensures that the entirety of the surface of the pillow 118 is enclosed within the cover 300.
It is envisaged that the second planar sheet 306 may be formed without an aperture 308. In this case, the collar 320 may be attached to the lower surface of the second planar sheet 306.
It is envisaged that various modifications could be made to the covers described herein.
The covers described herein are preferably formed from cotton material, although they may alternatively be formed from nylon, linen, silk, rayon, or any other suitable material, or a combination thereof.
The second embodiment of the cover 200 described herein comprises a first planar sheet 202 and a second planar sheet 206 connected along two sides 220a, 220b. It is also envisaged that the first and second planar sheets could additionally be connected at a third side. In this alternative arrangement, it is envisaged that the first planar sheet 202 may require a single flap to ensure that the pillow 118 is fully enclosed within the cover 200.
The securing flaps of the first, second and third embodiments of the cover are preferably formed from the same material as the rest of the cover, wherein the flaps are dimensioned to ensure that the pillow 118 is tightly secured within the cover. As an alternative, the flaps may be elasticated in order to provide a secure fit when engaging the pillow 118 within the flaps.
As a further alternative, it is envisaged that the securing flaps of the first, second and third embodiments could be wholly replaced by elasticated securing straps, which are configured to releasably engage the ends of the pillow.
Additionally, it is envisaged that the flaps may be replaced by a series of releasably engageable press studs, which are configured to connect the first planar sheet to the second planar sheet, providing a secure fit that holds the pillow in the correct position. In this alternative, the first planar sleeve comprises a plurality of male parts of the press studs which are configured to connect to a plurality of female parts of the press studs that are complementarily located on the second planar sleeve. In place of press studs, it is also envisaged that buttons, zips, hook-and-loop fasteners, or any other suitable attachment means could be used.
Similarly, in relation to the releasably engageable sleeve 308 of the third embodiment, it is envisaged that the releasably engageable press studs could be replaced by a plurality of buttons, zips or hook-and-loop fasteners, in order to releasably connect the end 312 of the sleeve 308 to the second planar sheet 306.
It is also envisaged that the circular apertures described herein in relation to the embodiments of the cover could be replaced by apertures of different shapes, in order to ensure correct alignment with pillows comprising differently shaped apertures. For example, the cover could include a rectangular aperture, a triangular aperture, an elliptical aperture, or any other suitable shape as required, in order to securely fit to a pillow with a correspondingly shaped aperture. Additionally, the cover may be altered so that the apertures are positioned off-centre, in order to ensure correct alignment with various alternative pillows.
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A cover suitable for an apertured pillow, comprising: a first planar sheet comprising a first aperture; a second planar sheet; and a sleeve configured to connect the first planar sheet to the second planar sheet, wherein the sleeve is connected to the first planar sheet around the periphery of the first aperture.
B. A cover as in statement A, wherein at least one of the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow.
C. A cover as in statement B, wherein the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap.
D. A cover as in statement B, wherein the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and second planar sheet around substantially the whole perimeter of the cover.
E. A cover as in any of the preceding statements, wherein the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, and wherein the sleeve is connected to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture.
A cover as in statement A, further comprising:
a second aperture within the second planar sheet; a third planar sheet, connected to the second planar sheet at a first side and a second side; G. A cover as in statement F, wherein the first planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow; and, optionally, wherein the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap; or wherein the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.
H. A cover as in statements F or G, wherein the third planar sheet comprises a third aperture.
A cover as in statement A, wherein the sleeve is releasably connected at one end to a collar of the second planar sheet and is fixedly attached at an opposite end to the first planar sheet.
J. A cover as in statement I, wherein one end of the sleeve comprises a plurality of male parts of press studs, and the collar comprises a plurality of female parts of press studs.
K. A cover as in statement I or J, wherein the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, wherein the collar is attached to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture L. A cover as in any of statements Ito K, wherein the second planar sheet comprises securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow; and, optionally, wherein the securing means comprises at least one of a flap or elasticated strap; or wherein the securing means comprises at least one part of a press stud located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage at least one opposite part of a press stud located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises at least one button located on the first planar sheet, configured to engage a corresponding button hole located on the second planar sheet; or wherein the securing means comprises a zip fastener, configured to connect the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet.

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  1. CLAIMS1. A cover suitable for an a pertured pillow, comprising: a first planar sheet comprising a first aperture; a second planar sheet; and a sleeve configured to connectthe first planar sheet to the second planar sheet, wherein the sleeve is connected to the first planar sheet around the periphery of the first aperture; and securing means suitable for securing the cover to an apertured pillow, wherein the securing means comprises a zip fastener configured to connect the first planar sheet and the second planar sheet around substantially the whole perimeter of the cover.
  2. 2. A cover as claimed in any of the preceding claims, wherein the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, and wherein the sleeve is connected to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture.
  3. 3. A cover as claimed in claim 1, further comprising: a second aperture within the second planar sheet a third planar sheet connected to the second planar sheet at a first side and a second side;
  4. 4. A cover as claimed in claim 3, wherein the third planar sheet comprises a third aperture.
  5. 5. A cover as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sleeve is releasably connected at one end to a collar of the second planar sheet and is fixedly attached at an opposite end to the first planar sheet.
  6. 6. A cover as claimed in claim 5, wherein one end of the sleeve comprises a plurality of male parts of press studs, and the collar comprises a plurality of female parts of press studs.
  7. 7. A cover as claimed in claim 5 or claim 6, wherein the second planar sheet comprises a second aperture, wherein the collar is attached to the second planar sheet around the periphery of the second aperture.
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