Baloo makes a simple claim: a weighted blanket should be all cotton. Most use a synthetic interior liner that can trap heat. This one uses 100% cotton inside and out, which makes a tangible difference in breathability. It stays cool against your skin, even under another blanket.

The 12-pound weight distributed across the 42×72-inch size creates a firm, encompassing pressure. It’s substantial enough to feel grounding on the couch or layered over a single bed, but not so large that it overwhelms a solo sleeper. The interior glass beads are quiet and stay firmly in place within the quilted channels.

The Silver Sage color is a muted, versatile green. The cotton shell does wrinkle after use, which is a trade-off for the natural material. This blanket excels at providing deep pressure without causing you to overheat, a balance that’s often hard to find.