‘Can’t live without’ shoppers praise the Amazon purchase that keeps them warm for 1 cent
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, many cash-strapped households are faced with the dilemma of staying warm or saving money.
The recent rise in energy bills has sent prices skyrocketing by an astronomical 10%, forcing millions of Brits to come up with clever hacks to stay toasty – or look for wallet-friendly bargains so they don’t have to freeze in their homes .
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One of these affordable products that has been popular lately is the Silentnight Comfort Control Electric Blanket on Amazon.
The bedroom essential is made of cozy fleece material and has three heat settings. Moreover, you can safely throw it in the washing machine.
In addition, the blanket heats up in no time, according to the product description online, so you don’t have to wait long before you can enjoy a good night’s sleep.
The blanket, measuring 135 x 120 cm, has already taken the online giant by storm, with more than a whopping 9,000 orders in just one month alone.
With over a whopping 45,000 positive reviews, it’s no surprise that the £25 purchase has earned a very impressive 4.4 star rating on the website.
Satisfied customers appreciate the blanket’s warmth, quality and value, and many are happy with how quickly their bed warms up.
An Amazon shopper who gave the bargain buy the maximum five stars said: ‘I recently purchased the Silentnight Comfort Control Electric Blanket and it has truly transformed my cold nights into a warm and inviting oasis.
“This electrically heated underblanket offers the perfect balance between comfort and control, making it a must-have for anyone looking for a cozy night’s sleep.”
Another said: ‘It’s so soft you can’t feel the wires (which is a problem with some electric underblankets).
”The settings are simple. 3 gives you a nice glow, 2 is a comfortable warmth, 1 is strictly to maintain a gentle hum of warmth once it warms up by 2 or 3.”
A third added: ”I can’t live without it in winter now, it’s so lovely and warm.
”Also saves on the electricity bill. It is easy to use, good quality and washes well.”
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Real estate expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
“Windows are a common place for the cold from outside to enter your home, this is due to small openings that can let air in, so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark,” he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth because it can provide a kind of “insulation” between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
“Your floor is another part of your home where heat can be lost and make your home feel cold,” he continued. “On cold days you may notice that your floor is not pleasant to walk on because your feet are freezing.
“Add rugs to areas that don’t already have carpet. This will provide a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above.”
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, attic space, crawl spaces and under floorboards.
“Loose insulation is great for this, and it is a more affordable form of insulation, with a large bag being picked up for around £30,” explains Joshua.
4. Keep your interior doors closed
“Household members often congregate in one room in the evening, which is usually the kitchen or living room,” says Joshua.
“This means you only need to heat a small part of your home and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out.”
5. Block drafts
Don’t forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and mailboxes as these can let in cold air if they are not properly secured.
However, despite the positive reviews, there was also – albeit little – criticism.
Many noted that the heated blanket arrived significantly smaller than they expected.
“Please note: the size of this electric blanket is quite small,” warned one disappointed customer.
Another critic claimed that the blankets are “great until they last.”
”After you buy five, each in different sizes, single, double and king, they all die within six months.
”Most people who review these do so after owning the product for a few days or weeks. There is definitely a flaw in these blankets.”
