I finally used these sheets and wash them first, I love the fabric. They are a firm type of cotton but soft. They don't wringle a lot on the bed. My bed is king size with a pillow top mattress and the bottom sheet is loose on the mattress because it has deep pockets. If this is not a problem for anyone this is a really nice set of sheets. I bought them in ivory and will be buying them in sage so I will have 2 colors to match my winter comforter.