We're concerned about the fabric not "Breathing" in borderline weather - i.e. it makes you too hot because it doesn't breathe. Any comments?
164831
This blanket has three layers-the two outer layers are extremely thin, and the inner layer sounds like a plastic tarp or bubble wrap. I cannot imagine it breathes at all.
164832
It's not especially breathable...but very comfy and warm, which is great in colder weather.
164833
During seasons other than winter I like to use a light weight cotton blanket. In comparison, the Soft Heat blanket is definitely warmer, even without being turned on. And this is only natural due to the inner layer of heating wires which limits the fabric's breathability. This is a fabulous blanket, but you will find it to be warmer even when turned off.
164834
I find that it is a warm blanket even without using the heat elements. I believe it is designed to retain that heat. I don't believe it makes you to hot, but it is a good blanket with or without the heating function...
1458772
I had a super puffy goose down mattress cover on mine and I did not overheat. (But I did return it because it was so hard.)
1202477
Well I live in Seattle, so the temp hasn't gotten too high here- 60s- but we haven't had any problems with overheating. I probably wouldn't use it during the summertime unless you have air conditioning going- I keep their rooms between 68-70 and they're fine. I just put him in light cotton pjs-(carters 2piece pjs) and socks. I have noticed that the polyester type 2piece pjs seem to keep him on the warmer side, so intend not to put socks with those or only use those on colder nights. As it gets warmer I'll use it with just at shirt or onesie underneath. But once summer hits, I either switch to the thin cotton sleep sack or just put them to bed in their pjs. So it probably depends how hot it is where you live and how warm you keep your house but my son doesn't get overheated if his room is kept between that 65-70 mark. Hope that's helpful :)
1318519
We don't get a LOT of wind at our house. However, on the times that it has been breezy, this fabric doesn't let a lot through. If I had to guess, I's say that it only lets about 1/3 of the air-flow through. However, that's normally quite enough to keep the air fresh and allowing hot air to be pushed out. We've never found it stuffy.
1435621
When I wear it for an extended period of time in the house I tend to feel overly warm. It's a lot of fabric. I would compare it to wearing a light sweater. I'm in the Midwest and haven't had the opportunity to use it outside yet.
323371
honestly, ive never thought about the breathability if the fabric, but we use it all the time in the heat and my kid never turns into a total sweatbag. hope that helps!
1978424
I don't know about hot weather. I bought it for cold and it works out well. it does seem to be breathable if that helps.
616985
My son loves his, and has been wearing it as an outer layer over other shirts (tees and turtle necks) this whole fall. I would think biggest issue might be getting too warm once you were indoors. That, and getting a size with some extra room for the layering.
1993007
I live in TExas; we have air conditioning and have no problem with this getting too hot; but I should think it would depend on where you live, how hot it gets, etc., but I think it should be at least as comfortable as down, not as itchy as down can be, and no feathers popping out which sometimes happens with down. If your SHEETS are cool fabric, the bed should be comfortable.
1676936
Julian, I purchased this comforter a month ago and if you are looking for something breathable this is the one to get! Not too heavy or hot at all. Very well made. You will be happy with it! Might I also suggest you look at getting bamboo sheets. After much research, we also purchased this at the same time and I could not be happier with the quality and results. The sheets feel like satin and keep us cool all night. Apparently they have a wicking property that lets heat escape. Still haven't found a pillow that actually works yet in keeping my head from getting too hot. (I've tried them all!) Julian, I purchased this comforter a month ago and if you are looking for something breathable this is the one to get! Not too heavy or hot at all. Very well made. You will be happy with it! Might I also suggest you look at getting bamboo sheets. After much research, we also purchased this at the same time and I could not be happier with the quality and results. The sheets feel like satin and keep us cool all night. Apparently they have a wicking property that lets heat escape. Still haven't found a pillow that actually works yet in keeping my head from getting too hot. (I've tried them all!)
844074
That has not been an issue so far, and we live in the really hot desert...I do have a zip on cover over mine, followed by an old fashioned mattress cover, then the sheet. That may have been adequate to prevent over heating.
1028635
Yes, it's pretty soft fabric and it is breathable. it says you need to treat it with Scotch brite water repellant every year or two.
1932261
I agree with the other answer. Airflow would be constricted. It's not super powerful heat. Also, I don't think that sounds very safe. It would be too easy for a fabric to fall down on it and although it is a safe heater it could still catch fire. It's meant to sit against a wall
1702524
There's a lot of fabric and it hangs nicely. I previously posted a reviewer of the danger of a child get wrapped up in it and the fear of not being able to breath. We removed it and threw it in the garbage for this reason.
200945
It's a fleece like material so it may be hot. I've used it in the snow, it didn't become soaked, but it certainly didn't repeal it either.
929313
I have this tent and I have used it in the heat of a muggy FL summer. It does breath but not like having a non-canvas tent (I also have the Big House from Big Agnes). But if it's raining this tent is much more breathable than the other tents that have to have rain fly's on. it's really a trade off. I use this tent every single time I go camping if it's 90 degrees or 20 degrees. It's a great tent that is built like a tank and will last a lifetime. My advice... buy the tent and get a box fan to put in it during the summer.
1569653
We live in Baltimore and it get's pretty steamy here, I have never noticed the fabric of this carseat being any warmer than usual. As for breathable, she's not a sweaty mess when we take her out. I never really thought about it. I think it's fine