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Heated throw to tuck in when sitting on the sofa.I'm thinking of investing in a heated throw and won't need the living room central heating on when I'm watching television particularly in the evening.Please excuse me if this question (because of the reason) is a bit 'indelicate.' At present I use a hot water botte when the heating is off. Here's the 'indelicate' bit: My bottom always seems to be cold. I understand that the electric throws (not the ones for putting on the bed, but for when sitting on the sofa watching television) cannot be tucked in. This would mean that I couldn't sit on it to keep my coldest part warm.I'm not too keen on the 'garment type, which have to be worn but would like a throw. Does anyone know of a throw which can be tucked in when I am on the sofa? If so any particular recommended one would be really appreciated. I have a small amount of money left from my birthday and, if I can find a suitable one, would put this towards buying an electric throw. If possible a link to one would be really helpful, thank you.Thank you for any replies.Crimson1
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I cannot believe how many people are advocating bottles/electric blankets when going to bed. Several years ago I invested in:
: Feather / down mattress topper
: Wool packed thiner mattress topper
: duel separable feather/down filled duvets (summer/winter) which are used separately with own cover on same bed
: for extra warmth a single feather down duvet
I am in my 70's and single so not young, and female and feel the cold - but it takes about 5 minutes when getting into a cold bed for it to warm up considerably - usually I end up folding back the single (in winter) and the summer duvet.
Yes, it cost. But a feather / down duvet will last a lifetime if made of natural materals and aired regularly.
Also - mould......
Mould is caused by condesation - or an external source of damp. This should be sorted out by house owners but, if rented, the landlord.
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Deleted_User: Can I suggest getting the cheapest feather or wool filled duvet you can - a single would be fine - looking for a suitable cover to match your decor and sitting on it?
You can wrap the ends aroud your lap......for extra insulation.
Or........buy a sheepskin - these can be had from IKEA for about 35£2 -
luvchocolate said:I've never had damp or mould in a property and lived in about 25.
Always open windows...ventilation is the key1 -
Donna0926 said:luvchocolate said:I've never had damp or mould in a property and lived in about 25.
Always open windows...ventilation is the key
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Deleted_User said:I'm not too keen on the 'garment type, which have to be worn but would like a throw. Does anyone know of a throw which can be tucked in when I am on the sofa?
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QrizB said:Deleted_User said:I'm not too keen on the 'garment type, which have to be worn but would like a throw. Does anyone know of a throw which can be tucked in when I am on the sofa?
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https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/78770592/#Comment_78770592Thanks QrizB. What I was thinking was the cosy/comfort of an electric throw (there is a socket quite close to my sofa) but one which I could wrap around me and tuck in to keep my bottom warm as well. Some of the electric throws I saw said that they should not be tucked in.It is actually snow and hail here (Scotland) this afternoon and, so far, I have managed to keep the heating off - might have to 'give' in really soon as it is becoming really chilly now.Thank you for replying.Crimson2 -
Have you tried a non heated fleecy throw under you (or wrapped around you too).
Makes much more difference than you would think.
And as warm as heated throws are, they are a bit cumbersome, and a level of care is required around folding etc, which isn't a problem with non heated blankets or comforter/duvets, as suggested above.4 -
Thanks k_man. I don't have a fleecy blanket but, since I've never tried one, I'll definitely think about it. I hadn't thought about the electric throws being a bit cumbersome but it is definitely worth remembering.I have tadies thermal long johns but, although quite good, still not solving the problem quite enough. Thank you.Crimson2
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I’ve yet to see any suggestions for drying laundry indoors if not heating the home. I line dry during good weather, but in winter my line is permanently in shade and I can’t guarantee the weather being dry all day while I’m out. Also, once the sun has set and the temperature drops, by the time I get home it’s dark and the laundry is damp again.My compromise solution atm is to have the heating on on a Sunday (the only day that I’m home all day). With better weather coming (hopefully) over the summer, line drying should be easier for a few months, but I am already worried about next winter.2.22kWp Solar PV system installed Oct 2010, Fronius IG20 Inverter, south facing (-5 deg), 30 degree pitch, no shadingEverything will be alright in the end so, if it’s not yet alright, it means it’s not yet the endMFW #4 OPs: 2018 £866.89, 2019 £1322.33, 2020 £1337.07
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