SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ATTACHING MATTRESS TOPPER COVERS AND METHOD THEREFORE

Abstract

A cover for a mattress topper has a planer rectangle sheet. A skirt extends down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet A bottom flap is coupled to distal edges of the skirt. A slide resistant material is attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates generally to the technical field of bedding, and more specifically, t the technical field of a system, and method for covering a mattress topper and securing the mattress topper to a mattress to prevent movement of the mattress topper.

BACKGROUND

[0002] Mattress toppers are removable bedding that sits on top of a mattress. Mattress toppers are generally a cushioned layer or pad that rests on top of a mattress to increase mattress comfort and support. Mattress toppers may be used to supplement the comfort of one's mattress or address a mattress' limitations. For example, a mattress topper may be used to add support to a mattress that is too soft. Alternatively, or in addition to, a mattress topper may be used to add a level of softness to while not taking away from the support of the mattress.

[0003] Mattresses toppers may have covers which may be used to protect the outer surfaces of the mattress topper. The mattress topper covers may also be used to provide a smoother and/or plusher surface on the mattress topper. In general, mattress topper covers may be formed of a flat rectangle sheet of quilted material which is positioned on top surface of the mattress topper. Straps may be used to secure the mattress topper cover to the top surface of the mattress topper.

[0004] Alternatively, mattress topper covers may be configured similar to a fitted bed sheet, in this configuration, the rectangle sheet of quilted material may extend down over the front, rear and side edges of the mattress topper. The rectangle sheet of quilted material may have four corners which extend over the corners of the mattress topper. One or more of the four corners may be fitted with elastic and/or a drawstring to secure the mattress topper cover to the mattress topper.

[0005] Unfortunately; mattress toppers tend to shift and move over time. In order to adjust the position of the mattress topper cover, one generally has to remove the bedding. This is generally time consuming, and depending on the size of the bed, may require more than one person to replace the bedding.

[0006] Therefore, it would be desirable to provide a system and method that overcomes the above. The system and method would keep the mattress topper in position on the mattress.

SUMMARY

[0007] In accordance with one embodiment, a cover for a mattress topper is disclosed. The cover for a mattress topper has a planer rectangle sheet. A skirt extends down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet. A bottom flap is coupled to distal edges of the skirt. A slide resistant material is attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap.

[0008] in accordance with one embodiment, a cover for a mattress topper is disclosed. The cover for a mattress topper has a planer rectangle sheet formed of quilted material. A skirt extends down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet. Proximate edges of the skirt are attached to corresponding edges, of the planer rectangle sheet. The skirt covers a front, rear and side surfaces of the mattress topper. A bottom flap is coupled to distal edges of the skirt. A plurality of hook material strips is attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap.

[0009] In accordance with one embodiment, a cover for a mattress topper is disclosed. The cover for a mattress topper has an enclosure holding the mattress topper there within. A slide resistant material is attached to an exterior surface of the enclosure.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] The present application is further detailed with respect to the following drawings. These figures are not intended to limit the scope of the present application but rather illustrate certain attributes thereof. The same reference numbers will be used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or like parts.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a top perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of a mattress topper cover in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention;

[0012] FIG. 2 is a bottom perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the mattress topper cover in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention;

[0013] FIG. 3 is a bottom view of an exemplary embodiment of the mattress topper cover with a bottom flap open in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention; and

[0014] FIG. 4 is a bottom perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the mattress topper cover showing the mattress topper in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLICATION

[0015] The description set forth below in connection with the appended drawings is intended as a description of presently preferred embodiments of the disclosure and is not intended to represent the only forms in which the present disclosure can be constructed and/or utilized. The description sets forth the functions and the sequence of steps for constructing and operating the disclosure in connection with the illustrated embodiments. It is to be understood, however, that the same or equivalent functions and sequences can be accomplished by different embodiments that are also intended to be encompassed within the spirit and scope of this disclosure.

[0016] Embodiments of the exemplary system and method disclose a mattress topper cover. The mattress topper cover is configured to keep the mattress topper clean while further keeping the mattress topper in position and preventing the mattress topper from shifting and moving over time.

[0017] Referring to the FIGs., a mattress topper cover 10 (hereinafter cover 10) may be seen. The cover 10 may be placed over a mattress topper 14. The cover 10 may be formed of a planer rectangle sheet 12. The planer rectangle sheet 12 may be of sufficient size to cover a top surface 14A of the mattress topper 14. In accordance with one embodiment, the planer rectangle sheet 12 may be formed of a quilted material.

[0018] A skirt 16 may be formed around the perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet 12. Proximate edges 16A of the skirt 1 may be attached to corresponding edges 12A of the planer rectangle sheet 12. The skirt 16 may be configured to extend down from the planer rectangle sheet 12 and around the front 14B, rear 14C and side 14B surfaces of the mattress topper 14. The skirt 16 may have four corners 18 which extend over the corners of the mattress/mattress topper 14. A stretchable material 21 may be placed within the seams 20 of the four corners 18. The stretchable material may be used to secure the four corners 18 of the cover 10 around the corners of the mattress topper 14 thereby preventing the cover 10 from moving.

[0019] The cover 10 may have a bottom flap 22. The bottom flap 22 may attached to distal edges 16B of the skirt 16 configuring the cover 10 to enclose the mattress topper 14. The bottom flap 22 may be used to enclose the mattress topper 14 within the cover 10. In accordance with one embodiment, the bottom flap 22 may be removably attached to the distal edges 16B of the skirt 16. An attachment mechanism 24 may be used to removably, attach the bottom flap 22 to the distal edges 16B of the skirt 16.

[0020] In accordance with one embodiment, the attachment mechanism 24 may be a zipper 24A. The zipper 24A may have a first set of teeth 26 formed around distal edges 16B of the skirt 16. A second set of teeth 28 may be formed the perimeter of the bottom flap 22. A slide 30 may be used to secure the first set of teeth 26 to the second set of teeth 28. Using a tab 32 on the slide 30, may pull the slide 30 in a first direction to secure the first set of teeth 26 to the second set of teeth 28. Pulling the slide 30 in a second direction detaches the first set of teeth 26 to the second set of teeth 28 thereby unzipping the zipper 24A. The zipper 24A may have;a bottom stop 36. The bottom stop 36 may be attached to both the perimeter edge of the bottom flap 22 and to the distal edge 16B of the skirt 16. The bottom stop 36 may be used to secure the first set of teeth 26 and the second set of teeth 28 as well as to stop the movement of the slide 30. The above is given as an example and should not be seen in a limiting manner. Other attachment mechanisms 24 may be sued without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention such as, but not limited to snaps, buttons, hook and loop material or the like.

[0021] On the exterior side 22A of the bottom flap 22 may be one or more a slide resistant strips 32. The slide resistant strips 32 may be attached to the exterior side 22D of the bottom flap 22 by sewing, adhesive or other attachment means. In the embodiment shown, one or more slide resistant strips 32 may be positioned near a front area 22A of the flap 22, a rear area 22 of the flap 22 and a middle area 22C of the flap 22. The slide resistant strips 32 may be used to secure the cover 10 and the mattress topper 14 placed inside the cover 10 to a mattress/mattress pad on which the mattress topper 12 is positioned on top of.

[0022] In accordance with one embodiment, the slide resistant strips 32 may be a hook material strip 32A. The hook material strip 32A may attach to the material forming the mattress and/or mattress pad thereby sec wring the cover 10 and the mattress topper 14 placed inside the cover 10 to a mattress/mattress pad on which the mattress topper 12 is positioned on top of. When pressure is applied, such as when a person lays on top of the mattress topper 12, the hook material strip 32A engages and fastens to the material of the mattress/mattress pad thereby securing the cover 10 and the mattress topper 14 placed inside the cover 10 to a mattress/mattress pad.

[0023] The foregoing description is illustrative of particular embodiments of the application, but is not meant to be a limitation upon the practice thereof. The following claims, including all equivalents thereof, are intended to define the scope of the application.

Claims

1. A cover for a mattress topper comprising: a planer rectangle sheet; a skirt extending down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet; a bottom flap coupled to distal edges of the skirt; and a slide resistant material attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap.

2. The cover of claim 1, wherein the planer rectangle sheet is formed of a quilted material.

3. The cover of claim 1, wherein proximate edges of the skirt are attached to corresponding edges the planer rectangle sheet.

4. The cover of claim 1, wherein the skirt extends down from the planer rectangle sheet to cover a front, rear and side surfaces of the mattress topper.

5. The cover of claim 1, wherein the skirt has four corners which extend over corresponding corners of the mattress topper.

6. The cover of claim 5, wherein a stretchable material placed within seams of the four corners of the skirt.

7. The cover of claim 1, wherein an attachment mechanism is coupled to distal edges of the skirt and around a perimeter of the bottom flap to removably attach the bottom flap to the distal edges of the skirt.

8. The cover of claim 8, wherein the attachment mechanism is a zipper.

9. The cover of claim 8, wherein the zipper comprises: a first set of teeth formed around distal edges of the skirt; a second set of teeth formed a perimeter of the bottom flap; and a slide securing the first set of teeth to the second set of teeth.

10. The cover of claim 9, comprising a bottom stop attached to the perimeter edge of the bottom flap and on the distal edges of the skirt.

11. The cover of claim 1, wherein the slide resistant material is hoop material.

12. The cover of claim 1, wherein the slide resistant material is a plurality of hoop material strips.

13. A cover for a mattress topper comprising: a planer rectangle sheet formed of quilted material; a skirt extending down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet, wherein proximate edges of the skirt are attached to corresponding edges of the planer rectangle sheet, the skirt covering a front, rear and side surfaces of the mattress topper; a bottom flap coupled to distal edges of the skirt; and a plurality of hook material strips attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap.

14. The cover of claim 13, wherein the skirt has four corners which extend over corresponding corners of the mattress topper, a stretchable material placed within seams of the four corners of the skirt.

15. The cover of claim 13, wherein an attachment mechanism is coupled to distal edges of the skit and around a perimeter of the bottom flap to removably attach the bottom flap to the distal edges of the skirt.

16. The cover of claim 15, wherein the attachment mechanism is a zipper.

17. The cover of claim 16, wherein the zipper comprises: a first set of teeth formed around distal edges of the skirt; a second set of teeth formed a perimeter of the bottom flap and a slide securing the first set of teeth to the second set of teeth.

18. The cover of claim 17, comprising a bottom stop attached to the perimeter edge of the bottom flap and on the distal edges of the skirt.

19. A cover for a mattress topper comprising: an enclosure holding the mattress topper there within; and a slide resistant material attached to an exterior surface of the enclosure.

20. The cover of claim 19, wherein the enclosure comprises: a planer rectangle sheet formed of quilted material; a skirt extending down from a perimeter of the planer rectangle sheet, wherein proximate edges of the skirt are attached to corresponding edges the planer rectangle sheet, the skirt covering a front, rear and side surfaces of the mattress topper; a bottom flap coupled to distal edges of the skirt; a plurality of hook material strips attached to an exterior surface of the bottom flap; and