ELECTRIC blankets are a staple in older households – but they’re becoming a growing trend among the young too. But households should be aware of the risks that come with using the handy…
Lesley Rudd, chief executive of Electrical Safety First has said that it's imperative that people do "all they can to stay electrically safe."Those with the handy heating gadget should always roll their blanket as opposed to folding it.If you don't have the space to store the blanket it can be left on your bed all year round, according to Electrical Safety First.
Lesley said: "Lots of us are guilty of folding our blankets to put them away but over time you’ll stress and weaken or wear the wires that heat the blanket up leaving them frayed, exposed or vulnerable to becoming too hot.Avoid extension leadsThis is because it increases the risk of overloading the circuit and this could cause an electrical fire.It's recommended that you do not sleep with an electric blanket on.Electric blankets are designed only to pre-warm your bed.
The blankets and pillows that you have on your bed, will help to capture the heat and keep you warm all night.
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