Dreamland 16818 Antibacterial Double Heated Underblanket 150 x 120cm Fast 5 Min Heat Up Temperature Settings - Double

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Most are on a timer, but some sense when they’re getting close to overheating and cut out at that point. Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. This blanket also costs around 1p to warm your bed (if you use it for two hours on the low setting). It’s perfect if you hate gaps letting the cold air in under your blanket, as you can tuck it under you. But what we particularly liked about this heated throw was how easy it was to use, despite having 20 settings.

Dreamland 16818 Antibacterial Heated Underblanket - Double

Unlike other sites, we test every heated blanket we review thoroughly over an extended period of time.We found that this throw kept us very warm indeed thanks to a combination of the heating elements and the faux fur. Moulding nicely to the body, this electric blanket stayed evenly warm, but the overall temperature did fluctuate by a few degrees at times. With a sliding on/off switch and an illuminated display with three different heat settings, you can beat the chill whilst sitting in your favourite chair. On average, it took about 10 minutes to heat up – longer than the maker’s estimated five-minute heat up, but this may be because memory foam tends to be cooler to the touch.

Dreamland 16818 Antibacterial Double Heated Underblanket 150

Yes, it’s expensive but it spreads warmth well, has an anti-allergy feature and tracks its own energy usage. While Dreamland’s Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket is washable, its antimicrobial properties are sure to add extra peace of mind: especially if it’s not convenient to launder it on a regular basis. The traditional electric blanket – those which lie on your bed, warming it up – might evoke images of your Nanna in her nightgown, but actually, they’re a very savvy choice that have been brought bang up to date and cost as little as 1p to run. Rather than the clip attachment that most affordable blankets have, the Anti-Bacterial Heated Underblanket has two lugs that are pressed to release the control in one movement.Its control detaches easily, it can be washed and tumble dried, plus the addition of antibacterial silver means that you don’t actually need to wash it as often. Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ.

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This is great if you want it in the car, or the seat you want to use it on is just a bit too far from a plug socket.

However, the size of the blanket was good – I didn’t feel any cold spots other than around the pillow area. Cosy microfleece fabric enriched with silver for long lasting anti-bacterial action Easy fit elasticated straps, secures blanket to mattress. The fan of cosy sleeping could heat up their side of the bed by using their controls and the six temperature settings, while the tester who preferred colder sleeping conditions could put their side on low or even off.

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Just because it’s super-snug and quilted doesn’t mean it takes ages to heat up either – Intelliheat+ technology ensures your bed is warm in just 5 minutes. With many people expected to experience 'fuel poverty' – spending a large proportion of their income on energy bills – electric blankets are a relatively low cost, and boasts a low running cost too. Set the dryer to a low heat setting for around 10-15 minutes before taking it out and evenly hanging on a drying rack to finish drying. Get warmer this winter thanks to its quick five minute heat up time whilst saving money on your bills. The reality is that this winter, heating your home, however well insulated, is going to be unaffordable for many.

One charge of the blanket should last you between 90 minutes and three hours, depending on how high you have it whacked. As the cold weather starts to bite, thoughts turn to when we’re going to crack and put the heating on for the first time.