Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

OK, I admit it. I am a bit of a bedding snob. I love high count cotton sheets that launder well, fit perfectly, last forever, and feel like I'm sleeping at the best 5 star hotel, but don't cost the equivalent of a mortgage payment. These sheets fit the bill in every way. When I opened the package, I was a bit disappointed as the fabric felt a bit stiff, more like a muslin than a sateen finish percale. I washed them in warm water with a neutral detergent (no fabric softener) and dried them on medium until nearly dry. The fabric softened considerably and the sheets fit my split king bed with its adjustable base with room to spare as these fitted sheets will fit a pretty deep mattress. The first night's sleep was very comfortable, and the bedding has gotten softer and developed a lovely sheen with repeated washings (again, no fabric softener!). The top sheet is oversized and the pillow cases fit king size pillows with room to spare. Even my spouse agrees that this sheet set is a great buy-- so much so I just ordered another set. Highly recommend. UPDATE: Got my second set of sheets. Unlike the first set, these were silky smooth right out of the package. Washed and dried and put on the bed. Fit beautifully and the fabric has a lovely sateen sheen (not shiny, just silk like). First set was white, these are blue and the color is true; not turquoise, aqua or teal. Continue to be impressed.