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New Trends In Electric Blankets - Modernized comfort
by Cory Willins
http://www.bedding-and-blankets.com
Not like the ones belonging to your grandmother, the new
styles of electric blanket have really changed to enhance
your sleeping comfort. New electric blankets now come with
heat sensors that turn the blanket on and off to keep a
desired temperature in the bed while you sleep. No longer
just a matter of setting the temperature and plugging it
in, these blankets are designed to keep your sleep as
comfortable and cozy as possible.
Timers and warm-up options are available on many models
that will actually pre-heat the bed for you based on the
time that you indicate they should begin warming. Gone are
the days that you have to get into an icy bed, rather you
will be able to slip between warm and cozy sheets.
Many people have avoided electric blankets because they
feel that they are hard on electricity. This is no longer
true, as the blanket will maintain a constant temperature
and will shut itself on and off as needed. It can in fact
be a cost saver, as you will not have to keep the house as
warm, rather you can just keep your sleeping area cozy.
Several blankets offer remote control features to eliminate
the need for wires and attached controllers. The remote
feature is great for people who like to change the
temperature frequently, as it can sit beside you on your
nightstand and be very easily accessible.
For watching TV or reading an electric throw is a terrific
option. Smaller than a full sized electric blanket they
still offer all the features of a full sized blanket,
including an automatic shut off and multiple temperature
settings.
For really energy conscious consumers the new low voltage
micro-fleece blanket is a great choice. This blanket comes
with a power converter that changes the standard 120V power
into the low voltage 25V power used by the blanket. This
increases both its efficiency and safety, and provides a
constant heat over the whole blanket. There are no hot or
cold spots, nor does the blanket ever get hot to the touch,
rather it stays evenly warm. The micro-fleece fabric acts
to distribute heat evenly over the whole blanket.
Modern electric blankets are both safe and energy
efficient. It is important to keep the blankets in good
repair, and to follow manufactures care information.
The automatic shut offs and multiple temperature setting
prevents the old problems of overheating with electric
blankets. All types of fabrics and colors are used to make
electric blankets, so finding a match for your bedroom or
home is not difficult. Try treating yourself to an electric
blanket for a warm and comfortable sleep.
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