Large Heat Bag (With Removable Cover; Lupin Seeds)
Regular price $65.00
Each cosy lab heat bags consists of a cotton bag filled with lupin seed, that can be heated and then applied to shoulders, arms or legs, to provide relief from aches, pains or muscle tension.
The lupin seed is grown organically in New Zealand, and is used instead of wheat because it is odorless when heated, lighter and retains the heat longer. Contains no wheat.
Each large heat bag has a removable washable cover. The covers have a luxurious soft black cotton modal on one side, and a fine European linen on the opposite side.
The bags each weigh approximately 1.2 kgs.
Our heat bags come in two variants: Large rectangular (48cm x 27cm) (this variant) and Small rectangular (46cm x 14cm). We also sell special 'shrug' heat bags.
Free freight for total order spend over $100 (urban) and over $115 (rural delivery).
Please read the Product Care and FAQs page for Heating, Safety and Washing instructions.
What are heat bags?
The cosy lab heat bags are designed to help you relax at the end of the day!Why do we use lupin seeds in our heat bags?
Lupin seeds retain their heat for longer than wheat, are odourless and don't sweat when heated in a microwave. They are also allergy-friendly for Coeliacs (coeliacs have an immunological response to gluten), or anyone who is Gluten-sensitive.
However, because lupin seeds are from the legume family, people with nut allergies should avoid use. If you are an allergy sufferer and in doubt please contact your physician before buying our heat bags.
How to use
Heat in the microwave
Simply pop your heat bag in the microwave for the correct time specified on the instruction sheet. Make sure the pack is as spread out and flat as possible to get even heat distributed through it. It’s really important to make sure your turntable inside is rotating during the heating process - if it doesn't turn your heatbag may burn.
WARNING: Please be warned that heat bags are a fire and burn hazard and must be treated with care. Heat bags should not be overheated, nor should they be placed into the bed because there is a risk that they could catch fire. For safety reasons, heat bags should not be heated in the oven.
Please carefully follow these instructions.
Test after 1 minute
Put your heat bag in the microwave. After 1 minute test your heat bag to see if it’s warm enough. If after a 30 seconds wait you think it needs a bit longer put it back in the microwave for another 30 seconds. See heating times below.
| Heatbag | Microwave 700 Watts | Microwave 850-1000 Watts |
| Small 5 panel heat bag | 2 minutes | 1.5 minute |
| Large heat bag | 3 minutes | 2 minutes |
| Shrug (shoulder) heat bag | 3 minutes | 2 minutes |
NB. We don’t recommend using an oven as it’s not as safe as a microwave. If you accidentally leave it in the oven unattended there’s a chance it could smolder or catch on fire.
Try a cold pack in the freezer
You can also use your heat bags as a cold pack. Simply store it in the freezer and then apply to bruises, or strains. If your health condition is serious please seek professional medical advice.
Safety Points and Heat Bag life
Please be careful and follow these safety warnings::
- Don’t over heat your heat bag. It’s not designed to be extremely hot so please don’t put it in the microwave for any longer than 2-3 minutes.
- Always check the temperature before using the heat pack directly on your skin.
- Do not use your bag if you notice a burnt smell. If you notice this happening it is definitely time to replace your heat bag.
- We recommend replacing your heat bag after every one to two years of use, depending on how often the bag is used.
- Bags that are used often, should be replaced within a year, depending on wear and tear. If the fabric is worn or frayed, it should be replaced.
- Make sure you store your heat bag in a dry place
- Never heat your bags in the oven.
Washing
Our large rectangular heat bags come with a removable cover which can be gently hand washed in cool water, and laid flat to dry. The foot cosy cover can also be gently handwashed in warm water, and laid flat to dry. Do not use a dryer.
Do not wash the inner bag which is filled with lupin seed.
The heated shrug, heatbelt and inner bag of the foot cosy can be spot cleaned with warm water only.
Sustainability
We've made all of our products with sustainability in mind. Our products are made with natural - not synthetic materials, our heat bags include ethically grown lupin seeds and we have tried to use sustainable, minimal packaging materials. We lovingly hand craft our finished goods in New Zealand.
