People are searching for cheaper alternatives to central heating as the weather turns colder and energy prices soar, and many Argos shoppers are raving about a particular product. The energy-efficient electric blanket from Argos costs £45, and will not only keep you cosy with its soft material, but it could also help you save money on your heating bill due to its low energy consumption.
The Dreamland Antibacterial Heated Underblanket single has four different heat settings, so users can choose the perfect temperature for them. At its lowest setting the blanket costs only 2.7p to run for eight hours, and it even has an overheat protection for complete peace of mind.
Although experts do recommend that users turn the blanket off before they fall asleep so that they can regulate their core temperature. The product is machine washable and will fit onto mattresses with corner straps, reports The Liverpool Echo.
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There is also a timer, and the fastest setting claims: "Have your bed warm in only 5 minutes, it's energy saving and costing only 1p to run per night." The product has received dozens of five star reviews on the Argos website and there is a double bed version available for £55.
One shopper said: "Warms the bed very quickly, stays on safely all night on low setting and is very economical to run. Also it’s full length, so warm feet! Very pleased with the purchase."
A second said: "So much cosier getting into bed on cold nights and I don’t need the heating on in the bedroom. It warms the duvet and bottom sheet after 10 mins."
A third shopper added: "I do not use room heating as the heated blanket Is superb at heating the bed and really saves electricity and of course is so much cheaper", while a fourth added: "In less than ten minutes the bed is warm and ready, a really good purchase for winter season".
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