Why I should use electric blanket.

Why I should use Electric Blanket instead of electric room heater?

There are three types of electric Blankets (a) Under Blankets, (b) Over Blankets and (c) Heated Throws. The under blankets and over blankets are more suitable for bed rooms whereas heated throws are suitable for use to warm couch/sofas which could eliminate for use of room heaters in lounge/drawing-room.

Which electric blanket shall I prefer to purchase- A fast heating blanket or steadily warming Blanket?

A steadily warming blanket is appropriate for human body. The steady increase in temperature of the body is more comfortable and soothing. After plugging in the electric blanket the if you touch the blanket you will not feel warmth immediately as one touches the blanket with palm since the skin sensation of the palm is harder than the body skin sensation. After 4-5 minutes one may feel blanket warmness.

Are electric blankets safe?

In the last ten years, there has been considerable research and development in the designing & development of Electric Heated Blankets. The use of Teflon coated heating elements is fire & shock resistant. The normal life of a blanket is 8 to 10 years if used with due care. The dampness, the damaged power code, worn out fabric, exposed element & lose connections should be checked for before use.

How long do you need to run them for?

Electric blankets are very effective bed warmers, normally one need to run the blanket for around 10 to 30 minutes on an average setting before entering the bed to sleep.as the warm air is trapped under your Quilt/Rezaei, you should keep warm all night – and you won’t need a room heater. Many electric blankets also come with digital timers that can be pre-set to switch off.

How much does an electric blanket cost to use?

. On an average the electric blanket consume electricity equivalent to consumption of electricity by a 60 watt bulb. The average electricity cost in Indian rupees per kilowatt hour is rupees six per kilowatt hour.. For one Hours use, it is 60 W x 1 hr = 60 Wh = .060 kWh. The cost at 6 rupees per kWh would be Rs.0.36 that is 36 paisa per hour is the cost of electricity consumed for use of electric blanket. The wattage of the room heater is normally 600 to 600 watts per hour. The cost of power consumption may be rupees four per hour. It’s clear that cost of electricity consumption is almost negligible in comparison to use of room heater for room warming.

What should I look for when buying one?

Make sure the blanket you are purchasing is having inbuilt thermostat known as overheat protection sensor to switch it off if it gets too hot, plus a controller having LED glow light markings for viewing in the dark.