Bedding system

Abstract

A bedding article includes a first section, a second section extending from the first section, and a third section extending from the first section such that the third section is laterally adjacent to the second section. The first member projects laterally from the second section toward the third section. The second member projects laterally from the third section toward the second section. The joint joins the section and the component. The edges of the members are joined such that the first member does not cover any portion of the second member.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates generally to bedding, and more particularly to bedding systems comprising a bedding with a split headboard having a joint that engages sections and components of the bedding to provide reinforcement to the bedding during relative movement between the sections. Background Technology

[0002] Sleep is essential for maintaining optimal health and performance in all aspects of life. It's a necessary pathway to better health and achieving personal goals. In fact, sleep affects everything from the ability to process new information to weight gain. Therefore, using comfortable bedding to ensure a restful night's sleep is crucial.

[0003] To promote comfortable sleep, movable beds have been designed that allow one or more sleepers to adjust the bed's tilt angle. Some movable beds allow two sleepers to adjust their respective tilt angles independently. For example, when a first sleeper (e.g., the driver) wishes to position his or her body at a different angle than a second sleeper (e.g., the passenger), he or she can adjust the tilt angle of the driver side of the bed to have a larger or smaller tilt angle than the passenger side. However, conventional bedding does not allow for relative movement between the driver and passenger sides of the bed, and tends to fold up during such movement. This disclosure describes improvements to these prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In one embodiment, according to the principles of the invention, a bedding garment is provided, comprising a first segment, a second segment extending from the first segment, and a third segment extending from the first segment, such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment. A first member projects laterally from the second segment toward the third segment. A second member projects laterally from the third segment toward the second segment. A joint joins the segments and members. Edges of the members are joined such that the first member does not cover any portion of the second member.

[0005] In some embodiments, the joint includes a reinforcing tab. The components are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first orientation and a second orientation. In the first orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second component to define an opening between the portions of the edges of the first and second components. In the second orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component engages a portion of the edge of the second component. When the bedding is in the first orientation, the reinforcing tab can extend through the opening. The opening may be V-shaped.

[0006] In some embodiments, the bedding includes a panel, the panel including segments and components, the panel including opposing first and second sides, and a joint including a reinforcing piece connected to one of the sides.

[0007] In some embodiments, the bedding includes a panel, the panel including segments and components, the panel including opposing first and second sides, and a joint including a reinforcing piece sewn to one of the sides.

[0008] In some embodiments, the bedding includes a panel, the panel including segments and members, a joint including a reinforcing piece, and the bedding including a stitch that passes through the reinforcing piece and the panel to attach the reinforcing piece to the panel.

[0009] In some embodiments, the bedding includes a panel, the panel including segments and members, a joint including a reinforcing piece, and the bedding including a first seam and a second seam. The first seam extends through the reinforcing piece and defines an interface between a second segment and a first member, and the second seam extends through the reinforcing piece and defines an interface between a third segment and a second member. Both the first and second seams may be straight, such that the second seam extends at an acute angle relative to the first seam, and / or the second seam intersects the first seam.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first segment includes opposing top and bottom surfaces, the second and third segments both extend from the top surface, the first segment includes opposing first and second side surfaces, the first and second side surfaces both extend from the top surface to the bottom surface, and the bottom surface extends continuously from the first side surface to the second side surface.

[0011] In one embodiment, according to the principles of the invention, a bedding system is provided, including a mattress comprising a first portion, a second portion extending from the first portion, and a third portion extending from the first portion such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion. A bedding garment includes a first segment configured to cover at least a portion of the first portion, a second segment extending from the first segment and configured to cover at least a portion of the second portion, and a third segment extending from the first segment such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment, the third segment being configured to cover at least a portion of the third portion. A first member laterally projects from the second segment toward the third segment. A second member laterally projects from the third segment toward the second segment. A joint joins the segments and members. Edges of the members are joined such that the first member does not cover any portion of the second member.

[0012] In some embodiments, the joint is a reinforcing tab. The components are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first orientation and a second orientation. In the first orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second component to define an opening between the portions of the edges of the first and second components. In the second orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component engages with a portion of the edge of the second component. When the bedding is in the first orientation, the reinforcing tab can extend through the opening.

[0013] In some embodiments, the bedding includes a panel, the panel including segments and members, a joint including a reinforcing piece, and the bedding including a first seam and a second seam. The first seam extends through the reinforcing piece and defines an interface between a second segment and a first member, and the second seam extends through the reinforcing piece and defines an interface formed between a third segment and a second member. Both the first and second seams may be straight, such that the second seam extends at an acute angle relative to the first seam, and / or the second seam intersects the first seam.

[0014] In one embodiment, according to the principles of the invention, the bedding includes a first segment, a second segment extending from the first segment, and a third segment extending from the first segment, such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment. A first member projects laterally from the second segment toward the third segment. A second member projects laterally from the third segment toward the second segment. A joint joins the segments and members. The edges of the members are joined such that the first member does not cover any portion of the second member. The joint includes a reinforcing tab. The members are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first orientation and a second orientation, in which a portion of the edge of the first member is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second member to define an opening between the portions of the edges of the first and second members, and in the second orientation, a portion of the edge of the first member engages with a portion of the edge of the second member. When the bedding is in the first orientation, the reinforcing tab extends through the opening. The bedding includes a panel comprising segments and members, and the bedding includes a first seam and a second seam, the first seam extending through the reinforcing tab and defining an interface between the second segment and the first member, and the second seam extending through the reinforcing tab and defining an interface between the third segment and the second member. Both the first and second sutures are straight lines, with the second suture extending at an acute angle relative to the first suture. The second suture intersects the first suture.

[0015] In one embodiment, according to the principles of the invention, the bedding system includes a mattress having a first portion, a second portion extending from the first portion, and a third portion extending from the first portion such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion. A first bedding item includes a first segment configured to cover at least a portion of the first portion, a second segment extending from the first segment and configured to cover at least a portion of the second portion, and a third segment extending from the first segment such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment, the third segment being configured to cover at least a portion of the third portion. A first member projects laterally from the second segment toward the third segment. A second member projects laterally from the third segment toward the second segment. A joint engages the segments and the member. A first fastener is configured to engage the member to the first segment to mitigate displacement of the first bedding item during mattress movement. The second bedding includes a first segment configured to cover at least a portion of a first segment of the first bedding, a second segment extending from the first segment of the second bedding and configured to cover at least a portion of a second segment of the first bedding, and a third segment extending from the first segment of the second bedding such that the third segment of the second bedding is laterally adjacent to the second segment of the second bedding, the third segment of the second bedding being configured to cover at least a portion of the third segment of the first bedding. A first member projects laterally from the second segment of the second bedding toward the third segment of the second bedding. A second member projects laterally from the third segment of the second bedding toward the second segment of the second bedding. A joint engages the segments of the second bedding and the members of the second bedding. A second fastener is configured to engage the member to the first segment or to the first segment of the first bedding to mitigate displacement of the second bedding during movement of the mattress and the first bedding.

[0016] In one embodiment, according to the principles of the invention, the bedding system includes a base having a frame and a platform connected to the frame. The platform includes a first panel and a second panel rotatable relative to the first panel. The system includes a mattress comprising a first portion, a second portion extending from the first portion, and a third portion extending from the first portion such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion, the panel being directly beneath one of the second and third portions. The system includes a bedding comprising a first segment configured to cover at least a portion of the first portion, a second segment extending from the first segment and configured to cover at least a portion of the second portion, and a third segment extending from the first segment such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment. The third segment is configured to cover at least a portion of the third portion. A first member projects laterally from the second segment toward the third segment. A second member projects laterally from the third segment toward the second segment. A joint engages the segments and members. A fastener has a first end connected to a first side of the second or third segment and an opposing second end connected to an opposing second side of the second or third segment (or an opposing second end connected to an opposing side of the first segment). The second panel rotates relative to the first panel to move the mattress from a first orientation to a second orientation, in which the top surface of the second section is coplanar with the top surface of the third section, and in the second orientation, the top surface of the third section extends at an acute angle relative to the second section. Edge joins of the components ensure that the first component does not cover any part of the second component. Fasteners mitigate displacement of the bedding during mattress movement. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0018] Figure 1 A perspective view of a bedding system according to the principles of the present invention, which includes an embodiment of bedding and mattresses according to the principles of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A perspective view of the first side of one embodiment of the bedding shown;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A perspective view of the second side of the bedding shown;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the first side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0022] Figure 5A for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the first side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0023] Figure 5B for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the second side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0024] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the first side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the second side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0026] Figure 8 for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the second side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0027] Figure 9 for Figure 1 A perspective close-up view of the second side of the joint of the bedding shown;

[0028] Figure 10A In accordance with the principles of the present invention Figure 1 A perspective view of the second side of one embodiment of the bedding shown;

[0029] Figure 10B In accordance with the principles of the present invention Figure 1 A perspective view of the second side of one embodiment of the bedding shown;

[0030] Figure 10C for Figure 10B The perspective view of the second side of the bedding shown, which is related to... Figure 1 The mattresses shown are connected;

[0031] Figure 11 In accordance with the principles of the present invention Figure 1 A perspective view of a component of one embodiment of the bedding shown, the component being... Figure 1 The mattresses shown are connected;

[0032] Figure 12 In accordance with the principles of the present invention Figure 1 A perspective view of a component of one embodiment of the bedding shown, the component being... Figure 1 The mattresses shown are connected;

[0033] Figure 13 In accordance with the principles of the present invention Figure 1 A perspective view of a component of one embodiment of the bedding shown, the component being... Figure 1 The mattresses shown are connected;

[0034] Figure 14 This is a perspective view of the components of a bedding system according to the principles of the present invention; and

[0035] Figure 15 This is a perspective view of the components of a bedding system according to the principles of the present invention.

[0036] In all the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals denote similar parts. Detailed Implementation

[0037] This disclosure will be more readily understood in conjunction with the following detailed description of specific embodiments and the accompanying drawings, which form a part of this disclosure. It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the specific apparatus, conditions, or parameters described and / or illustrated herein, and the terminology used herein is merely for illustrating particular embodiments by way of example and is not intended to constitute a limitation on the claimed disclosure.

[0038] In some embodiments, the bedding system disclosed herein includes a first bedding and a second bedding, wherein the first bedding is configured to cover at least a portion of the second bedding. In some embodiments, the first and / or second bedding may be selected from: a mattress base, an adjustable mattress base, a mattress, a mattress cover, a fitted sheet, a mattress protector, and a sheet.

[0039] As used in the specification and appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” include the plural forms, and unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, references to a particular numerical value include at least that particular numerical value. Ranges described herein can be expressed as from “about” or “near” a particular numerical value and / or to “about” or “near” another particular numerical value. When a range is expressed in this way, another embodiment includes from that particular numerical value and / or to that other particular numerical value. Similarly, when a numerical value is indicated as an approximation by the preposition “about,” it should be understood that the particular numerical value itself constitutes another embodiment. It should also be understood that all spatial orientation expressions (e.g., horizontal, vertical, top, up, down, bottom, left, and right) are for illustrative purposes only and can vary within the scope of this disclosure. For example, the expressions “up” and “down” are relative and used only in contexts of comparison, and do not necessarily mean “higher” and “lower.”

[0040] The following discussion includes a description of a bedding system according to the principles of the present invention. Alternative embodiments are also disclosed. Exemplary embodiments of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. See also Figures 1 to 15 The diagram shows the components of a bedding system 20 according to the principles of the present invention.

[0041] System 20 includes bedding (e.g., a bedspread 22) and a mattress 24. In some embodiments, the bedspread 22 is a panel and configured to cover at least a portion of the mattress 24, constructed such that displacement of the bedspread 22 is mitigated during relative movement of the components of the mattress 24, as described herein. For example, the bedspread 22 may comprise one or more layers of fabric or other materials. For example, such as... Figure 2 and 3 As shown, the mattress cover 22 includes a side 26 and an opposing side 28. That is, side 28 is opposite to side 26. A segment 30 of the mattress cover 22 includes sides 26 and 28 and extends from a top surface 32 to an opposing bottom surface 34. Surfaces 32 and 34 each extend continuously from a first side surface 36 of the segment 30 to an opposing second side surface 38 of the segment 30. Surfaces 36 and 38 each extend continuously from surface 32 to surface 34. In some embodiments, when the mattress cover 22 is in an unstretched state, for example when no external force is applied to the mattress cover 22, surface 32 extends parallel to surface 34, and / or surface 36 extends parallel to surface 38. In some embodiments, when the mattress cover 22 is in an unstretched state, sides 36 and / or side 38 extend parallel to surfaces 32 and / or surface 34. In some embodiments, when the mattress cover 22 is in an unstretched state, segment 30 is planar from surface 32 to surface 34 and / or from surface 36 to surface 38.

[0042] It should be understood that while system 20 is described as having a mattress cover 22 configured to cover at least a portion of mattress 24, it is also contemplated that mattress cover 22 may include various mattress covers that may be used with mattress 24 or with different mattresses. In practice, it is contemplated that mattress cover 22 may be a flat sheet that may or may not contain elasticity, or it may be a fitted sheet that may or may not contain elastic or other stretchable material extending around at least a portion of the distal edge of the circumference of mattress cover 22, as understood by those skilled in the art. It is also contemplated that mattress cover 22 may include alternative mattress covers, such as mattress protectors, mattress pads, and / or mattress top layers. In such embodiments, mattress cover 22 may include two or more layers of fabric or other material, with filling and / or cushioning material disposed between two adjacent layers. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning material includes flexible materials, non-flexible materials, polyester fibers, wool, kapok, latex, foam, memory foam, feathers, gel, memory foam, and / or combinations or mixtures thereof. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning material includes a monolithic foam. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning materials comprise one or more materials disclosed in U.S. Patent Application 16 / 036,249, filed July 16, 2018, the entire contents of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning materials comprise a fiber matrix. In some embodiments, such fibers are made of a polymer, such as polyurethane. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning materials comprise electrospun fiber felt. In some embodiments, the filling and / or cushioning materials comprise microfilaments of multifilament or monofilament yarns. In some embodiments, the bedspread 22 may be in the form of a spacer fabric comprising two layers of fabric or other material joined together by a connecting layer (located between the inner surfaces of the two layers), the connecting layer being formed of microfilaments, which are either multifilament yarns (allowing the spacer fabric to have additional elasticity) or monofilament yarns (allowing additional breathability through and within the connecting layer). The connecting layer may take various shapes, such as tubular, pleated, or other engineered forms. In some embodiments, at least one of the two layers may be a breathable material, such as a ventilated or breathable fabric that allows airflow. In some embodiments, at least one of the two layers may include a waterproof or moisture-proof material or finish (an outer surface with a waterproof or moisture-proof treatment) to prevent water and / or other liquids from penetrating the material or outer surface. In this case, the material or outer surface may also be breathable to allow air to pass through, or it may be impermeable to deflect airflow.Combinations of these features may be used; for example, the bedspread 22 may be a spacer fabric having a first layer of breathable material, a connecting layer formed of monofilament yarns, and a second layer having a waterproof and non-breathable outer surface, such that air enters through the first layer, circulates throughout the connecting layer, and passes through the second layer, but is deflected by the outer surface of the second layer, thereby causing air to at least partially return to the connecting layer to circulate throughout its entire volume. In some embodiments, the bedspread 22 comprises one or more materials disclosed in U.S. Patent Application 15 / 410,989, filed January 20, 2017, the entire contents of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference.

[0043] The bedspread 22 includes segments 40 and 42 extending from surface 32, such that segments 42 and 40 are laterally adjacent. Those skilled in the art will understand that the bedspread 22 is separate between segments 40 and 42, and / or segments 40 and 42 define a separate structure, thereby making the bedspread 22 a separate sheet and / or a separate headboard. Segment 40 includes a bottom surface 44 and an opposing top surface 46. Surfaces 44 and 46 each extend continuously from a first side surface 48 of segment 40 to an opposing second side surface 50 of segment 40. Surfaces 48 and 50 each extend continuously from surface 44 to surface 46. Similarly, segment 42 includes a bottom surface 52 and an opposing top surface 54. Surfaces 52 and 54 each extend continuously from a first side surface 56 of segment 42 to an opposing second side surface 58 of segment 42. Surfaces 56 and 58 each extend continuously from surface 52 to surface 54. In some embodiments, surface 48 is continuous with surface 36, and / or surface 58 is continuous with surface 38. In some embodiments, suture 60 extends continuously from surface 36 to surface 38 and / or from surface 48 to surface 58. That is, suture 60 does not include gaps or voids between surfaces 36 and 38 and / or between surfaces 48 and 58. In some embodiments, surface 44 and / or surface 52 are joined to surface 32 by suture 60. For example, suture 60 may define a continuous seam connecting segment 40 to segment 30 and connecting segment 42 to segment 30.

[0044] In some embodiments, segments 30, 40, and 42 are all made of the same material. In some embodiments, at least one segment of segments 30, 40, and 42 is made of a different material than at least one segment of segments 30, 40, and 42. In some embodiments, segment 30 includes a first material, and segments 40 and 42 each include a second material different from the first material. For example, in some embodiments, segment 30 includes a breathable or porous first material, while segments 40 and 42 each include an impermeable or non-porous second material. In some embodiments, segments 30, 40, and / or 42 include one or more materials disclosed in U.S. Patent Application 15 / 141,223 (now U.S. Patent No. 9,788,661), filed April 28, 2016, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

[0045] Sections 30, 40, and 42 are configured to cover at least a portion of the upper surface or sleeping surface 25 of the mattress 24. The mattress 24 includes a lower surface 27 opposite to the surface 25 and a plurality of sidewalls, each sidewall extending from the surface 25 to the surface 27. In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, surface 25 is defined by portions 29, 31, and 33, each portion extending from an end of portion 29 such that portion 33 is laterally adjacent to portion 31. In some embodiments, portion 33 is movable relative to portion 31 to move mattress 24 between a first orientation and a second orientation, in the first orientation, portions 31 and 33 being coplanar with each other and / or with portion 29, and in the second orientation, portion 33 extending relative to portion 31 at an angle, for example, at an acute angle relative to portion 31. In some embodiments, portions 31 and / or 33 lie in a plane different from portion 29 such that when mattress 24 is in the second orientation, portions 31 and / or 33 are not coplanar with portion 29. The sidewalls of mattress 24 may include opposing sidewalls 35 and 37, and a sidewall 39 extending from wall 35 to wall 37. Portion 31 includes sidewall 41 and sidewall 43 extending transversely to wall 41. Similarly, portion 33 includes sidewall 45 and sidewall 47 extending transversely to wall 45. In some embodiments, walls 43 and 47 are joined at interface 49.

[0046] In some embodiments, the bedspread 22 includes a plurality of panels, each panel being configured to cover at least a portion of walls 35, 37, 39, 41, 43, and 45 when segments 30, 40, and 42 cover at least a portion of surface 25. For example, in some embodiments, the bedspread 22 includes a panel 62 extending from surface 34 such that panel 62 extends from surface 36 to surface 38. Panel 62 is configured to cover at least a portion of wall 39. Panel 64 of the bedspread 22 extends from surfaces 36 and 48 such that panel 64 extends from surface 34 to surface 46. Panel 64 is configured to cover at least a portion of wall 35. Panel 66 of the bedspread 22 extends from surfaces 38 and 58 such that panel 66 extends from surface 34 to surface 54. Panel 66 is configured to cover at least a portion of wall 37. Panel 68 of the bedspread 22 extends from surface 46 such that panel 68 extends from surface 48 to surface 50. Panel 68 is configured to form at least a portion of cover wall 41. Panel 70 of bedspread 22 extends from surface 50 such that panel 70 extends from surface 44 to surface 46. Panel 70 is configured to form at least a portion of cover wall 43. Panel 72 of bedspread 22 extends from surface 54 such that panel 72 extends from surface 56 to surface 58. Panel 72 is configured to form at least a portion of cover wall 45. Panel 74 of bedspread 22 extends from surface 56 such that panel 74 extends from surface 52 to surface 54. Panel 74 is configured to form at least a portion of cover wall 47. In some embodiments, panels 70 and 74 are engaged at an interface. As described herein, the bottom edges of panels 62, 64, 66, 68, 70, 72, and 74 may include an elastic or other stretchable material along at least a portion thereof, such that bedspread 22 is a fitted sheet.

[0047] In some embodiments, the bedspread 22 includes, for example, a flange 76 that projects laterally from section 40 toward section 42, and a flange 78 that projects laterally from section 41 toward section 40. In some embodiments, flange 76 extends laterally from surface 50, and flange 78 extends laterally from surface 56. For example, as Figure 5A As shown, at the split structure defined by segments 40 and 42 and discussed herein, flange 76 extends laterally from surface 50, and flange 78 extends laterally from surface 56. Flanges 76 and 78 each include a distal end positioned adjacent to segment 30 and a proximal end opposite to it. Similarly, as... Figure 5AAs shown, flange 76 includes an edge 76a facing flange 78, and flange 78 includes an edge 78a facing flange 76. In some embodiments, edges 76a and 78a are defined by edgings formed in the bedspread 22 along the length of flange 76 and along the length of flange 78, respectively. Edges 76a and 78a are joined at the distal ends of flanges 76 and 78, but not at the proximal ends. Specifically, edges 76a and 78a are joined at the distal ends of flanges 76 and 78 such that flange 78 does not overlap or intersect with flange 76, and / or flange 76 does not overlap or intersect with flange 78. That is, no portion of flange 76 overlaps with any portion of flange 78, and vice versa. In some embodiments, edges 76a and 78a are connected to each other at the distal ends of flanges 76 and 78 by stitching, adhesive, nails, barbs, protruding elements, spikes, clamps, snaps, friction mating elements, compression mating elements, expansion rivets, staples, magnetic connectors, and / or posts. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 5B As shown, edges 76a and 78a are not joined at the distal ends of flanges 76 and 78, but are connected to segment 30 by sutures 60 and / or by stitches overlapping sutures 60, respectively. In some embodiments, edges 76a and / or 78a are straight along their entire length.

[0048] As is known to those skilled in the art, for example, the proximal ends of the flanges 76 and 78 are joined without stitching, thereby allowing relative movement between the flanges 76 and 78 to move the bedspread 22 between a first and a second orientation. In the first orientation, edges 76a and 78a at the proximal ends of the flanges 76 and 78 are spaced apart to define an opening or partition region 75 between them. In the second orientation, edges 76a and 78a at the proximal ends of the flanges 76 and 78 are engaged. Moving the bedspread 22 from the first orientation to the second orientation closes the opening 75, and moving the bedspread 22 from the second orientation to the first orientation opens the opening 75. In some embodiments, when the bedspread 22 is in the second orientation, edge 76a is engaged with edge 78a along the entire length of edge 76a and edge 78a. In some embodiments, the opening 75 is V-shaped.

[0049] The bedspread 22 includes a seam 80 located between a flange 76 and a section 40, thus defining a binding as described herein. The bedspread 22 also includes a seam 82 located between a flange 78 and a section 42, such that the flange 78 defines a binding as described herein. In other words, seams 80 and 82 define bindings in the bedspread 22 along flanges 76 and 78, respectively. In some embodiments, seam 80 extends through the interface between flange 76 and section 40, and / or seam 82 extends through the interface between flange 78 and section 42. In some embodiments, the material constituting flange 76 is the same as the material constituting section 40, and / or the material constituting flange 78 is the same as the material constituting section 42.

[0050] The distal ends of segments 40 and 42, and the distal ends of flanges 76 and 78, are connected by a joint (e.g., a patch 84). Specifically, the patch 84 comprises a sheet of material independent of the materials constituting segment 30, segment 40, segment 42, flange 76, and flange 78. The patch 84 is attached to the mattress cover 22 such that it engages directly with side 28. In some embodiments, the distal end of the patch 84 includes an end face spaced apart from the interface between segment 30 and segments 40 and 42. That is, in some embodiments, such as... Figure 5B As shown, the reinforcing piece 84 is sewn only to the flanges 76 and 78, but not to section 30, so that the suture 60 does not extend through the reinforcing piece 84. In some embodiments, for example, as Figure 8 and 9As shown, the reinforcing piece 84 is sewn to section 30 by seam 60, stitches overlapping seam 60, or some other separate seam 90. In some embodiments, flanges 76 and 78 are connected to each other by the reinforcing piece 84 such that flanges 76 and 78 remain together at their distal ends and do not pull apart and / or begin to tear. The reinforcing piece 84 is configured to provide structural support for and / or retain the structure of sections 30, 40, and 42 of the mattress cover 22. That is, in some embodiments, for example, when external forces are applied to the mattress cover 22 during movement of the mattress 24, the reinforcing piece 84 prevents section 40 from separating from section 30 and / or prevents section 42 from separating from section 30. Specifically, when the mattress cover 22 is applied to the cover 24 and portion 31 moves relative to section 33 and / or at least one of portion 31 and portion 33 moves relative to portion 29, the reinforcing piece 84 prevents section 40 from separating from section 30 and / or prevents section 42 from separating from section 30. By preventing section 40 from separating from section 30 and / or preventing section 42 from separating from section 30 during movement of the mattress 24, the reinforcing piece 84 allows the mattress cover 22 to remain attached to the mattress 24 during movement of the mattress 24, such that the mattress cover 22 covers at least a portion of the mattress 24, for example, covering surface 25 during movement of the mattress 24. It is also conceivable that the reinforcing piece 84 prevents the mattress cover 22 from wrinkling during relative movement of the mattress 24. When the mattress cover 22 is in the aforementioned first orientation, the reinforcing piece 84 extends through the opening 75 such that, when viewed from side 26, the reinforcing piece 84 is visible between flanges 76 and 78 within the opening 75. In some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet 84 is made of a material that is more stretchable than the material used to form segments 30, 40, and / or 42. For example, in some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet 84 is made of spandex, while segments 30, 40, and / or 42 are made of a material that is less stretchable than spandex. In some embodiments, the reinforcing sheet 84 is made of an elastic material, while segments 30, 40, and / or 42 are made of an inelastic material.

[0051] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5B and Figure 7As shown, sutures 80 and 82 do not extend through the reinforcing piece 84. The reinforcing piece 84 is connected to segments 40 and 42 and / or flanges 76 and 78 via sutures 86 and 88 that are separate from and / or different from sutures 80 and 82. This allows the reinforcing piece 84 to be connected to segments 40 and 42 in a second manner different from sutures 80 and 82. This also allows the reinforcing piece 84 to be connected to segments 40 and 42 and / or flanges 76 and 78 after segments 40 and 42 are connected to segment 30. That is, segments 30, 40, and 42 may define a first single body including sutures 80 and 82, while the reinforcing piece 84 may define a second single body connected to the single body defined by segments 30, 40, and 42 via sutures 86 and 88. In other words, in some embodiments, segment 40 and / or segment 42 can be connected to segment 30 by suture 60, and reinforcing piece 84 can be connected to segment 40, segment 42 and / or flange 76, flange 78 by suture 86, suture 88. In some embodiments, suture 80, suture 82 extend through and connect reinforcing piece 84 to segment 40, segment 42 and / or flange 76, flange 78. In some embodiments, suture 86 is applied to and / or passes through a portion of suture 80, and / or suture 88 is applied to and / or passes through a portion of suture 82. In some embodiments, suture 86 and / or suture 88 are straight along their entire length. In some embodiments, suture 86 extends at an acute angle relative to suture 88, and / or suture 86 intersects suture 88. In some embodiments, suture 60 is separated from the distal end of reinforcing piece 84 such that suture 60 does not extend through reinforcing piece 84. That is, the reinforcing piece 84 is spaced apart from the suture 60. In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the bedspread 22 includes a separate and distinct seam 90 from the seam 60. In some embodiments, the seam 90 is applied over the seam 60 to provide reinforcement.

[0052] In some embodiments, the mattress cover 22 includes fasteners 92 extending through the mattress cover 22 to further facilitate maintaining the connection between the mattress cover 22 and the mattress 24 during movement of the mattress 24, as described herein. For example, in one embodiment, as... Figure 10AAs shown, the fastener 92 includes a first portion 94 and a second portion 100. The first portion 94 has an end 96 connected to a reinforcing piece 84 and an opposing end 98 connected to a panel of section 30 and / or the bed cover 22. The second portion 100 has an end 102 connected to the reinforcing piece 84 and an opposing end 104 connected to a panel of section 30 and / or the bed cover 22. In some embodiments, the ends 96 and 102 are directly engaged with each other and / or integrally formed with each other. In some embodiments, the ends 96 and 102 are spaced apart from each other by the reinforcing piece 84. In some embodiments, the end 98 is directly connected to the panel 64 and / or the end 104 is directly coupled to the panel 66. In some embodiments, the end 98 is directly connected to the distal edge 106 of the panel 64. Figure 1 ), and / or end 104 is directly connected to the distal edge 108 of panel 66 ( Figure 1 It is conceivable that fastener 92 may be in the form of a strap and / or a band, wherein portion 94 defines a first strap or band, and portion 100 defines a second strap or band. It is also conceivable that portion 94 may include two or more straps or bands, and portion 100 may include two or more straps or bands.

[0053] exist Figure 10B and Figure 10C In the illustrated embodiment, end 96 of portion 94 is connected to the distal edge of panel 68, end 98 of portion 94 is connected to the distal edge of panel 64, end 102 of portion 100 is connected to the distal edge of panel 72, and end 104 of portion 100 is connected to the distal edge of panel 66. That is, portions 94 and 100 are separate strips, each extending from the apex (boundary length) of segment 40 or segment 42 to the distal edge of one of panels 64 or 66. In some embodiments, such as Figure 10CAs shown, portions 94 and 100 each extend at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal axis defined by the mattress cover 22. Their orientation is maintained when the mattress cover 22 is applied to the mattress 24 to further help maintain the connection between the mattress cover 22 and the mattress 24 during movement of the mattress 24. In other words, although the reinforcing piece 84 creates a strong connection between sections 40 and 42, the use of fasteners 92 for the separate portions 94 and 100 allows the mattress cover 22 to be secured to the mattress 24 in a manner that reduces and / or prevents relative movement between the mattress cover 22 and the mattress 24 when the mattress moves in different orientations. Those skilled in the art will understand that connecting ends 98 and 104 to the distal edges of panels 64 and 66 creates tension between the apex corners of sections 40 and 42, causing the folds 76 and 78 of the mattress cover to fit snugly against portions 31 and 33 of the mattress 24, with tension neither too great to cause excessive rebound upon release nor too small to cause folds 76 and 78 to sag around portions 31 and 33. As described herein, the tilting orientation of portions 94 and 100 tilts portions 94 and 100 away from folds 76 and 78 and portions 31 and 33. In some embodiments, the tilting orientation of portions 94 and 100 and the connections of ends 96, 98, 102, and 104 can vary depending on the mattress cover size. For example, in some embodiments, the use of fasteners across each head is preferably removable and adjustable relative to the distal edge connection point. As described herein, the distal edge join (regardless of the join method) is preferably positioned such that the distance from the apex of the "split" portion through the perimeter of the mattress cover to the distal edge join varies depending on the size of the mattress cover (the larger the mattress cover, the longer the distance). In some embodiments, for a king-size mattress cover, the preferred distance (providing adequate tension) is approximately 75 inches (shorter for a large mattress cover, longer for a Cal king). In some embodiments, this distance represents approximately 35% (75 / 210 inches) of the distance from one apex to the other (the entire perimeter of the mattress cover). In some embodiments, this range is 30%–40%. As an example, Figure 10C The image shows the perimeter of the bedspread divided into three “equal” lengths – two fastened perimeter sections (which appear as “rings” in the image) and an unfastened perimeter section extending from one “ring” to the other.

[0054] In one embodiment, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12As shown, portions 94 and 100 are elastic bands, such as elastic straps, and each of edges 106 and 108 is provided with an elastic band 110 such that ends 98 and 104 are directly engaged with one of the bands 110. In some embodiments, the band 110 comprises a portion. In some embodiments, the band 110 comprises more than one portion, wherein multiple portions of the band 110 are connected to each other to form the band 110. In some embodiments, the band 110 is continuously applied to the periphery of the bedspread 22 defined by edge 106 to use the bedspread 22 as a fitted sheet or mattress protector. In some embodiments, ends 98 and 104 are directly engaged with one of the bands 110 by means of hook and loop fasteners, fasteners, screws, adhesives, nails, barbs, protruding elements, spikes, clamps, snaps, friction fits, compression fits, expansion rivets, staples, fixing plates, keys / keyways, tongue-and-groove structures, dovetail structures, magnetic connectors, and / or posts. In some embodiments, as Figure 12 As shown, the female connector 112 is directly connected to each belt 110, and the male connector 114 is connected to each end 98, end 104. The size and shape of each connector 114 are configured to be disposed within a connector 112 in a snap-fit ​​structure. It is also conceivable that connectors 112 and 114 can be interchanged, such that connector 114 is connected to belt 110, while connector 112 is connected to ends 98, end 104. In one embodiment, end 98 is connected to belt 110 by a fastener. For example, in one embodiment, as... Figure 11 As shown, end 98 includes a slit or fastener opening for receiving a fastener connected to the belt 110. In one embodiment, as... Figure 12 As shown, end 98 is connected to the belt via connectors 112 and 114. In one embodiment, as... Figure 12 As shown, regardless of the type of connection device, each distal edge can have more than one connection point / joint point available for user use.

[0055] In one embodiment, such as Figure 13 As shown, the stud 116 is connected to the belt 110, and ends 98 and 104 each include a socket 118. Specifically, each socket 118 is configured to receive the stud 116 therein, such that each socket 118 forms a snap-fit ​​fastener with the stud 116. In some embodiments, each socket 118 includes a spring that engages a recess in one of the sockets 118 to hold one of the sockets 118 together with one of the studs 116.

[0056] As described above, segments 30, 40, and 42 are connected together during assembly, operation, and use. The reinforcing piece 84 is either assembled with segments 30, 40, and 42, or attached to segments 30, 40, and 42 after assembly. The mattress cover 22 is then applied to the mattress 24 by directly engaging the side 28 with the surface 25, such that segment 30 covers at least a portion of segment 29, segment 40 covers at least a portion of segment 31, and segment 42 covers at least a portion of segment 33. In some embodiments, fasteners 94 are connected directly to segment 30 or via panels 64 and 66 to mitigate displacement of the mattress cover 22 during movement of the mattress 24, such as during relative movement between at least one of segments 29 and 31 and / or between segments 31 and 33.

[0057] In one embodiment, system 20 includes two mattress covers 22 adapted for use together. For example, in one embodiment, one of the mattress covers 22 is a fitted sheet configured to be positioned on the second mattress cover 22, which is a mattress protector. In such an embodiment, the respective distal edge connections of each mattress cover 22 can be positioned away from each other so as not to interfere with their respective operation. Alternatively, the upper mattress cover can use either available distal edge connection location located on the lower mattress cover. In one specific embodiment, such as Figure 14 As shown, system 20 includes two mattress covers 22, which are the same as or similar to the mattress cover 22 discussed herein, and will be described as mattress cover 22' and mattress cover 22'" to distinguish the two mattress covers 22. In this embodiment, mattress cover 22' is configured to be laid directly on a pad or mattress (e.g., mattress 24), and mattress cover 22' is configured to be laid directly on mattress cover 22'. In particular, mattress cover 22' is laid on mattress 24 by directly engaging side 28 with surface 25 such that section 30 covers at least a portion of portion 29, section 40 covers at least a portion of portion 31, and section 42 covers at least a portion of portion 33. Once the mattress cover 22' is laid on the mattress 24, the mattress cover 22" is laid on top of the mattress cover 22'. For example, the mattress cover 22" is laid on top of the mattress cover 22' by directly joining side 28 of the mattress cover 22" to side 26 of the mattress cover 22', such that section 30 of the mattress cover 22" covers at least a portion of section 30 of the mattress cover 22', section 40 of the mattress cover 22" covers at least a portion of section 40 of the mattress cover 22', and section 42 of the mattress cover 22" covers at least a portion of section 42 of the mattress cover 22'.

[0058] In this embodiment, it is conceivable that the mattress cover 22' is secured to the mattress 24 using portions 94 and 100 of its fasteners 92, which can mitigate and / or prevent relative movement between the mattress cover 22' and the mattress 24 when the mattress 24 moves between different orientations, as described herein. Similarly, the mattress cover 22" can be secured to the mattress 24 using portions 94 and 100 of its fasteners 92 in a manner that mitigates and / or prevents relative movement between the mattress cover 22" and the mattress 24 when the mattress 24 moves between different orientations, as described herein, and also to prevent relative movement between the mattress cover 22" and the mattress cover 22'. In this case, the distal edge connection points of the mattress cover 22' and the mattress cover 22" are positioned relative to each other so that they do not overlap / cover each other or otherwise interfere with each other. Optionally, the mattress cover 22' and mattress cover 22" may utilize the same / similar joining method, such that portions 94 and 100 of the fastener 92 of the mattress cover 22" may utilize any available distal edge connection point of the lower mattress cover 22'. Similarly, it should be understood that although the mattress cover 22 is described as a sheet, such as a fitted sheet and / or a flat sheet, it is contemplated that the mattress cover 22' may take the form of a mattress protector or mattress cover / cover, which includes cushioning material, such as foam or filling material, to provide a comfort layer. It is also contemplated that the mattress cover 22" may be a sheet, such as a sheet covering a mattress protector or mattress cover / cover, wherein the mattress cover 22" does not include cushioning material and / or filling material.

[0059] In some embodiments, in addition to the mattress 24, the system 20 also includes an adjustable base / pedestal 126, with the mattress 24 situated on top of the adjustable base / pedestal 126, and at least one mattress cover 22 covering the mattress 24. In some embodiments, the adjustable base / pedestal 126 is identical or similar to the base 200 described in U.S. Patent Application 17 / 155,857, filed January 22, 2021, the entire contents of which are expressly incorporated herein by reference. In particular, the adjustable base / pedestal 126 may include a frame 202 and a tilting assembly 204 connected to the frame 202. In some embodiments, one or more power units, such as one or more fans 206, are connected to the frame 202. In some embodiments, the fan 206 is configured to generate a negative pressure that moves air near the surface 29 into the cavity of the mattress 24. In some embodiments, the fan 206 is configured to generate a negative pressure that moves air within the cavity of the mattress 24 into the housing of the fan 206. In some embodiments, fan 206 is configured to generate positive pressure that expels air from the cavity of mattress 24. In some embodiments, base 200 includes one or more fans.

[0060] The adjustable base / pedestal 126 may include a platform 216 having multiple segments that can be rotated and / or pivoted relative to each other via a tilting assembly 204 to selectively tilt the mattress 24. For example, in one embodiment, the platform 216 includes a segment 216a connected to segment 216b via a hinge 218. Segment 216b is rotatable relative to segment 216a about the hinge 218 to move the platform 216 between a first orientation in which segment 216a extends parallel to segment 216b, and in a second orientation in which segment 216a extends relative to segment 216b at an angle between approximately 1 degree and approximately 90 degrees. The mattress 24 is configured to lie between opposite sides of the platform 216 of the frame to prevent the mattress 24 from slipping relative to the base 200.

[0061] In one embodiment, the frame 202 includes longitudinal guide rails 210a and 210b, and transverse guide rails 212a, 212b, 212c, 212d, 212e, and 212f, each transverse guide rail connecting guide rails 210a and 210b. Guide rails 210a and 210b extend parallel to each other. Guide rails 212a, 212b, 212c, 212d, 212e, and 212f extend perpendicular to guide rails 210a and 210b. Vertical support legs 214a and 214b are supported by guide rails 210a, 210b, and 212a; vertical support legs 214c and 214d are supported by guide rails 210a, 210b, and 212c; and vertical support legs 214e and 214f ​​are supported by guide rails 210a, 210b, and 212e. Guide rails 210a, 210b, 212a, 212b, 212c, 212d, 212e, and 212f support platform 216 and the fan 206 located below platform 216.

[0062] Platform 216 includes segments 216c, 216d, 216e, 216f, 216g, and 216h. Segment 216d is connected to segment 216c via one or more hinges 218a and is rotatable relative to segment 216c about hinges 218a; segment 216d is connected to segment 216e via one or more hinges 218b and is rotatable relative to segment 216e about hinges 218b; segment 216f is connected to segment 216e via one or more hinges 218c and is rotatable relative to segment 216e about hinges 218c; segment 216g is connected to segment 216f via one or more hinges 218d and is rotatable relative to segment 216f about hinges 218d; and segment 216h is connected to segment 216g via one or more hinges 218e and is rotatable relative to segment 216g about hinges 218e.

[0063] The tilting assembly 204 includes a hydraulic cylinder 220, which includes a tube 222 connected to a guide rail 212a and a rod 224. One end 226 of the rod 224 is movably disposed in the tube 222, and the other end 228 of the rod 224 is directly connected to the guide rail 212b. The rod 224 is movable relative to the tube 222 to move the guide rail 212b toward and away from the guide rail 212a. As the guide rail 212b moves toward the guide rail 212a, segment 216d rotates relative to segment 216c about a hinge 218a in a first rotational direction. As the guide rail 212b moves away from the guide rail 212a, segment 216d rotates relative to segment 216c about a hinge 218a in the opposite second rotational direction. In some embodiments, the tube 222 is connected to segment 216d, while the end 228 is directly connected to the guide rail 212a.

[0064] The tilting assembly 204 also includes a hydraulic cylinder 230, which includes a tube 232 connected to a guide rail 212d and a rod 234. One end 236 of the rod 234 is movably disposed in the tube 232, and the other end 238 of the rod 234 is directly connected to the guide rail 212c. The rod 234 is movable relative to the tube 232 to move the guide rail 212c toward and away from the guide rail 212d. As the guide rail 212c moves toward the guide rail 212d, segment 216h rotates relative to segment 216g about hinge 218e in a first rotational direction. As the guide rail 212c moves away from the guide rail 212d, segment 216h rotates relative to segment 216g about hinge 218e in the opposite second rotational direction. In some embodiments, the tube 232 is connected to segment 216g, and end 238 is directly connected to the guide rail 212d.

[0065] In operation and use, the mattress 24 is placed on top of the platform 216, so that the surface 27 directly engages with the platform 216. As described herein, the mattress cover 22 is then placed on the mattress 24. The adjustable base / pedestal 126 can then be used to move the mattress 24 from... Figure 15 The planar configuration shown is moved to an inclined or non-planar configuration (not shown). In the planar configuration, surface 25 is planar on portions 29, 31, and 33. In the non-planar configuration, surface 25 of portion 29 extends at an angle relative to segment 31 and / or segment 33, for example, at an acute angle relative to segment 31 and / or segment 33. In particular, as discussed herein, the movement of guide rail 212b relative to guide rail 212a and / or the movement of guide rail 212c relative to guide rail 212d causes the mattress 24 to move from a planar configuration to an inclined or non-planar configuration.

[0066] It is conceivable that the adjustable base / base 126 can be adapted to independently tilt portion 31 relative to portion 29 without tilting portion 33 relative to portion 29. For example, in some embodiments, the adjustable base / base 126 can be adjusted such that section 216c includes, for example, spaced-apart sections movable relative to each other, wherein the hydraulic cylinders 220 and pipes 222 include two spaced-apart hydraulic cylinders 220 and two spaced-apart pipes 222, such that one set of hydraulic cylinders 220 and pipes 222 is connected to one of the spaced-apart sections of section 216c, while another set of hydraulic cylinders 220 and pipes 222 is connected to another spaced-apart section of section 216c. In other embodiments, system 20 may include two adjustable bases / bases 126 to allow portion 31 to tilt independently relative to portion 29 without tilting portion 33 relative to portion 29. For example, system 20 may include a first adjustable base / base 126 that supports 31 to tilt 31 relative to 29, and may include a second adjustable base / base 126 that supports 33 to tilt 33 relative to 29. As described above, for example... Figure 1 and Figure 14As shown, portion 31 can be tilted at an angle relative to portion 33 in various ways, such that portion 31 is tilted at an angle relative to portion 33, and vice versa. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 10 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 20 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 30 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 40 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 50 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 60 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 70 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 80 degrees relative to portion 33. In some embodiments, portion 31 can be at an angle of approximately 1 to 90 degrees relative to portion 33.

[0067] It should be understood that various modifications can be made to the embodiments disclosed herein. For example, features of any embodiment can be combined with features of any other embodiment. Therefore, the above description should not be construed as limiting the invention, but merely as examples of various embodiments. Other modifications will be conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope and spirit of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A bedding product comprising: First section; The second segment extends from the first segment; A third segment extending from the first segment, such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment; A first member that protrudes laterally from the second section toward the third section; A second member protruding laterally from the third section toward the second section; and The joint between the connecting section and the component, The edge joints of the components are such that the first component does not cover any part of the second component.

2. The bedding according to claim 1, wherein the joint includes a reinforcing piece.

3. The bedding of claim 2, wherein the components are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first orientation and a second orientation, wherein in the first orientation a portion of the edge of the first component is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second component to define an opening between the portion of the edge of the first component and the portion of the edge of the second component, and in the second orientation a portion of the edge of the first component engages with a portion of the edge of the second component.

4. The bedding according to claim 3, wherein when the bedding is in the first position, the reinforcing piece extends through the opening.

5. The bedding according to claim 3, wherein the opening is V-shaped.

6. The bedding according to claim 1, wherein the bedding includes a first strap and a second strap, the first strap having a first end connected to the second segment and an opposite second end connected to the first segment, and the second strap having a first end connected to the third segment and an opposite second end connected to the first segment.

7. The bedding according to claim 1, wherein the bedding includes a panel, the panel including the segment and the member, the panel including opposing first and second sides, and the joint including a reinforcing piece sewn to one of the sides.

8. The bedding of claim 1, wherein the bedding includes a panel, the panel including the segment and the member, the joint including a reinforcing piece, and the bedding including a seam extending through the reinforcing piece and the panel to connect the reinforcing piece to the panel.

9. The bedding of claim 1, wherein the bedding includes a panel, the panel including the segment and the member, the joint including a reinforcing piece, the bedding including a first seam and a second seam, the first seam extending through the reinforcing piece and defining an interface between the second segment and the first member, and the second seam extending through the reinforcing piece and defining an interface between the third segment and the second member.

10. The bedding according to claim 9, wherein both the first seam and the second seam are straight, and the second seam extends at an acute angle relative to the first seam.

11. The bedding according to claim 9, wherein both the first seam and the second seam are straight, and the second seam intersects the first seam.

12. The bedding of claim 1, wherein the first section includes opposing top and bottom surfaces, the second section and the third section extend from the top surface, the first section includes opposing first and second side surfaces, the first and second side surfaces extend from the top surface to the bottom surface, and the bottom surface extends continuously from the first side surface to the second side surface.

13. A bedding system comprising: Mattresses, including: Part One The second part extending from the first part, and A third portion extending from the first portion, such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion; and Bedding, including: A first segment is constructed to cover at least a portion of the first part. A second segment extends from the first segment and is configured to cover at least a portion of the second portion. A third segment extending from the first segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment, the third segment being configured to cover at least a portion of the third portion. The first member protrudes laterally from the second section toward the third section. The second member protrudes laterally from the third section toward the second section. The joint between the connecting section and the component, The first belt has a first end connected to the second segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment, and The second strip has a first end connected to the third segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment. The edges of the components are joined such that the first component does not cover any part of the second component, and The fasteners reduce the displacement of the bedding during movement of the mattress.

14. The bedding system of claim 13, wherein the joint includes a reinforcing piece.

15. The bedding system of claim 14, wherein the components are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first orientation and a second orientation, wherein in the first orientation a portion of the edge of the first component is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second component to define an opening between the portion of the edge of the first component and the portion of the edge of the second component, and in the second orientation a portion of the edge of the first component engages with a portion of the edge of the second component.

16. The bedding system of claim 15, wherein when the bedding is in the first orientation, the reinforcing piece extends through the opening.

17. The bedding system of claim 13, wherein the bedding includes a panel, the panel including the segment and the member, the joint including a reinforcing piece, the bedding including a first seam and a second seam, the first seam extending through the reinforcing piece and defining an interface between the second segment and the first member, and the second seam extending through the reinforcing piece and defining an interface between the third segment and the second member.

18. The bedding system of claim 17, wherein both the first seam and the second seam are straight, and the second seam extends at an acute angle relative to the first seam.

19. The bedding system of claim 17, wherein the first seam and the second seam are both straight, and the second seam intersects the first seam.

20. A bedding product comprising: First section; The second segment extends from the first segment; A third segment extending from the first segment, such that the third segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment; A first member that protrudes laterally from the second section toward the third section; A second member that protrudes laterally from the third section toward the second section; The joint between connecting sections and components; The first belt has a first end connected to the second segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment; as well as The second strip has a first end connected to the third segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment. The edge joining of the components is such that the first component does not cover any part of the second component. The joint includes a reinforcing sheet. The components are movable relative to each other to move the bedding between a first and a second orientation. In the first orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component is spaced apart from a portion of the edge of the second component to define an opening between the portions of the edges of the first and second components. In the second orientation, a portion of the edge of the first component engages with a portion of the edge of the second component. When the bedding is in the first position, the reinforcing piece extends through the opening.

21. A bedding system comprising: Mattresses, including: Part One The second part extends from the first part. A third portion extending from the first portion, such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion; and The first category of bedding includes: A first segment is constructed to cover at least a portion of the first part; A second segment extends from the first segment and is configured to cover at least a portion of the second part; A third segment extending from the first segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment, the third segment being configured to cover at least a portion of the third portion. The first member protrudes laterally from the second section toward the third section. The second member protrudes laterally from the third section toward the second section. The joints between connecting sections and components, and A first fastener configured to mitigate displacement of the first bedding during mattress movement; and The second set of bedding includes: A first section configured to cover at least a portion of a first section of the first bedding. A second segment extending from the first segment of the second bedding and configured to cover at least a portion of the second segment of the first bedding, A third segment extending from the first segment of the second bedding, such that the third segment of the second bedding is laterally adjacent to the second segment of the second bedding, the third segment of the second bedding being configured to cover at least a portion of the third segment of the first bedding. A first member protruding laterally from the second section of the second bedding toward the third section of the second bedding. A second member protruding laterally from the third section of the second bedding toward the second section of the second bedding. The joint connecting the section of the second bedding and the components of the second bedding, and A second fastener configured to mitigate displacement of the second bedding during movement of the first bedding and the mattress.

22. A bedding system comprising: A base comprising a frame and a platform connected to the frame, the platform comprising a first panel and a second panel rotatable relative to the first panel; Mattresses, including: Part One The second part extending from the first part, and A third portion extending from the first portion, such that the third portion is laterally adjacent to the second portion, and the panel is directly below one of the second portion and the third portion; and Bedding, including: A first segment is constructed to cover at least a portion of the first part. A second segment extends from the first segment and is configured to cover at least a portion of the second portion. A third segment extending from the first segment is laterally adjacent to the second segment, the third segment being configured to cover at least a portion of the second segment. The first member protrudes laterally from the second section toward the third section. The second member protrudes laterally from the third section toward the second section. The joint between the connecting section and the component, The first belt has a first end connected to the second segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment, and The second strip has a first end connected to the third segment and a opposite second end connected to the first segment. The second panel rotates relative to the first panel to move the mattress from a first position to a second position. In the first position, the top surface of the second segment is coplanar with the top surface of the third segment. In the second position, the top surface of the third segment extends at an acute angle relative to the second segment. The edges of the components are joined such that the first component does not cover any part of the second component, and The fasteners reduce the displacement of the bedding during movement of the mattress.

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