Key Points Unplug and detach the cord, then wash gently by hand or on a delicate cycle with mild detergent.Partially ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Weighted blankets have grown in popularity in the last few years, with some claiming benefits like ...

Snuggling under a wool blanket provides warmth and comfort like no other. A natural fiber, wool both insulates and breathes while being one of the most durable fabrics available. The gift of a wool ...

Weighted blankets have become something of a hot commodity -- and for good reason. Not only do they invite you to cozy up and wind down, but early research shows they might help with anxiety and ...

I hate to break this to you, but that cozy throw blanket you've been snuggling up with on your sofa is probably filthy. Just take a moment to consider all the gross things it comes in contact with on ...

If you’re someone who, like myself, enjoys the light, reassuring pressure of a weighted blanket, you may notice that yours is looking a little dingy right now. That’s completely understandable. This ...

As with all of your other bedding, you’ll need to learn how to wash a weighted blanket for hygienic reasons. However, the same factors that make you love your weighted blanket are also the reasons ...

Before you get started, check the manufacturer’s guidelines on your product. We’re including directions for how to spot-clean, how to hand-wash and what you need to do if you’re going to put your ...

Dear Heloise: I recently bought a couple of ELECTRIC BLANKETS from a garage sale, and I was wondering about the best way to clean them. Can they be dry-cleaned, or can they be washed at home? Help! -- ...

Before you put an electric blanket anywhere near liquid detergent or water, you have to unplug it. Remember, water and electricity do not mix. Disconnect all the controls and cords, and then check the ...

About 40 percent of American adults suffer from insomnia, according to a study in the American Journal of Managed Care—and some of those try to prevent sleepless nights with a weighted blanket. A ...