• Reduce anxiety and stress
• Relax and calm
• Reduce overstimulation and excitability
• Decrease stress hormones (cortisol)
• Improve mood by increasing happy chemicals (serotonin and dopmaine) 
• Improve sleep (increasing melatonin)
• Calm achey and twitchy muscles

Weighted blankets should be proportional to the weight of the user which is why kids blankets are lighter. Adult blankets range from 5.5kg to 11kg and are available in single, double or king sizes. They are intended for adult use only so do not leave your child or pet unattended.

Kids blankets are available in single size and weigh 2-4 kg. 

All blankets are weighted with tiny quartz glass pellets which cocoon and mould around your body. These pellets are blended with a plush filler and are encased in 100% ultra-soft cotton

It is recommended to choose a blanket that is between 8-12% of your bodyweight. If this overlaps between different weights then it is really down to your preference. 

How much weight you want is subjective. Some people may want a very light pressure outside the 8-12% range and others a heavier pressure. 

Just be mindful that a lighter pressure may potentially leave you feeling underwhelmed by the pressure stimulation. On the other side a heavier weight may feel slightly suffocating or it may be hard for you to adjust the blanket. 

Individual Use

Every blanket is designed for individual use for optimal weight distribution in order to maximise deep pressure therapy. Couples should also have individual blankets. 

Using your blanket

It’s pretty simple! Lie in your bed or wherever you are relaxing and place the blanket so its over your whole body. 

You can use the weighted blanket on its own. If you want you can use it with your existing blanket, placing it on-top or underneath. Using it ourselves we feel the pressure therapy is more powerful with the weighted blanket in contact directly with the body. 

To double the weight in any area you can fold the blanket in half.

Pets

We love cuddling up with our pets. However, just be aware that despite Mela’s high quality fabrics they aren’t bite or claw-proof

Protect your blanket

Keep the blanket away from direct sources of heat which can damage the glass pellets inside the blanket.

Yes you can! Specific advice for both the blanket and duvet is in your instruction booklet.

Generally speaking: 

• Wash at a max of 30°C
• Use a cold gentle cycle
• Do not iron
• Do not tumble dry
• Lay flat to dryFLAT DRY:
To dry your blanket place it flat on top of a few large towels to soak up any excess water. This will prevent the blanket from losing its shape.HANG DRY:
You can hang-dry your blanket, but doing so may decrease the lifespan of your blanket.DO NOT TUMBLE DRY.
This product is not suitable for dry cleaning or for being used in a clothes dryer as it damages the blanket and reduces its lifespan