How long should a quality linen sheet set last?

Specialist communities like r/BuyItForLife report well-treated 100% linen sheets lasting 5–10+ years, with the fitted sheet typically wearing out first due to mattress friction. However, multiple Reddit threads flag specific durability failures, including reports of Sijo sheets disintegrating in months and LBRO2M and Brooklinen fitted sheets tearing within a year. Buy from a brand with a clear return or replacement policy, and wash gently.