Bamboo Weighted Blanket for Adult - Standard and King Sizes
Bamboo Weighted Blanket for Adult - Standard and King Sizes
Our weighted blankets have been designed specifically for the Australian weather where it is suitable for both hot or cold weather, unlike other types of weighted blankets which are designed for conditions in America or Europe.
Our Weighted Blankets are made from a breathable outer shell that is 100% organic bamboo (300 thread count), so it won't get too hot. As bamboo is thermo-regulating, it can be used all year round and is also suitable for hot sleepers.
The Milky Sheets™ Bamboo Weighted Blanket helps you sleep better by reducing stress and anxiety related insomnia. It is proven to be beneficial for those suffering from stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD and sensory processing disorders.
The blanket works by using “deep touch pressure” stimulation - applying gentle pressure to the body during the night to enable you to relax which has a similar effect of being hugged.
Please note this item is for the weighted blanket only. It can be used alone. However, we also recommend purchasing an outer cover for the blanket. We have cooling bamboo covers and dual sided cooling bamboo / ultra plush sensory minky dot covers.
Designed in Australia using standard Australian Sizing. Features inner loops to secure the outer cover (the outer cover can also be purchased separately).
Composition: Outer shell - 100% Viscose derived from organic bamboo, Inner - polyester and non-toxic glass pellets (free from lead and phthalates).
Our blankets are available in two sizes:
1. Standard
Dimensions: 152 x 203 cm
Our standard adult blankets are available in 4kg to 9kg. Blankets should be 8-12% of your body weight, and are to be used alone.
Use the guide below to determine the right blanket size for you.
| Blanket Size | Body Weight |
| 4kg | 36 - 50 kg |
| 5kg | 45 - 63 kg |
| 7kg | 64 - 88 kg |
| 9kg | 82 - 113 kg |
2. King
Our King size blankets are larger and heavier than our standard size blankets. They are designed to be shared between 2 people.
Dimensions: 220 x 203 cm
The 10kg blanket is to be shared by two adults with a combined weighted between 100 to 150 kg.
The 12kg blanket is to be shared by two adults with a combined weighted between 150 to 180 kg.
Inside the Blanket
The Milky Sheets™ Bamboo Weighted Blanket features a 100% bamboo outer cover, which has a cool feeling that is perfect for hot sleepers and can be used all year round including Summer.
The filling consists of hypoallergenic, lead-free and non-toxic tiny glass pellets.
A thin layer of breathable microfiber is added over this for extra protection, followed by a lightweight and thin layer of polyester padding for extra comfort.
The outer bamboo shell is divided into 18 x 15 cm squares to ensure the beads are evenly distributed.
How Do Weighted Blankets Work?
The blanket works by using “deep touch pressure” stimulation - applying gentle pressure to the body during the night to enable you to relax which has a similar effect of being hugged. This type of stimulation helps you sleep by:
1. Relaxing the nervous system and encouraging the production of serotonin, which naturally turns into melatonin – the hormone that is responsible for regulating our sleep cycles.
2. Reducing cortisol, the ‘stress hormone’ that stimulates the nervous system which makes it difficult to fall asleep.
3. Releasing the ‘feel good’ hormone, which helps reduce anxiety, blood pressure and provides a calming effect to help you sleep.
Backed by Scientific Evidence
A study published in the Journal of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health found that weighted blankets helped to relieve anxiety in 63% of participants and 78% found that it actually helped to calm their minds and sleep better.
Doctors have been recommending weighted blankets to patients with restless leg syndrome to help them sleep better and this has proven to be effective.
A study published in the Journal of Sleep Medicine & Disorders on the effectiveness of weighted blankets found that it helps the participants with insomnia to sleep better.
