Hello, no worries - all bedlinen is different, using different cotton and different manufacturing processes. Our bedlinen is made from 100% Pima cotton (sateen) and made by our bedlinen supplier - established in 1834. They have unrivalled sourcing and technical expertise in the textiles sector. We offer a 100-day no quibble guarantee, so if you are not satisfied you can return your purchase free of charge. Kind regards, Kirsten