How heavy should my weighted blanket be?

A weighted blanket is also called a weighted blanket or weighted blanket. The name says it all: a blanket that is weighted. The general rule of thumb for finding the right weight weighted blanket is to use about 10 percent of your body weight. For children, many occupational therapists recommend a weighted blanket that is 10 percent of their body weight plus 0.5 kg to 1 kg extra weight.

Suppose you weigh 70 kg. Then a weighted blanket of 7 kg fits you best according to this rule of thumb.

This formula is not a rule, but a recommendation. We notice that this is a good starting point for many of our customers. However, some people prefer a somewhat heavier weighted blanket, others a lighter one. This preference can vary per person.

The purpose of a weighted blanket is to provide comfort and thereby create relaxation that promotes your sleep. If you feel uncomfortable because of a blanket that is too heavy, the weighted blanket will have the opposite effect.

In short: a weighted blanket should be heavy, but also comfortable. Once this is the case, a weighted blanket will do its job. Scientists call this effect 'Deep Pressure Stimulation', or in Dutch 'Diepe Druk Stimulatie'; a subtle pressure provides a feeling of security and a good night's sleep. Want to know how a weighted blanket works? Then read our article ‘How does a weighted blanket work?’.

We offer different weighted blankets: single weighted blankets, double weighted blankets and weighted blankets for children. Below you can read how to choose the right weight for each size.

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The weight of a single weighted blanket

You choose the weight of a single weighted blanket based on your own body weight. Take about 10% as a rule of thumb. Use the table below as a starting point.

The weight of a double weighted blanket

A double weighted blanket works a little differently: after all, you sleep under it together. How do you choose the right weight for a double weighted blanket? The table helps you.

The weight of a children's weighted blanket

The same rule applies to children with weighted blankets: take about 10% of the body weight as a starting point. Many occupational therapists recommend adding 0.5 kg to 1 kg to this.

Now you roughly know how heavy your weighted blanket should be. But as you read earlier, the preference for a weighted blanket is very personal. Novaline therefore offers a 100-day trial period. During this period, you can try out the weighted blanket. Don't like the weighted blanket? Then you can simply return it. Many satisfied customers have gone before you!