Collection: Warmth

Cold is the problem that turns a nuisance into an emergency — a power cut in January means the heating's off too. This collection keeps the household warm without mains power: hand warmers for pockets and school runs, foil blankets for kits and cars, and emergency sleeping bags for when the boiler picks its moment.

Hand warmers: single-use and reusable

Single-use air-activated warmers give up to 10 hours of heat and cost pennies — perfect for coat pockets, touchlines and the car kit. Reusable gel and rechargeable warmers pay for themselves over a winter of school runs and dog walks.

Blankets and emergency sleeping bags

Foil blankets weigh nothing and belong in every kit and glovebox. Emergency sleeping bags are the heavier-duty version — windproof, waterproof and warm enough to sleep in. Add proper blankets to the power cut kit and winter stops being a threat.

Warmth FAQs

How long do hand warmers last?

Single-use warmers run 6–10 hours once opened. Reusable gel warmers give 30–60 minutes per click and reset in boiling water; rechargeables run 3–8 hours per charge.

Are hand warmers safe for children?

Yes with supervision — in a pocket or glove, not directly against skin for long periods. Low-temperature burns come from prolonged direct contact.

Do foil blankets keep you warm or just trap heat?

They reflect your own radiated heat back — which is most of the job. Layer one over a normal blanket and you keep both warmth and comfort.

What's the best way to keep a house bearable in a winter power cut?

Shrink the problem: everyone in one room, doors closed, curtains drawn, layers on, warm drinks going. One room stays comfortable far longer than a whole house.