Dusk shoppers can pick up the retailer's Weighted Blanket in natural for £23.16, down from £29, when the code DECADE is applied at checkout. The blanket is described as 'known to promote a sense of calm'.
Design and features
The Dusk Weighted Blanket measures 90cm by 120cm and weighs 4.2kg, with fine glass beads distributed throughout to provide an even feeling of pressure across the body. It is wrapped in smooth 90gsm microfibre for a soft finish and is designed to feel cosy without becoming overly warm.
The compact size makes it suitable for draping across the body while relaxing on the sofa, or as an additional weighted layer on the bed at night.
Shopper reviews
The blanket has racked up high ratings, with one person saying: "As always, the quality of the products from Dusk far exceeds what you pay for them. Love the weighted blanket - helps with my restless leg and makes you instantly relax."
Another added: "Lovely comforting blanket. I love this purchase. Makes you feel very relaxed." A further reviewer wrote: "It exceeded my expectations, highly recommended." Others described it as "very heavyweight and comfy to use, helps you sleep and relax" and "great quality, an ideal size and is comforting".
Alternatives and care
Alternatives include the Fogarty Calm and Cosy Weighted Blanket for £35 from Dunelm, which comes in sage green and is said to reduce stress and anxiety, and The Oodie's Grey Weighted Blanket for £76.30, down from £109, available in three weights.
The Dusk blanket requires strict hand washing only. It is not machine washable, cannot be ironed, and cannot be tumble dried. Given its 4.2kg weight, hand washing and air drying could prove physically difficult and time-consuming. The cover composition is made of 90gsm microfibre, a synthetic polyester fabric that generally does not breathe as well as natural fabrics like cotton or bamboo, which may be a drawback for 'hot sleepers'.
