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<\/p>\nIN an effort to avoid reaching for the thermostat, shoppers are flocking to buy a cosy gadget that is perfect for keeping warm this winter.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Electric blankets are a great way to keep warm without putting your heating on and most cost around \u00a340 to \u00a370.<\/p>\n
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But in the current Black Friday sales some stores have them massively reduced and you can get some great bargains.\u00a0<\/p>\n Shoppers have been discussing heated electric blankets in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK group online.<\/p>\n Whilst some shoppers said they were heading to Home Bargains for a heated blanket, many argued Lidl had much cheaper options.<\/p>\n The Silentnight luxury heated throw is now \u00a324.99 in Lidl down from the original retail price of \u00a340.\u00a0<\/p>\n The throw is ideal for snuggling on the sofa or in bed.\u00a0<\/p>\n It\u2019s fleece lined, so insulates well and it comes with nine different heat settings so you choose a temperature that's right for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n The snuggly blanket is machine washable and Silentnight reckons it will only set you back 1p an hour.\u00a0<\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Shoppers on Facebook said they\u2019ve had the gadget for years and now considered it essential.<\/p>\n One user said: \u201cI have one & it\u2019s amazing.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201cI got one last year. Same with the mattress cover and I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT IT, deffo recommend,\u201d claimed another,\u00a0<\/p>\n A third user said: \u201cLooks so cosy. Going to see if I can find one.\u201d<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve got a little bit more to spend the Lidl is also selling the Silvercrest which is \u00a339.99.<\/p>\n It comes with a three-year warranty and starts at just 4p an hour to run.<\/p>\n There is no need to worry about overspending with this one as the blanket comes with a built-in auto shut-off feature just in case you fall asleep with it on.\u00a0<\/p>\n One Facebook user said: \u201cIt looks so cosy to wrap on cold mornings or evenings.\u201d<\/p>\n Another described it as: \u201cSuper soft.\u201d<\/p>\n Both of these are not available for online delivery so you will need to head in-store to pick them up.\u00a0<\/p>\n If you want the Silentnight heated throw then you will need to be quick as the Lidl website says they are already running low on stock.\u00a0<\/p>\n You can find your nearest Lidl store by using the Lidl store locator online.<\/p>\n Before you head into the store to grab one of these make sure you check to see if you can get one for free first.\u00a0<\/p>\n Some energy companies are giving away electric blankets for free the year to customers who need them most.\u00a0<\/p>\n Reach out to your energy supplier to see if you are eligible.<\/p>\n There are a few other things you can do to keep warm this winter without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n Get yourself a\u00a0hot water bottle, they are always great for a cost-free way of keeping warm.<\/p>\n Don't forget about preventative measures, draught-proof your home and seal your windows to stop air coming in.<\/p>\n Prices for\u00a0draught excluders\u00a0start from a fiver in most stores but a thick blanket rolled up will work just as well.<\/p>\n Loft insulation is also very important as it can stop heat escaping, therefore slashing your heating\u00a0bill.<\/p>\n You can buy insulation from all local builder merchants or retailers such as\u00a0B&Q\u00a0and Wickes.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/NINTCHDBPICT000862362994.jpg\")
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