Knockdown modular mattress

Abstract

The field of the present invention pertains to knockdown mattresses. More particularly, the present invention relates to mattresses that can be assembled and disassembled by the end user. The present invention when assembled or reassembled presents a visual impression to the end user looks like a conventional “factory assembled” mattress. The invention further provides for a modular mattress assembly kit that can be shipped by express delivery services while taking up far less volume than a conventional mattress.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001](1) Field of the Invention[0002]The field of the present invention pertains to mattresses. More particularly, the present invention relates to knockdown mattresses that can be assembled and disassembled by the end user. The present invention when assembled or reassembled presents a visual impression to the end user looks like a conventional “factory assembled” mattress. The invention further provides for a modular mattress assembly kit that can be shipped by express delivery services while taking up far less volume than a conventional mattress.[0003](2) Description of the Related Art, Including Information Disclosed Under 37 CFR 1.97 & 1.98[0004]The prior art has looked at forms of modular mattress construction in the past. However, the prior art has failed to disclose a combination of elements that can not only be assembled and reassembled by an end user, but also can provide the desired quality look of a conventional factory assembled mattress.[000...

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Benefits of technology

[0011]The peripheral support module has exterior lateral edges (22) and (24) extending the depth of the mattress that define the outer dimensions of the modular mattress. The peripheral support module can be comprised of a supportive and compressible foam. The dimensions of this module should extend inward a sufficient distance to enable a typical user to sit on the edge of the assembled mattress and provide support such that the mattress perimeter maintains firmer support than that support provided by the internal modular support component. Thus, edge stability of the mattress is maintained when the user is in a seated position atop the mattress. Additionally, such a combination of support permits the user to occupy the full width of the mattress when in a reclining position.

[0014]The present invention also comprises an unassembled modular mattress kit. Using the above elements, one can have the internal support modules separate from the peripheral support module. Each internal support module is configured so as to be able to be compressed to less than half the volume in the uncompressed state. Likewise, the peripheral support module is configured so as to be able to be compressed to less than half the volume in the uncompressed state. Each internal support module can have a binding means attached that secures the support module in a compressed state for ease of handling. Likewise, the peripheral support module can have a binding means attached that secures the support module in a compressed state for ease of handling. Optionally, at least part of the cover can be attached to the peripheral support module. Such a kit enables one to ship a knock down mattress through conventional express delivery services.

[0016]An object of the invention is to provide a knockdown mattress that has the look and comfort of a quality, fixed assembly mattress while having the assembly / disassembly functionality of a knockdown mattress.

[0020]A fifth object of the invention is to provide the ability of either designing or converting a mattress on a customized basis to satisfy individual comfort requirements.

Problems solved by technology

However, the prior art has failed to disclose a combination of elements that can not only be assembled and reassembled by an end user, but also can provide the desired quality look of a conventional factory assembled mattress.

None of the above systems have been accepted commercially.

They all lack an acceptable finished mattress look to the end user.

Furthermore, none of these systems provide for a system in which the mattress can be broken down and shipped by the end user in half the volume or less of the assembled mattress.

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