This is my second weighted blanket. It's been a number of years since they first arrived on the scene, but you can tell there have definitely been improvements. This blanket has a suede-like 'warm' side and a more sheer 'cooler' side. The glass beads inside are ordered well to provide an even weight across the blanket. 

I like to use these when I'm curled up in my chair in the evening. It soothes me and calms me down nicely. After a bit of reading, I'm cozily ready for bed. I haven't tried sleeping with it as it's summer and I can only deal with minimal coverings. Would think it would work well without being too warm for sleeping as well.

My kids also really enjoy using it on the couch. I may have to buy more.