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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7007321 | Side rail end connection system for bed frame A system for connecting side rails of a bed frame with a headboard and/or footboard. A hook plate is affixed to the side rails and has a pair of hooks extending outwardly from the ends of the side rails. The hooks form slots in the hook plates and the slots have for... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6119289 | Bed frame assembly A bed assembly which may be easily assembled and disassembled. The bed assembly includes corner posts, bed end structures and siderails. A positive restraining attachment cooperates with the siderails and the corner posts to prevent unintentional removal ... | 09/19/2000 |
| 6105186 | Multilayer decorative trim strip for comforters, quilts, and the like A reversible multilayer decorative trim strip for comforters, quilts, and the like includes one or more decorative non-linearly patterned edges. The trim strip is removably fastened to the underside of the comforter and folded over the comforter's edge so... | 08/22/2000 |
| 5853167 | Decorative cover for posts A decorative cover for posts includes a collar portion which is configured to cover attachment devices and the like to provide a more aesthetically pleasing termination for the post. A cap portion can be provided which engages the collar to cover the end ... | 12/29/1998 |
| 5740568 | Snap-together bed An adjustable articulated bed manufactured in seven or so components for packing in three or so separate smaller boxes for easy transport. These components can be snap-fit together for easy assembly (and disassembly). The bed includes a bed frame, a power... | 04/21/1998 |
| 5737784 | Protective bed frame with earthquake shelter A bed frame to protect a person during a calamity is constructed from generally horizontal upper and lower subassemblies secured to two generally vertical end supporting subassemblies. The subassemblies are secured together by internal securing devices to... | 04/14/1998 |