YOUR GUIDE TO BUYING THE BEST ELECTRIC BLANKET TO KEEP YOU COSY THIS WINTER

In winter, there's nowhere we'd rather be than cuddled up under a cosy blanket. But if nana's crochet quilt just isn't cutting it in the chill, try turning up the toastiness with an electric blanket or heated throw! These warming soft furnishings are some of winter's hottest items and we can certainly see the appeal. With their ability to keep you snug and comfy all night, as well as being cheaper to run than a heater, electric blankets and throws are a wonderful addition to your home this season. We'll take you through some of our top picks and give you a complete run-down of electric blanket essential knowledge - you might be pleasantly surprised at just how energy-efficient they are!

WINTER'S HOT TOPIC

Electric blankets and heated throws add a little luxury to lazing about in winter. With their ability to heat up via thin wires that run the length of the fabric, these winter warmers are super snuggly and retain temperature well. Because of this, you can say goodbye to hours of heating up draughty rooms with a power-guzzling space heater and instead enjoy being wrapped in the same warmth as a hug from mum.

COSY AND COST-EFFECTIVE

Thanks to their clever heating mechanism and insulating properties, electric blankets are very effective at warming themselves (and you) up! This means they only need to be run for a short amount of time to preheat before hopping into bed.

For a good night's sleep, we recommend turning on your electric blanket around half an hour before you plan to go to bed. This will leave you with a wonderfully welcoming set of sheets that will remain warm all night long. Simply turn off the heating once you're in bed and, voila! You're ready to curl up and listen to the wind and rain just outside your bedroom window while staying snug as a bug.

The best part is that on average, electric blankets and heated throws only use 4 cents of power per hour - this equates to less than $20 for a whole winter of indulgent warmth!

SAFE AND SOUND

Electric blankets and heated throws don't need to keep you up at night. Modern designs have been stringently safety tested to Australian standards and automatically turn themselves off to avoid overheating - ensuring you and your family are in safe (and warm) hands!

Like any household item that uses electricity, you just want to make sure you are using your electric blanket or heated throw with care. To properly enjoy your blanket or throw; remember to turn it off once it's suitably heated, roll it up neatly for storage and don't use old, frayed or damaged products.

CHOOSING YOUR BEST FIT

Now that you have the essentials under your belt, it's time to hone in on which product is the best fit for you! Before you add any blankets, throws (or both!) to your cart, let's look at the features of each.

Both electric blankets and heated throws provide you with direct heat in minimal time, with minimal energy consumption.

ELECTRIC BLANKETS

Electric blankets are designed to fit standard bed sizes, so from single to king, the whole family is covered. Controllers allow you to customise timers and adjust heat levels, like our Elysian Fitted Electric Blanket that features 9 settings. Fitted elastic keeps the blanket from slipping and acts as a base for your bedlinen, meaning you may love plush varieties such as the Goldair Platinum Australian Wool Electric Blanket for an added layer of comfort. Plus, electric blankets are super easy to care for. Our Jason Fully Fitted Washable Electric Blanket can be thrown in the washing machine with no fuss.

HEATED THROWS

Heated throws are much like electric blankets, but more portable. Plus, these handy winter warmers are functional while adding to your home décor! Simply match the colour palette of the room and drape them over the back of sofas when not in use. Heated throws come in a range of varying sizes that allow you to cocoon amongst their fabric solo, or with the whole family on the couch. We love the Soren Heated Throw Rug XL for a velvety soft experience or the Elysian Low Voltage Heated Throw's bold print that is sure to make a statement.

No matter which you choose, with an electric blanket or throw you will certainly be turning up the heat this winter!

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