GB2406786A - Support bag enclosing a bed or mattress - Google Patents

Abstract

A system for providing an enclosed safe space for children to sleep in comprises a large bag into which a mattress is placed , the bag is then attached either to the ceiling, to a freestanding frame or to the underside of a top bunk (10 ) when used in a bunk bed. The bag may be made from such materials ( 7 ) as PVC , nylon netting or rip stop nylon. A zip ( 4 ) may be fitted to allow access to the interior.

Description

24067 8 6 I. SAFETY BED SYSTEM.

The safety bed system is a system whereby a mattress is placed in the bottom of a large bag, which is then attached either to the ceiling or a free standing frame with a hook, in the case of use on a bottom bunk the bag would be fixed to the underside of the top bunk using a cord system.

This system is designed to be made of material such as PVC and rip-stop nylon in conjunction with nylon netting, making it lightweight and portable, while fitting most standard beds.

Entry to the bed system is through a doorway which is closed with a zip.

The idea came about to solve the problem of a five year old with special needs, who would not stay in a normal bed and was capable of climbing out of a cot.

Special beds for these children are exceptionally expensive so the idea was to make a cheaper system, which could be used in conjunction with standard beds. The system can also be used for children making the transition from cot to bed, as it will prevent them falling out.

The bed system provides a safe, cosy space for children to sleep in while providing easy access. 2.

Fig. 1. Safety bed to fit standard single bed.

Fig. 2. Safety bed to fit standard slated bunk beds.

Fig. 3. Safety bed fitted to a bunk bed.

1. Material to reinforce nylon mesh.

2. Material base extending under the mattress and up above mattress sides, to give a semi rigid space for the child to sleep.

3. Mattress.

4. Two way zip to allow entry to the enclosed space.

6. Loop to hook to ceiling or free- standing frame.

6. Plastic rods to maintain integrity of the bag above the mattress.

7. Nylon netting on all four sides to make up top of the bag.

8. Eyelets for rope to attach to upper bunk bed.

9. Base material to go under the mattress.

10. Bunk bed slates.

11. Rope running through eyelets and around bunk frame.

12. Adjustable catch to fasten rope.

13. Bunk bed frame.

Claims (16)

CLAIMS.

1. A large bag in which to place a single mattress, supported from above to provide a safe sleeping area.

2. The system as described above has an integral zip or access.

3. Netting sides are reinforced by using other materials like PVC, ripstop and canvas.

4. A safes bed system as described and illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

(FIG.1.) Amendments to the claims have been filed as follows: 1. A bunk bed safety system comprising an open bag-like structure having a base wall and side walls defining a space for receiving a mattress, the bag-like structure being positionable on a dower bunk of a bunk bed, the side walls having attachment means for attaching the bag-like structure to a top bunk of a bunk bed.

2. A system as claimed in Claim 1, in which the attachment means comprise eyelets positioned around the rim of the open bag-like structure.

3. A system as claimed in Claim 1 or Claim 2, in which the open bag-like structure includes a doorway member for allowing entry to the structure in use.

4. A system as claimed in Claim 3, in which the doorway member is provided with a zip for opening and closing the doorway.

5. A system as claimed in Claim 4, in which the zip comprises two clip fasteners slidable along the zip.

6. A system as claimed in any preceding Claim, in which at least a portion of the bag-like structure comprises a mesh.

7. A system as claimed in any preceding Claim, in which at least a portion of the bag-like structure comprises PVC.

8. A system according to any preceding Claim, further comprising a cord system for attaching the side walls to a top bunk.

9. A system according to Claim 8, in which the cord system comprises a rope.

10. A system according to Claim 9 when dependent on Claim 2, in which the cord system is adapted to be threaded through the eyelets for attachment to a top bunk.

l l. A system according to Claim lO, further comprising an adjustable catch to fasten opposite ends of the cord together following threading.

12. A system according to any preceding Claim, in which the base is semi nod.

13. A system according to Claim 12, in which the semi-rigid base extends, in use, above a mattress received within the bag-like structure.

14. A system as claimed in any preceding Claim, further comprising plastic rods for maintaining the integrity of the bag-like structure.

15. A bunk bed having a bunk bed safety system as claimed in any preceding Claim.

16. A bunk bed safety system substantially as hereinbefore described with reference to, and as shown in, the accompanying drawings.