Laundry basket device

Abstract

A laundry basket device is disclosed. Specifically, the present invention is a combination laundry basket and laundry bag. The device consists of a standard basket that allows a bag portion to attach thereto, preferably by snap-on rim member. The bag, attached to either the inner or outer rim of the basket, extends vertically from the basket and includes drawstrings that function to securely close the bag, completely covering the contents of the basket. Thus, the device is easy to lift, allows the user to fit more articles of clothing into the basket than is provided in the prior art, and even allows for effective cleaning of the removable bag portion. Finally, the device may include both removably attachable wheels, functioning to further facilitate transport of the entire device, as well as compartments for the storing and transportation of cleaning related items.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A laundry basket device comprising: 
 A. a substantially rectangular laundry basket comprising an interior portion and exterior portion, the laundry basket further comprising a basket lip member located at an upper portion thereof, the basket lip member functioning to extend along the periphery of the entirety of the laundry basket;    B. a generally pliable bag member removably attachable to the basket along the periphery of the basket lip member, through usage of a snap-on rim member which engages basket lip member along the perimeter thereof, functioning to hold the removable bag member securely in place, snap-on rim member bearing a shape reciprocal to the basket lip member, allowing a lowermost portion of the bag member to wrap around the snap-on rim, such that the snap-on rim and bag member can be pushed onto an uppermost portion of the basket; and    C. a closing means located at an upper portion of the bag member, the closing means functioning to removably seal the bag member and laundry basket, which functions to securely contain a multiplicity of items placed within the laundry basket for facilitated transport of the laundry basket device.    
     
     
         2 . The laundry basket device as described in    claim 1   , wherein the snap-on rim member is constructed of a durable plastic.  
     
     
         3 . The laundry basket device as described in    claim 1   , wherein the bag member is able to be washed to remain sanitary and maintain a desired appearance.  
     
     
         4 . The laundry basket device as described in    claim 1   , wherein the device utilizes a wheel assembly that is removably attachable to the laundry basket, the wheel assembly functioning to facilitate transport of the laundry basket device.  
     
     
         5 . The laundry basket device as described in    claim 1   , wherein the device utilizes a retractable handle means securely attached to an outer surface of the laundry basket, the handle means functioning to extend outwardly from the basket and retract inwardly to the basket to provide a convenient and compact construction.  
     
     
         6 . The laundry basket device as described in    claim 1   , wherein the device is utilized in conjunction with a cart for the ease of transport of substantially heavy-weight baskets during industrial usage thereof.