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How could humanity ever live without blankets? Basically, this heavily napped fabric is used to provide warmth as you sleep. Fun fact: Blankets originated in the 14th century, pioneered by a Flemish weaver named Thomas Blanket (Blanquette) in Bristol, England.

Thick and Heavy Warm Blankets

In the early centuries, blankets were essential in military camps. Most of them declared blankets compulsory for sleeping quarters. Unsurprisingly, military forces were some of the biggest single consumers of blankets for many years.

Blankets make everything cozy and comfortable especially during the coldest nights. The thing is, it’s not the blanket that’s producing the heat; it’s actually your body. Through the process of convection, these blankets act as a protective layer against the radiant heat being lost, trapping it instead in the user’s body.

Blankets can be measured in grams per square, also known as GSM. This refers to the amount of fiber that has been used in the product. The more fibre used, the higher the GSM — and the higher the GSM, the thicker and warmer the blanket.

Choosing the Right and Thick Warm Blanket for Winter

Stop torturing yourselves from the cold nighttime temperature and reach for a blanket to add an extra layer of cozy warmth to your bed. When it comes to buying a blanket , you might think there’s nothing to it – just choose the color you like in the right size for your mattress. Although choosing the right one is fairly straightforward, there’s a little more to it than that.

Warm Blanket Sizes for Beds

Buying a blanket just enough for your bed means you have to pick a large product that can cover your mattress and should have a few extra inches to tuck in around the edges. Though exact bed sizes vary from manufacturers, here are the typical blanket sizes (length by width) perfect fo your bed:

• Single: 90cm x 200cm
  
  
• Double: 135cm x 200cm
  
  
• Queen: 160cm x 200cm
  
  
• King: 180cm x 200cm
  
  
• Super King: 200cm x 200cm

Choosing The Right Warm Blanket's Material

Buying the right blanket can be a bit tricky as each material has varying benefits depending on the weather. Here are the different types of blanket material to provide you with just the right amount of warmth for a good night sleep.

• Cotton Blankets are ideal for Summer, Spring, and Autumn months. They are relatively slower to burn and can also be used for additional warmth in cold weather when used in conjunction with a microfibre blanket. Cotton blankets are suited for when a sheet alone doesn't offer enough warmth.
  
  
• Wool Blankets are primarily used during the cooler months; a more traditional blanket that offers good thermal regulation.They are thicker, warmer, and have more substantial fabric to them. Being a natural fibre they breathe well.
  
  
• Microfiber Blankets are primarily used on cold Winter nights and come in varying GSM. It is made up of synthetic fiber finer than a thread and smaller than the diameter of a strand of silk. Synthetic blankets are warm, but often attract a good deal of static electricity, and tend to hold onto hair, dust and loose threads.
  
  
• Fleece are cozy, extra warm, and the best blanket type for children. It is good at wicking away moisture – another benefit when used on a child’s bed.
  
  
• Vellux are sometimes referred to as “hotel blankets” which containa thin foam core surrounded by soft nylon plush with velvety taxture. Vellux blankets are hypoallergenic, can stand stand up to repeated washings even at high temperatures, and are warm and very soft.
  
  
• Electric Blankets are made from synthetic materials housing electric heating elements. This type of blanket will let you adjust the temperature to your personal comfort level. Some have dual controls so you and your partner can program the different sides of the blanket to your preferred temperature. However, electric blankets should not be placed with a comforter or another blanket and are not advisable for children’s bedrooms.
  
  If you are interested in learning more about selecting electric blankets, here is a recommended article written by us: 5 features of an electric underblanket that you need to care about.

Other blanket materials are woven acrylic, down, cashmere, knitted polyester, and mink. They may also come with exotic crafting and material such as crocheted afghan or silk covering.

Along with the right material and size, blankets also have different weaves that will provide your preferred level of warmth and weight.You may choose Thermal weaves that are loose and lightweight, heavy and warm Knitted blankets, the Quilted weave that keeps the blankets from shifting, or the Conventional weave that is very tight and close, creating excellent insulation for body heat.

Whatever blanket you may choose, what matters is how your body gets enough warmth during nighttime. It’s not the price, the design, nor the brand that’s important, but the comfort you’ll experience as you get a good night sleep.

Keep it Warm with WellCare

From heating pads to electric underblankets, Wellcare has a wide range of solutions to help you sleep better and keep your feet warm at all times. For your complete warmth, comfort, and safety, these are made using only the finest available materials.

Our products are also equipped with the 4D Dynamic Warmth Flow system (4D DWF). An innovation in electric heating technology, the 4D DWF mimics the human body’s breathing to ensure even heat distribution throughout the surface of the product.

So, what are you waiting for? Click on the link below and get warm by grabbing a Wellcare product today.