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\n\nThere are tons of bedding options to choose from, and when cold weather hits, buying an electric blanket — also known as a heated blanket — might be the best decision you can make. Heated blankets have small wires running along the inside, which use electric heat to radiate warmth. Experts I spoke with say that while they’re great for battling freezing-cold temperatures, they can also pose a safety hazard when you use them improperly.
\n\nFor guidance on how to use a heated blanket without risk, and to learn more about who can most benefit from one, I spoke with fire safety experts and a board-certified pediatrician. I also gathered a list of options to shop based on their guidance.
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\n\nAll of the electric blankets below have at least a 4-star average rating from 500 reviews or more on Amazon, or at least 100 reviews on Wayfair, Target or the individual blanket’s brand sites.
\n\nThe Bedsure electric throw blanket comes in…
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