Any thoughts about static electricity in winter with an electric blanket? Could this reduce static shocks?
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Thanks for your answer. Sorry that I didn't make my question clearer. I have a problem with static shocks in the winter. Every time I move out of my recliner, I get a strong jolt as soon as I touch anything metal. So, I was thinking that maybe an electric throw that is of course grounded might eliminate the nasty shocks. So, I guess I'm looking for someone who had the same problem and then lost it after using an electric blanket or throw.
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I have used an extension cord. In fact just plugged in the other day, because it got cold.
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There was the threat of a light snow, and I put the mat out a week ago, and will keep it there until spring. Because the voltage is so low, I have not seen an impact on my bill of any significance. There was already an outdoor outlet when I purchased the mat, so no additional expense there. I've used a heated mat for several years, and as long as they make them, I will have one. They have been a lifesaver.
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It is unlikely a normally-operating electric blanket will melt this topper, as the foam reflects/traps enough heat that the temperature control will kick in as if a person were under the blanket. I would not recommend an electric blanket, however, as the viscose foam sleeps VERY warm. You will find that more than your own body heat (except in unusually cold conditions) may be warmer than you prefer.
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From what I have read - even when the mattress is plugged in and not on that it helps with negative electromagnetic fields. I sleep with in on level 3 throughout the night and seem to be fine. The heat is not always constant and seems to have hot spot areas as well.
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Serta Low Voltage Blankets use between 14 and 18 volts. The average electric blanket uses about 120 volts.
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Electricity and water do not mix so a little common sense is in order here... The genny will produce heat which will melt the snow. Best to keep it sheltered from the snow. I run mine on the porch, as far away from windows and doors to prevent CO poisoning. My neighbor runs his in a shed with the doors open.
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It would depend on the area you live in because of ambient conditions. If freezing is a concern, then absolutely not without some sort of conditioning; I would not trust insulation alone. There are no electrical parts on it, but even if freezing is not a concern, I would still recommend finding a way to protect it from the elements, especially direct sunlight; I would expect the UV to cause damage to the unit over time.
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Well of course heavy is a relative term, but I routinely place a heavy comforter and a thermal blanket over the top of this item with no problems. In fact, you need to place at least one blanket over the top in order for the heat generated by this blanket to be most effective. Also it is very important to look for the label sewn onto the blanket which instructs you which side of the electric blanket needs to face up on the bed. Placing the blanket on the bed in any other orientation substantially reduces the amount of useful heat produced.
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What you are experiencing, Peter, is static electricity. Basically you have tiny particles carrying a charge, rubbing against a surface, building a charge by friction. A friend of mine touched a metal piece of furniture behind our shop vac, and got a nice small shock - and that was in Austin, which is not too dry. My experience with static electricity is that it is worst in dry and cold places, wintertime being it. Alas, in theory there should be a way to ground, but I have little experience, let me see... Aha, searching the internet for shop vac static discharge there are several suggestions - I am not allowed to post links here, so you'll have to search by yourself.
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Actually, we love our blankets but have found that we only use them to preheat the bed when the room is cold. They're toasty enough as-is, and have a very luxurious feel to them, too.
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hi there! yes i think so. my only concern is that i don't know how the heater will like the rain and snow! i looked for an answer to that, but never got one!
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I'm pretty sure they don't want you to use either a heated mattress pad (my fav way to stay warm when it's cold) or even an electric blanket but go to their website and make sure for yourself.
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Well, this item is portable whereas an electric blanket is very large and bulky. I use this item at work when the office is a little colder than I like.
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I bought mylar blankets to keep the heat out of my massage space during hot summer days. They worked very well. I'm using them during the coldest days of winter as well and they seem to be keeping the cold out. Hope this helps.
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I don't think electric blankets were made to lie on, only to lie under. Wires can be subject to breaking if too much weight is put on them, making them unsafe and possibly causing fires.
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I don't see why you couldn't just unplug the electrical part of the blanket and let it soak in the washing machine. However, I wouldn't let it agitate. Of course, you can spin it out! I also would drape it between two lines (if hung outside) or on a drying rack if dried inside. I wouldn't put any tension on the internal wires of the blanket.