Patent ID: 8719977
Filing Date: 2014-05-13
Classification: A47C,A47G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for inserting a mattress into an expandable mattress cover, the method comprising the steps of: a) releasing a first hook, said first hook disposed at an end of a first pull tab, provided with an expandable means from a directly interlocked position with a sidewall of the expandable mattress cover, wherein said directly interlocked position further comprises the first hook directly contacting the sidewall, thereby retaining the first hook and first pull tab in a fixed position; b) adjusting an expandable means, via a first fastening means, attached to the sidewall of the expandable mattress cover continuously throughout the length of the sidewall to expand the expandable mattress cover; c) releasing a second hook, said second hook disposed at an end of a second pull tab, provided with a second fastening means from a directly interlocked position with the sidewall, wherein said directly interlocked position further comprises the second hook directly contacting the sidewall, thereby retaining the second hook and second pull tab in a fixed position; d) adjusting the second fastening means to create an opening for inserting the mattress into the expandable mattress cover easily through a sliding motion; e) sliding the mattress easily into a compartment formed inside the expandable mattress cover through the opening; f) securing the mattress inside the expandable mattress cover by continuously adjusting the fastening means to a closed position to close the opening; g) fixing the position of the second fastening means utilizing the second hook to engage with the sidewall.