What does Nylon flock really mean? I just received this blanket and it says Nylon with insulated base. What is "insulated base"?
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The insulated base appears to be merely a foam sheet that the nylon is flocked onto. All I know for sure is that once you have one of these blankets, you'll love it. I keep mine on the bed year round...it's perfect!! Easy to wash/dry, light weight, just perfect. Who cares about the specifics....I LOVE this blanket!!!
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It is a large thin blanket. It is made out of a silky poncho like material. Thy are amazing and very warm and light weight. Love them and will buy more. A lot like my dads original army blanket he has at home
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One side is soft felt, and the other is ballistic nylon. Put the felt side up. I also added another small soft blanket for additional coziness. :-)
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The base is some kind of thermoplastic capable of handling a heated stainless inner plate. The Nordic Ware website has plenty of good information about the temperatures they can handle, etc.
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I've had this blanket for the last two winters, now is on the bed for my third winter. I love it. I have a plain fleece blanket under it and a light comforter over it (with a top sheet over all, to catch cat fur and paw prints). I think the layering helps the heat build up, as well as protecting it from pulling and damaging the wires when adjusting covers during sleep. It is not super hot like a heating pad would be but is plenty warm for me. I usually pre-heat for 15 min or so while getting ready for bed. It is nice and warm when I get in, and often I turn it down or even off at that point. I've had this blanket for the last two winters, now is on the bed for my third winter. I love it. I have a plain fleece blanket under it and a light comforter over it (with a top sheet over all, to catch cat fur and paw prints). I think the layering helps the heat build up, as well as protecting it from pulling and damaging the wires when adjusting covers during sleep. It is not super hot like a heating pad would be but is plenty warm for me. I usually pre-heat for 15 min or so while getting ready for bed. It is nice and warm when I get in, and often I turn it down or even off at that point.
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These blankets go by many names but they are often refered to as "Casualty Blankets" ... They are similar, in weight, to a medium-thickness of poly-tarp and they have brass grommets (reinforced tie-holes) in each of the 4 corners. They are metalized (foil clad) on one side and reflect heat from a human body or from a camp-fire (onto a thermal "victim") ... These blankets are fairly durable and are frequently hung in diamond or lean-to configuration to shed rain (and dew) and to block wind and reflect camp-fire heat onto the single occupant, to thwart hypothermia at moderate temperatures. They are not magical and they do not do much good below about 55 degrees Fahrenheit and below 48'F they are "fairly useless" BUT they are better than nothing and, in conjunction with a small fire, they can save your life ... In short, they can add a few degrees of comfort and help, with very little pack-weight penalty ... They also make a good ground-cloth, especially under a sleep matt, to prevent thermal loss into the ground. They are reusable and, if cared for, they can be rolled up inside your sleep pad and will last for an entire season, of even longer. Rothco is only one source for these and most all of them are about the same. SOME are NOT "mil-spec" so I would be looking for USGI MIL-SPEC in the description.
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the controler failed & the company sent out a new one no questions asked. is it worth the money? well, i like the idea that the heat is produced w/12volts not 120. it does not heat up like ac tpyes but does get very warm. i like to turn of the blanket on before going to bed to give the blanket a chance to heat up the bed. the wire in the blanket is thin & the blanket is of very good quality. i would recommend this blanket only if you have concerns w/ sleeping w/ a blanket w/ 120 volts pulsing through it so closing to your body.
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I didn't even notice this myself until it was pointed out to me in another posting, but the different colors/prints have different types of fabric. The Trekk is microfiber, some of the others are nylon. I wouldn't have even thought to look at that. Personally, I'd prefer the microfiber because I think the nylon would get hot and stay hot longer in the summer heat. So far, we've had some pretty hot weather and I've been able to just plop my son into the seat without worrying about the temperature. :-)
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Product Description:"It is insulated with ½ thick foam all around the inside. It has a waterproof shell and awning that are way more durable than our previous version. It is dry inside and we aim to keep it that way. It the most advanced "Cat Heated" shelter on the market. We fill each shelter half full with wheat straw to provide the perfect nest for your feral. The front and back doors are 1" thick Pine. The doors are felt backed with 1/2 inch thick foam to eliminate water penetration through the doors."Apparently this Product Description is inaccurate according to other people who have answered this question. Product Description:"It is insulated with ½ thick foam all around the inside. It has a waterproof shell and awning that are way more durable than our previous version. It is dry inside and we aim to keep it that way. It the most advanced "Cat Heated" shelter on the market. We fill each shelter half full with wheat straw to provide the perfect nest for your feral. The front and back doors are 1" thick Pine. The doors are felt backed with 1/2 inch thick foam to eliminate water penetration through the doors."Apparently this Product Description is inaccurate... » Read More Product Description:"It is insulated with ½ thick foam all around the inside. It has a waterproof shell and awning that are way more durable than our previous version. It is dry inside and we aim to keep it that way. It the most advanced "Cat Heated" shelter on the market. We fill each shelter half full with wheat straw to provide the perfect nest for your feral. The front and back doors are 1" thick Pine. The doors are felt backed with 1/2 inch thick foam to eliminate water penetration through the doors."Apparently this Product Description is inaccurate according to other people who have answered this question. « Show Less
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This blanket is fiber reinforced mylar. With a little care it can be reused. I stapled 2 blankets together into a large "pocket" and have used it for a weather proof sleeping bag cover that has lasted for several years........Paul
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The blanket does not get hot!!! only warm I was a little disappointed in that fact myself on those really cold nights..But its better than a cold bed..I have had blankets in the past that have gotten warmer.
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I don't know the answer to that.i can tell you it is a warm visually soothing blanket,not meant for biting or wrestling with.my 7 year old granddaughter lays with it while watching her shows at night or morning.my 3 and a half month old niece gets all excited just touching the colors.it is pretty,it is cool but not something to use to walk around with as a blankie,unless they are old enough.
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I believe it is a blend. It is much nicer than the nylon cheaper versions. It is probably more polyester than cotton - but definitely has a cotton look and feel to it. It is something that looks good and adds to the decor of a playroom or kids room. I bought for my grandson and he loves is and I babysit for a little girl that has a Haba Tent as well - different theme - and she loves hers as well. Seeing hers is what made me feel confident in buying for my grandson.
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Teri: Since I gave the blanket as a gift to my son and daughter-in-law when they got married, I cannot check its thickness. However, the blanket is definitely heavy, which is both a plus and a negative for those who don't want something heavy on top of them while they sleep. If I had to guess, I would say that the blanket is about 3/8" thick, and it is very warm and durable, without frizzy particles filling the air around it. I got it for them as it will be very warm when they want it, and will last them the rest of their lives. Not relative to your question, but still potentially important, is that the blanket cost a couple of hundred dollars less from Amazon than it did from the Hudson Bay Blanket people. I don't know of any other source for wool blankets of this calibre, and wish I had one myself. Hope this helps. B.
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Insta-snow is a fine granular polymer. It is similar to what they use in disposable diapers. The instruction pamphlet explains what to do and not to do with it.
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I am not sure. I ended up throwing the blanket away. It was stiff and not very comfortable. It wasn't what I expected.
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There is cotton and polyester in the blanket. My daughter is the one that bought it and I have since washed t for her and it goes very well in the washer and dryer. She loves it!