Do they get softer with washing? New (before washing) they seem very rough and I'm thinking of sending them back.
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While much better after washing, they do have a "crisp" feel when you handle them after washing, rather than a "soft" feel, but honestly, when you put them on the bed, and sleep on them, they feel like old fashioned crisply ironed sheets, and it is a very pleasant feeling, smooth, and fresh. I wasn't sure about them myself at first, but now I love that feeling of sliding between those sheets that feel as though someone has ironed them smooth and crisp. And the ones I bought wear well, washing after washing, enough so that I ordered a second set. I love them.
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I would say they've gotten a bit softer, but haven't changed dramatically. I LOVE these sheets though!! Give them a chance, unless you really want a dramatically different feel. You may have to go w/ synthetic fabrics to get it though.
253365
I put them in the washer and have put them in the dryer and it doesn't seem to bother them. The only thing is that the edges pick up lint from the dryer. They are invincible!
1958112
What did you do? Did you try them? I think they would be soft enough, they certainly aren't any rougher than a wash cloth.
1914297
never had this experience. I've laundered them a few times, and I have an upright high efficiency machine, which tends to be rougher on everything, but I haven't noticed any issues with these towels.
2068355
They are not really soft but not as hard as most of the back brushes. I would say stiff and not hard and you can scrub with them and they don't scratch. I think it's a real quality brush. Mary
446776
They are not gritty. Nor are they smooth! They have raised letters, but I had to feel them after reading the question to know for sure. They feel more on the smooth side. Definitely not gritty!
701881
As for now it seems to be okay. I've put them through 2 washes and so far so good. I can't say how they are going to do in a few months, but from the looks of how they are doing now... they should be okay. I hope that helps. Best....
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I have not noticed any but I have only washed them a few times since I got them. They seem pretty nice to me still.
686409
I've washed ours several times in the machine (and dryer). It's getting softer actually - very pleasant. No problems at all with washing/drying.
399962
No, they are much softer. I have to change them ever 2-3 weeks. With the original ones I dont have to change for about 1.5 months. But they are ok for the price
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I had to flat iron them after washing and drying because they scrunched but not I'm a cute way. Maybe try rolling them with a large roller
668043
I've washed mine quite a few times stuck in with normal loads of laundry. They have came out clean and so far no signs of wear and tear.
1723952
They are suppose to be soft ! Sounds like you got some that were old or expired !
17012
I will check, they are away for the winter season. I do love them and would buy them again. I have washed them several times and they still look new.
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I found them to be fine after washing. I washed them with a regular load of laundry (front load) with the same methods and detergents regularly used. Nothing feels as good as when you first get them, but I was definitely satisfied with the product following the washing. Good Luck. Leon
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I have washed mine, but I would not suggest putting them in the dryer (duh).
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Well, I can say this (because I've had them for a couple months now) it doesn't wash like cotton. It washes like micro-fiber and feels like it. IF it is cotton I'm confused. /shrug