Quick Answer
The Big Blanket Co Original Stretch is made from 93% polyester and 7% spandex, creating a soft, slightly stretchy fabric with a velvety feel. It measures 10x10 feet (120x120 inches) and retails for $179 USD. An 8x8 foot version is available for $149. The fabric is OEKO-TEX certified, temperature regulating, and moisture wicking. Despite its size, the blanket is machine washable in a standard front-load washer with cold water and low-heat tumble dry. The blanket is genuinely comfortable for lounging, movie nights, camping, picnics, and any situation where multiple people want to share a single blanket. For actual sleeping, a 10x10 blanket on a queen or king bed creates excessive overhang that drags on the floor, which is impractical for nightly use. It is best understood as a premium lounge blanket rather than a bedroom replacement for your comforter or duvet.
Brad, Owner, 40+ years of experience: "We have been helping Brantford families sleep better since 1997. Every customer gets personal attention, honest advice, and the kind of follow-up service you just do not get from big box stores."
Big Blanket Co sells one product in several variations: an absurdly large blanket. Their signature Original Stretch measures 10 feet by 10 feet, which is 100 square feet of blanket, roughly 50% larger than a standard king-size blanket. The concept is simple. Instead of fighting your partner for blanket territory or trying to share a throw blanket on movie night with three people, you just make the blanket big enough that coverage is never an issue. The product went viral on social media, collected over 25,000 five-star reviews, and spawned a category of oversized blankets that did not really exist before. The question is whether a 10x10 foot polyester-spandex blanket is a genuine sleep and comfort product or a novelty item that lives on the couch.
The Size Advantage Is Real
Standard king blankets measure roughly 108 by 90 inches. The Big Blanket at 120 by 120 inches gives you an extra foot of coverage in both directions. On a couch, this means two adults can wrap themselves completely without the blanket pulling tight between them. On the floor with kids, three or four people can sit on and under the blanket simultaneously. At an outdoor event, it functions as a ground cover and body blanket combined.
The spandex content is what makes the size practical rather than unwieldy. A standard fleece blanket at 10x10 would be stiff and heavy. The 7% spandex gives the Big Blanket a stretchy quality that allows it to drape around bodies and furniture without fighting you. It conforms rather than bunches. This stretch also means the blanket recovers its shape after being compressed, folded, or balled up, which matters for a product that gets dragged around the house.
Material Honestly Assessed
The 93% polyester composition is the trade-off for size and price. Polyester does not breathe like cotton or wool. It does not absorb moisture. The "temperature regulating" claim in Big Blanket's marketing means the fabric does not actively trap heat the way thick fleece does, not that it actively cools you. In a warm room, the blanket will eventually feel warm. In a cool room, it provides moderate insulation without the heaviness of a wool or down throw.
The velvety surface texture is genuine. The fabric feels pleasant against bare skin, soft without being slippery. It is difficult to say whether it feels as premium as a quality cotton or wool throw, but for polyester, the hand feel is well above average. The OEKO-TEX certification confirms the fabric has been tested for harmful substances, which matters for a product that contacts bare skin for extended periods.
Bedroom Blanket Pairing
If you want to use the Big Blanket in the bedroom, consider it as a top layer over your regular bedding rather than a replacement. On a queen bed with the Restonic Revive Reflections ET at $2,395 including Joma Wool temperature regulation, adding a 10x10 polyester blanket on top would counteract the mattress's breathability features. A better approach: use your normal duvet or comforter for sleeping and drape the Big Blanket for weekend morning lounging when you want coverage without committing to getting under the covers. It is a lifestyle product, not a sleep product, and it excels when used accordingly.
For Brantford Residents
Oversized blankets solve a specific problem: not enough blanket for multiple people. If your actual sleep issue is temperature regulation, blanket weight, or material quality, a properly sized, purpose-built blanket performs better than an oversized novelty one. Our showroom at 441 1/2 West Street carries blankets and throws in cotton, wool, and weighted options sized for beds rather than living rooms. Talia helps match blanket material and weight to your actual sleep needs rather than a viral social media post. Call (519) 770-0001 or visit: Mon-Wed 10-6, Thu-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Call 519-770-0001How big is the Big Blanket Co blanket?
The Original Stretch measures 10 feet by 10 feet (120 x 120 inches), which is 100 square feet. That is roughly 50% larger than a standard king-size blanket. An 8x8 foot version (64 square feet) is also available.
Can you wash the Big Blanket in a regular washing machine?
Yes. Despite its size, it fits in a standard front-load washing machine. Use cold water, mild detergent, and tumble dry on low heat. Avoid fabric softener. Top-load agitator machines may be too rough on the spandex.
Is the Big Blanket good for sleeping?
It works better as a lounge blanket than a sleeping blanket. On a bed, the excessive overhang (2+ feet per side on a queen) drags on the floor. A properly sized comforter or duvet is more practical for nightly use. The Big Blanket excels for couches, movie nights, and outdoor use.
What is the Big Blanket made of?
93% polyester and 7% spandex with OEKO-TEX certification. The spandex gives it stretch and drape. The polyester surface has a velvety feel. It does not breathe like cotton or wool but provides moderate warmth without excessive weight.
Where can I find quality blankets in Brantford?
Mattress Miracle at 441 1/2 West Street carries blankets in cotton, wool, weighted, and other materials for beds. Talia matches blanket material to your sleep needs. Call (519) 770-0001 or visit: Mon-Wed 10-6, Thu-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-5, Sun 12-4.
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