Which weighted blanket weight do I need?

How do I know which weighted blanket weight I need?

How heavy should a weighted blanket for adults be? And what weight is appropriate for children? Let us take a closer look at our recommendations for the weight of the weighted blanket and go through all the important points you should consider when choosing your therapy blanket.

One of the most frequently asked questions is: How heavy should my therapy blanket be? While there are some general guidelines we recommend, there are also other aspects to consider when choosing the weight of the blanket.

How heavy should my weighted blanket be?

Ideally, your blanket should be 10% of your own body weight. It is important that you find the weight comfortable. As long as you feel good, exceeding the 10% rule is also acceptable.

How heavy should a weighted blanket for adults be?

Here is the short answer:

For adults, it depends on the combination of your physical condition and your sleeping habits. Some of the questions we ask our customers are:

  • What are your goals with the weighted blanket? This could be, for example, waking up less tired, feeling less anxious, having less pain, or waking up less often at night.
  • What is your body weight?
  • Which features are important to you in your weighted blanket? This could be, for example, a cooling cover or an even weight distribution.

An overview of the different therapy blanket models and their features can be found on our comparison page.

You don't know which therapy blanket model suits you? Our therapy blanket finder helps you find the right therapy blanket for you.

Important information

  • For adults, we recommend choosing a blanket that corresponds to about 10 percent of body weight. If you are slightly below or in between, you can choose the next higher weight class.
  • For children, there are studies recommending 10 to 30 percent of body weight. It is important that small children and babies are able to remove the weighted blanket from their body independently.
  • Feel-good factor: No matter which weight or size you choose: The most important thing is that you feel comfortable with the blanket and find the weight pleasant.

What if I fall between two weights?

Our therapy blankets are available in different blanket weight classes. It may be that 10% of your body weight does not fit exactly into one of these blanket weight classes. If you fall between two blanket weight classes, we recommend choosing the next higher blanket weight.

How heavy should a weighted blanket for children be?

If your child has difficulty falling asleep or calming down, a therapy blanket for children might be just the right thing. Weighted blankets are a natural, soothing aid that helps children relax and sleep better.

Its gentle weight is a wonderful and natural way to soothe restless children, make them comfortable, and help them fall asleep with ease.

As with anything suitable for children, you should try out the blanket and observe how your child reacts. Slowly integrate the blanket into your child's sleep routine. If your child feels uncomfortable, you can exchange the blanket weight for a lighter one free of charge. As with adults, each child may react a little differently to lying under the blanket weight. Some children prefer it heavier, others enjoy a lighter pressure.

Here, it is also important to remember that the weight should cover the entire body and be evenly distributed so that the benefits of the blanket weight come into effect.

Benefits of a weighted blanket for children

  • Leads to better sleep.
  • Has a calming effect and helps to switch off.
  • Helps with concentration.