We tested the 6kg blanket with the midnight indigo cover, which has blue cotton on one side and textured velvet-style fabric on the reverse. She managed health and fitness product testing across all the magazines, overseeing all testing processes and ensuring our lab and panel tests are conducted to the highest standards. There have also been some studies that suggest using a weighted blanket was beneficial for reducing restlessness in both children and adults with Autism or ADHD. Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.

Our micro-beads are non-toxic, food-grade and odourless, making them the perfect choice for our blankets. Comfortable fabric: The cotton fabric features a clean look, is soft to the touch, breathable and durable. It is important to be able to remove your outer cover for frequent washing as this will prolong the life of your inner weighted blanket. Weighted Throw blanket measures 107x183 cm (42x72 inches); it’s the perfect size for the sofa and is similar in size to the TOP of a single bed. Echor’s option comes with a removable cover which is super fluffy; if you wanted a weighted blanket to stave off the chill in winter, this is a good pick.Each blanket tested weighed around 7kg and was used by at least three different people for three or more nights' sleep, as well as when unwinding on the sofa. The science behind this is related to ‘Deep touch pressure therapy’ which can help your brain switch into ‘rest and relax’ mode. The blanket will be one which I use when necessary - under stress and needing a good solid night’s sleep.

This means you can rest easy knowing your favourite items are traceable in safe hands until they reach your door.Weighted Blanket can be machine washed on a gentle cycle using gentle detergent and cold water at a maximum of 30 degrees celsius.

The cotton is super-soft next to the skin and breathable for ultimate comfort, which our tester found helped them sleep much better than without the blanket. Our weighted blanket has 7 layers: A 100% breathable microfibre fabric designed for your body temperature; 2 extra polyester layers that prevent tears and leakage of beads; a non-glue polyester padding for comfort; a lead-free glass bead technology that is hypoallergenic, safe, and odorless; a multiloop cover binding that secures the cover in place, and a new sewing technology for long-lasting durability. Results have shown that anxiety levels were reduced by up to 60 per cent with the use of the weighted blanket. It's now become more mainstream though, and a popular way for insomniacs, anxiety-sufferers and bad sleepers to get a good night's rest and improve mental health overall.It's made from 100% bamboo – known for its temperature-regulating, moisture-wicking qualities – to prevent overheating. If you have a non-BNPL balance, you will still need to make at least your minimum payment as shown on your statement.

This blanket gives a soft and comfortable pressure that helps your body and mind to find the rest it needs. We donate to support the Pajama Program, a not-for-profit organisation working through 4,000 communities in the US in shelters and group homes, to support children and their caregivers in creating a reassuring bedtime routine through the simple gift of a new pair of pajamas and a book to read. There are four different weights available (with helpful guides online to find which one is best for you) and it comes with a handy cotton drawstring bag for storage. They’re also great for snuggling up with on the sofa, which in the current energy crisis can help keep you warm and cosy without needing to fiddle with the thermostat.Not only for me but also for my poor suffering husband, that is until I bought 2 weighted blankets - what a game changer ! So that it’s weighted where it matters, the glass beads are focused in the centre of the blanket rather than on the edges. The weighted blanket is finished with several loops allowing you to attach a removable cover for easy care. Henderson recommends practising deep belly breathing when using a weighted blanket, to help activate our “rest and digest” response. Fully hypoallergenic and does not contain any materials that are likely to cause allergies giving an undisturbed night’s sleep.