Just in time for winter, we're rolling out the new and improved Allergy Armor fleece blankets. You may remember the original microfleece blankets. While both the original and the our latest versions were both Polartec fleece, there are several differences between them, not the least of which is the our new blankets are less expensive than before!
Why are they less expensive? There are two main reasons for this. First, the fabric itself is a big reason why we dropped the price. Polartec was finally able to supply us with fabric that was wide enough to eliminate any seams in our blankets. This means they not only look better, but they are quicker and easier for us to sew for you. The other reason is that we simply purchased more raw materials. Larger volume = lower price.
So what are the other differences between these blankets? Aside from the fact that king and queen sizes no longer have seams, there is now an additional color to choose from, so currently your choices are Ivory, Navy, and Light Blue. All are available in Twin, Queen and King sizes. The fabric itself is actually thicker than before. Polartec has long been the leader in American made fleece and textiles built for warmth, and the Polartec 200 fleece is no different. 
While it is still super lightweight, the slightly thicker fleece feels more plush, even after several washes. The way we sew them has also changed. Now each blanket features a hemmed edge for extra durability. So overall, you're getting a better product, with several upgrades, for less money.
There are a few features that have remained the same. First, we use only Polartec fleece, made right here in the U.S.A. Check the tag on the fleece you see in your big box store, and I will almost guarantee you won't see ‘Made in the USA’ on it. Second, each blanket is handcrafted and packaged here in our Atlanta location then shipped to you. Next, all of our Polartec blankets are machine wash and dry. This is important for people with allergies or asthma, as washing your bedding more frequently and in hot water is key to reducing dust mites. Lastly, each blanket won't pill, water resistant, and 6′ longer than comparable fleece blankets. So warm up this winter with our new and improved Allergy Armor Polartec blanket!
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Author: KevvyG
Is the Polartec fleece ok for someone who basically has to have cotton: Ex. no wool, polyester?
No, it is a polyester product. Excluding polyester and wool, the only fleece remaining would be an organic I believe cotton, but I've only seen a couple foreign manufacturers who have the ability to produce the fabric, and it's terribly expensive. You might want to try our organic cotton blanket found in the blankets section. It's American made same as Polartec, fabric is made here and we do our cutting, sewing and packing, it's warm, machine washable, and similarly constructed. Plus, those blankets do fluff/fill out a good bit with the first wash.
I purchased 2 polartec fleece blankets and received a 10% disc. I think I should have the 15% disc for early Black Friday. Thank you.
Carolyn,
Done!