The Dual Control Dreamland Electric Blanket even has two heated sections with individual controls if you and your partner want to select different temperatures. Made from machine washable materials, our electric blankets are easy to keep clean too. Size and coverage: Make sure the throw is large enough to cover you comfortably. If you want one you can snuggle up under with your other half or kids, make sure you go for a large size so there's space for everyone. While your heated blanket warms your bed before you even step in, it can also help to maintain your body temperature throughout the whole night. This can help you remain in a deep and relaxed sleep, stopping you from being woken up during the night with chilly toes! Last year, energy prices surged dramatically, and with the cost of living crisis, everyone’s bills went through the roof. With winter just around the corner again, many people are looking for ways to stay warm while keeping the heating off, and Mumsnet users swear by the best heated throws as a potential solution. Along with other ideas like using the best hot water bottle and wearing the cosiest women's slippers, these electric throws focus on heating the person and not the room to stave off the cold. And while they can be pricey initially, some throws cost from as little as 1p a night to run. Temperature settings: Look for adjustable heat settings so you can get the most out of your blanket – some options have as many as 10 different settings! Bear in mind that it does often cost more to run a blanket on the higher settings, so it's a good idea to opt for one with good range.

When testing and selecting the best heated throws we considered size, heat settings, timer function and value. All of our heated throws are luxuriously soft and cosy. This makes them perfect for snuggling up with on an evening and they can even be shared with a loved one whilst you both relax and watch some TV. With super thin wiring, you won’t be able to feel any of the heating elements – making it even more comfortable to use! Multiple Heat and Timer Settings Coming in all kinds of shapes and sizes, from single size all the way up to king size, we’ve got a heated mattress protector to suit every bed. With temperature controls to customise the heat level, auto shut-off so you don’t have to remember to turn it off and an elasticated skirt to fit to your mattress and hold firmly in place, it’s a no-brainer really. And costing pennies to run, it’s an economical alternative to using the central heating just to warm the bed up. Heated throws for the ultimate sofa experience Whether in bed, on the couch, or in your favourite comfy chair, we can help keep you warm and cosy with our range of high-quality electric blankets and heated throws. At Lakeland, you’ll find a great selection of heated blankets, throws and even heated ponchos. You can rely on all our products to heat you safely and without breaking the bank. Electric blankets for blissful sleepThis throw can be machine washed at 30 ˚ thanks to the detachable controller so you can keep you throw looking its best while maintain its super soft feel. Suitable for All the Family

This luxurious chocolate heated throw is perfect for keeping warm both in bed or on the sofa even on the coldest winter evenings. Superbly soft and indulgently cosy, every stitch of this throw is made with Homefront’s trademark attention to detail. Getting into a cold bed when all you want to do is warm up and settle down for the night isn’t fun. And no matter how long you have the heating on before you go up to bed, you just can’t seem to get the bed cosy and warm. Sounds like all you need is a heated mattress protector. Simply pop one onto your bed and turn it on five minutes before bedtime and you can say goodbye to cold sheets and piles of blankets forever. On a freezing wintery night, or even a nippy one in the middle of British summer, there’s nothing like having a toasty, preheated bed waiting for you. A warm bed relaxes your body and eases you into sleep better than anything. And whilst the wind howls and the rain drives outside on a cold evening, what better way is there to snuggle up on the sofa than under a heated blanket or throw?This throw measures 130cm x 200cm making it the perfect size for wrapping up alone or for sharing with the family while relaxing on the couch. It can also be thrown over the bed to keep you warm throughout the night. Low-Cost Heating Alternative If you're worrying about your children staying well this winter, then it's understandable that you might be considering allowing them to get under your heated throw. These blankets are perfectly safe for children to use under supervision, but they're not recommended for under fives. They're also not safe for children to sleep with, as they should always be supervised when using a heated throw. How we chose the best heated throw The best heated throw blanket is always a hot topic on the Mumsnet forums when cold weather comes around. These snuggly spreads are much loved as they could be the key to keeping warm this winter while saving money on your heating bill. They're a little similar to the best electric blankets, but while those are predominantly used as bedding, heated throws are more decorative and you can cosy up under them on the sofa.

With our heated throws having both heat and timer settings to choose from, you can program it to suit you. With the weather constantly changing, you’ll be able to change the temperature to fit the weather outside as well as being able to make the throw turn on and off whenever you wish! Safety Features We’re often asked, “can you keep an electric blanket on all night?”. The answer is yes. If you make sure you buy one with a handy overnight setting, in the depths of winter you can keep your heated blanket on all night long. Heated Mattress ProtectorsThis blanket has advanced overheat protection so it’ll shut off if it ever gets too hot, giving you complete peace of mind and all Sweet Dreams Electric Blankets are safe for all night use, are CE certified and RoHS compliant to the highest UK standards by a European Recognised Testing House. With advanced overheat protection and nine hourly timer settings, you can safely use your luxurious heated throw all night long. Program it to shut down at any time through the night or let it keep you cosy until you wake up. With three heat settings and a pre-heat switch so you can get straight into a warm bed, you don't have to worry about getting too hot either as they incorporate an overheating protection facility. Unlike electric blankets of old, these electric under blankets are elasticated, so are simple to fit over your bed – and even when the electric blanket is off you'll still be sleeping on soft, fleecy luxury. Shop premium brands like Dreamland for heated under blankets that slip over your mattress and under your sheets for your cosiest and warmest sleep yet. Why use an Electric Blanket? By doing this, we whittled our longlist down and chose a selection of products that we think offer something for everybody. About the author To get even cosier, consider a heated poncho or a wearable heated throw. You can stay warm and snug even when you nip from the sofa to the kitchen for another mug of hot chocolate.

This depends on how long you use it for and which setting you opt for. As a general rule, you can expect running a heated throw to cost somewhere between 4p and 8p an hour. There's often some confusion between heated throws and heated blankets. Whilst electric blankets are predominantly used as bedding, heated throws are used in other parts of the home. Made from sumptuously soft fabric, this large electric heated throw is the perfect mood-booster on a chilly evening. With luxurious material that’s made for wrapping yourself in, this heated throw keeps you warm in the lap of luxury with its modern, chocolate-brown design. Throws are super fashionable right now. Whether you’re planning on keeping it over your bed or sofa, you want them to fit in with your interior. That’s why our electric throws are available in 4 different colours – dark grey and light grey (available on our reversible throw), pink and lilac. So, whether you’re looking for a neutral coloured throw or a vibrant one – we have both options for you to choose! Large Design On chilly winter nights, what better way to keep cosy and warm than with an electric blanket or heated throw? Costing far less than you might think to make sure your bed is the perfect cosy temperature for a better night’s sleep, a heated blanket is just one option if you’re on the hunt for something that can help you get a great sleep.With nine heat settings, which are switched between using the easy-to-use controller, it's designed to accommodate everyone's comfort zone - whether you like to keep toasty warm, or just want to avoid the chill, you're only ever the press of a button away from finding your perfect temperature. Our heated throws are the perfect alternative to an electric blanket. They can be used over your duvet, or just taken onto your sofa to keep you warm and cosy – perfect for reading or Netflix nights! Here’s everything that our electric throws offer… Super Soft and Cosy