REUSEABLE BAG FOR CARRYING AND STORAGE

Abstract

A reusable bag comprising: a bag comprised of a flexible material. The flexible material is comprised of cross-woven strands of polyethylene, polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic, hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth, vinyl coated polyester, or any combination of same. The bag has built in handles and an open end.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a reusable bag for moving, carrying, and storing large and/or bulky objects such as mattresses, box springs, furniture, furniture cushions, boxes, and other large or bulky objects.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Moving large or bulky objects such as mattresses without damaging or soiling the object can be a problem. Large objects such as mattresses are heavy, hard to get a good grip on, and cumbersome to handle. Dragging large objects can result in tears or rips to the exterior of such objects.

Certain mattress constructions provide handles or grips sewn into the sides of the mattresses to facilitate positioning of the same; however, with large heavy mattresses, the weight and the bulk of the same often results in the handles tearing out of the mattress construction; carrying a mattress by means of these handles is not recommended by the manufacturers. In addition, without an outer covering, there is no protection against soilage or water damage.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a reusable bag with built in handles to carry, transport, and store large and/or bulky objects, such as mattresses, box springs, furniture, furniture cushions, and boxes. It is an object of the present invention for the device to protect against water, dirt, stains, mold, mildew, and fungus. It is an object of the present invention to provide a device for easily lifting, carrying and transporting these large and bulky objects from one place to another.

It is an object of the present invention that the reusable bag is comprised of a flexible material such as cross-woven strands of polyethylene (PE), polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised of a flexible material such as closely-woven hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised from vinyl-coated polyester.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised of cross-woven strands of polyolefin plastic, closely-woven hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth, vinyl-coated polyester, or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised from a flexible material containing or coated with an anti-microbial or anti-fungal agent to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew and fungus.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised of an odor control agent to inhibit odors from bacterial growth.

It is an object of the present invention that the device is comprised of a flexible material containing or coated with a fragrance agent.

It is an object of the present invention that the device contains an odor-neutralizing agent or is treated with an odor neutralizing agent.

It is an object of the present invention that the seams of the device are sealed by single stitching.

It is an object of the present invention that the seams of the device be sealed by multiple stitching.

It is an object of the present invention that the stitching used to seal the seams of the device be reinforced.

It is an object of the present invention that the seams of the device are thermally welded.

It is an object of the present invention that the seams of the device are sealed through the application of heat.

It is an object of the present invention that the device comprise open end(s) that are closed with the use of a hook and loop type fasteners.

It is an object of the present invention that the hook and loop type fastener used on the device cover both a partial opening and the entire length of the opening.

It is an object of the present invention that the open end(s) of the device be closed with the use of a zipper or zippers.

It is an object of the present invention that the device has one or more handles positioned at one or both sides (ends). It is an object of the present invention that the device has one or more handles at the top and at the bottom of the bag. It is an object of the present invention for multiple handles to be placed in specific positions or at random on the sides (ends), top, and bottom of the device. It is an object of the present invention that the handles are positioned to specifically aid in carrying the object by a single person. It is an object of the present invention that the handles are positioned to specifically aid in carrying the object by multiple people. It is an object of the present invention for the handles to be attached and removed at different sections of the device so that each handle can be placed at a different position on the device. It is an object of the present invention for the handles to be movable along different positions of the device.

It is an object of the present invention that the device has printing on its surface.

It is an object of the present invention that the printing on the device comprise logos, such as corporate logos, to provide messages such as brand reinforcement. It is an object of the present invention that the device has a series of repeating logos, such as corporate logos printed on the device.

It is an object of the present invention that the device be used as an advertising vehicle to communicate messages, coupons or contests to customers.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles on the device are comprised of a flexible material such as cross-woven strands of polyethylene (PE), polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic, or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles on the device are comprised of a flexible material such as closely-woven hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles of the device are comprised of vinyl-coated polyester.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles of the device are comprised of cross-woven strands of polyolefin plastic, closely-woven hemp, flax, cotton, or polyester cloth, vinyl-coated polyester, or any combination of same.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles of the device are comprised of a flexible material containing or coated with an anti-microbial/antifungal agent and/or odor control agent to inhibit the growth of mold and mildew as well as inhibit bacterial growth that creates odors.

It is an object of the present invention that the handles of the device are comprised of a flexible material containing or coated with a fragrance agent.

It is an object of the present invention for a large and bulky object to be inserted into the bag through the open end (or side). It is an object of the present invention for the open end to be sealed, after inserting the object, using a re-sealable mechanism. It is an object of the present invention for the large and bulky object to be transported to a new location, where it can be stored in the carrier or opened to remove the large and bulky object from the bag.

It is an object of the present invention for the device to protect, store, or transport a mattress.

It is an object of the present invention that the device comprise a bag that allows a user to move an object by easily lifting, carrying and transporting the enclosed objects from one place to another.

It is an object of the present invention that the device provides a protective cover from moisture, soiling, microbes, fungus, mold, mildew, and physical damage of enclosed objects, such as a mattress, during lifting, carrying, transporting or storing.

It is an object of the present invention that the device be used in conjunction with a separate liner that is placed around the object and then placed inside the device. It is an object of the present invention that the liner have similar dimensions to the device. It is an object of the present invention that the liner be used as an additional protective layer for the object.

It is an object of the present invention that the separate liner used in conjunction with the device be reusable.

It is an object of the present invention for the separate liner to be comprised of the same material as the device. It is an object of the present invention for the separate liner to be comprised of a paper or plastic material.

It is an object of the present invention for the separate liner to be comprised of a material such that the device and the object do not have any physical contact with one another.

It is an object of the present invention that the separate liner used in conjunction with the device be disposable.

It is an object of the present invention for the device be washable.

It is an object of the present invention for the reusable bag be washable in a washing machine.

It is an object of the present invention for the reusable bag be used to create a clean, dry environment in which mattresses, box springs, furniture cushions, boxes, objects, and other items may be placed to aid in their transportation, short term or long term storage.

It is an object of the present invention that the device be stored in a compact condition when not in use.

It is an object of the present invention that the device be easily folded for storage or transport.

It is an object of the device to be used in temperatures ranging from −50 degrees Fahrenheit to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, regardless of any wind chill factors.

It is an object of the present invention for the device to be used in places such as storage units, self-storage units, portable storage containers or moving containers, garages, cellars, basements, attics, truck beds, tractor trailer beds, flatbed trucks, and recreational vehicles.

It is an object of the present invention for the length of the device to be 36 inches to 130 inches.

It is an object of the present invention for the width of the device to be 24 inches to 130 inches.

It is an object of the present invention for the depth of the device to be 3 Inches to 24 inches.

It is an object of the present invention for the thickness of the material used for construction of the device to be 0.5 millimeters to 10.0 millimeters thick.

It is an object of the present invention for the length of each handle on the device to be 1 inch to 130 inches.

It is an object of the present invention for the width of each handle of the device to be 1 inch to 20 inches.

It is an object of the present invention for the thickness of the material used for construction of the handles on the device to be 0.5 millimeters to 10.0 millimeters thick.

It is an object of the present invention for the device to be transparent.

It is an object of the present invention for the device to be translucent.

It is an object of the present invention for the device to have a window which provides a view to a user of the contents of the device.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a front closed view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a front open view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a front open view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a front closed view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a front open view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a front open view of an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a front open view of an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

FIG. 1 shows the reusable bag 10 having handles 12, stitching 14 and a closing mechanism 16.

FIG. 2 shows the reusable bag 10 having handles 12, closing mechanism 16, and a flap 18.

FIG. 3 shows the reusable bag 10 having handles 12, stitching 14, a closing mechanism 16, flap 18 and a mattress 20.

FIG. 4 shows the reusable bag 30 having handles 32, stitching 44 and a closing mechanism 46.

FIG. 5 shows the reusable bag 30 having handles 32, closing mechanism 36, and flap 38.

FIG. 6 shows the reusable bag 30 having handles 32, stitching 34, closing mechanism 36, flap 38 and cushion 40.

FIG. 7 shows the reusable bag 30 having handles 32, stitching 34, closing mechanism 35, flap 38 and cushion 40.

Claims

1. A reusable bag comprising: a bag comprised of a flexible material;said flexible material comprised of cross-woven strands of polyethylene, polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic, hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth, vinyl coated polyester, or any combination of same;built in handles;said handles positioned on said bag to assist a single person for carrying said bag, or said handles are positioned on said bag to assist multiple persons to carry said bag;an open sealable end.

2. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag protects contents of said bag from water, dirt and stains.

3. The bag of claim 1 wherein said flexible material contains or is coated with an anti-microbial or anti-fungal agent to inhibit growth of mold, mildew and fungus.

4. The bag of claim 1 further comprising an odor control agent to inhibit odors from bacterial growth.

5. The bag of claim 1 wherein said flexible material contains or is coated with a fragrance agent.

6. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag comprises seams that are sealed by single or multiple stitching.

7. The bag of claim 6 wherein said stitching is reinforced.

8. The bag of claim 6 wherein seams of said bag are sealed through application of heat.

9. The bag of claim 1 wherein said open end(s) are closed with use of a hook and loop type fasteners.

10. The bag of claim 1 wherein said open end(s) of said bag are sealable with use of a zipper or zippers.

11. The bag of claim 1 wherein said handles are positioned at one or both sides (ends).

12. The bag of claim 1 wherein one or more of said handles are at top and bottom of said bag.

13. The bag of claim 1 wherein multiple handles are placed in specific positions or at random on the sides (ends), top, and bottom of said bag.

14. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag comprises printing on its surface

15. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is used as an advertising vehicle to communicate messages, coupons or contests to customers.

16. The bag of claim 1 wherein said handles are comprised of a flexible material such as cross-woven strands of polyethylene (PE), polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic, closely woven hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth, vinyl-coated polyester, or any combination of same.

17. The bag of claim 1 wherein said handles are comprised of a flexible material containing or coated with an anti-microbial/antifungal agent and/or odor control agent to inhibit growth of mold and mildew as well as inhibit bacterial growth that create odors, and/or fragrance agent.

18. The bag of claim 1 wherein a large or bulky object is inserted through said open end or side of said bag and sealed after inserting said object using a re-sealable mechanism.

19. The bag of claim 18 wherein said large or bulky object is transported to a new location, where it is stored in said bag or opened to remove said large or bulky object from said bag.

20. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag provides a protective cover from moisture, soiling, microbes, fungus, mold, mildew, and physical damage of enclosed objects, such as a mattress during lifting, carrying, transporting or storing.

21. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is used in conjunction with a separate liner that is placed around said object and then placed inside said bag and has similar dimensions to said bag.

22. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner acts as an additional protective layer.

23. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner used in conjunction with said bag be reusable.

24. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner is comprised of same material as said bag.

25. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner is comprised of a material such that said bag and said object do not have any physical contact with one another.

26. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner is comprised of a paper or plastic material.

27. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag creates a clean, dry environment in which mattresses, box springs, furniture cushions, boxes, objects, and other items are placed in said bag to aid in their transportation, short term or long term storage.

28. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is stored in a compact condition when not in use.

29. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is foldable for storage or transport.

30. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is used in temperatures ranging from −50 degrees Fahrenheit to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, regardless of wind chill factors.

31. The bag of claim 21 wherein said separate liner is used in temperatures from −50 degrees Fahrenheit to 150 degrees Fahrenheit, regardless of wind chill factors.

32. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag has a length of approximately 36 Inches to 130 inches, a width of approximately 24 inches to 130 inches, and a depth of approximately 3 inches to 24 Inches.

33. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag is made of a material having a thickness of approximately 0.5 millimeters to 10.0 millimeters thick.

34. The bag of claim 1 wherein each of said handles has a length of approximately 1 inch to 130 inches, a width of approximately 1 inch to 20 inches, and a thickness of material used for construction of said handles on said bag of approximately 0.5 millimeters to 10.0 millimeters thick.

35. The bag of claim 1 wherein said bag comprises a window wherein a user can view contents of said bag.

36. A reusable bag comprising: a bag comprised of a flexible material;said flexible material comprised of cross-woven strands of polyethylene, polypropylene, another polyolefin plastic, hemp, flax, cotton, polyester cloth, vinyl coated polyester, or any combination of same;devices for accepting handles;said handles positioned on said bag to assist a single person for carrying said bag, or said handles are positioned on said bag to assist multiple persons to carry said bag;an open sealable end;said handles being attachable and removable from said bag by said devices.