Box-like laundry net

Abstract

To provide a box-like laundry net that is devised so as to be usable as a laundry basket or a cloth basket and compactly foldable.SOLUTION: A box-like laundry net is formed of mesh-like raw material. The box-like laundry net comprises: a box-like body 2, which has a bottom 21, a lateral wall part 22 raised from outer periphery of the bottom 21, and an opening 2a formed on a top edge of the lateral wall part 22; and a framework part 3 provided on the lateral wall part 22. The state of the framework part 3 can be changed between a reinforcing state of making the lateral wall part 22 self-stand as a strength member and a non-reinforcing state of not making the lateral wall part 22 self-stand. The lateral wall part 22 is substantially square cylinder in plan view. The framework part 3 may be provided on each of a pair of wall surfaces facing each other of the lateral wall part 22.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a box-shaped laundry net that can also be used as a laundry basket, a clothes basket, etc. [Background technology]

[0002] Various laundry nets and laundry bags that can also be used as laundry baskets have been proposed (see, for example, Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2). The laundry nets described in Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2 are self-standing and can be used as laundry baskets or clothes baskets, and can also be placed directly in a washing machine for washing. They can also be used as bags to hold laundry and take to a laundromat or the like. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Utility Model Application Publication No. 7-39786 [Patent Document 2] Utility Model Registration No. 3208889 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] However, the laundry nets and the like described in Patent Documents 1 and 2 are difficult to fold compactly due to their self-standing structure, and if folded carelessly, they may become deformed when standing upright. In particular, when considering use as a laundry basket, they are relatively large, which makes them inconvenient for transportation, storage, and display in stores, etc. On the other hand, if priority is given to being able to fold compactly, then the problem of difficulty in standing upright arises.

[0005] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION In view of the above circumstances, the present invention aims to provide a box-shaped laundry net that can be used as a laundry basket or a clothes basket and that is designed to be foldable into a compact size. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The present invention provides a box-shaped laundry net that achieves the above object, comprising: a box-shaped main body made of a mesh material, the main body having a bottom and side walls rising from the periphery of the bottom, with openings formed at the upper ends of the side walls; a framework portion provided on the side wall portion, The framework is characterized in that it can be changed between a reinforced state in which the side wall portions are made to stand on their own as strength members, and a non-reinforced state in which the side wall portions are not made to stand on their own.

[0007] Here, the non-reinforced state in which the side wall portion is not self-supporting refers to a state in which the side wall portion is not self-supporting and does not interfere with folding. Also, the opening may be freely closable by a closing member such as a zipper.

[0008] In the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, the frame can be changed between a reinforced state in which the side walls function as strength members and are self-supporting, and an unreinforced state in which the side walls are not self-supporting. Therefore, when the frame is in the reinforced state in which it functions as a strength member, it can be stably supported and is suitable for use as a laundry basket or a clothes hamper. On the other hand, by changing the frame to the unreinforced state, it can be folded compactly, which is convenient for transportation, storage, and display in stores, etc. Furthermore, even when changing from the unreinforced state to the reinforced state in which the side walls are self-supporting, deformation is unlikely to occur, and there is little risk of problems with use as a laundry basket or a clothes hamper.

[0009] In the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, the side wall portion has a substantially rectangular cylindrical shape in a plan view, The framework may be provided on each of a pair of opposing wall surfaces of the side wall.

[0010] Here, the term "generally rectangular cylindrical shape" in plan view also includes a form in which the corners are slightly rounded.

[0011] By adopting this configuration, it is possible to ensure a wide opening area for the opening formed at the upper end of the side wall portion, making it easier to put laundry in when using it as a laundry basket or clothes basket.

[0012] Furthermore, in the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, the framework may be in a downward U-shape.

[0013] The shape of the framework is not particularly limited and may be, for example, a square frame, but by making it a downward U-shape, the side wall can be made to stand up efficiently. Also, in the case where the framework is configured by a core material and a bag-shaped portion into which the core material is inserted and removed, the work of inserting and removing the core material into the bag-shaped portion becomes easy.

[0014] Furthermore, in the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, the framework portion is A core material and The bag-shaped portion can be opened and closed by a fastener, and the core material can be inserted and removed therefrom. It is preferable that the framework portion be in the reinforced state by inserting the core material into the bag-shaped portion, and be changed to the non-reinforced state by removing the core material from the bag-shaped portion.

[0015] This configuration allows for easy switching between the reinforced and non-reinforced states. Furthermore, if the core is made of, for example, a hard foam material, there is little risk of the core bending or curving interfering with washing, even when the core is inserted into the bag-shaped portion and placed in a washing machine. Furthermore, by using a hard foam material for the core, the buoyancy of the core makes it less likely to sink to the bottom during washing, thereby preventing problems such as entanglement with other laundry.

[0016] Furthermore, in the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, the framework may be tubular and have air plugs, and the framework can be put into the reinforced state by injecting air into the air plugs and can be changed to the non-reinforced state by releasing air from the air plugs. In other words, the framework has the function of a life jacket.

[0017] Here, the framework may be a tubular member made of vinyl chloride resin.

[0018] By adopting this configuration, the state can be changed between the reinforced state and the non-reinforced state by letting air in and out. Also, during washing in a washing machine, the cushioning properties of the framework can reduce interference with other laundry. [Effects of the Invention]

[0019] According to the box-shaped laundry net of the present invention, it is possible to provide a box-shaped laundry net that can be used as a laundry basket or a clothes basket and is designed to be foldable into a compact size. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0020] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view of a box-shaped laundry net showing an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a perspective view showing the box-shaped laundry net shown in FIG. 1 turned upside down. [Figure 3] 3 is an exploded perspective view of a framework of the box-shaped laundry net shown in FIG. 2. FIG. [Figure 4] 2 is a front view of the box-shaped laundry net shown in FIG. 1 with the zipper fastened and the opening closed. FIG. [Figure 5] 2 is a perspective view showing the state in which the core material is removed from the box-shaped laundry net shown in FIG. 1 and the main body is folded. FIG. [Figure 6]FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a box-shaped laundry net according to a second embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0021] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0022] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a box-shaped laundry net 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] As shown in FIG. 1, the box-shaped laundry net 10 has a main body 2 and a pair of frameworks 3, 3. The main body 2 is box-shaped and made of a mesh material usable as a laundry net, such as a polyester net. In this embodiment, the main body 2 has a rectangular bottom 21 (see FIG. 5, etc.) and sidewalls 22 that extend from the periphery of the bottom 21 and have a generally rectangular cylindrical shape in plan view. An opening 2a through which laundry can be placed and removed is formed at the upper end of the sidewalls 22, and a zipper 23 is provided for closing the opening 2a. The shape of the main body 2 is not particularly limited. For example, the opening 2a may have a circular or elliptical shape in plan view. However, by adopting a generally rectangular shape in plan view as in this embodiment, the opening 2a has a sufficient opening area, making it easier to place laundry inside.

[0024] Furthermore, a pair of handles 25, 25 are provided on the upper side portions of the side wall portions 22 of the main body 2, and a pair of hooks 26, 26 are provided on the upper end portions of the side wall portions 22 of the main body 2. The pair of handles 25, 25 can be used when carrying the box-shaped laundry net 10, and the pair of hooks 26, 26 can be used when holding the box-shaped laundry net with clothespins. Furthermore, in this embodiment, a zippered pocket 24 is provided on the side wall portions 22, and this pocket 24 is decorated with a design of an animal or character (a dog's face design in the illustration).

[0025] 2 is an oblique view showing the box-shaped laundry net 10 shown in FIG. 1 turned upside down to clarify the configuration of the pair of framework parts 3, 3, and FIG. 3 is an exploded oblique view of the framework part 3 of the box-shaped laundry net 10 shown in FIG. 2.

[0026] 1 and 2, the pair of frameworks 3, 3 are provided on the inner side (outer side in the upside-down state in FIG. 2) of a pair of opposing wall surfaces of the side wall portion 22. In addition, in this embodiment, a framework 3 having a downward U-shape with an open bottom is used.

[0027] 3, the framework 3 is made up of a bag-shaped portion 31 that can be opened and closed by a fastener, and a core material 32 that can be inserted into and removed from the bag-shaped portion 31. The core material 32 in this embodiment is made of a hard foam material and may be pre-formed in a U-shape, or may be formed in a straight shape and bent into a U-shape before being inserted into the bag-shaped portion 31. Here, the material of the core material 32 is not particularly limited, but a material that has the strength to stand on its own, flexibility or bendability, and cushioning properties, like the hard foam material of this embodiment, is preferred.

[0028] Fig. 1 shows a reinforced state of a pair of frameworks 3, 3 that act as strength members to support the side wall 22. In the state shown in Fig. 1, laundry can be placed in and removed from the opening 2a, meaning that the basket can be used as a laundry basket or a clothes basket. Furthermore, because the side wall 22 can be made to stand on its own, the design applied to the pocket 24 of the side wall 22, as in this embodiment, can be seen without being distorted.

[0029] FIG. 4 is a front view of the box-shaped laundry net 10 shown in FIG. 1 with the zipper 23 fastened and the opening 2a closed.

[0030] As mentioned above, because the core 32 is made of a hard foam material, when the fastener 23 is closed, the core 32 bends or curves, easily closing the opening 2a. In this state, the laundry can be taken to a laundromat or the like, or can be placed in a washing machine for washing. When washing in a washing machine, because the core 32 is made of a hard foam material, it can reduce interference with other laundry or the washing tub. Furthermore, the buoyancy of the core 32 makes it less likely to sink to the bottom, preventing problems such as tangling with other laundry.

[0031] FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing the state in which the core material 32 is removed from the box-shaped laundry net 10 shown in FIG. 1 and the main body 2 is folded.

[0032] As shown in Figure 3, the state of the framework 3 can be changed from a reinforced state to a non-reinforced state by opening the fastener of the bag-shaped portion 31 and removing the core material 32. Note that in Figure 3, the main body 2 is shown upside down to clarify the configuration, but it is of course also possible to open the fastener of the bag-shaped portion 31 and remove the core material 32 without turning the main body 2 upside down.

[0033] In this way, by changing the frame portion 3 to its non-reinforced state, the main body 2 can be folded as shown in Fig. 5. Note that the main body 2 may be further folded from the state shown in Fig. 5. This allows the box-shaped laundry net 10 to be made compact, which is convenient for transportation, storage, and display in stores, etc. Furthermore, when the net is only to be used as a laundry net, the frame portion 3 can be left in its non-reinforced state.

[0034] On the other hand, when using it as a laundry basket or a clothes basket, the core material 32 is inserted into the bag-shaped portion 31 and the zipper is closed, as shown in Figure 3. By adopting this configuration, there is little risk of problems occurring due to deformation of the main body 2, even when the side wall portion 22 is made to stand on its own after the main body 2 is folded.

[0035] Next, other embodiments of the box-shaped laundry net 10 of the first embodiment shown in Figures 1 to 5 will be described. In the other embodiments described below, differences from the first embodiment shown in Figures 1 to 5 will be mainly described, and components having the same names as those in the first embodiment shown in Figures 1 to 5 will be described using the same reference numerals as used above, and duplicated descriptions may be omitted.

[0036] Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the box-shaped laundry net 11 of the second embodiment. Specifically, in order to clarify the configuration of the pair of framework parts 3', 3', it is a perspective view showing the box-shaped laundry net 11 upside down, similar to Fig. 2.

[0037] As shown in Figure 6, the pair of framework members 3', 3' in this embodiment are tubular and have air plugs 33. Framework member 3' in this embodiment is made of polyvinyl chloride resin. Framework member 3' is reinforced by injecting air through air plugs 33, and side wall members 22 become self-supporting, allowing it to be used as a laundry basket or clothes basket. On the other hand, framework member 3' is unreinforced by releasing air through air plugs 33, allowing it to be folded compactly.

[0038] According to this embodiment, the cushioning property is further improved, and it is possible to further reduce interference with other laundry or the washing tub when washing in a washing machine. In addition, it is possible to adjust the strength, cushioning property, buoyancy, etc. of the side wall portion 22 by changing the amount of air injected into the framework portion 3'.

[0039] The box-shaped laundry nets 10, 11 described above can be used as laundry baskets or clothes baskets, and can also be folded compactly for transportation, storage, or display in a store or the like.

[0040] The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments and various modifications can be made within the scope of the claims. For example, in the above-described embodiments, the framework portions 3, 3' are provided on a pair of side surfaces of the side wall portion 22. However, the framework portions 3, 3' may be provided on all surfaces of the side wall portion 22, or on one surface of the side wall portion 22. The framework portions 3, 3' may also be provided on the bottom portion 21. Furthermore, in the above-described embodiments, the framework portions 3, 3' are described as having a downward U-shape. However, the structure of the framework portions 3, 3' is not particularly limited. They may be configured as a square frame or may be provided in a diagonal brace shape. Furthermore, in the above-described embodiments, the framework portions 3, 3' are described as being fixed to the side wall portion 22. However, the framework portions 3, 3' may be detachably attached to the side wall portion 22 using hooks, hook-and-loop fasteners, or the like.

[0041] Note that even if a component is included only in the description of each of the above-described embodiments, that component may be applied to other embodiments. [Explanation of symbols]

[0042] 10,11 Box-shaped laundry net 2 Main unit 2a opening 21 Bottom 22 Side wall 3,3' Frame section 31 Pouch 32 Core material 33 Air valve

Claims

1. a box-shaped main body made of a mesh material, having a bottom and a side wall rising from the outer periphery of the bottom, with an opening formed at the upper end of the side wall; a framework portion provided on the side wall portion, The box-shaped laundry net is characterized in that the framework portion is capable of being changed between a reinforced state in which the side wall portion is made to stand on its own as a strength member and a non-reinforced state in which the side wall portion is not made to stand on its own.

2. The side wall portion has a generally rectangular cylindrical shape in a plan view, 2. The box-shaped laundry net according to claim 1, wherein the framework is provided on each of a pair of opposing wall surfaces of the side wall.

3. 3. The box-shaped laundry net according to claim 1, wherein the framework is in a downward U-shape.

4. The framework portion is A core material and The bag can be opened and closed by a fastener and has a bag-shaped portion into which the core material can be inserted and removed, A box-shaped laundry net as described in claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the framework portion is in the reinforced state by inserting the core material into the bag-shaped portion, and is changed to the non-reinforced state by removing the core material from the bag-shaped portion.

5. The box-shaped laundry net according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the framework is tubular and has an air plug, and the framework is in the reinforced state when air is injected through the air plug, and is changed to the non-reinforced state when air is released through the air plug.

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