I would HIGHLY recommend this blanket (as well as the whole company's products). This electric blanket I bought lasted me many, many years and in all types of areas and weather.  Never had ONE problem with it, and it always looked fresh, new, and nice.  So very cozy and would make anyone feel like a "royal" person! Never had one problem with the heat controls either!  How nice. Unfortunately, I moved and someone actually STOLE the blanket in the move!  Sure miss it!