Patent ID: 7228598

Claim:
A device to eliminate and reduce sound on a button during washing and drying which is comprised of: a. casing; wherein the casing is of predetermined size; wherein the casing has a slot; wherein the slot is larger than the button on the clothing; b. padded material; wherein an opening is provided in the padded material; wherein the padded material opening is inserted over the casing; wherein the padded material is provided with an elastic strap around the perimeter of the opening; c. a brake mechanism and a second brake mechanism are provided; wherein each brake mechanism has a first end and a second end; said first ends of the brake mechanisms contact the surface of the button; wherein the first ends of the brake mechanisms secure the casing to the button; said second ends of the brake mechanisms are release mechanisms; wherein a means for connecting the brake mechanisms to the casing is provided; wherein said release mechanisms are provided on both sides of the exterior of the casing; and wherein a means for providing tension to the release mechanisms is provided.