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.
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Not really sure what the thread count is, but I can relate to what you are saying. I can tell you that they aren't as rough as some I have previously purchased.
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I don't think they are rough. We use them with our child and have had no problems. It's super soft or plush like velour or fleece - it's cotton - but it works great for us.
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I have washed mine multiple times and they are still soft and holding up. As soon as the dryer is done just fluff it up with your hands.
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okay whoops...I washed mine. Honestly (and luckily) they came out fine. Not sure what damage I've done now...but they still like new.
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I haven't washed mine yet, but I would probably throw them in on a very delicate load. The fabric would hold up. My only concern would be the seems.
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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
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Yeah I have washed them with a mild shampoo and it was fine. Hope this helped
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No, I have washed them 3 times and they are still soft as when we got them.
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alan yes they are,and i have washed them,and they came out fine,i love them,hope this will help.and also they are heavy to,which i love,and great for the price.carol sutherland. date 2 4 14
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I haven't washed them yet, but we put them in the dryer about once a week and they do fine with that. They are very plushy, we added a fleece blanket and my our doxies both love them. The only reason I wouldn't get them is the shipping. I am a huge fan of free shipping, but I had some points on my MC and used them and pretended I was getting free shipping. I got five of them and like them a lot. I keep watching for them to go "amazon prime" so I could get them for gifts. Hope this helps!
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They seem firm to me, though I am not sure I understand your concern. I wouldn't say they were any softer than the rest of the mattress, which is firm in my opinion.
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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!
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Not so far and they have been washed many times... very nice and soft. Love them
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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.
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I have the medium size and they are definitely on the softer side. I had the smaller at one time and they may have been a bit more stiff.I just felt them and you can push them in without feeling like they bristle will hurt.I think they are worth trying at least--Good Luck with your decision.
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I have washed these pads several times and they retain shape. Hand washing vs washing machine would be gentler on the pads and I believe they would be fine if you decided to have them washed by hand instead. Lay flat to dry would be my suggestion! Hope that helps!