Cushioning material

Abstract

Cushioning material comprising a microcoil sheet and a surface cover material, the microcoil sheet comprising an array of wire springs held between two layers of fabric, the layers of fabric being joined together to form discrete spring-containing pockets; wherein the cover material is fastened to the microcoil sheet by one or more seams. Also provided is a cushioned or upholstered article (such as a mattress, mattress topper, seat, chair or loose cushion) comprising cushioning material according to any preceding claim. Also provided is a method of manufacturing cushioning material comprising a microcoil sheet and a surface cover material, the microcoil sheet comprising an array of wire springs held between two layers of fabric, the layers of fabric having been joined together to form discrete spring-containing pockets; the method comprising fastening the cover material to the microcoil sheet by one or more seams.

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