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AIBU to wonder why I’ve only just..

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SmileEachDay · 10/11/2024 19:04

…found out about heated blankets.

They are the most beautiful thing,

I may never leave my house again. Or turn the heating on.

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SmileEachDay · 16/11/2024 08:32

Update: turns out my cat thinks the blanket is full of snakes and won’t come near me when it’s on 😂

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Pussycat22 · 15/11/2024 10:17

Sandytoesandcrabs you could put it on an extension cable and never take it off ! ( Just kidding)

BigDahliaFan · 15/11/2024 10:13

We've one for the bed, it's amazing....had one for years. We live in an old cold house.

BrioNotBiro · 15/11/2024 09:26

Bluenose1966 · 15/11/2024 08:24

I have a couple of Dreamland ones from Lakeland as like their 3 year guarantee. I have the herringbone design, found the husky, furry ones too heavy.

Yes, me too. The normal fleece one is great, the heavy fur 'ocelot' one looks very luxe but is like sitting squashed under an enormous animal!

BashfulClam · 15/11/2024 09:13

JawsCushion · 14/11/2024 22:36

I really want a heated throw to sit under but there are so many and it's a risk of it being a mistake. Some have bad reviews.

Look for good reviews. I is a great thing. DH is a typical make and always roasting and I saves money on heating. It’s my emotional support blanket lolz

Bluenose1966 · 15/11/2024 08:24

I have a couple of Dreamland ones from Lakeland as like their 3 year guarantee. I have the herringbone design, found the husky, furry ones too heavy.

StrongFemaleCharacter · 14/11/2024 23:56

I love love love mine. The first time I plugged it in I decided I wasn't going to leave the sofa house again until spring. It is a cheap one from Amazon though and I am concerned that it won't last long. But if it does die then I know it's worth splashing out for a better one as I will use it.

Ihateslugs · 14/11/2024 23:42

Doggymummar · 10/11/2024 19:17

Mine has a lead of about 13 foot long so don't need to be that close to a plug. Mines a Lakeland HEATED poncho.

I bought this poncho last year and it is so hot I rarely need to put it on, just snuggling in it keeps me warm enough without being plugged in! I love being able to move my arms freely and walk around wearing it - unplugged of course!

buffyspikefaithangel · 14/11/2024 23:31

JawsCushion · 14/11/2024 22:36

I really want a heated throw to sit under but there are so many and it's a risk of it being a mistake. Some have bad reviews.

Mine is a dreamland one if it helps and I've had it since at least 2015

JawsCushion · 14/11/2024 22:36

I really want a heated throw to sit under but there are so many and it's a risk of it being a mistake. Some have bad reviews.

BashfulClam · 14/11/2024 21:17

I got my first heated throw about 6 years ago as a Christmas present and when it died I instantly bought one with pre 1pm next day delivery. I have it on when I’m watching telly and when I’m working from home. We have a corner sofa and DH is always sneaking his feet under it. Love, love, love it.

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SmileEachDay · 14/11/2024 19:07

JawsCushion · 14/11/2024 15:05

Can anyone recommend a heated blanket I could get in Argos, M&S or TKMaxx please?

Mine is from Argos 🥰

it’s the Habitat/Sainsbury’s “Home” one.

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PiggyPigalle · 14/11/2024 18:31

There's two different things being discussed here. A heated underblanket that goes in the bed and a heated throw to wrap around yourself on the sofa.

I was gifted a Silentnight throw which I drape over the chair and sit on. Stand up too often to have it over me.

The underblanket is a Silentnight Comfort Control. A King size on a double bed as they've reduced the actual measurements over the years until a double on a double leaves a gap all round.
£45 now, far cheaper back in the summer.

My daughter wouldn't hear of having one in the bed, so I bought her one anyway. Now she loves it when she gets into bed after a night shift.

Kaleidoscopic101 · 14/11/2024 17:32

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JawsCushion · 14/11/2024 15:05

Can anyone recommend a heated blanket I could get in Argos, M&S or TKMaxx please?

ThirdStorm · 14/11/2024 14:52

This thread renewed my interest in getting a heated blanket! I have gone with something on Amazon "keplin" in grey for £29.99. Lidl are selling the silentnight one for £24.99 from 25 November but I doubt they'll have loads of stock and I'll probably miss it!

EveryDayisFriday · 14/11/2024 14:40

lavenderandlemon · 14/11/2024 13:18

People that have heat pads for their chairs or back/neck problems, can I ask for recommendations? Love my heated throw but could do with something like that for my bad back too.

I got mine from Lidl middle aisle last year but there are similar on Amazon.

Jaehee · 14/11/2024 13:22

lavenderandlemon · 14/11/2024 13:18

People that have heat pads for their chairs or back/neck problems, can I ask for recommendations? Love my heated throw but could do with something like that for my bad back too.

I use this one every day https://amzn.eu/d/5I4JAxl

I have another one but it doesn’t get as hot, and it only has three heat settings.

lavenderandlemon · 14/11/2024 13:18

People that have heat pads for their chairs or back/neck problems, can I ask for recommendations? Love my heated throw but could do with something like that for my bad back too.

CutthroatDruTheViolent · 14/11/2024 12:38

I bought two heated throws last year. They were brilliant for the two months they worked.

Kbroughton · 14/11/2024 12:32

Jaehee · 13/11/2024 22:38

I've been considering one but I can't decide whether to get an electric (under)blanket for the bed, or a heated blanket. For those who use them in bed, do you put them under the duvet? How long do they retain heat after you switch them off?

There are different types, and I have both! Heated under blankets for the bed are the traditional ones, the ones referenced here are the heated throws and they are a revelation. They are soft fleecy blankets like normal throws with very fine wires running through them that you barely feel. you do have to plug them in, but the cords are long. I use one for when I'm WFH and rarely have the heating on during the day. You can also put them in the washing machine. I got mine last winter from Amazon. Its massive and was £35. You cant use the throws under blankets, but you can use it on top. If it is really cold you can have your heated underblanket in bed and your throw on top and it is luxury! Only done this once as rarely needed but I am in a modern home. Do it you wont regret it.

Toddlerteaplease · 14/11/2024 12:20

I love my heated throw.

CurlewKate · 14/11/2024 12:09

My son-who is an absolutely inspired present giver-gave me one for Christmas last year. It's my favorite thing. Only downside, my cats regard it as the work of the devil and won't cuddle up when it's on.....

DoctorAngelface · 14/11/2024 12:04

HaddyAbrams · 14/11/2024 11:57

Thank you. The labels on mine all say wash at 40. Id assumed it meant "wipe with a damp cloth" even though it's hot the wash label on. I will investigate!

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It's definitely always been ok for me.

It is a bit scary washing something with wires and an electrical connection but somehow it doesn't affect it.