In the U.S and Canada, an electric blanket is a blanket with an integrated electrical heating device usually placed above the top bed sheet. In the U.K and Commonwealth, electric blanket commonly refers to an electric under the blanket (electric mattress pad), which is placed below the bottom bed sheet. Electric blankets usually have a control unit which adjusts the amount of heat the blanket produces. Blankets for larger sized beds often have separate controls for each side of the bed. The electric blanket may be used to pre-heat the bed before use or to keep the occupant warm while in bed. Some modern "low voltage" electric blankets have thin carbon fiber wires and work on 12–24 volts. The first electric blanket was invented in 1912 by American inventor Samuel Irwin Russell. This earliest form of an electric blanket was an ‘underblanket’ under the bed that covered and heated from below. There is some dispute about when the first electric over blankets were introduced.
The first recorded publication of such a unit was in 1930 by Samson United Corporation.[1] However, others claim it was later in 1937 that electric 'over blankets', which lie on top of the sleeping person, were introduced in the United States. Much like heating pads, electric blankets use an insulated wire or heating element inserted into a fabric that heats when it is plugged in. The temperature control unit, located between the blanket and the electrical outlet, manages the amount of current entering into the heat elements in the blanket. Some modern electric blankets use carbon fiber wires to heat the user. These wires are far less bulky and conspicuous than older heating wires. Carbon fiber wires are also used as the heating element in many high-end heated car seats. Blankets can be purchased with rheostats that regulate the heat by managing body heat and blanket temperatures, ensuring a comfortable experience. Newer electric blankets have a shutoff mechanism to prevent the blanket from overheating or catching fire.
Older blankets (prior to about 2001) may not have a shut-off mechanism; users run the risk of overheating. Older blankets are considered fire hazards. Some electric blankets work on a low voltage of 12 to 24 volts, including those which plug into ordinary household electrical outlets; in the US, such blankets are sold by Soft Heat, Serta, and Select Comfort.[3] Such blankets also include 12-volt blankets designed for in-car use; they tend to shut off automatically every 45 minutes or so. Old or damaged blankets concern fire safety officials internationally. The use of such blankets is of concern due to the combination of heat, electricity, the abundance of flammable bedding material, and a sleeping occupant. In the UK, it is estimated that 5,000 fires per year are caused by faulty electric blankets,[4] of which 99% are believed to have been caused by blankets 10 years or older. Electric blankets also present a burn risk to those who cannot feel pain or are unable to react to it.
Individuals included in this group are small children, diabetics, and the elderly. As with any source of heat over the groin, use of electric blankets can reduce fertility in men. There is little scientific evidence to support concerns that electromagnetic radiation from electric blankets may cause negative health effects. A cartoon electrical blanket with its electrical temperature control acting as an anthropomorphic face named "Blanky" was portrayed in the 1987 film The Brave Little Toaster. ^ "Electric Sleeping Blanket for Winter Weather" Popular Mechanics, April 1930, bottom-right pg. 542 See also the incomplete information at: We offer many types of mattress pads. If you're looking for mattress protectors or foam toppers, simply click either link. 100% Cotton Top Quilted Mattress Pad The 100% natural cotton top mattress pad is quilted with 7 ounces of premium polyester fiber. It is designed for use under your sheets. It has a deep elastic skirt to fit all mattress thicknesses.
This mattress pad is quite inexpensive but very effective at reducing heat common to foam mattresses and memory foam mattress pads. The polyester quilting will reduce heat by 35% in memory foam mattresses and toppers. Since most foam mattresses sleep warm, this mattress pad makes a big difference. It, typically, doesn't lessen the feel or support of our memory foam mattresses. This quilted mattress pad adds a layer of protection: it will give you time to quickly strip your bedding and sheets if something spills on your bed, so the spill won't soak directly through the sheets and into your new mattress. The pad also helps prevent body hair from entering the mattress. Since we do not accept returns on mattresses with body hair, this is an important addition. These mattress pads can be used on any mattress you select and therefore may not be returned. Fitted Organic Cotton Mattress Pad Need a custom size mattress pad? We can make custom sizes. Mattress pad material of high quality may cost more but lasts much longer.
This mattress pad is made from thick luxurious USA grown certified organic cotton. It has a 15" skirt (also organic cotton) with elastic around the bottom edge. When we designed this product it was very important that it be machine washable/dryable and be able to last for many years. In fact, this organic cotton mattress pad is sewn large and needs to be washed on hot and dried on hot before using, in order to shrink it to the proper approximate size. We strongly recommend using this mattress pad over the wool puddle pad mattress protector to help protect your mattress from spills. Organic Mattress Pad—with quilting Need a custom size organic mattress pad? anic mattress pad made using USA grown certified organic cotton. This high quality organic mattress pad can do what the other mattress pads do, just a whole lot better. The extra quilting adds ventilation which is perfect for "hot" sleepers. It is more durable than the inexpensive polyester mattress pad above. It is machine washable.
In fact we sew these large and they need to be washed in hot water and dried on hot before using so they will shrink to their approximate size. Fitted skirt with elastic is large enough to fit around mattresses up to 12" tall. Organic Wool Mattress Pad Wool mattress pad made using 1.8 ounces of certified organic wool per square foot between two layers of certified organic cotton fabric. These are designed for use under your sheets. The wool mattress pad quilting will reduce heat by 35%. Since most foam mattresses sleep warm, this wool mattress pad makes a big difference. It won't lessen the feel or support of our foam mattresses (memory foam included). This organic mattress pad adds a layer of protection: the wool inside naturally slows water absorption and it will give you time to quickly strip your bedding and sheets if something spills on your bed, so the spill won't soak directly through the sheets and into your new mattress. Spot clean any stains using a sponge with mild soap.
Dry this wool mattress pad in direct sunlight. Direct sunlight freshens and kills any bacteria or bed bugs that might be hiding in the organic mattress pad. You should air out this product at least once a month, but once a week is best. Do not machine wash, dry, or dry clean this organic mattress pad. Washing will result in shrinkage and the wool bunching up. Spot clean only using a mixture of water and vinegar, and dry in direct sunlight. This organic wool mattress pad will fit a mattress up to 12" thick. Because of the intimate nature of our organic wool mattress pad, it is not returnable. ChiliPad® Heated or Chilled Mattress Pad FREE SHIPPING on all ChiliPad orders, plus a 90-day satisfaction guarantee. The ChiliPad heated mattress pad heats water and circulates it through a quilted mattress pad, subsequently heating the pad. You can set your side to hot while your partner's side is set to cold. This pad heats or chills the water from 46°–118°F (8°–48°C). ChiliPad™—As seen on the TODAY Show!
ChiliPad™ is a cooling mattress pad with a cooling and heating temperature control system. It regulates the surface temperature of your mattress so that you sleep comfortably all night long. With ChiliPad™, you pick your ideal sleep temperature and maintain it all night, helping you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.What's the value of a good night's sleep? When you look at the actual cost, you can enjoy the benefits of sleeping at your ideal temperature for only 18¢ a night. Plus, the EPA confirms simply adjusting your thermostat 1 degree saves 7% off your cooling or heating costs. Use ChiliPad™ to cool or heat your bed, and save enough in energy to pay for your purchase in less than a year!Your best night's sleep is a few degrees away! ChiliPad™ is a cooling mattress pad that also heats. It regulates the surface temperature of your mattress so that you sleep comfortably all night long.Designed to fit all standard and extra thick mattresses, this unique 150 thread count, poly-cotton cooling mattress pad uses soft medical grade silicone tubing to circulate regular water through the pad.
A built in connection tube (48" in length) connects the pad to the control unit. Dual-zone, dual temp ChiliPads have separate tubing and independent control units for each side creating a dual temperature zone.Control the temperature with the touch of a button, either directly on the control unit or conveniently in bed with the wireless remote control. Set the temperature in 1° increments from 46°–118°F (8°–48°C). The control unit heats or cools regular water to your set temperature and circulates it through the pad, generally achieving temperatures between 60°–110°F (16°–43°C) on the bed surface. A thermostat maintains the set temperature, letting you sleep at your ideal temperature throughout the night.End battles over the thermostat and save money on your energy bill by cooling or heating your bed instead of your entire house! The control unit averages less than 80W of energy use, and dual-zone ChiliPads let you set each side of the bed independently. Fall asleep faster and achieve deeper, restorative sleep longer by controlling your sleep temperature!