What season can you use a down throw blanket in? The answer. Any season. Whats the best thing about a down blanket throw? It is not some gigantic blanket that needs to be stuffed in a suitcase to be transported. Just about all down throw blankets are four feet by six feet. Just enough blanket to cover you, and keep you warm. You don’t have to share unless of course you want to.
Why a Down Throw Blanket?
Simple. It will keep you very warm. Just thing about all the birds out there that survive in the extremley cold temperatures. How do they do it? They have down feathers that hold the heat in their body. Wether it is a goose down throw blanket or some other birds down feathers, you will feel the same result. A nice and warm blanket.
Will this blanket save you money?
Yes it will. If you are willing to turn down your thermostat just a few degrees. You can turn it down at night or during the day. For the most savings, turn the heat down a few degrees and leave it there. Your new blanket will keep you nice and toasty warm while keeping more oil in your tank or slowing down that electric meter or gas meter. Some people use an electric blanket to stay warm and turn down the heat. You do not need an electric blanket when you have a down throw blanket to keep you warm.
What kind of feathers are actually used in a down throw blanket?
Just about all throws contain either duck or goose down feathers. These feathers provide an excellent insulation inside a blanket. These feathers are not only great for keeping heat in, they are also very light. Since the feathers are light, you won’t feel like someone is laying on top of you. You will be warm and comfortable.
How easy is it to store these blankets?
The measurements of these blankets make it a snap to store just about anywhere. At 4 feet by 6 feet, they will fold up to fit in even the smallest closet. You can also fold them to go on the back of a chair where they will look like part of the decor of the room. You can even fold a down throw blanket to fit in your car. Having a blanket in your car that is as warm as a down blanket may just come in handy one day if you ever get stuck out in the cold.
How can it keep me warm if there aren’t that many feathers in the throw blanket?
A whole lot of down feathers is not necessary to achieve the warmth that you get with these types of throw blankets. Down feathers actually expand when it is cold. This creating more surface area to hold more heat in while you are underneath the down throw blankey. The feathers will also fluff to. These feathers are so soft you won’t ever have to worry about getting poked while sleeping under it by a feather quill. The down throw blanket will always be soft, warm and comfortable.