My verdict
I bought the 20-pound Star Wars Mosaic blanket and liked its comforting pressure. Using it felt like getting a nice hug: safe, secure and relaxing. The pattern was part of the appeal, too. This is my personal experience with that blanket.
My original firsthand review
The account below preserves my original observations and opinions. Prices, availability, ordering terms and manufacturer descriptions are historical. They have not been presented as new testing or current offers. My comments about relaxation describe my own experience; the old weight-selection guidance is not an individualized recommendation.
Some people find the pressure of a weighted blanket calming; individual experiences vary, and a blanket is not an established treatment for anxiety. I came across this type of blanket through a google alert on sleep. I bought a 20lb. Star Wars themed weighted blanket from Mosaic Weighted Blankets. You can purchase this blanket either from their website or via Amazon.
These blankets are made by created pockets from the fabric and filling them with beads to add weight. The pockets keep the beads evenly separate so that the blanket applies consistent pressure.
The original manufacturer’s list of medical claims has been omitted; my personal experience is retained below.
Here's how the blanket looks out of the box:
Specifications
These blankets come in various sizes depending on size and/or age. As far as choosing weight, there is a chart you can refer to from the company's website. As a rule of thumb they recommend 10% of body weight for children and 5-10% of body weight for adults. I weigh around 200 lbs. which is why I bought the 20 lb. blanket.
Findings
I don't think you have to officially diagnosed with a particular disorder for benefit from this. Using the blanket is like getting a nice hug. You feel safe and secure which allows you to relax. The beads inside the blanket do not insulate which allows you to use the blanket year round. In the summer people often like to cover up even though its hot. Rather than cranking up the air conditioner and crawling under a duvet, this would be a more efficient solution.
The blankets are machine washable up to 12 lbs. over than they recommend washing them in a commercial washer on the gentle setting. Do not dry clean.
There are plenty of patterns to choose from but I was drawn to the Star Wars theme. You can even send in your own material and pattern to have them make a blanket out of it or conversely, you can buy the toxic free poly pellets that are used to fill the blankets and make one your self.
I think these blankets would also make a nice gift for someone dealing with some difficulties in their life.
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My original review video
Questions about this review
Safety and fit
Do not use weighted blankets for infants. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises keeping weighted objects away from sleeping babies. Anyone using a weighted blanket should be able to remove it independently; for an older child or someone with breathing or mobility concerns, consult a clinician before use.
Which Mosaic blanket did I review?
I bought a 20-pound Star Wars-themed blanket. My comments describe that original purchase and its feel, rather than every current Mosaic fabric or weight.
Was the blanket relaxing?
Yes, I described using it as getting a nice hug and feelingsafe and secure. That is my firsthand comfort experience, not evidence that the blanket treats a medical condition.
Is the linked blanket a LUNA product?
No. An old link labeled Mosaic incorrectly led to LUNA. The shopping link now goes to Mosaic’s own website.
How should I clean it?
The original blanket’s photographed label says “Wash cold, Flat dry.” Follow the label for your blanket and check your washer’s capacity. The original review noted that heavier blankets required a commercial washer. Mosaic’s current care guide recommends one for blankets over 12 pounds.
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Review by Ben Trapskin. Yawnder may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.