For any person who has owned this blacket for some time, do you notice any issue with pilling/shedding (like many other electric blankets do )?
41172
I've seen no shedding or pulling and I've owned a few for about 3 years now.
41173
I have not noticed any pilling/shedding thus far. We've had it over 2 mos. only.
41174
I have had no problems with any piling and shedding as of yet. We have used the blanket for about 2 months now. I have a sheet between us and the blanket and a light blanket on top. I do not regret buying it at this time.
41175
We've had it 6 months and it's been fantastic and still looks great. However, I believe it's only been through the wash once since we use a sheet between us and the blanket.
41176
No, it looks great after 2 months (more or less) on my bed. I haven't washed it yet but 5 cats love to play and paw it and it looks great. A real quality blanket.
41177
absolutely not. My sunbeam's all did, this has shown no sign of anything like that. It is just as soft and smooth as the day we put it on the bed. Hope this helps.
41178
Not yet. Good blanket, very pleased. Used with cover top so that wouldn't be a major issue for me anyway.
2121620
Bought mine Nov 2012, seems to be very durable. Washed very little couple of times no sign of pillowing don't believe fabric would. I have been very pleased with product. Dr. Mercola has some info on earthing now too might be worth looking into.
1582983
I haven't washed the blanket. We rarely use it it's more of a family heirloom
748948
I'm not sure about anti-pilling (not sure what that means), but it was fine when I put it in the washer. I try to not dry my blankets as I feel like not doing so helps them stay soft, but I is put it in the dryer on the no heat setting and it was fine. I'm not sure my answer helps, but I hope it at least answered something.
38532
I purchased the blanket 6 months ago and used it since and not washed it yet. There is a chemical smell when you first open the package but it disappears in about 2 days if you just air-out the blanket. I have sheets below the blanket and a comforter over the blanket, so it doesn't get dirty. I've found that these type of blankets last longest if you don't wash them too often. I wash mine 2x a year but I don't have kids, dogs, no smoking, no eating in bed, etc., so things stay pretty clean. Hope that helps!
71995
I haven't seen any pilling. I had a set of these sheets for our old bed and liked them so much I ordered two more sets when we got our new bed. I can't imagine what's different between my sheets and those that reported how awful they were, but I love them!
1757654
I live in the South and do not turn my blanket on every night. I have had this blanket for about a year and still love it with no complaints. It really feels so nice to get into a warm bed at night and keeps my feet so toasty. Really love my electric blanket!
1746166
I've had mine for a couple months now. Sharing my bed are myself, my husband, and our toddler. (Don't judge me.) We all roll around quite a bit in our sleep, and I wash it about once a week, and have not yet noticed any tears, rips, loose threads, or pulled places. For as cheap as it is, it's holding up remarkably well.
1691907
I use this pad for my Grandmother, I have to wash it daily or at least every other day. I haven't had any issues with it pilling. It's nice and large. This product is well worth the price, at least in my opinion.
1407683
I've had mine since December and haven't had any issues. It seems pretty durable for me. It doesn't get sticky when it's warm, that's the beauty of fake leather! I say it's a pretty good deal! I've had two friends stay the night and use it as a bed so it's been put to good use!
433192
I have not had too much of a tangling problem. I have noticed the last couple of times that it tangled a little bit. I had to untwist it and lay it out straight before I could roll it back up and pit it away. The last time I used it I layed it out flat again and stayed with it for a few minutes to make sure it was feeding out ok and not twisting at its longest run. good luck with it. Hope this helps.
2152500
We've washed it several times, and have had no issues. But that said, with any comforter you run the risk of the filling going into the pockets / ends when you wash it. We use gentle cycle, cold, and try not to wash it with anything else.
541496
Oh, really?! Mine isn't scratchy to me at all. I mean, it IS faux. It's not going to be anywhere near the kind of softness of real mink. This is really subjective, of course, but on a scale of 1-10 of softness, hmmm, I guess maybe I would give it a 7 or thereabouts. It's so hard to rate. As far as shedding, I've had absolutely no shedding. I think I read a review or two of people who had ordered this item before I did and they said there was some shedding. I just didn't experience any of that. I've had mine now for over a year I think and it's like brand new, no shedding and I just adore it. Hope that helps. :) Oh, really?! Mine isn't scratchy to me at all. I mean, it IS faux. It's not going to be anywhere near the kind of softness of real mink. This is really subjective, of course, but on a scale of 1-10 of softness, hmmm, I guess maybe I would give it a 7 or thereabouts. It's so hard to rate. As far as shedding, I've had absolutely no shedding. I think I read a review or two of people who had ordered this item before I did and they said there was some shedding. I just didn't experience any of that. I've had mine now for over a year I think and it's like brand new, no shedding and I just adore... » Read More Oh, really?! Mine isn't scratchy to me at all. I mean, it IS faux. It's not going to be anywhere near the kind of softness of real mink. This is really subjective, of course, but on a scale of 1-10 of softness, hmmm, I guess maybe I would give it a 7 or thereabouts. It's so hard to rate. As far as shedding, I've had absolutely no shedding. I think I read a review or two of people who had ordered this item before I did and they said there was some shedding. I just didn't experience any of that. I've had mine now for over a year I think and it's like brand new, no shedding and I just adore it. Hope that helps. :) « Show Less
1130921
I would compare it to a very soft fleece. It washes well and remains just as soft without 'pilling'.
1876227
Honestly, it's not great. I washed it when I first got it, as you'd normally do with any new bedding etc. and it pilled immediately. I've only washed it that one time and the pilling has definitely gotten worse. Meh.
324936
It's on a guest bed & has been washed only twice. No problems. It doesn't feel like material that would pill. The thread count translates to smoothness. It's sophisticated looking & feels wonderful. I wash it on a delicate cycle and dry until just Most wrinkles have come out easily.
1069977
I agree with Dom. I have not had a problem even though I had a lot of shedding to do before a long distance move. Since that busy time period, I have only needed to shed small amounts at a time. It has never gotten hot for me either. Great machine, very reliable.