EP2393398A1 - Bed sheet clasps - Google Patents
Bed sheet claspsInfo
- Publication number
- EP2393398A1 EP2393398A1 EP10738281A EP10738281A EP2393398A1 EP 2393398 A1 EP2393398 A1 EP 2393398A1 EP 10738281 A EP10738281 A EP 10738281A EP 10738281 A EP10738281 A EP 10738281A EP 2393398 A1 EP2393398 A1 EP 2393398A1
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- Prior art keywords
- bed
- clasp
- sheet
- plate
- mattress
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- Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
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Classifications
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
- A47C—CHAIRS; SOFAS; BEDS
- A47C21/00—Attachments for beds, e.g. sheet holders, bed-cover holders; Ventilating, cooling or heating means in connection with bedsteads or mattresses
- A47C21/02—Holders for loose bed elements, e.g. sheet holders; bed cover holders
- A47C21/022—Sheet holders; Bed cover holders
Definitions
- the present invention relates to bedding, in general, and, in particular to bed sheet clasps for fitting bed sheets to mattresses.
- the present invention relates to a clasp, preferably of plastic or other resilient material, attached to or integrated into the mattress, bed frame, or other portion of the bed, on or near each of the corners, to which loops coupled to a bed sheet can be removable affixed.
- the clasp permits the sheet to be stretched tightly over the mattress and retained in that position, and prevents inadvertent release of the sheet from the mattress.
- a clasp for a bed sheet including a plate, the plate defining at least two fasteners or hook elements for releasably engaging a loop on a bed sheet, and affixing means for affixing the plate to a portion of a bed.
- the affixing means affixing means includes a locking plate defining a plurality of apertures for disposing in a portion of a bed, and a plurality of integral spikes disposed on the plate of the clasp, complementary to the apertures, the plate of the clasp being couplable to the locking plate.
- the invention also provides a mattress with four corners, the mattress further including a plurality of clasps as described above, one clasp affixed to the mattress at least in proximity to each corner, each clasp including at least one fastener for engaging a loop affixed to a bed sheet and pulling the bed sheet taut across the mattress.
- a bed with four corners the bed further including a plurality of clasps as described above, one clasp affixed to a portion of the bed at least in proximity to each corner, each clasp including at least one fastener for engaging a loop affixed to a bed sheet and pulling the bed sheet taut across the bed.
- the clasps may be affixed to the mattress of the bed, or to the bed frame, or to any other portion of the bed.
- the bed is a folding bed and two of the plurality of clasps are mounted in proximity to each folding point of the bed.
- a kit for setting a bed sheet on a bed including a sheet with a plurality of loops, at least one loop in proximity to each corner of the sheet, and a plurality of clasps including at least two fasteners for releasably engaging the loops and affixing elements for affixing the clasps to a portion of the bed.
- a method for manufacturing a clasp for a bed sheet including forming a clasp plate having at least two fasteners adapted and configured to releasably engage a loop on a portion of a bed sheet, forming affixing elements for affixing the clasp to a portion of a bed, and coupling the affixing elements to the clasp plate.
- the method further includes the step of disposing a locking plate defining a plurality of apertures in a portion of a bed and the step of forming affixing elements includes forming a plurality of spikes on the clasp plate complementary to the apertures in the locking plate, the spikes being adapted and configured for locking engagement with the apertures in the locking plate.
- FIGS. Ia, Ib, Ic and Id are front perspective, rear perspective, side and detail view illustrations, respectively of a clasp for a bed sheet, constructed and operative in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention
- Figure 2 is a schematic exploded view of a clasp for a bed sheet, according to another embodiment of the invention.
- Figure 3 is a schematic illustration of a sheet or other bed linen according to one embodiment of the invention for using on a bed having a clasp according to the invention
- Figure 4 is a schematic illustration of a mattress with a clasp according to one embodiment of the invention.
- Figure 5 is a schematic illustration of a folding bed with clasps, according to one embodiment of the invention.
- Figure 6 is a schematic illustration of a baby crib with clasps, according to another embodiment of the invention.
- Figure 7 is a schematic illustration of a clasp according to a further embodiment of the invention.
- Figure 8 is a schematic illustration of a removable loop, constructed and operative according to one embodiment of the invention, for releasably affixing to conventional sheets.
- the present invention relates to a clasp, preferably of plastic or other resilient material, attached to or integrated into portion of a bed, particularly a mattress or a bed frame, on or in proximity to each of the corners, for engaging loops in the corners of a bed sheet or other bed linen, and holding the sheet taut.
- the clasp includes at least two, and preferably a plurality of hooks or fasteners adapted to releasably engage a portion of a bed sheet so as to permit engagement of the sheet at different degrees of tautness.
- the bed sheet includes a loop of elastic, ribbon or fabric sewn into the inside surface or seam (preferably in the overlock) of each corner for releasably engaging one of the hooks when the sheet is on the bed.
- clasp 10 constructed and operative in accordance with one embodiment of the invention.
- clasp 10 includes a plate 12 which has a column of fasteners 14, here illustrated as hooks or 'teeth', that either protrude minimally or not at all from the plate.
- the plate has a substantially smooth surface with indentations 16 or undercut beneath the upper section of each hook.
- the clasp may include more than one column of hooks.
- the hooks 14 are bi-directional, or include at least two hooks disposed in opposing orientations, so as to be useable also when the mattress is flipped over onto its other side.
- the fasteners 14 extend substantially parallel to plate 12. In this way, the loops on the sheet can be easily looped over the fasteners and easily removed.
- the fasteners define an acute angle relative to the plate, whereby the loops are frictionally engaged or prevented from inadvertently slipping back off of the fasteners.
- Clasp 10 further includes affixing means 20 for affixing the clasp to the mattress or bed frame.
- the clasp may be a stand alone clasp, bought in sets of four, they preferably are incorporated into the mattress or bed frame, itself.
- the side panels of conventional mattresses are cut separately from the top and bottom panels. When side handles or vents are to be added, they are attached to the side panels before these are applied to the mattress.
- the clasp of the present invention can be affixed to the corners of the side panels before they are sewn with the binding tape to form the finished mattress.
- the affixing means 20 includes a pair of posts 22 with hollow, mushroom shaped ends 24 having axial slits therethrough.
- a hole is punched through the fabric of the mattress panel and ends 24 are pushed through the holes.
- a locking ring 28 is provided around posts 22 to retain the ends 24 inside the mattress and prevent them from sliding back through the holes in the panel.
- a plug 26 is preferably inserted into mushroom shaped ends 24 from the opposite (inside) side of the fabric, causing the slit portions to open outwards, preventing them from pulling out of the locking ring.
- the fabric panel is then sewn to the other mattress panels to form the mattress.
- FIG. 2 shows a clasp 30 for a bed sheet, according to another embodiment of the invention.
- Clasp 30 includes a clasp plate 32 with a plurality of hooks or other sheet fasteners 33 and affixing means 34.
- the affixing means 34 include pointed spikes 36, affixed to or integrally formed with the clasp plate 32, and a locking plate 38.
- Locking plate 38 defines a plurality of apertures 37, complementary to the spikes 36, and is adapted to be disposed in a portion of a bed (e.g., inside the mattress or in the bed frame).
- the spikes 36 are designed to pierce the fabric panel of the un-sewn mattress (not shown), or protrude from the bed frame, and pass through apertures 37 in locking plate 38. It is a particular feature of this invention that spikes 36 lockingly engage apertures 37 in locking plate 38, thereby preventing them from being pulled back out without ruining the plate and the fabric.
- the plate 38 can be mounted inside the mattress. Then, when and if the owner of the mattress wishes to use a sheet with loops, the plate 32 can be coupled to the plate 38 by pressing the plate so that the spikes 32 pierce the fabric and fixedly engage apertures 37.
- the affixing means is an adhesive layer or glue applied to a flat plate forming the rear of the plate and to the mattress or bed frame.
- these affixing means can include, but are not limited to, sewing a sewable plastic material, heat welding, staples, rivets, or any other suitable means.
- the invention further includes a loop 40 of elastic, ribbon, thread, fabric, leather or any other suitable material, attached to or in proximity to each corner of the bed sheet 42, as shown, by way of non-limiting example only, in Figure 3.
- Figure 3 is a schematic illustration of a sheet or other bed linen according to one embodiment of the invention for use on a bed having a clasp according to the invention.
- the loop 40 may be attached at any point, preferably along a corner seam, if present, most preferably at a distance of approximately 10-15 cm from the edge of the sheet, on the 'inside' of the sheet, that is, the side contacting the mattress when the sheet is set on the mattress. It will be appreciated that more than one loop can be provided in or near each corner, to increase flexibility during use.
- the loop is hooked on one of the hooks or other sheet fasteners on the clasp, as appropriate, in order to achieve a taut and secure setting of the sheet on the mattress.
- the loops 40 are released from the fasteners or hooks to which they were coupled and the sheet can be removed from the mattress, as with conventional bed linens.
- clasps 52 are affixed at least at the corners 56 of the mattress, between the top and bottom thereof, e.g., to the side edge panels 54 of the mattress.
- one or more clasps 58 can also be affixed in the middle of the side of the mattress.
- the clasp can be affixed to areas other than the corners or the mattress.
- the clasp may be affixed to the rear of the mattress (for mattresses that are not turned over) or to the frame of a bed, behind the corner.
- These embodiments are particularly suitable for a folding bed, such as a foldable youth bed or a convertible sofa. In this case, instead of merely mounting such a clasp at the four corners of the mattress, additional clasps are placed adjacent each hinge or fold in the foldable bed.
- FIG. 5 is a schematic illustration of a folding bed 60 with clasps 62, according to one embodiment of the invention.
- a clasp 62 is affixed in proximity to each corner and to each folding point of the mattress 64 on bed 60.
- the clasps 62 retain the sheet taut across the mattress 64.
- the clasp can be affixed to the outer surface of the corners and the fold line of the mattress, or can be affixed to the bed frame 66 in proximity to the corners and in proximity to the folding points. If the clasp is to be affixed to the bed frame, the clasp can be formed of metal or other relatively rigid material.
- FIG. 6 is a schematic illustration of a mattress 70 for a baby crib with clasps 72, according to another embodiment of the invention.
- clasps 72 according to the invention are affixed to the rear surface 74 of the mattress 76 of a baby crib.
- clasps 72 can be affixed to the bottom (outside) surface (not shown) of the crib.
- the affixing means includes a strap with a buckle or ratchet closure.
- a tongue strap 80 is sewn to, or extends from, the top seam 84 of the mattress 86.
- a closure strap 90 including a buckle or one way closure 92, is affixed to or extends from the bottom seam 94 of mattress 86.
- a clasp 88 ⁇ according to any embodiment of the invention, is affixed to closure strap 90.
- Tongue strap 80 is inserted into the buckle or ratchet closure 92 of closure strap 90 and tightened to the desired degree along the corner of the mattress. This method does not require forming holes in the fabric of the mattress, itself, but still permits a taut engagement of the bed sheet on the mattress.
- the closure strap could be affixed to the bed frame, instead of to the mattress, providing increased flexibility for use. It will be appreciated that the tongue strap could, alternatively, be affixed to the bottom seam of the mattress while the closure strap was affixed to the top seam.
- the fasteners in the clasp can be rings, while the loops on the sheet can be replaced by laces or ribbons.
- the laces on the sheet will be tied to the rings on the clasp, in order to tighten the sheet on the bed, and untied, in order to remove the bed sheet for laundering.
- each "loop" 100 includes a clip 102, such as a toothed or alligator clip used with suspenders or braces, having a ring 104 attached thereto.
- the jaws 106 of the alligator clip 102 engage a piece of fabric or the corner seam of the bed sheet (not shown), and the ring 104 attached thereto can be releasably affixed to any of the fasteners on the clasp.
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Applications Claiming Priority (2)
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US15081109P | 2009-02-09 | 2009-02-09 | |
PCT/IL2010/000112 WO2010089751A1 (en) | 2009-02-09 | 2010-02-09 | Bed sheet clasps |
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EP2393398A4 EP2393398A4 (en) | 2012-12-05 |
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US5161276A (en) * | 1992-04-10 | 1992-11-10 | Hutton William B | Bed sheet attachment device for a mattress |
US5168605A (en) * | 1991-02-15 | 1992-12-08 | Russell Bartlett | Method and apparatus for securing a tarp |
US20020062522A1 (en) * | 1999-12-29 | 2002-05-30 | Deckert April K. | Crib sheet anchor |
FR2872010A1 (en) * | 2004-06-29 | 2005-12-30 | Program Sa | Covering unit e.g. cover, fixing device for use in e.g. manufacturing of seats, has knob and head placed on both sides of cloth material, and deformable tip traversing material to deform itself in knob |
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US3538521A (en) * | 1968-07-15 | 1970-11-10 | Sealy | Hospital mattress |
US3965504A (en) * | 1975-05-01 | 1976-06-29 | Phillis Ainsworth | Bedding assembly |
US4662016A (en) * | 1985-05-20 | 1987-05-05 | Patrica G. Rainey | Bedclothes retainer |
US5003655A (en) * | 1990-02-16 | 1991-04-02 | Kafai Malakeh B | Bed sheet assembly |
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US5168605A (en) * | 1991-02-15 | 1992-12-08 | Russell Bartlett | Method and apparatus for securing a tarp |
US5161276A (en) * | 1992-04-10 | 1992-11-10 | Hutton William B | Bed sheet attachment device for a mattress |
US20020062522A1 (en) * | 1999-12-29 | 2002-05-30 | Deckert April K. | Crib sheet anchor |
FR2872010A1 (en) * | 2004-06-29 | 2005-12-30 | Program Sa | Covering unit e.g. cover, fixing device for use in e.g. manufacturing of seats, has knob and head placed on both sides of cloth material, and deformable tip traversing material to deform itself in knob |
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