Silentnight Dual Control Electric Blanket Double - Heated Electric Underblanket Bed Warmer Sheet with 3 Heat Settings, Easy Fit Straps, Split Controls and Machine Washable - Double 150x137cm (60"x54")

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The Silentnight Comfort Control Electric Blanket is an energy efficient and affordable way to stay warm for less. Pre- heating your bed for 1 hour on a low heat setting costs as little as 1p, so you can afford to cosy up night after night. As sleep experts we recommend turning off the appliance before falling asleep to regulate your core temperature for a less disturbed sleep.

Better blankets have elastic skirting but cheaper models use straps, which can be fiddly. More timing options and heat settings can also make a difference. The best electric blankets let you set different temperatures for your upper and lower body (since feet tend to get colder). If you sleep with a partner, look out for the dual control function, which allows one side of the bed to heat up independently to another. Putting your safety first

You can be sure that when you buy an electric blanket from Argos, you are purchasing a quality product that has been thoroughly tested and conforms to all European and UK safety standards. All electric blankets contain thin electrical heating wires cushioned between layers of fabric. On thinner under blankets you may be able to feel the wires a little underneath your body, but many modern designs offer quilting to add more cushioning. SLEEP SAFE: Features overheat protection for total peace of mind. The blanket sits neatly away from the edges to ensure it remains flat for safety.

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Otherwise, features are limited –there's no auto shut-off timer (so you'll need to remember to switch it off before you drift off to save energy and money), and there are no dual-controls on this model –however, if you're looking for a budget electric blanket, this option will certainly keep out the chill without breaking the bank. As sleep experts we recommend turning off the appliance before falling asleep to regulate your core temperature for a less disturbed sleep.

The Silentnight Comfort Control Electric Blanket helps you to take complete control of your comfort and warmth. The electric blanket is soft to touch but durable, providing added comfort to your mattress. Featuring three heat settings that you can adjust to set the temperature that is just right for you. The Silentnight Electric Blanket is an energy efficient and affordable way to stay warm for less. Pre-heating your bed for 1 hour on a low heat setting costs as little as 1p, so you can afford to cosy up night after night. And, this is one of the few electric blankets on the market that also enables you to independently control the temperature of the body and feet zones of the blanket, so if you suffer from cold feet you can just switch on the lower portion of the blanket, or increase the heat setting in this area alone –genius! As the winter cold sets in, an electric blanket could just be the friend you need. Unlike the heavy covers your grandmother used to inflict on you, the best electric blankets these days are soft and light, with wires you’ll barely notice – and thankfully much safer and affordable, too. The top brands like Silentnight, Dreamland and Slumberdown are just as comforting as a weighted blanket (the currently popular sleeping aid), but they keep you warm and, some say, can also alleviate muscle aches and joint pains.If you're looking for the cheapest way to save on arguments with your other half, then this is one of the most affordable dual-control electric blankets we've come across.Because it fits the entire width of the mattress, it's also one of our top choices if you're a single sleeper in a double or king-sized bed, and the ability to only turn on one half of the blanket is a useful energy-saving feature if your partner is often away. Get cosy with the perfect winter warmer! This Silentnight electric blanket takes just a few minutes to warm your bed.

The blanket itself is thin, so apart from those chunky pads I didn’t feel a thing. There were only three settings, which is far less than most competitors, which means there’s less control over heat. The first setting was fine for eliminating chill, the third was quite toasty, and the second somewhere in between.The good news is that electric blankets have come a long way in recent years, with new smart tech options, dual-controlled double electric blankets that cater to partners who like to slowly roast paired with those who prefer to keep things cool, and under or over blankets that allow you to get the heat exactly where you want it. But perhaps the biggest incentive is the high cost of electricity. At the time of writing, a typical 2000W electric heater in your bedroom could cost 68p an hour to run. By contrast, a 100W electric blanket would cost less than 4p.

High-resistance wires – these days often made of carbon fibre – heat up as an electrical current passes through them. The heat is transferred via fireproof plastic coating to the bedlinen itself. Your blanket will come with a plug (or two if it’s dual-control), which usually extends to around a metre or so. Attach it to your mattress via its straps or elastic skirt, place your sheet over it, and then make your bed as usual. Make sure your duvet fully covers the bed so as not to dissipate the heat. Our shopping editor, Amy, put multiple bestselling electric blankets through their paces to compile this guide, testing sleep comfort, heating efficiency, ease of use of controls, and additional features such as dual-controls or zoned temperature capability to find the electric blankets that deliver best on performance and price.The price you pay to run an electric blanket will depend on its wattage and your usage. A heated blanket can either be kept on all night on a low setting, used for a short amount of time before you get into bed or you fall asleep, or set to turn off at a specific time if it comes with an auto shut-off timer.