Electric Blankets

Electric Blankets Buying Guide

Choosing the right type of electric blanket to buy is made much simpler with our Electric Blankets Buying Guide. Just click on a link below, to jump down to further information about the electric blankets area you're interested in:

Electric Blanket Types

Electric Blankets are very energy efficient due to the low amounts of power they use to operate making them very economical.

All our electric blankets conform to the highest European and International Safety standards and are BEAB approved. BEAB Approval is recognised world- wide as representing integrity and technical expertise.

There is nothing better than getting into a warm cosy bed on those cold winter night so to help you choose an electric blanket that will suit your needs let us explain the various types:

Underblankets and Mattress Covers

These blankets are fitted on top of the mattress, with the bottom sheet on top of the blanket and then your usual bedding on top. In order to secure them they either, in the case of Underblankets, have tie tapes or as a mattress cover by a fitted skirt, similar method to a fitted sheet.

Blankets of this type can be used to pre warm the bed and then be turned down to a lower setting for all night use. A standard underblanket may take between 60-90 minutes to warm up depending on the conditions.

Look out for Fast Heat Technology that will warm your bed in about 10 minutes.

Over blankets and Duvets

An Over Blanket sits on top of you with a sheet between you and the Over Blanket or alternatively it can be fitted into a duvet cover.

The Duvet has enclosed heating wires and is used in the same way as an over blanket. Over Blankets and Duvets can be used to pre warm the bed and then turned down to a lower setting for all night use.

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Electric Blanket Materials

Cotton

Provides excellent comfort due to its soft characteristics whilst also being strong and durable.

Polyester

Is very strong, durable and easy to clean.

Polar Fleece

This super soft fleece material provides extra warmth and comfort.

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Features Explained

Easy Care

With controls that detach from the blanket, all our electric blankets are machine washable and can be safely tumble dried in order to keep your blanket clean and fresh.

Heat Control

For individual comfort most blankets have variable heat controls, up to 9 in some instances, this provides the ability to pre-warm your bed and then lower the temperature for safe all night use.

Look out for Dual Controls, this allows personalised comfort on each side of the bed. For example, one side can be warmed whilst the other remains switched off.

Extra Foot Warmth

This feature provides extra warmth at the foot of the bed to keep your toes nice and snug.

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Protection

All blankets are fitted with a built in system that will automatically shut off the power if it exceeds a temperature considered comfortable or if an unsafe situation arises.

Before using your electric blanket please ensure you read the manufacturers user instructions and remember to keep them safe for future reference.

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Storage

When you are not using your blanket:

  • Leave it on the bed.

  • Try either to roll it or fold it loosely to avoid damaging the blankets electric components for longer periods of storage.

  • Always avoid storing other objects on top of a rolled or folded blanket.

  • Always store in a dry place.

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Delay Payments for 12 months with Buy Now Pay Later when you spend £50 or more

Interest is calculated and compounded daily at a typical rate of 44.9% per annum for the delayed payment period and repayment period and is charged to your account at date of order as a lump sum.

Remember, avoid paying all interest by paying the cash price before the end of the delayed payment period. This can be done in one full payment or multiple partial payments.

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What is Buy Now Pay Later?
Buy Now Pay Later is an interest bearing option that allows you to delay payments on your purchases for up to 12 months. The delayed payment period starts from the date of order (including pre-ordered items and those not ready for immediate dispatch).

You can choose:
A delayed payment period of 12 months and then a repayment period of 104 weeks when you spend £50 or more.
A delayed payment period of 12 months and then a repayment period of 156 weeks when you spend £99 or more.

How interest is calculated?
Interest will be charged for the delayed payment period and the chosen repayment period.

Interest is calculated and compounded daily at a typical rate of 44.9% per annum for the delayed payment period and repayment period and is charged to your account at date of order as a lump sum. This calculation factors in the planned payments that are requested during the repayment period. Your interest rate is personal to you and will be detailed in checkout.

How to avoid paying interest?
You can avoid paying all interest for both periods by paying the cash price before the end of the delayed payment period. This can be done in one full payment or multiple partial payments.

Making partial payments may result in a portion of the lump sum of compound interest being refunded at the end of the delayed payment period.

Remember if you choose not to pay the full cash price before the end of the delayed payment period any outstanding balance plus the lump sum of compound interest applied at the date of order will become payable.

How do I make a Buy Now Pay Later payment?
To make a full or partial payment simply log into My Account, choose "Make a payment", select "Pay Buy Now Pay Later" and allocate your payment to the specific item(s) you wish to pay off. Alternatively, you can call us.

What happens after the delayed payment period?
If you have not made any payments towards your Buy Now Pay Later, the outstanding balance plus the lump sum of compound interest will be payable across your chosen repayment period. This will now be included in your account minimum payment request each month.

If you have made partial payments, but not cleared the full cash price before the end of the delayed payment period, the outstanding balance plus a reduced lump sum of compound interest will become payable. The repayment amount agreed for the repayment period will remain the same, meaning the repayment period may be shorter than originally agreed.
If you have paid the cash price in full before the end of the delayed payment period, you will not pay any interest.

What is excluded from Buy Now Pay Later?
The costs for delivery, installation services and any warranty and insurance products cannot be placed on Buy Now Pay Later. Buy Now Pay Later availability is subject to your credit and account status.

Do I still have to pay my minimum payment?
Yes, allocating payments to Buy Now Pay Later will not cover the minimum payment for your Littlewoods account. If you have a non-Buy Now Pay Later balance on your Littlewoods account, you will still need to make at least your minimum payment as shown on your statement.