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What Are the Best Features of Weighted Blankets That You Can’t Ignore?

As the name suggests, weighted blankets can weigh between 5 and 35 pounds. They are heavier than standard blankets and generally used to cure any sleep disorders in adults and children. The best features of a weighted blanket are:

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Perfect Sizes

The weighted blankets are usually wider and longer than lighter ones. This is because a weighted blanket is not as flowy as the other varieties. Most brands measure the size of the blanket corresponding to the size of the mattress. While buying a weighted blanket, you should consider the size of your mattress.

Comfortable Weight

The weight of the weighted blankets is heavier than the other blankets. Most manufacturers provide a wide range of weighted blankets, and there are a variety of weight options for each range.

It would mostly help if you went with a blanket that weighs roughly 10% of your weight. Some brands, on the other hand, only have standard weight options. You can fold these blankets in specific ways for perfect weight distribution as per your choice.

Adults can go for medium or large weighted blankets ranging from 12-30 pounds. Whereas for a child weighing 20 -70 pounds, you can go for a blanket weighing from 3 to 8 pounds. Children tend to sleep better, with heavy blankets snuggled around them.

Choice of Fillers

Fillers used in the weighted blankets are the weights that go into the blanket to make them heavy enough to comfort the body. Ideal weighted blankets consist of square pockets filled with weights and then are stitched together to create a blanket. The pockets provide for even weight distribution ensures weight consistency all along the blanket’s length and width.

The fillers used in the blanket can be of different varieties like – plastic poly pellets, micro glass beads, steel shot beads, beans, rice, etc. The type of fillers may determine the weight of the blanket.

The micro-glass beads are mostly used by high-end blankets providing a smooth texture to the blanket. These microbeads are machine washable and dryer safe. The steel shot beads are the most cost-effective option used by manufacturers.

 

 

Easy Cleaning

Most weighted blankets come with a removable cover. These covers act as a protective layer for the blanket. All you have to do is remove the cover and the internal ties and clasp attachments, and then wash it. In some cases, you can put the whole blanket into the washer for cleaning.

While in some other cases, the blanket may only be dry cleaned or spot cleaned. The manufacturer mentions the cleaning instructions, and you can accordingly comply with the instructions.

Multiple Health Benefits

As mentioned earlier, most people will opt for these blankets to cure any possible sleep disorders. The weighted blankets are generally used as a healing therapy. They also provide for deep pressure therapy by most of the users.

The users have experienced positive results in several health conditions, including autism, ADHD, and osteoarthritis. Conditions like anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, stress, etc., have miraculous effects from these blankets.

So, if you are someone who is experiencing any sleep disorders, give these blankets a try.


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