Electric blankets have proven to be one of the most popular items when it comes to cutting costs on heating bills this winter - and there’s one in particular which hundreds of people are ‘loving’.
Dunelm shoppers have been snapping up this £22 Cosy and Warm Electric Blanket to help keep them warm at home - and it costs as little as 1p per hour to run.
The blanket comes in three different sizes including a single (£22), double (£30) and king (£34), and is made from 100% polyester which is perfect for keeping you cosy and warm during the cold winter months.
Best of all? It features three different heat settings, so you can set it to the perfect temperature for you, and it even boasts elasticated straps, so the blanket easily fits onto your mattress without slipping on and off during the night.
If you’re someone who hates climbing into a cold bed at night, this £22 winter essential could be the perfect solution. Or, if you’re working from home, and don’t want to rack up a hefty heating bill, simply wrap the blanket around yourself to stay warm.
According to Dunelm, the cost per hour is based on the UK: Price Guarantee (October 2022) electricity rate of 34.00 pence per kWh. However it may change depending on energy tariffs, and also varies on which size blanket you opt for.
Cost per hour dependent on wattage:
Single: approx. 1p per hour (40 Watts)
Double: approx. 2p per hour (70 Watts)
King size approx. 3p per hour (90 Watts)
The electric blanket has racked up hundreds of five-star reviews online, with customers calling it ‘cheap and efficient’ and ‘a must-have for winter’.
One delighted shopper who left a glowing review said: “This is a must-have and economical, you would not want to leave your bed. It's worth the price.”
While a second wrote: “Could not ask for better, perfect fit and easy to use. I don't think that I would be able to get through the cold weather without it.”
“Great during the cost of living crisis, keeps the bed warm without having to use heating,” said a third.
So, if you’re looking for a way to stay warm on a budget, you can pick up the £22 electric blanket here.
