On a chilly winter's night, there's nothing more welcoming than a warm, cosy bed. To help guide you to the right heated blanket or throw, we've gathered our top tips and advice to ensure you and your family stay safe and snug

A good night's sleep plays an essential role in our overall health and wellbeing. So, it pays to create the optimal sleep environment, giving you the best chance to unplug from the day as you enjoy a healty, restorative sleep.

Find your perfect sleep temperature

The National Sleep Foundation in the US suggests your bedroom temperature¹ should be approxmately 15 degrees to 20 degrees Celsius for optimal sleep. Check your room thermostat and consider a Sunbeam Sleep Perfect™ wool fleece heated blanket that not only keeps you warm in winter, but also cool in summer.

Create your sleep ritual

You can regulate your body clock by going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. It also helps to have a relaxation ritual before bedtime such as taking a warm bath.

Create the bed you love to sleep in

Think about your sleep position and how much support and temperature control you need. It's worthwhile investing in the right matress, pillows, sheets and heated blankets to create the most comfortable sleep environment that's right for you.

Exercise, but not too close to bedtime

Regular exercise can help you sleep better. Make sure you avoid exercising just before bedtime as you could feel too energised.

Put your digital devices to bed before you

Science² has proven that even our smallest electronic devices emit enough light to promote wakefulness. Wind your mind and body down with calming activities such as reading or listening to relaxing music.

¹ National Sleep Foundation on Sleep.org https://www.sleep.org/articles/temperature-for-sleep/

² Scientific American https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/q-a-why-is-blue-light-before-bedtime-bad-for-sleep/

Safe, controllable and highly economical to run, Sunbeam heated blankets fulfil the dream of slipping into a luxuriously warm bed on a wintry night. Let's take a look at the key benefits of heated blankets and how they help support a good night's sleep.

Heated blankets are very economical to run

According to Energy Australia, these effective heaters cost, on average, four cents an hour³ to run. Because they concentrate heat in one area rather than heating an entire room, they're the best way to stay warm on a budget during winter! A heated throw is perfect for use on the couch.

Smart heat settings enable all-night comfort

A range of temperature settings allows you to select your preferred temperature even in the dark. If you're after more temperature control, opt for our exclusive SleepPerfect© technology, which automatically adjusts the termperature as you sleep to maintain your chosen setting.

Sleep safe and sound with built-in protection

Sunbeam heated blankets and throws undergo strict and extremely thorough testing procedures, making them the safest and most trusted heated blankets available.

Take control with your heated blanket timer

Whether you want to fall asleep with the blanket on for a short while or keep it on all night, our heated blankets let you control the timing with auto-off 75 minute or 120hour settings. Our throws also have a 3 hour auto-off safety feature to give you confidence.

Easy, machine washable heated blankets

It's fantastic to know that Sunbeam electric blankets are extremely easy to clean. Simply unplug the controls, and special waterproof heating elements make them safe to wash, either by machine or by hand. Plus you can even tumble dry them.

³ Energy Australia https://www.energyaustralia.com.au/blog/better-energy/why-you-should-use-electric-blanket-winter

There's a reason why Choice⁴ regards Sunbeam as the best brand for heated blankets. Not all heated blankets are created equal, and at Sunbeam, your safety is our number one priority.

50 years of experience

Sunbeam has been making heated blankets and leading the category for over 50 years. Every component of our blankets meets our strict quality and safety standards, and we choose trusted, reliable and premium quality Italian technology and wiring elements.

Extremely thorough testing

We know what you put your heated blankets through so we rigorously test them to make sure they last the distance as well as being safe, foldable and washable.

Nine levels of safety protection built in

Every Sunbeam heated blanket comes with our industry-leading protection called Sunbeam Safety Shield and the 9 Levels of Safety. We build nine levels of protective measures into each Sunbeam blanket to make sure you sleep safe and sound.

Guaranteed Overheat Protection

Energy Australia lists an overheat protection sensor as a critical element to look for when buying a heated blanket⁵. Sunbeam's Safety Shield and 9 Levels of Safety includes overheat protection measures, which switch the blanket off if it gets too hot.

Safe to wash, tumble dry and store

Detachable controls and waterproof elements make Sunbeam heated blankets and throws safe to machine wash and they can even be tumbled dried. You can roll them and store them, or detach and store the controls in summer, keeping the blanket as a cool and comfy underlay.

⁴ Choice https://www.choice.com.au/home-and-living/bedroom/electric-blankets/buying-guides/electric-blankets

⁵ Energy Australia https://www.energyaustralia.com.au/residential/energy-saving-safety/thehub/my-energy/why-you-should-use-an-electric-blanket-this-winter

If you've never used a heated throw before, you're in for an absolute treat. They're simply the most versatile and portable way to keep warm, whether you're tucking up on the couch or gaming in the den. Soft and luxurious to the touch, they're also perfect to place on top of your bed for extra warmth in the style of a traditional blanket.

The difference between a heated blanket and throw

While the multi-purpose heated throws are designed to complement and room as a decorative throw with a cosy purpose, heated blankets fulfil a different role.

Heated blankets are specifically designed for a comfy night's sleep and sit underneath your sheets and bedding. Some heated blankets fit your mattress like a fitted sheet, while others are easy to put on to keep it secure during the night.

Your heated blanket or throw is destined to become your constant cool weather companion, so it's important ot find the right one that suits your budget and needs.

Sunbeam Sleep Perfect™ Heated Blankets

This premium range offers a breadth of sizes and comfort choices, from 100% Australian wool fleece and luxurious pure cotton to an extra-comfort quilted cotton/polyester mix. Each blanket features our exclusive SleepPerfectⓇ technology, which automatically adjusts the temperature while you sleep to ensure you're constantly comfortable at your chosen setting.

Sunbeam Sleep Express™ Heated Blankets

If you're after an effective, high-quality heated blanket that won't hurt the hip pocket, the Sunbeam Sleep Express™ range keeps you safely warm and snug. Available in a range of sizes, these blankets feature patented Boost Techonogy™ which warms your bed in ten minutes, three times faster than standard blankets.

Sunbeam Feel Perfect™ Heated Throw

These cosy throws are the ultimat way to keep warm around the home. Choose from a range of colours and soft, plush fabrics to complement your decor, including luxurious faux fur, Sherpa fleece and microfleece finishes. They're perfect for the lounge, bedroom, gaming den or home office.