Isn’t it great to know that you can get a weighted blanket that fits your weight? Weighted blankets are made in different sizes. The aim is to be able to satisfy everyone, regardless of the differences in weights. For adults, the weight of a weighted blanket usually ranges from 12 to 20 lb. Either you choose a 12 lb or 20 lb weighted blanket, the effect is the same, provided it matches your body weight. 

It cannot be disputed, however, that there are always some exceptional cases. For instance, because you weigh 190 pounds, you bought a 19lb weighted blanket (which is the correct choice, 10% of your weight), but you’re seeing no effect. What do you do? You can decide to use a 20 lb weighted blanket. However, if you rather feel inconvenient, then it’s most likely the weight is too much, so go for a lighter one.

What If your weight happens to be between two weight recommendations?

•  It is recommended that you do some rounding-up work in this case. This means if you weigh about 197 pounds, your weight is between 190 and 200. So round up your weight. In this case, you’ll need a 20 lb weighted blanket. 
• But if you have a small body, you might want to go for something lighter. For example, if you weigh 135 pounds, you can either choose a 13 lb weighted blanket or choose a 14 lb weighted blanket. But because you’re quite petite, you might want to go for the former, 13 lb.

Moderate weight recommended for sleep

Moderate pressure on the body plays a significant impact in human health, and this has resulted in the existence of weighted blankets. As weighted blankets gain the spotlight in the beddings world, more people are coming to know more about these blankets and are appreciating the effects. However, as people embrace weighted blankets, they get more curious about choosing the lightest or heaviest weighted blanket.

Body weight is an essential factor in choosing a weighted blanket. This can prevent you from selecting the heaviest weighted blanket. Because as much as moderate weight is required and beneficial, heavyweight is dangerous. So don’t compare the weight you lift to the weight you need to sleep. Choosing the heaviest weighted blanket might not be what you need. So go for the size that corresponds with your weight. 

• If you feel like your weighted blanket has no effect, try to choose a bit heavier blanket rather than the heaviest weighted blanket.
• The heaviest weighted blanket might be the perfect choice for two people. Remember, the weight gets distributed evenly. 
•  If you go ahead and choose the heaviest weighted blanket because you feel that’s what is needed, you may not derive the comfort and effects you are expecting. When there’s too much weight, it might be suffocating.

So if you find it hard to do the weight calculation (10% of your weight), visit the weight chart to select the perfect weighted blanket.