Which is better for a thick mattress?

The Eddie Bauer Tree Farm. Its deep pockets fit mattresses up to 18 inches; the Sweet Home set tops out at 16 inches.

Is the Sweet Home 1500 thread count real?

No. It is a microfiber flannel count, not a cotton thread count, so it does not compare to the Eddie Bauer's 300 cotton count.

Both are brushed for softness. The Eddie Bauer is cotton flannel with a peached finish; the Sweet Home is microfiber flannel, which feels smoother and less fuzzy.

Cotton flannel like the Eddie Bauer generally holds up better over many washes. Microfiber can pill and lose loft sooner.

Does the Eddie Bauer shrink?

It is preshrunk, so it should keep its size. The Sweet Home set is not preshrunk, so wash cold and expect some shrinkage.

Is the Eddie Bauer worth the extra cost?

Yes if you want cotton flannel and an 18-inch fit. If you want wrinkle-free bedding at the lowest price, the Sweet Home set is enough.

Sweet Home Collection Flannel Sheet Set vs Eddie Bauer Tree Farm Flannel Sheet Set

Buy the Eddie Bauer Tree Farm if you want real cotton flannel that fits a thick mattress and holds its size after washing. Buy the Sweet Home Collection if you want the lowest price and a wrinkle-free, microfiber-flannel feel. The Eddie Bauer set costs more at most stores; the Sweet Home set is the budget pick.

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