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Debenhams slashes price of ‘cosy’ winter gadget to warm up in minutes without heating and it costs ‘only a penny’ to run
SHOPPERS are flocking to Debenhams to get their hands on a "cosy" winter gadget which has been slashed in price.
The retailer is selling a Fineway electric heated throw blanket which shoppers say costs "only a penny hour to run".
The blanket was originally £79.99 online but has now been reduced by 63% meaning you can get one for just £29.99.
The heated throw comes with detachable digital controls so you can find a temperature that suits you and adjust it as you see fit.
This also means you can wash the electric blanket when you need to as it’s machine washable for temperatures up to 40 degrees.
It also comes with essential overheating protection and automatic safety shut-off for your peace of mind.
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The blanket has received several positive reviews online with many shoppers stating the blanket is excellent value for money.
One user said: “Nothing nicer than to wrap yourself up in this.”
They continued: “The quality is excellent and it's only a penny an hour to run.”
“Soft blanket, excellent value for money,” someone else said.
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If you want to grab one of these you will need to get it online and Debenhams has the free delivery tag listed on this item.
It’s definitely worth shopping around if you are on the hunt for an electric blanket at the moment.
Quite a few retailers have New Year and January sales where common winter essentials like these may be discounted.
The same electric blanket is available in selected B&Q stores but you will need to fork out a whopping £59.99.
Prices for electric blankets in Argos start at £40 but they can go up to a whopping £170.
Affordable ways to stay warm this winter
There are plenty of other affordable ways you can stay warm this winter.
Get yourself a hot water bottle, you can them in lots of different shapes and sizes.
They are always great for a cost-free way of keeping warm.
Don't forget about preventative measures, draught-proof your home and seal your windows to stop cold air from coming in.
Prices for draught excludes start from a fiver in most stores but a thick blanket rolled up next to a draughty door will work just as well.
Seal up any draughty windows with easy-to-use draught excluders, prices for them start at £1.99 and they could save up to £70 on your energy bills.
Loft insulation is also very important as it can stop heat escaping, therefore slashing your heating bill.
You can buy insulation from all local builder merchants or retailers such as B&Q and Wickes.
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