DREAMSVILLE WEIGHTED BLANKET
Are you having trouble sleeping? Have you been feeling stressed or anxious lately?
Of course, we understand. If you have decided to get yourself a weighted blanket to sleep better, you’re in luck because there’s a wide range to choose from.
What is a weighted blanket?
While the effect of a weighted blanket is largely emotional, it was first used in medicine. Heavy blankets were developed for treating anxiety and sleep disorders. Various medical studies show that weight has a positive impact on our sleep cycle.
When do you need a weighted blanket?
Difficulty falling asleep
Are you having trouble sleeping? Have you been feeling stressed or anxious lately? Of course, we understand. If you have decided to get yourself a weighted blanket to sleep better, you’re in luck because there’s a wide range to choose from.
With such a wide selection, it’s not easy to decide which of these blankets would be the best to help you fight your sleep problems, sleep better at night, or relax properly after a stressful day. That’s why we have compiled the best weighted blankets available for you to purchase.
The best weighted blanket is one made from your favorite fabric and is precisely the right size; it shouldn’t sag over the edge of the bed but should be wide enough to cover you adequately. You need a blanket with a removable cover for easy washing.
When selecting the best weighted blankets, we considered size, materials, sustainability, and some additional features. Here, you’ll find everything you need to know if you want to choose the perfect weighted blanket for yourself.
How to choose a weighted blanket?
How important is the size of a weighted blanket?
Many things are better shared. But to get the maximum benefit from a weighted blanket, we believe you should use it alone and get a separate blanket for your partner. If you share a weighted blanket, it is likely to end up wrinkled between the two of you or on the floor. Sharing also leads to problems with weight distribution, meaning neither of you receives the full benefit of deep pressure therapy.
We recommend choosing a blanket that is 10-15% of the user’s body weight. For example, a 60 kg person usually chooses a 6-7 kg blanket. If you want faster results and are accustomed to a heavy blanket, you can choose one a few kilos heavier. For children we also recommend a blanket that is 10% of their body weight plus 2 kg.
This is a general rule of thumb, but personal preferences vary.
Getting used to the blanket
A heavy blanket may feel very different at first. Give yourself time to adjust. The body can take up to two weeks to get used to the weight. Try it for a few hours every night to make sure the weight is right for you.
Differences between weighted blanket fabrics
Choosing the fabric is likely one of the most important components when buying a weighted blanket. You must ensure that it is durable and safe in terms of allergies, thermal conductivity, the feeling against the skin, and other factors. The key is to weigh the pros and cons to find out which one suits you best.
Use it like a regular blanket. Unlike many blankets on the market, our premium series blankets are designed to be used as a regular blanket, provide enough warmth, and don’t require an additional blanket. We recommend using a duvet cover for your blanket.
Choose your weighted blanket carefully so you can start sleeping better and, as a natural consequence, feel better when awake.
Come and try the weighted blanket at our salon at Tartu mnt, 56 in Tallinn. Write to us at info@unela.ee, and we will arrange a suitable time for you.
Sources: Dreamsville, John Blund
