How far above the rugbuddy can you feel the warmth. Is it just a foot warmer? If you are in a recliner and reclined, would you notice a difference?
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We have a 2 story home in Colorado with 12X12 Ceramic floor tile in the living room and kitchen. Our heat and air conditioning registers are in a vaulted ceiling on the first floor, so it is 4 or 5 degrees cooler that our 2nd floor. We added a thermo pad under the RUGBUDDY and installed them under the area rug we were all ready using. It make sitting in our recliner very comfortable and we do not need to keep our upstairs bedrooms as warm, so it took care of two problems with one rugbuddy. We highly recommend the Intertek LUX programmable thermostat.
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I think this would depend on the size of the room relative to the size of the rug buddy. Mine makes the whole room a degree or two warmer, maybe more with the door to the room closed.
1324889
Warmth on feet in Master bathroom delightful and the room is definitely warmer. Cannot answer how it would feel in a recliner...but, curious about the answer!
1324890
It warms the rug it is under but heat radiate upwards and u can feel it sitting in a chair I love it
1324891
It is able to warm my livingroom. I don't think you would like feel it intensely like a forced air heater but it definitely heats a room!
1825117
I have one and my husband and I love this!! I don't feel that it really retains body heat I have one and still use a heating blanket at night. I would definitely recommend this
594793
This is a radiant heater. It heats stuff, not air. Best place for it is 2 to 3 feet away from you. There is a fire in it so some warm air does rise out the top. Not much, you can put your hand on it. Kitchen cold? Under the table. Watching TV cold? Put it right in front of you. Your 2 legged little critters will be in your lap. 4 legged critters will be under your feet. It warms the carpet nicely. One guy bought a used "little red wagon" and hauls his around with it. If you work at a big desk or table, shove it against the wall under it. It will keep you toastie.
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Definitely heading surface only, although if you have it on the highest setting it gives off some ambient heat and you can rest your feet comfortably beside it instead of on top of it. On the medium setting, it's perfect with socks. It won't really work for an independent heating source for the house or even a room. It might completely heat the space under your desk, but that is about it. It's meant mostly just for feet, but it does that job amazingly well!
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The heat comes from all around. Very effective in warming the whole foot. This is a great product, does what it says it will do.NOT for just walking around. Put them on while sitting in your chair, or just getting into bed.
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If you are sitting on a chair or the side of the bed putting your feet into this it will come up to about 4 0r 5 inches below you knees. I am not as impressed with this machine as I thought I would be. It does not seem to get hot enough for me, but they may be as a result of having nerve damage in my legs but you can try it and see if it works for you. If you are having trouble with your knees to where you need to put heat on them there are plenty of wraps out there that you can get that you can reheat them when needed. If you go to dreamproducts.com I know they have a variety of sizes that you can choose from. If you are sitting on a chair or the side of the bed putting your feet into this it will come up to about 4 0r 5 inches below you knees. I am not as impressed with this machine as I thought I would be. It does not seem to get hot enough for me, but they may be as a result of having nerve damage in my legs but you can try it and see if it works for you. If you are having trouble with your knees to where you need to put heat on them there are plenty of wraps out there that you can get that you can reheat them when needed. If you go to dreamproducts.com I know they have a variety of sizes that... » Read More If you are sitting on a chair or the side of the bed putting your feet into this it will come up to about 4 0r 5 inches below you knees. I am not as impressed with this machine as I thought I would be. It does not seem to get hot enough for me, but they may be as a result of having nerve damage in my legs but you can try it and see if it works for you. If you are having trouble with your knees to where you need to put heat on them there are plenty of wraps out there that you can get that you can reheat them when needed. If you go to dreamproducts.com I know they have a variety of sizes that you can choose from. « Show Less
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It doesn't get hot like a heating pad you may have for yourself. It doesn't really seem warm at all when you feel with your hand, but if you leave your hand there a few minutes, you can feel the heat easily. My cat loves it! I also ordered another one for my 3 lb. maltese...she loves it as well. This winter was the first time I'd ever seen her stretch out and sleep, she was always curled up with her nose tucked. It's clearly doing the job and we love it. My cat sleeps on the top when it gets too warm for her, my dog just stretches out the floor.
164790
It does not make my feet hot. I've used it barefooted, with socks only, and with shoes. I agree with the reviewer who said the heat is no different than carpet.
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It is a 4 watt heat source which very minimal. But yes - when place your hand toward the back of the pillow - near the electric cord you should feel a tiny warm spot. My 15 year old cat, who is always cold, happily curls up for hours in the thermo- bed. She did not seek the heating vents at all this winter so I assume that tiny heat source was all she really wanted.
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I am not sure that I understand this question correctly. I put my foot down to the wooden foot rest inside at the bottom. The foot rest is probably 3/4 inch from the very bottom. I feel pretty comfortable. Never worried if it will burn my feet. The heat level is adjustable.
1687650
I have used mine on carpet for a couple of years. The only problem is that it likes to slide around on me. It's great for keeping my feet warm.
1224629
The warmth is not the same as an electric blanket as it comes from the bottom, not the top. My husband is cold blooded, I'm not. He is able to stay warm and I just need enough to take the chill off. I guess it depends on how warm you want it. I'm happy to say I'm satisfied.
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There are five settings from "warm" to "high".I measured the temperatures applied to body with the pad between a recliner chair back and my t-shirt clad back.The temperature was measured between the pad and the t-shirt.I measured "warm" at around 108 degrees F and "high" at around 113 - 116 degress F.I like them hot, and it delivers. 116 degrees is about my maximum tolerance.The pad temperature may vary somewhat depending on how it is applied.
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I do not lay on mine too often. I use it on my back while sitting in a chair most times but sometimes I recline in the chair. That is the only time I lay on mine. I am using it right now. It is giving me such wonderful penetrating warmth.
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I have noticed the pad is warmer on the bottom than the top. I tried turning it over with the same results. My only conclusion is the pad gets warmer when the animal is laying on it. As for the coils, did you inflate the pad? I personally haven't sat on mine, but my orange cat seems to find it quite comfortable.
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That will depend on just how cold it is I think. Imagine the cushion will feel cold at first, but will warm up from body heat. I love ours that we purchased for a porch swing.
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Hey Andrew, the back does recline well. Im 6'1 and my feet dont hang off the end when fully reclined. Im not quite sure but it is some sort of leather. I live in south florida, and I have still yet to sweat on my couch/love seat/recliner. All three are the same material. Hope this helps!