It also has the ability to direct heat to certain areas. It is washable and also tumble dryer safe. There are two types of electric blanket - underblankets and overblankets. Underblankets sit on the mattress, below your body as you sleep, whereas overblankets are more like a throw that you have on top of you, The Sun reports. If you've not yet caught up with the craze and are still unsure of what electric blankets are, how they work and which one you should buy, then you've come to the right place.

Some blankets are intended to be used all night, but most have a timer so you can set it to turn off once you've fallen asleep. It's best to look for blankets that are washable and have detachable controls, so it's easy to freshen them up. This is a double underblanket made with a luxurious fleecy fabric. It has OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 verification, guaranteeing its quality both in terms of materials and manufacture. If you share your bed with a partner, you can also get blankets with duel controls for different halves, to avoid arguments over how to set the temperature. All Beurer heating products certified according to Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex are subject to constant quality control. This means that they not only make you feel great, but are safe to use as well. The Beurer HD 75 Blanket features Beurer Safety System (BSS), with patented electronic temperature regulation and automatic switch-off after approximately three hours of continuous activity, that ensures you remain safe under your blanket even if you fall asleep. Disclaimer Keeping your home warm and cosy doesn't have to mean a higher heating bill. With six temperature settings, skin-friendly construction and a large surface, the Beurer HD 75 Cosy Heated Throw Blanket was made to keep you nice and cosy while watching TV, reading, or taking a well-deserved nap. Features and Benefits of the Beurer HD 75 BlanketRecent increases in energy prices have meant that many people have been turning to electric blankets to keep them warm this winter. They're relatively cheap to run, and by heating you rather than your whole home, they are more efficient. Simply remove the flex and pop the throw in your washing machine at 30°C to freshen it up when required. Just make sure it’s totally dry before you reconnect the flex. Generously sized, Beurer’s Taupe Cosy Heated Throw is ideal for anyone who wants to curl up snugly on the sofa, but not bother with lighting a fire or turning on the central heating. Made from a gorgeously soft plush polyester velour, it’s big enough for two to share! The electrical and magnetic fields emitted by this heated product may interfere with the function of a pacemaker. Please consult your doctor and the manufacturer of your pacemaker before using this heated item.

Please note that this heated product should not be used by people with reduced sensitivity to heat or by other vulnerable people as they are unable to respond to overheating (e.g. diabetics, skin changes related to illness, or persons with scarred skin in the area where the pad is to be applied, after taking any pain-relieving medication or alcohol). It fits easily to the bed with its elasticated skirt and can be used all night. There are six settings, including a pre-heat function, and you can set it to turn off at a certain time. Size: mine came a bit different sized than advertise: 174cm × 132cm. I'm 5ft6" so it doesn't affect me but if you are taller, bear it in mind.Whether you like to snuggle on the sofa, or stay extra warm in your bed, an electric heated blanket is the perfect solution if you want to keep warm without paying more for heating. The Cosy Heated Blanket was made to keep you comfy, with six temperature settings and a super-fleecy surface that is skin-friendly and extra soft to touch. Dimensions: 190cm x 135cm with a 1m electric cable, Over or under: under, Sizes available: double, Fabric: polyester, Number of settings: six, Auto shut-off: yes, Washable: yes Modern electric blankets have inbuilt cut-out mechanisms in case of overheating, keeping you safe. However, it is important not to keep it on overnight unless the manufacturer specifies that it's okay to do so. For safety, and to stop you from getting too warm if you do nod off, the throw has an auto shut-off feature that switches it off after 3 hours, and uses the Beurer Safety System to ensure it cannot overheat.