Platform hotel bed frame

Abstract

A platform bed frame particularly adapted for hotel use is provided including a pair of slat supporting rails that have a plurality of cavities along the length of the slat supporting rails. A plurality of slats form a mattress supporting surface and span between the slat supporting rails and have end lower conforming surfaces that fit into the cavities to secure the slats to the slat supporting rails. There are side rails and end rails that snap onto the slat supporting rails so that the assembly of the platform bed frame can be accomplished without the use of tools. There are two component legs that also allow an adjustment of the height of the platform supporting platform between a high and a low position. In the low position a foundation may be included underlying the mattress and a lesser number of slats can be used.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0001]The present invention relates to a bed frame for supporting a mattress and, more particularly, to a platform bed frame specially designed for commercial sleeping facilities, such as hotels.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]A traditional sleep surface consists of a mattress and box spring or foundation supported on a bed frame. Bed frames are usually constructed of wood or metal. Of the metal type of bed frame there are decorative and functional types. The highly ornamented types would include brass beds with head boards and foot boards. The functional types include the instamatic type, the Hollywood type and the metal bed bases.[0003]As box springs and foundations have become increasingly unnecessary and unpopular with the insurgence of no-flip one sided mattresses, the popularity of platform beds has arisen. Platform beds or beds for mattresses alone are typically taller than other bed frames in order to bring the sleep surface up to a standard height wit...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The patent describes a mattress frame that has a consistent lip around its edge to keep the mattress stable. The frame is made from composite resin and steel, making it safe and easy to assemble. The frame is designed to be dropped together and snapped in place, with no need for tools. The frame also has support rails that allow the legs to be recessed under the bed, giving it a unique appearance and reducing the chance of injury. Overall, the patent describes a mattress frame that is stable, safe, and visually appealing.

Problems solved by technology

As box springs and foundations have become increasingly unnecessary and unpopular with the insurgence of no-flip one sided mattresses, the popularity of platform beds has arisen.

It is recognized that these clips can be a hazard to people walking around the bed as they often protrude beyond the mattress and are often concealed by bedding fabrics.

It is also recognized that the metal panels have sharp edges and can injure the assembler.

In addition, the fasteners are difficult to handle and often loosen over time making the frame noisy and unstable.

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