If you wish to hand wash the blanket use a mild washing powder in lukewarm water and soak for 15 mins. After soaking gently wash the blanket and rinse thoroughly with clean water, allow the water to drain from the blanket by gently squeezing, do not wring. The reason why we suggest this is because we have seen many blankets ruined when they have rubbed against the door rubber, during the spin cycle. Never place additional articles such as pillows or clothes or allow any animal onto the heated area of the blanket when switched on.

What’s more, the generous padding and 180-thread cotton count cover give you a luxury feel even when the heating’s off. Put it all together and you’ve got a terrific topper for the cold months, but one you might want to keep in place the whole all year round. Blankets come in two basic types: heated mattress covers or pads that sit on top of the mattress but beneath the sheets, warming you and the duvet from below. Meanwhile, an overblanket slips inside your duvet cover to keep you cosy from above – some versions replace your duvet entirely.If your blanket is too big for your own washing machine you can take the blanket to the launderette, washing instructions are the same as home laundry, if using a dryer use the Low setting.

Made from 200 thread-count organic cotton, this mattress cover can be disconnected from its flex and popped into your washing machine to keep it fresh, and it can be tumble-dried too, so it won’t be long before you can snuggle up in its warmth again. For machine washing, load the blanket into the machine taking care that it does not rest on the rubber which surrounds the opening, we suggest either a bath towel or sheet be loaded in front of the blanket, to help prevent the blanket falling forward. With six temperature settings to choose from, including fast heat up, Intelliheat+ technology ensures your bed is warm in just 5 minutes. There's no need to worry about getting a little too stuffy either as the protector will respond to temperature changes while you sleep, cooling down as you warm up, and vice versa. This one also avoids a lot of the usual underblanket pitfalls: it’s big enough to cover most of the bed; the deep, elasticated skirt stops it riding up during the night; there’s no cold central zone between the two regions, and any wires are nicely unobtrusive. There’s a super-king size available and you can even wash it at 30˚C. The Homefront is a blanket with a mid-range price tag but one that works and feels like a high-end option.

Dreamland

We’ve also got Dreamland blankets that are suitable for double, queen and super king size beds. So, no matter how big your bed is or who you’re sharing it with, you’ll be able to enjoy a warm and comfy night’s sleep throughout the chillier months. Heated throws with heaps of personality Electric Blankets are not suitable for infants or people who are insensitive to heat. For young children the control must be pre set by a Parent or Guardian, unless the Child has been adequately instructed on how to operate the controls. Hot water bottles are nice to cuddle up with, but they only keep you warm in one spot, and when you have a bigger bed, those cold patches can really make you feel the chill. With a heated mattress protector, your whole bed can be made all nice and cosy before you even get in it. Ensure a dry night’s sleep without compromising on comfort with our wide range of waterproof mattress covers. For your baby or a toddler, our range of nursery and cot bedding includes waterproof cot mattress protectors to save you from worry when little accidents occur and give peace of mind that your baby is sleeping comfortably. Many of our mattress protectors are also fully machine washable so they’ll last for years to come.