Dual Control Electric Blanket

There are a few options to help you stay warm in your bed at night time. Turning up the heat in the house is generally not a good option as it takes time to raise the temperature and it does little to warm the surface of your bed until the next day. Space heaters can be used, as can electric fireplaces. However these heat an entire room and therefore may be overkill in some instances.

For more localized heat, and to keep costs low there are other options. A heated mattress pad is certainly one possibility. However, for those who want to wrap their body in warmth an electric blanket is the better choice. These blankets also offer users the ability to use them elsewhere around the house.

When choosing an electric blanket there are just a few things to consider:

Comfort
If an electric blanket offers multiple heat settings the user is likely to find the heat level that they prefer at any given time. However, if there are two people sleeping in a bed, then a dual control electric blanket is needed to allow each of them to have the heat setting they prefer.

Size
Obviously the blanket you choose needs to fit your bed. These electric blankets come in Twin, Full, Queen, and King sizes. However, generally speaking, only the Queen and King sizes offer the dual controls.

Fabric
Some blankets will offer a textured surface and others a smoother, softer surface. Consider the fabric used and the texture compared to your personal taste. Certainly, blankets made of cotton, polyester, acrylic, and so forth will offer users the convenience of cleaning them in the washing machine. Color is probably the final consideration related to the fabric, and is merely a matter of personal choice.

Safety
Most of these electric blankets will operate with low power and present minimal hazards. However an auto-shut off feature can assure overheating doesn't occur and that you don't waste electricity.

This high quality dual control electric blanket from Soft Heat is perfect for anyone who prefers a very soft, luxurious feel. It's made of a soft micro fleece fabric which can be machine washed and dried without concerns about pilling, shrinkage, or stretching

These blankets are available in a variety of colors and sizes but each offers 2 zone heating with dual controls, a pre-heat feature, over heating protection, and ultra thin wires for optimal comfort. Their low voltage operating saves energy while keeping you warm.

Canon offers this affordable option for those wanting a dual control electric blanket. It's an 84" x 90" Queen size blanket made of 50% acrylic, 40% polyester, and 10% cotton. It's machine washable and available only in the cream color at this time. It comes with a 5 year warranty. The King size blanket is also available.