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Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Seannie — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 19:41:51 GMT

Hi all,

I am trying to buy a set of queen sheets online for DD in another state ( a hot and humid one!). All I've ever had myself are all cotton but I've noticed there are many more

microfiber choices than all cotton ones on most shopping channels and major retailers.

QVC, though, still offers quite a few cotton choices.

Are microfiber sheets preferred by most people or what is the attraction to them?

I've never slept on microfiber myself.

TIA, Seannie

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

NickNack1 — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 19:54:14 GMT

Seannie, I've never slept on anything but cotton sheets. I don't think I would like microfiber at all. I would definitely stick with getting her the cotton sheets.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

kermiefrog — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:35:42 GMT

I live in NC and it is very hot and humid here. I donated several sets of microfiber sheets as they are very hot and made me feel sticky. Many places are selling microfiber now because they are cheaper than cotton.

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so so — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:38:33 GMT

I LOVE microfiber sheets. i changed all my sheets to microfiber. they have a softness to them, they are cool in the hot weather. they do not pill either. I buy them on HSN when they have sales. I personally am not ever going to go back to cotton.

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goldensrbest — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:38:52 GMT

I had a set.HAD, i hated them, a few days ago i was at homegoods,they had all natural white cotton sheets, never had natural before, i love them,so soft ,and a set of queen was $39.00.

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so so — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:40:49 GMT

even my husband noticed the difference.... he said they felt softer

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gardenman — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:43:07 GMT

I love microfiber sheets. They're soft, smooth, easy to care for, inexpensive, durable, and pretty much the perfect sheet material. I've slept on everything at one time or another, and microfiber sheets are the best sheets I've ever found. I found my first set a bit papery feeling until they'd been washed a few times, but after that they've been perfect. I'd recommend everyone giving them a try. For $20 at most places you can get a set of microfiber sheets (in any size) to try,. Give them a try and you may end up finding you love them too.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

CalminHeart — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 20:57:16 GMT

I find microfiber to be too hot. I prefer a crisp cotton.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

chickenbutt — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 21:04:07 GMT

CalmInTheHeart wrote:
I find microfiber to be too hot. I prefer a crisp cotton.

Same here. I generate quite a lot of heat and nothing but 100% cotton is my choice. I usually like a heavier, like around 800tc, Egyptian Cotton.

But, I have also always wondered why microfiber seems to be so popular. I just figured that it was that most people just don't generate anywhere near as much heat as I. I also see a lot of cotton/poly blend sheets - no thanks to that one either!

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Kachina624 — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 22:28:01 GMT

I've had several sets of them but didn't like them. The fabric is cheap and so was the way they were made. I couldn't keep the fitted sheet on the bed. After one washing the elastic was shot.

I found the fabric to be light but it had a clammy feeling to it and didn't seem to breathe. I like some microfiber products but sheets aren't one of them.

Why are they so popular? They're cheap.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Mominohio — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 22:31:21 GMT

I've never tried them, but would guess when cotton prices spiked a few years ago, they were a cheaper alternative.

I wonder how they will stand the test of time.

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Zhills — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 23:26:04 GMT

Are they really that popular or are the vendors selling them because they are cheaper and just hope they will become popular? Seems they are on sale everywhere.

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J Town Girl — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 00:44:19 GMT

Just for the heck of it I went to the web sites of some of the higher end stores such as Nordstroms, Macy's and Bloomingdales and not one of them had any microfiber sheet sets.

To me that is telling. I just have a feeling that they would not wear very well.

I'll stick to my Egyptian cotton sheets. No matter how many times they are laundered they still feel wonderful and they last so long. You usually get tired of them before they wear out.

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OnlyShopsOnline — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 04:11:31 GMT

I have several sets of microfiber sheets and just donated the last few sets of cotton sheets that I had.

They wash beautifully and look nice on the bed...no wrinkles. They are comfortable. I still get hot flashes, and don't find the sheets to be a problem. Even my husband likes them.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Lilysmom — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 09:35:11 GMT

Only 100% cotton for me. Good percale if I can find it. I want my sheets to breath. LM

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Nataliesgramma — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 10:54:17 GMT

@chickenbutt wrote:
@CalminHeart wrote:
I find microfiber to be too hot. I prefer a crisp cotton.

Same here. I generate quite a lot of heat and nothing but 100% cotton is my choice. I usually like a heavier, like around 800tc, Egyptian Cotton.

But, I have also always wondered why microfiber seems to be so popular. I just figured that it was that most people just don't generate anywhere near as much heat as I. I also see a lot of cotton/poly blend sheets - no thanks to that one either!

I also prefer the 800ct Egyptian cotton. Helped me get through my Menopausal night sweats....

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

AnikaBrodie — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 13:09:37 GMT

I have a few sets of microfiber sheets and use them mostly in the summer months. To me they are cool, not hot, and provide just a nice amount of coverage on a summer night if it gets cooler through the night. I also love percale cotton sheets and use them intermittently with microfiber ones.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

Meowingkitty — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 14:00:40 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
I've had several sets of them but didn't like them. The fabric is cheap and so was the way they were made. I couldn't keep the fitted sheet on the bed. After one washing the elastic was shot.

I found the fabric to be light but it had a clammy feeling to it and didn't seem to breathe. I like some microfiber products but sheets aren't one of them.

Why are they so popular? They're cheap.

I also had a couple of sets and having my own personal summers, I felt like I was sleeping in a Baggie. Hot, sticky, clammy. Just down right icky.

Re: Why are microfiber sheets so popular?

PeterDM — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 15:09:30 GMT

Sorry for the dumb question, but is microfiber the same as the microfleece malden mills type sheets?

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Nightowlz — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 15:23:45 GMT

@PeterDM wrote:
Sorry for the dumb question, but is microfiber the same as the microfleece malden mills type sheets?

Yes. They are both made from polyester.