RelaxBlanket Weighted Blanket | 60''x80'',20lbs | for Individual Between 190-240 lbs | Premium Cotton Material with Glass Beads | Dark Green

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We also loved the double-sided outer layer which has a 200-thread count – 100 per cent cotton on one side and a silky soft velvet-style fabric on the reverse. We were also impressed by the ethical production process that ensures every worker at each stage is paid a fair wage. So, if you’re not prone to overheating or feeling claustrophobic, consider bumping up a bracket for max benefits. Science shows that sleeping under weight improves sleep quality, lowers stress, and eases anxiety – and when those things are better, everything’s better! But that’s the magic of it: there are no beads or added components because the weight comes from the layer upon layer of hand-knitted organic European cotton.

The blanket should encourage the feeling of rest and relaxation and help soothe and calm the body and mind. When starting to use a weighted blanket, start with approximately 10 minutes and observe the change in your body and mind before and after use,” suggests Henderson. A healthier choice for your home and the environment: organic cotton uses up to 90% less water than conventional farming methods and is free from harmful chemicals, pesticides, synthetics, or artificial softeners. Its Karma switch blankets come with removable covers in various colours, including indigo, olive green, peachy petal and, of course, grey. This is recommended only as a guide; preferred weights can vary between 5 per cent to 12 per cent of a person’s weight.You’re even likely to find one that will cover your entire bed, so long as it’s no bigger than a superking.

The result is a breathable, super-soft blanket that helps you adapt to changing temperatures for a comfortable night’s sleep. If the weighted blanket comes with a removable cover, cleaning it is as easy as washing the cover, following the label’s instructions.The weight is slightly less than most weighted blankets, but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing because it should be perfect for people who find 6kg-plus blankets a little overwhelming or claustrophobic. It’s generally safe for adults to sleep with a weighted blanket every night – in fact, our tester now sleeps under their Simba blanket at all times. The Orbit weighted blanket promises “better, deeper sleep”, and we found it delivered, allowing our tester to sleep soundly throughout the night. You shouldn’t give these blankets to children under three-years-old and, if you have a respiratory or chronic medical condition, you should check with your GP before using one.

And we particularly like that this weighted blanket works just as well draped over the bed as it does in the living room on a chair or sofa. Treatments are available for insomnia, but those looking for a non-medicated route to better sleep would do well to give weighted blankets a go. The cover was also easy to get on and off, which is not always the case with these blankets, so that was appreciated.

And although the weighted blanket is machine washable, most domestic washing machines are unlikely to have a drum big enough to accommodate the size of the blanket or the weight if you opt for the heavier 11. We think this blanket is great value for money, but it is only suitable for spot cleaning and doesn’t have a cover, so it might be worth investing in one to keep your blanket clean and fresh. The general rule is to start with a weighted blanket that is about 10 per cent of your body weight, says Henderson. Our Tree Napper is made of Tencel, a fiber made from the wood pulp of trees grown and replaced on specialized tree farms. It was a little lighter than some of those I’ve tried, but still heavy enough to stop me tossing and turning in bed, so I sleep really deeply when I use it.