U.S. patent application number 17/318839 was filed with the patent office on 2021-11-18 for hygienic mattress testing kit.
The applicant listed for this patent is Precision Textiles LLC. Invention is credited to Christopher Keith Martin, Scott Tesser.
Application Number | 20210353073 17/318839 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 1000005640851 |
Filed Date | 2021-11-18 |
United States Patent
Application |
20210353073 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Martin; Christopher Keith ;
et al. |
November 18, 2021 |
HYGIENIC MATTRESS TESTING KIT
Abstract
A kit including first and second fabric wherein the first fabric
sheet has a length in a range of from 40 to 90 inches and a width
in a range of from 30 to 80 inches, wherein the first fabric sheet
is folded; a second fabric sheet, wherein the second fabric sheet
has a length in a range of from 10 to 30 inches and a width in a
range of from 10 to 20 inches, wherein the second fabric sheet is
folded; a package containing the folded first sheet and the folded
second sheet, wherein the package has a package length in a range
of from 6 inches to 36 inches and a package width in a range of
from 4 inches to 24 inches, and wherein the package is sealed so as
to enclose the folded first sheet and the folded second sheet.
Inventors: |
Martin; Christopher Keith;
(Wayne, NJ) ; Tesser; Scott; (Englewood,
NJ) |
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Applicant: |
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Precision Textiles LLC |
Totowa |
NJ |
US |
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Family ID: |
1000005640851 |
Appl. No.: |
17/318839 |
Filed: |
May 12, 2021 |
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Application
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Patent Number |
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63024241 |
May 13, 2020 |
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Current U.S.
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1/1 |
Current CPC
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D10B 2401/13 20130101;
A47C 31/007 20130101; D04H 1/435 20130101; D04H 1/4258
20130101 |
International
Class: |
A47C 31/00 20060101
A47C031/00; D04H 1/435 20120101 D04H001/435; D04H 1/4258 20120101
D04H001/4258 |
Claims
1. A kit, comprising: a first fabric sheet of a first fabric,
wherein the first fabric includes at least one of polyester or
rayon, wherein the first fabric sheet has a first unfolded size
including a first length and a first width, wherein the first
length is in a range of from 40 inches to 90 inches, and wherein
the first width is in a range of from 30 inches to 80 inches,
wherein the first fabric sheet is folded so as to have a first
folded length that is less than the first length and so as to have
a first folded width that is less than the first width; a second
fabric sheet of a second fabric, wherein the second fabric includes
at least one of polyester or rayon, wherein the second fabric sheet
has a second unfolded size including a second length and a second
width, wherein the second length is in a range of from 10 inches to
30 inches, and wherein the second width is in a range of from 10
inches to 20 inches, wherein the second fabric sheet is folded so
as to have a second folded length that is less than the second
length and so as to have a second folded width that is less than
the second width; a package containing the folded first sheet and
the folded second sheet, wherein the package has a package size
including a package length and a package width, wherein the package
length is in a range of from 6 inches to 36 inches, and wherein the
package length is greater than or equal to the first folded length
and is greater than or equal to the second folded length wherein
the package width is in a range of from 4 inches to 24 inches,
wherein the package width is greater than or equal to the first
folded width and is greater than or equal to the second folded
width, and wherein the package is sealed so as to enclose the
folded first sheet and the folded second sheet.
2. The kit of claim 1, wherein the first fabric and the second
fabric are a same fabric.
3. The kit of claim 2, wherein the same fabric includes polyester
and rayon.
4. The kit of claim 2, wherein the same fabric is a nonwoven
fabric.
5. The kit of claim 2, wherein the same fabric further comprises an
antimicrobial additive.
6. The kit of claim 1, wherein the first length is 60 inches,
wherein the second width is 40 inches, wherein the second length is
20 inches, and wherein the second width is 15 inches.
7. The kit of claim 1, wherein the first fabric has a first fabric
thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils, and wherein
the second fabric has a second fabric thickness that is in a range
of from 4 mils to 30 mils.
8. The kit of claim 1, wherein the first folded length and the
second folded length are a same folded length, and wherein the
first folded width and the second folded width are a same folded
width.
9. The kit of claim 1, wherein the first fabric has a first fabric
weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5
ounces per square yard, and wherein the second fabric has a second
fabric weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard
to 2.5 ounces per square yard.
10. A method, comprising: providing a nonwoven fabric; cutting the
nonwoven fabric so as to produce a first fabric sheet and a second
fabric sheet, wherein the first fabric sheet has a first unfolded
size including a first length and a first width, wherein the first
length is in a range of from 40 inches to 90 inches, and wherein
the first width is in a range of from 30 inches to 80 inches,
wherein the second fabric sheet has a second unfolded size
including a second length and a second width, wherein the second
length is in a range of from 10 inches to 30 inches, and wherein
the second width is in a range of from 10 inches to 20 inches;
providing a package, wherein the package has a package size
including a package length and a package width, wherein the package
width is in a range of 4 inches to 24 inches, and wherein the
package length is in a range of 6 inches and 36 inches; folding the
first fabric sheet so as to have a first folded length that is less
than the package length and so as to have a first folded width that
is less than the package width; folding the second fabric sheet so
as to have a second folded length that is less than the package
length and so as to have a second folded width that is less than
the package width; placing the folded first fabric sheet and the
folded second fabric sheet within the package; and sealing the
package so as to enclose the folded first fabric sheet and the
folded second fabric sheet therein.
11. The method of claim 10, wherein the step of providing the
nonwoven fabric comprises producing the nonwoven fabric, and
wherein producing the nonwoven fabric comprises steps of: providing
fibers; applying a binder to the fibers to produce a nonwoven
fabric; heating the nonwoven fabric to drive off excess water;
applying a finish bath to the nonwoven fabric, wherein the finish
bath includes a binder and an antimicrobial additive; and drying
the nonwoven fabric.
12. The method of claim 10, wherein the step of sealing the package
comprises hermetically sealing the package.
13. The method of claim 10, wherein the first folded length and the
second folded length are a same folded length, and wherein the
first folded width and the second folded width are a same folded
width.
14. The method of claim 10, wherein the nonwoven fabric includes
polyester, rayon, and an antimicrobial additive.
15. The method of claim 10, wherein the nonwoven fabric has a
fabric thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils
16. The method of claim 10, wherein the nonwoven fabric has a
fabric weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard
to 2.5 ounces per square yard,
17. A method, comprising: providing a packaged kit including a
first folded fabric sheet and a second folded fabric sheet sealed
within a package, wherein the first folded fabric sheet comprises a
first fabric, and wherein the second folded fabric sheet comprises
a second fabric; unsealing the package; removing at least one of
the first folded fabric sheet or the second folded fabric sheet
from within the package; unfolding the at least one of the first
folded fabric sheet or the second folded fabric sheet, wherein the
first fabric sheet has a first unfolded size including a first
length and a first width, wherein the first length is in a range of
from 40 inches to 90 inches, and wherein the first width is in a
range of from 30 inches to 80 inches, and wherein the second fabric
sheet has a second unfolded size including a second length and a
second width, wherein the second length is in a range of from 10
inches to 30 inches, and wherein the second width is in a range of
from 10 inches to 20 inches; positioning the at least of the first
fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet over a selected at least
one of an upper surface of a mattress or an upper surface of a
pillow; testing the selected at least one of the upper surface of
the mattress or the upper surface of the pillow by laying on the at
least one of the first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet;
removing the at least one of the first fabric sheet or the second
fabric sheet from the selected at least one of the upper surface of
the mattress or the upper surface of the pillow; and disposing the
at least one of the first fabric sheet or the second fabric
sheet.
18. The method of claim 17, wherein the first fabric and the second
fabric are a same fabric.
19. The method of claim 18, wherein the same fabric includes
polyester and rayon.
20. The method of claim 18, wherein the same fabric has a fabric
thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils.
21. The method of claim 18, wherein the same fabric has a fabric
weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5
ounces per square yard.
22. The method of claim 18, wherein the same fabric includes an
antimicrobial coating.
23. The method of claim 17, wherein the step of removing at least
one of the first folded fabric sheet or the second folded fabric
sheet from within the package comprises removing both the first
folded fabric sheet and the second folded fabric sheet from within
the package, wherein the step of unfolding the at least one of the
first folded fabric sheet or the second folded fabric sheet
comprises unfolding both the first folded fabric sheet and the
second folded fabric sheet, wherein the step of positioning the at
least of the first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet over a
selected at least one of an upper surface of a mattress or an upper
surface of a pillow comprises positioning the first fabric sheet
over the upper surface of the mattress and positioning the second
fabric sheet over the upper surface of the pillow, and wherein the
step of testing the selected at least one of the upper surface of
the mattress or the upper surface of the pillow by laying on the at
least one of the first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet
comprises testing both the upper surface of the mattress and the
upper surface of the pillow by laying on both the first fabric
sheet and the second fabric sheet.
Description
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION
[0001] This application is a Section 111(a) application relating to
and claiming the benefit of commonly-owned, co-pending U.S.
Provisional Patent Application No. 63/024,241, filed on May 13,
2020 and entitled "HYGIENIC MATTRESS TESTING KIT," the contents of
which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0002] The present invention relates to hygienic bedding testing
kits and, more particularly, hygienic mattress testing kits and
pillow testing kits for consumers and purchasers of same.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0003] FIG. 1 is a photograph of an embodiment of a hygienic
mattress testing kit;
[0004] FIG. 2 is a top plan view of an antimicrobial mattress sheet
and antimicrobial pillow sheet which are components of the kit of
FIG. 1; and
[0005] FIG. 3 is a photograph of the antimicrobial mattress sheet
and antimicrobial pillow sheet positioned on a corresponding
mattress and pillow.
SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE
[0006] In some embodiments, a kit includes a first fabric sheet of
a first fabric, wherein the first fabric includes at least one of
polyester or rayon, wherein the first fabric sheet has a first
unfolded size including a first length and a first width, wherein
the first length is in a range of from 40 inches to 90 inches, and
wherein the first width is in a range of from 30 inches to 80
inches, wherein the first fabric sheet is folded so as to have a
first folded length that is less than the first length and so as to
have a first folded width that is less than the first width; a
second fabric sheet of a second fabric, wherein the second fabric
includes at least one of polyester or rayon, wherein the second
fabric sheet has a second unfolded size including a second length
and a second width, wherein the second length is in a range of from
10 inches to 30 inches, and wherein the second width is in a range
of from 10 inches to 20 inches, and wherein the second fabric sheet
is folded so as to have a second folded length that is less than
the second length and so as to have a second folded width that is
less than the second width; a package containing the folded first
sheet and the folded second sheet, wherein the package has a
package size including a package length and a package width,
wherein the package length is in a range of from 6 inches to 36
inches, and wherein the package length is greater than or equal to
the first folded length and is greater than or equal to the second
folded length wherein the package width is in a range of from 4
inches to 24 inches, wherein the package width is greater than or
equal to the first folded width and is greater than or equal to the
second folded width, and wherein the package is sealed so as to
enclose the folded first sheet and the folded second sheet.
[0007] In some embodiments, the first fabric and the second fabric
are a same fabric. In some embodiments, the same fabric includes
polyester and rayon. In some embodiments, the same fabric is a
nonwoven fabric. In some embodiments, the same fabric further
comprises an antimicrobial additive.
[0008] In some embodiments, the first length is 60 inches, the
second width is 40 inches, the second length is 20 inches, and the
second width is 15 inches.
[0009] In some embodiments, the first fabric has a first fabric
thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils, and the
second fabric has a second fabric thickness that is in a range of
from 4 mils to 30 mils.
[0010] In some embodiments, the first folded length and the second
folded length are a same folded length, and the first folded width
and the second folded width are a same folded width.
[0011] In some embodiments, the first fabric has a first fabric
weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5
ounces per square yard, and the second fabric has a second fabric
weight that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5
ounces per square yard.
[0012] In some embodiments, a method includes providing a nonwoven
fabric; cutting the nonwoven fabric so as to produce a first fabric
sheet and a second fabric sheet, wherein the first fabric sheet has
a first unfolded size including a first length and a first width,
wherein the first length is in a range of from 40 inches to 90
inches, and wherein the first width is in a range of from 30 inches
to 80 inches, wherein the second fabric sheet has a second unfolded
size including a second length and a second width, wherein the
second length is in a range of from 10 inches to 30 inches, and
wherein the second width is in a range of from 10 inches to 20
inches; providing a package, wherein the package has a package size
including a package length and a package width, wherein the package
width is in a range of 4 inches to 24 inches, and wherein the
package length is in a range of 6 inches and 36 inches; folding the
first fabric sheet so as to have a first folded length that is less
than the package length and so as to have a first folded width that
is less than the package width; folding the second fabric sheet so
as to have a second folded length that is less than the package
length and so as to have a second folded width that is less than
the package width; placing the folded first fabric sheet and the
folded second fabric sheet within the package; and sealing the
package so as to enclose the folded first fabric sheet and the
folded second fabric sheet therein.
[0013] In some embodiments, the step of providing the nonwoven
fabric comprises producing the nonwoven fabric, and wherein
producing the nonwoven fabric comprises steps of: providing fibers;
applying a binder to the fibers to produce a nonwoven fabric;
heating the nonwoven fabric to drive off excess water; applying a
finish bath to the nonwoven fabric, wherein the finish bath
includes a binder and an antimicrobial additive; and drying the
nonwoven fabric.
[0014] In some embodiments, the step of sealing the package
comprises hermetically sealing the package.
[0015] In some embodiments, the first folded length and the second
folded length are a same folded length, and the first folded width
and the second folded width are a same folded width.
[0016] In some embodiments, the nonwoven fabric includes polyester,
rayon, and an antimicrobial additive.
[0017] In some embodiments, the nonwoven fabric has a fabric
thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils
[0018] In some embodiments, the nonwoven fabric has a fabric weight
that is in a range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5 ounces
per square yard,
[0019] In some embodiments, a method includes providing a packaged
kit including a first folded fabric sheet and a second folded
fabric sheet sealed within a package, wherein the first folded
fabric sheet comprises a first fabric, and wherein the second
folded fabric sheet comprises a second fabric; unsealing the
package; removing at least one of the first folded fabric sheet or
the second folded fabric sheet from within the package; unfolding
the at least one of the first folded fabric sheet or the second
folded fabric sheet, wherein the first fabric sheet has a first
unfolded size including a first length and a first width, wherein
the first length is in a range of from 40 inches to 90 inches, and
wherein the first width is in a range of from 30 inches to 80
inches, and wherein the second fabric sheet has a second unfolded
size including a second length and a second width, wherein the
second length is in a range of from 10 inches to 30 inches, and
wherein the second width is in a range of from 10 inches to 20
inches; positioning the at least of the first fabric sheet or the
second fabric sheet over a selected at least one of an upper
surface of a mattress or an upper surface of a pillow; testing the
selected at least one of the upper surface of the mattress or the
upper surface of the pillow by laying on the at least one of the
first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet; removing the at
least one of the first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet from
the selected at least one of the upper surface of the mattress or
the upper surface of the pillow; and disposing the at least one of
the first fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet.
[0020] In some embodiments, the first fabric and the second fabric
are a same fabric. In some embodiments, the same fabric includes
polyester and rayon. In some embodiments, the same fabric has a
fabric thickness that is in a range of from 4 mils to 30 mils. In
some embodiments, the same fabric has a fabric weight that is in a
range of from 0.5 ounces per square yard to 2.5 ounces per square
yard. In some embodiments, the same fabric includes an
antimicrobial coating.
[0021] In some embodiments, the step of removing at least one of
the first folded fabric sheet or the second folded fabric sheet
from within the package comprises removing both the first folded
fabric sheet and the second folded fabric sheet from within the
package, the step of unfolding the at least one of the first folded
fabric sheet or the second folded fabric sheet comprises unfolding
both the first folded fabric sheet and the second folded fabric
sheet, the step of positioning the at least of the first fabric
sheet or the second fabric sheet over a selected at least one of an
upper surface of a mattress or an upper surface of a pillow
comprises positioning the first fabric sheet over the upper surface
of the mattress and positioning the second fabric sheet over the
upper surface of the pillow, and the step of testing the selected
at least one of the upper surface of the mattress or the upper
surface of the pillow by laying on the at least one of the first
fabric sheet or the second fabric sheet comprises testing both the
upper surface of the mattress and the upper surface of the pillow
by laying on both the first fabric sheet and the second fabric
sheet.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] Referring to FIGS. 1 through 3, in an embodiment, a hygienic
mattress test kit 10 ("the kit 10") includes a first fabric sheet
12, a second fabric sheet 14, and a package 16 containing the first
fabric sheet 12 and the second fabric sheet 14. In an embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 is adapted (e.g., sized and shaped) to be
positioned on and at least partially cover an upper surface 18 of a
mattress 20. In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 is
adapted (e.g., sized and shaped) to be positioned on and at least
partially cover an upper surface 22 of a pillow 24. In an
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 is an antimicrobial fabric
sheet. In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 is an
antimicrobial fabric sheet. In an embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 is disposable. In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 is disposable.
[0023] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
nonwoven fabric. In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a nonwoven fabric.
[0024] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
fabric weight in a range of 0.5 ounces per square yard ("osy") to
2.5 osy. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
a fabric weight in a range of 1.0 osy to 2.5 osy. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a
range of 1.5 osy to 2.5 osy. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a range of 2.0 osy to
2.5 osy. In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
fabric weight in a range of 0.5 osy to 2.0 osy. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a
range of 1.0 osy to 2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a range of 1.5 osy to
2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
a fabric weight in a range of 0.5 osy to 1.5 osy. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a
range of 1.0 osy to 1.5 osy. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight in a range of 0.5 osy to
1.0 osy.
[0025] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
fabric weight of 0.5 osy. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes a fabric weight of 1.0 osy. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a fabric weight of
1.5 osy. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
a fabric weight of 2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes a fabric weight of 2.5 osy.
[0026] In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
fabric weight in a range of 0.5 osy to 2.5 osy. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight in
a range of 1.0 osy to 2.5 osy. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight in a range of 1.5 osy to
2.5 osy. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a fabric weight in a range of 2.0 osy to 2.5 osy. In an embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight in a range of
0.5 osy to 2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 includes a fabric weight in a range of 1.0 osy to 2.0 osy. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric
weight in a range of 1.5 osy to 2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight in a range of 0.5
osy to 1.5 osy. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a fabric weight in a range of 1.0 osy to 1.5 osy. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric
weight in a range of 0.5 osy to 1.0 osy.
[0027] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
fabric weight of 0.5 osy. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes a fabric weight of 1.0 osy. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight of
1.5 osy. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a fabric weight of 2.0 osy. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes a fabric weight of 2.5 osy.
[0028] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 99.9%
polyester and 0.1% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 95% polyester and 5% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 90% polyester and
10% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 80% polyester and 20% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 75% polyester and 25% rayon. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 70%
polyester and 30% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 65% polyester and 35% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 60% polyester and
40% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 55% polyester and 45% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 50% polyester and 50% rayon. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 45%
polyester and 55% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 40% polyester and 60% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 35% polyester and
65% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 30% polyester and 70% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 25% polyester and 75% rayon. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 20%
polyester and 80% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 15% polyester and 85% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 10% polyester and
90% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 5% polyester and 95% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 0.1% polyester and 99.9% rayon.
[0029] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
polyester in a range of 0.1% to 100%. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 5% polyester. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes 10% polyester. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 15% polyester. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 20%
polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 25% polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 30% polyester. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 35% polyester. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 40% polyester. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 45% polyester. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 50%
polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 55% polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 60% polyester. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 65% polyester. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 70% polyester. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 75% polyester. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 80%
polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 85% polyester. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 90% polyester. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 95% polyester. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 100% polyester.
[0030] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
rayon in a range of 0.1% to 100%. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 5% rayon. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 10% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 15% rayon. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes 20% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 25% rayon. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 30% rayon.
In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 35%
rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
40% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 45% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes 50% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes 55% rayon. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes 60% rayon. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes 65% rayon. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes 70% rayon. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 75% rayon. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 80% rayon.
In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes 85%
rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes
90% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes 95% rayon. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes 100% rayon.
[0031] In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 99.9%
polyester and 0.1% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 95% polyester and 5% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 90% polyester and
10% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 80% polyester and 20% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 75% polyester and 25% rayon. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 70%
polyester and 30% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 65% polyester and 35% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 60% polyester and
40% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 55% polyester and 45% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 50% polyester and 50% rayon. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 45%
polyester and 55% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 40% polyester and 60% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 35% polyester and
65% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 30% polyester and 70% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 25% polyester and 75% rayon. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 20%
polyester and 80% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 15% polyester and 85% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 10% polyester and
90% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 5% polyester and 95% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 0.1% polyester and 99.9% rayon.
[0032] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
polyester in a range of 0.1% to 100%. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 5% polyester. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 10% polyester. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 15%
polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 20% polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 25% polyester. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes 30% polyester. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 35% polyester. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 40% polyester. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 45%
polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 50% polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 55% polyester. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes 60% polyester. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 65% polyester. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 70% polyester. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 75%
polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 80% polyester. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 85% polyester. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes 90% polyester. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 95% polyester. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 100% polyester.
[0033] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
rayon in a range of 0.1% to 100%. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes 5% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 10% rayon. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes 15% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 20% rayon. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 25% rayon.
In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 30%
rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
35% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 40% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 includes 45% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 50% rayon. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes 55% rayon. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes 60% rayon. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes 65% rayon. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 70% rayon. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 75% rayon.
In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes 80%
rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
85% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes 90% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 includes 95% rayon. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes 100% rayon.
[0034] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in a range of 4 mils to 30 mils. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils
to 30 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes a thickness in range of 10 mils to 30 mils. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range
of 15 mils to 30 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric
sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 20 mils to 30 mils. In
another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness
in range of 25 mils to 30 mils.
[0035] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 25 mils. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to 25
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 10 mils to 25 mils. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 15 mils
to 25 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes a thickness in range of 20 mils to 25 mils.
[0036] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 20 mils. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to 20
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 10 mils to 20 mils. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 15 mils
to 20 mils.
[0037] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 15 mils. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to 15
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness in range of 10 mils to 15 mils. In another embodiment,
the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness in range of 4 mils
to 10 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12
includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to 10 mils.
[0038] In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness of 4 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes a thickness of 5 mils. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 6 mils. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 7
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness of 8 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes a thickness of 9 mils. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 10 mils. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 11
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness of 12 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes a thickness of 13 mils. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 14 mils. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 15
mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
thickness of 20 mils. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet
12 includes a thickness of 25 mils. In another embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12 includes a thickness of 30 mils.
[0039] In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness in a range of 4 mils to 30 mils. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils
to 30 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a thickness in range of 10 mils to 30 mils. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in
range of 15 mils to 30 mils. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 20 mils to 30
mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness in range of 25 mils to 30 mils.
[0040] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 25 mils. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to
25 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a thickness in range of 10 mils to 25 mils. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 15 mils
to 25 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a thickness in range of 20 mils to 25 mils.
[0041] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 20 mils. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to
20 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a thickness in range of 10 mils to 20 mils. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 15 mils
to 20 mils.
[0042] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness in range of 4 mils to 15 mils. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to
15 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a thickness in range of 10 mils to 15 mils. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness in range of 4 mils
to 10 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a thickness in range of 5 mils to 10 mils.
[0043] In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness of 4 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 includes a thickness of 5 mils. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 6 mils. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 7
mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness of 8 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet
14 includes a thickness of 9 mils. In another embodiment, the
second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 10 mils. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 11
mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
thickness of 12 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 includes a thickness of 13 mils. In another embodiment,
the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 14 mils. In
another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness
of 15 mils. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
includes a thickness of 20 mils. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 25 mils. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a thickness of 30
mils.
[0044] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
length L1 of 60 inches and a width W1 of 40 inches. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a length L1 in a
range of 40 inches to 90 inches. In another embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 includes a length L1 in a range of 50 inches to 75
inches. In another embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a
width W1 in a range of 30 inches to 80 inches. In another
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 includes a width W1 in a
range of 35 inches to 60 inches.
[0045] In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a
width W2 of 15 inches and a length L2 of 20 inches. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a length L2 in a
range of 10 inches to 30 inches. In another embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14 includes a length L2 in a range of 15 inches to 25
inches. In another embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes
a width W2 in a range of 10 inches to 20 inches. In another
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 includes a width W2 in a
range of 12 inches to 18 inches.
[0046] It should be noted that the terms "length" and "width" as
used herein are not intended to refer to any particular orientation
of the elements of the exemplary hygienic mattress test kit 10
described herein, whether on their own or with reference to one
another, and whether while packaged or while in use as described
herein. Rather, "length" refers to the longer of the two dimensions
of a rectangular item, while "width" refers to the shorter of the
two dimensions of the same rectangular item.
[0047] In an embodiment, each of the first and second sheets 12, 14
includes an antimicrobial additive. In an embodiment, the
antimicrobial additive comprises Zinc Omadine (Zinc,
2-pyridinethiol-I-oxide). In an embodiment, the antimicrobial
additive comprises Thiabendazole
(2-(4-Thiazolyl)-1H-benzimidazole). In other embodiments, the
antimicrobial additive comprises Ultra-Fresh DW-56 biostat.
[0048] In an embodiment, each of the first fabric sheet 12 and the
second fabric sheet 14 are made by a saturate bonding process. In
an embodiment, the fabric forming each of the first fabric sheet 12
and the second fabric sheet 14 is dried following the saturate
bonding process. In an embodiment, the fabric forming each of the
first fabric sheet 12 and the second fabric sheet 14 is cut to size
(e.g., to the respective sizes disclosed above) following
drying.
[0049] In an embodiment, each of the first fabric sheet 12 and the
second fabric sheet 14 is folded after being cut to size. In an
embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 as folded has a folded width
that is less than the width W1 of the first fabric sheet 12 prior
to folding. In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 as folded
has a folded length that is less than the length L1 of the first
fabric sheet 12 prior to folding. In an embodiment, the first
fabric sheet 12 as folded has a folded width that is less than the
width W1 of the first fabric sheet 12 prior to folding and has a
folded length that is less than the length L1 of the first fabric
sheet 12 prior to folding. In an embodiment, the second fabric
sheet 14 as folded has a folded width that is less than the width
W2 of the second fabric sheet 14 prior to folding. In an
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 as folded has a folded
length that is less than the length L2 of the second fabric sheet
14 prior to folding. In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14
as folded has a folded width that is less than the width W2 of the
second fabric sheet 14 prior to folding and has a folded length
that is less than the length L2 of the second fabric sheet 14 prior
to folding.
[0050] In an embodiment, the package 16 is sized and shaped to
allow display on a retail store shelf, hanging merchandise display,
or the like. In an embodiment, the package 16 is sized and shaped
to be displayed on a same display as packaged bedding, such as
packaged sheet sets. In an embodiment, the package 16 includes a
length L3 and a width W3.
[0051] In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a range of 6 inches
to 36 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a range of
12 inches to 36 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a
range of 18 inches to 36 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3
is in a range of 24 inches to 36 inches. In some embodiments, the
length L3 is in a range of 6 inches to 24 inches. In some
embodiments, the length L3 is in a range of 12 inches to 24 inches.
In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a range of 18 inches to 24
inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a range of 6
inches to 18 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3 is in a
range of 12 inches to 18 inches. In some embodiments, the length L3
is in a range of 6 inches to 12 inches. In some embodiments, the
width W3 is in a range of 4 inches to 24 inches. In some
embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 8 inches to 24 inches.
In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 12 inches to 24
inches. In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 16
inches to 24 inches. In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a
range of 20 inches to 24 inches. In some embodiments, the width W3
is in a range of 4 inches to 20 inches. In some embodiments, the
width W3 is in a range of 8 inches to 20 inches. In some
embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 12 inches to 20 inches.
In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 16 inches to 20
inches. In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 4 inches
to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 8
inches to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W3 is in a
range of 12 inches to 16 inches. In some embodiments, the width W3
is in a range of 4 inches to 12 inches. In some embodiments, the
width W3 is in a range of 8 inches to 12 inches. In some
embodiments, the width W3 is in a range of 4 inches to 8
inches.
[0052] In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12, prior to
folding, does not fit within the package 16. In an embodiment, the
first fabric sheet 12, after folding, fits within the package 16.
In an embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14, prior to folding,
does not fit within the package 16. In an embodiment, the second
fabric sheet 14, after folding, fits within the package 16. In an
embodiment, the size of the first fabric sheet 12, after folding,
is the same as the size of the second fabric sheet 14, after
folding.
[0053] In an embodiment, the method of making the first and second
fabric sheets 12, 14 comprises the steps of: [0054]
Prebonding--applying a water-based, soft acrylic binder to nonwoven
fibers. The soft acrylic binder holds and binds the fibers of the
fabric. [0055] Applying soft heat to the fabric to drive off excess
water. [0056] Finish Bonding--applying the fabric finish bath
comprising water, water-based soft acrylic binder, and the
antimicrobial additive. In an embodiment, the finish bath includes
a range of 0.1% to 5% antimicrobial additive. In an embodiment, the
finish bath includes a range of 0.1% to 4% antimicrobial additive.
In an embodiment, the finish bath includes a range of 0.1% to 3%
antimicrobial additive. In an embodiment, the finish bath includes
a range of 0.1% to 2% antimicrobial additive. In an embodiment, the
finish bath includes a range of 0.1% to 1% antimicrobial additive.
In an embodiment, the finish bath includes a range of 0.1% to 0.5%
antimicrobial additive. [0057] Drying the fabric. [0058] Cutting
the fabric into sized sheets. [0059] Folding the sized sheets.
[0060] Placing the folded sheets within a package. [0061] Sealing
the package.
[0062] In an embodiment, the folded first and second fabric sheets
12, 14 are packaged within the package 16. In an embodiment, the
package 16 includes a plastic package. In an embodiment, the folded
first and second fabric sheets 12, 14 are self-contained and sealed
within the package 16. As used herein, the term "sealed" means
hermetically closed off. In an embodiment, the kit 10 includes only
one of the first fabric sheet 12 and only one of the second fabric
sheet 14.
[0063] In an embodiment, the kit 10, and particularly, the first
and second fabric sheets 12, 14, are adapted for single, individual
use. In an embodiment, the package 16 is unsealed or broken by a
user and the first and second fabric sheets 12, 14 are removed
therefrom. In an embodiment, the user unfolds the first and second
fabric sheets 12, 14 after removal from the package 16 and prior to
use. In an embodiment, a user, and preferably the consumer,
positions the first fabric sheet 12 on the upper surface 18 of the
mattress 20 in a location where the consumer intends to lay on and
test the mattress 20. In an embodiment, the consumer positions the
second fabric sheet 14 on the upper surface 22 of the pillow 24 in
a location where the consumer intends to lay his/her head on the
pillow 24. In an embodiment, the kit 10 is adapted for use at
bedding and sleep product retail stores, furniture stores,
department stores, bedding and sleep product showrooms, bedding and
sleep product trade shows, or other locations showcasing bedding
and sleep products. In an embodiment, the kit 10 is adapted for use
by a single user. In an embodiment, the kit 10 is adapted for use
by a single user for a single mattress 20 and/or a single pillow
24. In another embodiment, the kit 10 is adapted for use by a
single user for a plurality of the mattresses 20 and/or a plurality
of the pillows 24. In an embodiment, the first fabric sheet 12 does
not substantially interfere with the structure and function of the
mattress 20 and, more particularly, the texture, tactility and feel
of the mattress 20 when the consumer lays thereon. In an
embodiment, the second fabric sheet 14 does not substantially
interfere with the structure and function of the pillow 24 and,
more particularly, the texture, tactility and feel of the pillow 24
when the consumer lays his/her head or body thereof. In an
embodiment, the first and second fabric sheets 12, 14 are soft,
lightweight, and include a strength to avoid tearing and splitting
when a consumer tests the mattress 20 and the pillow 24.
[0064] In an embodiment, a method comprises the steps of: [0065]
Providing a kit comprising a self-contained, sealed package
including a folded first fabric sheet and a folded second fabric
sheet. [0066] Providing the kit to a consumer. [0067] Opening the
self-contained, sealed package by the consumer. [0068] Removing the
folded first fabric sheet and the folded second fabric sheet from
the self-contained, sealed package by the consumer. [0069]
Unfolding the first fabric sheet and the second fabric sheet by the
consumer. [0070] Positioning the first fabric sheet on an upper
surface of a mattress by the consumer. [0071] Positioning the
second fabric sheet on an upper surface of a pillow located on the
mattress by the consumer. [0072] Testing the mattress and the
pillow by the consumer by directly laying on the first fabric sheet
and the second fabric sheet. [0073] Removing the first fabric sheet
from the mattress and removing the second fabric sheet from the
pillow. [0074] Disposing the first and second fabric sheets.
[0075] While the above method of use of the kit 10 is described
with reference to use of the first fabric sheet 12 and the second
fabric sheet 14 in conjunction with one another to test both a
mattress and a pillow, a consumer instead may use only the first
fabric sheet 12 to test only a mattress, or may use only the second
fabric sheet 14 to test only a pillow. Additionally, while the kit
10 may be used with mattresses, pillows and other bedding and sleep
products, it may be adapted for use with other products, such as
furniture, sofas, couches, chairs, recliners, patio and pool
seating, automobile seats, public seating, etc.
[0076] The embodiments described herein are merely exemplary and
that a person skilled in the art may make many variations and
modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the
invention. All such variations and modifications are intended to be
included within the scope of the invention.
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