Beds – Mattress – Having waterproof or allergenproof outer surface
Reexamination Certificate
2005-11-15
2005-11-15
Santos, Robert G. (Department: 3673)
Beds
Mattress
Having waterproof or allergenproof outer surface
C005S939000, C005S737000, C005S500000, C005S717000, C005S721000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06964074
ABSTRACT:
An anti-microbial/-allergenic sleep set and process of forming thereof is provided and comprises a mattress and box spring, each having an allergen-impermeable barrier layer incorporated within. The mattress comprises a support apparatus, a top and bottom panel, first and second flanges, a border, a foam layer, and a barrier layer. The border is positioned around the support apparatus, and is attached to the top and bottom panels. The foam layer, which can comprise a latex emulsion, is positioned between the support apparatus and the top and bottom panels. The barrier layer comprises a material configured to be impermeable by allergens, and is attached at its outer periphery to the interior facing sides of the top panel, the bottom panel, and the border.
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Dinsmore & Shohl LLP
Mattress Development Company, LLC
Santos Robert G.
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