A COSY night in just got a whole lot cheaper – if you’re shopping for a heated blanket this weekend,.
Dunelm’s £32 Heated Throw is winning fans across the UK for combining affordable comfort with practical features.
Available both in-store and online, this 100 per cent polyester fleece throw is soft, snuggly, and machine washable, perfect for curling up on the sofa or adding an extra layer of warmth to your bed.
Features Worth Knowing
Dunelm’s heated throw comes with six adjustable heat settings and a 100W power rating, giving you control over how warm you want to be.
At 130cm x 160cm, it’s generously sized and ideal for sharing or stretching out under during chilly evenings.
It’s also OEKO-TEX certified, meaning it’s made with safe materials under responsible working conditions, a reassuring extra for anyone concerned about quality and safety.
Running costs are tiny, just around 2.5p per hour, based on the current UK electricity price cap.
That means you could stay warm for an eight-hour evening for about 20p, making it a bargain compared to turning up the central heating.
Heated throw price war
This £32 price tag makes Dunelm one of the cheapest places to pick up a heated blanket this weekend, undercutting Argos’s popular Home Grey Heated Throw at £50.
While Argos’s model has a slightly faster heat-up time (around five minutes), a nine-hour timer, and an automatic temperature sensor, the £18 saving on Dunelm’s version might be enough to sway budget-conscious shoppers.
Both options include six heat settings, overheat protection, and machine-washable covers – so you’re not missing out on key safety features.
Safety experts recommend checking electric blankets before use every winter.
Look out for frayed fabric, scorch marks or damaged cords, and replace your throw if you notice any faults.
Never use a hot water bottle at the same time as an electric blanket, and ideally replace them every ten years to stay safe
6 top safety tips when using electric blankets
- Unplug your electric blanket before getting into bed, unless it has a thermostat designed for safe overnight use.
- Avoid using one if you have an airflow pressure-relief mattress or are applying emollient creams.
- Never pair an electric blanket with a hot water bottle.
- Stick to buying new blankets rather than second-hand ones.
- Inspect your blanket regularly for damage and replace it every 10 years.
- When storing, keep it flat, rolled, or loosely folded to protect the wiring.
