CozyWinters Blog

Going on spring vacation is made all the better if you can bring your pet along for the journey. That way you don't have to worry about finding a responsible sitter or leaving your furry friend at a kennel for the duration of your trip. And of course you get to enjoy some quality bonding… Read More

Cozy Winters, April 19, 2016

Ice cleats must be sized, worn, and used according to manufacturer's instructions in order to provide extra traction, grip, and stability on icy terrain. Failure to do so could lead to the very kind of slip-and-fall accidents ice cleats are designed to prevent. In a similar vein, ice cleats must also be stored and cared… Read More

Cozy Winters, April 12, 2016

April is usually the month where overnight temperatures are mild enough that you can begin to put away your heavy-duty winter bedding. But if you want your electric blankets, thick wool blankets, and down comforters to stay fresh and clean for the next six months, you shouldn't just stuff them in a closet and forget… Read More

Cozy Winters, April 05, 2016

All of the heated clothing products we sell at CozyWinters, including battery heated socks, jackets, vests, and gloves, are manufactured from quality materials that are designed to last for several season; so long as they are properly used and cared for. This applies not only to the garment itself, but also to the lithium ion batteries… Read More

Cozy Winters, March 29, 2016

Heated electric throws and heated electric blankets are two of the bestselling products on the CozyWinters website. Customers who own these items love having the ability to enjoy targeted warmth without having to run the furnace, fireplace, or space heater for hours on end. The result is total comfort and lower energy bills all winter… Read More

Cozy Winters, March 24, 2016

Working in extreme cold puts you at risk for hypothermia, frostbite, and similar health emergencies. When snow is also involved, the risks expand to include slip-and-fall accidents, dehydration, exhaustion, and more. To prevent succumbing to any of these hazards, we recommend implementing these safety tips when working in snow. Wear ice cleats to provide extra… Read More

Cozy Winters, March 10, 2016

All too often, frostbite is portrayed as something that happens only in very extreme conditions, such as when a person is stranded in an inoperable vehicle for a couple of days in the midst of a blizzard. But while that kind of dire situation certainly increases the chances of becoming frostbitten, the fact of the… Read More

Cozy Winters, February 23, 2016

If you've never shopped for ice cleats before, then you're probably wondering if you should choose a spiked or spikeless product. The answer depends on several factors, including how often you or your employees intend to wear the cleats and the environmental conditions in which you expect them to be worn. For example, the kind of… Read More

Cozy Winters, February 16, 2016

If winter isn't your favorite season, then you probably need lots of coaxing to even consider venturing outdoors. After all, what possible benefit could there be to leaving the soft, luxurious warmth of your heated electric throw or the soothing coziness of your heated mattress pad only to endure the freezing temperatures, biting wind, and… Read More

Cozy Winters, February 02, 2016

If you find it hard to stay motivated to move in winter, you're not alone. The low temperatures, icy conditions, and short daylight hours combine to derail many a New Year's resolution or fitness program for folks living in colder climates, especially among those that prefer outdoor activities to indoor substitutes. But you don't have… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 26, 2016

As a business owner or safety director at your company, you're naturally interested in reducing the number of slip-and-fall accidents among your employees this winter. The first step was taking advantage of the volume discount pricing available at CozyWinters to supply each worker with a pair of ice cleats. Now the next item on the… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 19, 2016

Are you going skiing for the first time ever this winter or are you returning to the slopes after a long absence? Did you get some new ski gear for Christmas that you're looking to break in? If so, you might be tempted to book a room at the nearest lodge and get on the… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 12, 2016

Raynaud's disease (or Raynaud's phenomenon) is a condition in which poor blood flow to the extremities results in coldness or numbness in the fingers and/or toes. Cold temperatures and stress exacerbate the effects, which means Raynaud's sufferers can be especially uncomfortable in winter. And while the causes of the condition are not well understood, many… Read More

Cozy Winters, January 05, 2016

Every winter, OSHA issues warnings about the dangers of cold stress, a condition caused by extended exposure to a combination of low temperatures, strong wind, and dampness/wetness. Cold stress can take a variety of forms, but is usually characterized by shivering, tingling or loss of feeling in the extremities, loss of coordination, and confusion or… Read More

Cozy Winters, December 29, 2015

Some employers are highly resistant to the idea of spending money on safety gear such as ice cleats. They defend their position by saying there simply aren't enough slip-and-fall accidents among employees or contractors to warrant the purchase or by saying it would cost too much. This leads us to ask: how much is too… Read More

Cozy Winters, December 15, 2015