The joy of a weighted blanket first came into our consciousness following a desperate search for something - anything - that would make a small child who refused to sleep much, sleep longer. That child is now a teenager and still appreciates his blanket because the comforting feeling of being cocooned never gets old. It may be time for an upgrade to this larger size, though (if you're looking for blankets suitable for children, look for our mini option). As a general guide, a weighted blanket should weigh between 10% and 15% of the person's body weight: enough to feel secure, yet easy to move underneath.

Most weighted throws and blankets are made of polyester and plastic beads. Baloo is an eco-friendly, luxury weighted blanket made with lead-free glass microbeads and materials certified to be free from all toxic and harmful chemicals. This is the only quilted weighted blanket with 100% clean and natural cotton chosen for its softness, breathability and durability. It has pure cotton batting and a glass microbead fill, sewn into three differently-sized pockets for optimum balance. No polyester linings or fillings. Baloo Living is carbon neutral, ocean positive, and only uses compostable, plastic-free packaging.

• All natural materials: 100% cotton, glass microbeads and cotton filling.

• Packed in a canvas tote and Baloo Living gift box.

• Cool and breathable for hot sleepers in all climates, year-round.

• Sustainably made: Carbon neutral & ocean positive.

• Machine washable & dryer safe: Baloo recommends washing the blanket by itself, using cold water on the gentle cycle and drying on low heat.

• Dimensions: 182 x 106 cm.

• Weight: 5.4kg (12 lb).

• Colour: Midnight.