Should You Put a Cover on a Weighted Blanket?

Weighted blankets have been one of the most useful tools in restoring sleep, alleviating stress, and anxiety. They engender depth touch pressure which enables a person to feel as if they are being held in order to achieve relaxation.

A lot of people, however, sometimes tend to be curious if they have to use a cover on their weighted blanket. This can be for multiple ways such as maintenance purposes, comfort and even aesthetics. So, without further ado, let's take a closer look at some of the advantages as well as disadvantages of covering a weighted blanket and see if it is your cup of tea.

Why You Should Cover Your Weighted Blanket

Safety and Durability

Covering your weighted blanket is essential for maintaining it, so the dust, dirt and oil from skin contact do not go through to the blanket. Weighted blankets are something you may use every night and can easily get dirty rather fast.

Cleaning a weighted blanket without a cover is not easy because most blankets are not designed to be washed in a machine. However, if you have a cover that can be removed, you can wash it easily and prolong the lifespan of your blanket. It simply shifts the concern from the blanket itself; the wear and tear won’t be applied directly to the blanket itself.

Comfort and Temperature Control

Weighted blankets get very hot mainly due to the use of the polyester or minky fabric. However, a cover can help to solve this problem. Cotton or even bamboo cover material allows air to move around the body and keeps one cool during summer months. On the contrary, fleece or flannel cover will heat the blanket up and it will be comfortable to use during winter.

Lastly, if the blanket itself turns out to be too warm or too cool, then the right cover can be helpful in achieving the equilibrium temperature that will enhance sleep. So, a cover enhances the versatility of the person owning the product in terms of seasonal changes.

Aesthetic Appeal

Another reason you should consider placing a cover on your weighted blanket is for fashion purposes. Weighted blankets are bulky and, more often than not, really do not provide any oomph factor that would make them match with your bedroom look. A cover allows you to change colors to match your taste and even add some nice texture. Whether in minimalist neutrals or vibrant patterns, the cover adds some style while still reaping all the benefits of a weighted blanket.

Some manufacturers even go ahead to provide custom covers in different fabrics and designs for the best outcome in the outlook of your bedroom. You can make the weighted blanket look as good as it feels with the addition of a cover.

Consideration: Reasons for omitting a cover

Added Weight

Perhaps one thing that some are most concerned about when adding a cover onto their weighted blanket is the extra weight it will carry. People do know that weighted blankets are designed to be heavier than ordinary blankets, and with a cover, it adds on fabric that could potentially increase the overall weight. With this, therefore, if you are sensitive to that extra weight or prefer the feel of a lighter blanket, you may easily resolve to shun the cover. This is especially so if one already has a heavier blanket and adding much weight may give way to discomfort from what one seeks.

Complex Care

While covers are typically easy to clean, adding a cover to your weighted blanket may make care a bit more involved. Some weighted blankets require hand washing or spot cleaning; adding a cover increases the likelihood you will have to wash both the blanket and the cover separately. It's just perhaps a lot easier to maintain if you don't have a cover on, depending on how big of a pain it is to clean the actual weighted blanket material.

Conclusion

Whether one uses a weighted blanket cover or not is solely up to personal liking and practicality. A cover does bring comfort, aesthetic appeal, and better protection, among other pros, but it does add to the overall weight, and makes cleaning a bit more complex. If you look at ease in maintaining, temperature regulation, and personal accent, then the cover will suit you best. But if you want to deal with minimal weight while having lesser bother over its care, well, no cover will be your choice.

Whatever fits, that is the most important thing. Your weighted blanket should be inviting to you to afford you comfort and relaxation. Whether with or without a cover, it should upgrade your sleep and support your mental health in some way.