JP3171674U - mat - Google Patents

Abstract

An absorbent mat having a structure excellent in water absorption capacity, flexibility, and comfort is provided. The plurality of layers includes at least one absorption layer and at least one layer made of a material treated with a silver colloid or a silver ion-containing material for suppressing the activity of microorganisms. And forming an absorbent mat. Preferably, the mat includes two absorbent layers, and includes a first absorbent layer that functions as an upper surface layer, and a second absorbent layer 14 that is adaptable to the shape or weight of an object placed on the mat. In addition, the mat further includes a lower surface layer 18 that reduces sliding characteristics. [Selection] Figure 2

Description

  The present invention relates to a mat.

  Mats used in humid places such as bathrooms or toilets are generally made from materials that can absorb water. It is known that such materials, once wet, are in a state of microbial activity that allows germs such as bacteria, fungi and fungi to propagate.

  Also, it appears that currently marketed mats tend to have only one superior characteristic. For example, some mats may have an excellent anti-slip lining but may not have high comfort or water absorption.

  The present invention seeks to overcome at least some of the aforementioned disadvantages of known mats.

  According to one aspect of the present invention, it includes a plurality of layers, and the plurality of layers include at least one absorption layer and at least a material treated with a silver colloid or a silver ion-containing material for suppressing the activity of microorganisms. An absorbent mat is provided, characterized in that it comprises a single layer.

  Preferably, the mat includes two absorbent layers, and includes a first absorbent layer that functions as an upper surface layer, and a second absorbent layer that is adaptable to the shape or weight of an object placed on the mat.

  More preferably, the mat further includes a lower surface layer that reduces sliding properties.

  The present invention will be described below by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings.

The perspective view of the mat | matte by this invention. Sectional drawing of the mat | matte of FIG.

  Referring to FIGS. 1 and 2, there is shown an absorbent mat 10 provided for use on a floor or chair to control the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and fungi.

  Although the shape and size of the mat 10 may be changed to any desired size or shape, referring to FIG. 1, the mat 10 is shown in a rectangular shape.

  Referring to FIG. 2, a cross-sectional view of the mat 10 according to the present invention is shown. As will be described below, the mat 10 includes a plurality of layers 12, 14, 16, 18 of different materials.

  The upper layer 12 of the mat 10 includes a material that is absorbent, flexible, and highly breathable. The upper layer 12 absorbs moisture and is provided so that air can pass through the lower layers 14, 16.

  The upper layer 12 preferably comprises polyester fibers having the above suitable properties of the upper layer 12.

  More preferably, the upper layer comprises a mixture of polyester fibers and acrylic fibers. The content of the acrylic fiber is preferably in the range of 10 to 30% of the material forming the upper layer, and more preferably in the range of 15 to 25%. Most preferably, the acrylic fiber content is about 20% of the material forming the upper layer. By containing a relatively small amount of acrylic fiber, the upper layer 12 with significantly improved water absorption, flexibility and comfort is provided.

  The second layer 14 preferably comprises a material that has absorbency, high breathability, and the ability to elastically conform to an object placed on the mat.

  Said second layer preferably comprises a memory foam having the above suitable properties of said second layer 14.

  In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the second layer 14 may comprise a polyurethane resin memory foam having absorptivity, high breathability, and resiliency to adapt the layer to an object placed on the mat. is there.

  Due to the memory function of the foam material, the second layer 14 is deformed according to the shape and weight of the object such as a person standing on the mat 10, for example. Thus, the foam material adapts the mat 10 to the contours of the body and allows the mat 10 to absorb a person's weight due to the elasticity of the foam material. The foamed material has a function of maintaining the body temperature of one part or a plurality of parts of the human body in contact with the mat 10. Furthermore, the memory foam can return to its original position when the object is gone. Thus, the second layer 14 allows the mat 10 to provide comfort according to the individual characteristics of the user.

  The third layer 16 preferably comprises a material that has been treated to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, such as a material that has been treated with a silver colloid or silver ion-containing material. Colloidal silver particles or silver ions provide an effective means for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and fungi. The colloidal silver particles or colloidal silver-containing material may contain silver nanoparticles.

Preferably, the third layer 16 may include a material having the following characteristics.
Synthetic fiber 60-70% by weight
Viscose 20-30% by weight
Colloidal silver particles 3-5% by weight
Anionic powder 5-15% by weight

  The above-mentioned anionic powder is a powder having a high anion content or a high anion generation ability, and examples thereof include tourmaline powder related to tourmaline ore.

  The lower layer 18 preferably comprises a material that reduces slip properties on hard surfaces (especially in a wet environment), has high breathability and is waterproof.

  The lower layer 18 is preferably formed from a rubber material, more preferably a neoprene material, most preferably neoprene and styrene butadiene rubber.

  The lower layer 18 may have a pattern embossed downward.

  In use, the separate layers of the mat 10 are typically placed in contact and then stitched on the outer periphery. Depending on the shape of the mat, additional seams may be added as necessary.

  The mat 10 may be used in places where the possibility of microbial activity is increased, such as places where the possibility of contact with water for a long time or the contact with the skin is extremely high. When placed in such a place, the mat 10 absorbs a large amount of water that has come into contact therewith.

  For example, when the mat 10 is placed on the floor and a person who has finished taking a shower dries the body, the mat 10 may stand and be used on the mat 10, and water drops may fall on the mat 10. Are absorbed by the upper layer 12.

  As will be apparent, the second layer 14 fits the curve of a person's foot standing on the mat, retains heat in the layer, and elastically adapts to the person's weight to be pressed next time. You can return to the original position for use.

  Regarding the third layer 16, it was confirmed that the silver colloid or the silver ion-containing material has a function of releasing silver ions having an antibacterial action when wet. The silver ions have an action of suppressing the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and fungi.

  In damp areas, mats tend to be slippery, especially on hard floors, such as tiles, commonly used in bathrooms. The lower layer 18 of the mat 10 of the present invention is selected from rubber that adsorbs to a hard surface and is not slippery. The lower layer 18 is preferably formed with an embossed pattern so as to be firmly adsorbed to the floor and prevent slipping.

  As described herein, the present invention has a plurality of layers arranged in a particular order, but it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that similar results can be achieved by arranging the layers in a number of different combinations. Is obvious.

  The advantage of the mat 10 according to the present invention is that the combination of the layers (in the order of 12, 14, 16 and 18 but may not be in this order) makes the mat 10 (for example, high water absorption, Having many desirable properties simultaneously (such as flexibility and support, antibacterial and anti-slip). Such characteristics may be exhibited separately or all at the same time.

  Modifications and variations apparent to those skilled in the art are deemed to be within the scope of the present invention.

Claims (5)

  A plurality of layers, wherein the plurality of layers includes at least one absorption layer and at least one layer made of a material treated with a silver colloid or a silver ion-containing material for suppressing the activity of microorganisms. And an absorbent mat.   2. A first absorbent layer comprising two absorbent layers and functioning as an upper surface layer, and a second absorbent layer adaptable to the shape or weight of an object placed on the mat. Absorbent mat as described in.   The absorbent mat according to claim 2, further comprising a lower surface layer that reduces sliding properties.   The second absorption layer is disposed under the upper surface layer, the layer treated with the silver colloid or silver ion-containing material is disposed under the second absorption layer, and the lower surface layer is disposed under the second absorption layer. The absorbent mat according to claim 3, wherein   The absorbent mat according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the silver colloid or silver ion-containing material is formed of nanoparticles.