We Help Brands Own the Cotton Weighted Blanket Category. All-Cotton Glass Microbead Construction — Zero Polyester.
What Is an All-Cotton Glass Microbead Weighted Blanket?
An all-cotton glass microbead weighted blanket is a weighted sleep layer engineered with 100% cotton on every surface — outer shell and inner liner — with no polyester in any layer. The fill is ultra-fine glass microbeads, distributed evenly across a quilted pocket grid. The shell is dyed with natural indigo plant dye. The full construction is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified (23.HUS.50992 Hohenstein), meaning all materials — cotton shell, cotton liner, and glass microbeads — have been independently tested and verified free of harmful substances.
What Problem Does It Solve?
Most cotton-marketed weighted blankets use cotton only on the outer shell. The inner liner — which contacts the fill and creates the sleeping surface — is polyester. This synthetic liner compromises breathability and creates heat retention in weighted sleep. The all-cotton construction solves this by using 100% cotton on both the outer shell and the inner liner, with no polyester anywhere in the construction.
What Makes It Different?
Item No :
BlanketOrder(MOQ) :
100pcsPayment :
Trade Assurance / Paypal / Western Union / TT / LCProduct Origin :
ChinaColor :
Grey/Lavender PurpleShipping Port :
Shanghai NingboLead Time :
25-30 DaysWeight :
5 lbs

Product Parameters
| Feature | Polyester Weighted Blanket | Cotton-Shell / Polyester Liner | All-Cotton Glass Microbead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Shell | Polyester | Cotton | ✓ 100% Cotton |
| Inner Liner | Polyester | Polyester | ✓ 100% Cotton |
| Polyester Content | High | Partial | ✓ Zero |
| Fill Material | Poly Pellets / Glass Beads | Glass Beads | ✓ Glass Microbeads (finer) |
| Breathability | Low | Partial (shell only) | ✓ Full construction |
| Heat Retention | High | Medium | ✓ Low (all-cotton) |
| OEKO-TEX Certification | None / Partial | Shell only | ✓ Full construction (23.HUS.50992) |
| Natural Dye | — | — | ✓ Vegetable-dyed indigo |
| Machine Washable | Some | Some | ✓ Full construction |
| Dryer Safe | Rarely | Rarely | ✓ Low heat |





Q1. What is an all-cotton weighted blanket? An all-cotton weighted blanket uses 100% cotton on both the outer shell and the inner liner — with no polyester in any layer of the construction. Most cotton-marketed weighted blankets use cotton only on the outer shell, with a polyester inner liner. An all-cotton construction uses cotton throughout, maintaining full breathability from surface to surface. The fill is glass microbeads, positioned between the cotton layers.
Q2. What is the difference between an all-cotton weighted blanket and a cotton-shell weighted blanket? A cotton-shell weighted blanket uses 100% cotton on the outer surface only. The inner liner — which is in direct contact with the fill and is part of the sleeping surface — is typically polyester. A cotton-shell weighted blanket markets cotton but delivers synthetic material inside. An all-cotton weighted blanket uses 100% cotton on both the outer shell and the inner liner — zero polyester anywhere.
Q3. What are glass microbeads and how are they different from standard glass beads? Glass microbeads are ultra-fine glass fill beads with a smaller diameter than standard glass beads. More beads fit per square inch of quilted pocket, creating smoother, more even weight distribution across the blanket surface. Glass microbeads are smooth-surfaced with no sharp edges, reducing poke-through risk even through cotton layers. They maintain their shape and weight distribution after machine washing, unlike poly pellets which can absorb moisture and clump.
Q4. What does OEKO-TEX Standard 100 mean for this blanket? OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (certificate 23.HUS.50992, Hohenstein) certifies that all materials in the product have been independently tested and verified free of harmful substances. For this blanket, the certification covers the full construction — cotton outer shell, cotton inner liner, and glass microbeads — not only the outer shell. Testing is conducted by an accredited independent laboratory, not self-declared.
Q5. What is vegetable-dyed indigo? Vegetable-dyed indigo means the cotton shell is dyed using natural indigo plant extract, without synthetic reactive dyes. Natural indigo produces a distinctive blue color that develops slight natural variation over time — lightening or shifting slightly with washing. This is a characteristic of natural dye, not a defect, and is part of the authentic natural material narrative of the blanket.
Q6. Is this blanket suitable for hot sleepers? Yes. The all-cotton construction is more breathable than polyester-liner weighted blankets. Cotton allows moisture vapor transmission throughout the full construction, reducing heat buildup during weighted sleep. It is positioned as an all-season product and is particularly suited to sleepers who find polyester-liner weighted blankets too warm.
Q7. How should it be washed? Machine wash on gentle cycle with cold water. For the first few washes, wash the blanket alone. Tumble dry on low heat. The glass microbead fill maintains its shape and weight distribution through machine washing. Natural indigo color may develop slight natural variation over time with washing — this is characteristic of vegetable dye.
Q8. What weight is recommended? The 10% body weight formula is the standard clinical reference for Deep Pressure Stimulation effectiveness. For a 9 lb blanket, the ideal body weight range is approximately 80–100 lbs. Custom weight options are available for OEM orders.
Q9. What sizes are available? 9 lb / 40×60 inch (Mini) is the standard size. Custom sizes and weights are available for OEM orders.
Q10. Is it suitable for children? The 9 lb / 40×60 inch mini size is suitable for children at appropriate body weight. All materials are OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified — independently verified free of harmful substances. Consult with a healthcare professional for specific recommendations for children.
Q11. Does the indigo color fade? Vegetable-dyed indigo develops natural color variation over time, particularly with washing. The color may lighten slightly in the first several washes before stabilizing. This is a characteristic of natural plant dye — it is not a manufacturing defect, and it is part of the authentic natural material story of the product.
Q12. Can the blanket be customized for my brand? Yes. The blanket is available for full OEM and ODM customization. Custom options include weight, size, color (including vegetable dye alternatives), label, and packaging. EastWest Sleep manufactures all-cotton glass microbead weighted blankets for bedding brands across 40+ countries.
Q13. Why choose glass microbeads over poly pellets? Glass microbeads are inorganic and non-absorbent — they do not absorb moisture during washing, and they maintain their shape and weight distribution after machine wash and dry cycles. Poly pellets are plastic-based and can absorb moisture, leading to clumping and uneven weight distribution over time. Glass microbeads also have no sharp edges, reducing the risk of poke-through even through cotton layers.
Q14. What is the difference between this and a standard weighted blanket? The primary difference is the all-cotton construction with zero polyester in any layer, combined with glass microbead fill and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 full construction certification. Standard weighted blankets typically use polyester liners, poly pellets or standard glass beads, and partial or no material certification. This all-cotton construction is positioned for natural material consumers and brands who need a verifiable, fully certified natural weighted blanket product.