I am wondering what purchasers think about the off-gassing of this product. Is it stinky when you first get it (like vinyl)? Anyone input?
890646
Yes, it smells like rubber. Over time use rubber smell fade away.It needs to breath.Primo representative were good and accommodating.
890647
Yes, it smells like rubber. Over time use rubber smell fade away. It needs to breath. Primo representative were good and accommodating.
553383
I never used mine because the rubber compound in the cover releases an overwhelming toxic smell! It's still in my garage airing out ! Maybe in a few months it will de-gas
2112290
It did stink at first because of the way it was packed. It was vacuum sealed once aired out it was fine, still sleeping good :) with less back pain.
802513
Just got mine and it smells very bad I hope the chemical vocs out gas fast I want tho use it!!
88170
I never,never ,never, ever had any issue with the off gassing. Not once did we smell any type of odor at all. That was one of the first things I mentioned in my review. I don't know about anyone else, but our bed was sound. Until this day this mattress has held up fresh as the day we got it.
797883
It has been over a year since we got ours. I'm not positive, but I vaguely recall that the vinyl/rubber sleeve may have had an odor (as some vinyls do). If so, it was nothing that putting outside to air didn't take care of, and not having it on the railing during the 'air out' period wasn't a problem as my mom has all her mental faculties. All in all, I would recommend buying this particularly if it is for a more or less temporary need (recovering from surgery). If it is permanent, you might/might not want to buy a fancier one. This is compact and packable for easy travel, if need be.
2174759
Ours did not have an unpleasant odor when we received it. Smelt like the typical plastic, rubber item. Maybe to speed up the process of getting rid of the smell let it soak in a strong fragrant soap? Hope this helps you out.
2268562
I've never experienced that before! :-o That sounds disgusting! I've ordered it online and bought it from Traders here in CO and fortunately did not have that experience! So sorry, AG!!
380479
I noticed the smell upon opening mine too. The smell seemed to come from all the little desiccant packs. Throw them away and double check because theirs a lot of them in all the pockets. And after I took all of them out. I just left the pack open on my hot and humid porch. Even if you did nothing. I would assume the smell would eventually fade over time, Till then just try storing it away from you till the smell dies down some.
529994
If I remember correctly, there was a pungent aroma at first. However, over the last couple months it has faded down to near nothing (I just gave it a sniff now before writing this). I suppose if it's really bugging you, leave it outside in the sun for an hour or so (anything longer and it might start cracking due to its fake nature) to let any coatings or chemicals off-gas.
1123282
Agreed. Am thinking it is fake product. The paper sealing strip was not on this jar. Am planning to file complaint against seller.Update: Contacted Waxelene. They had a "wonky" batch from some beeswax that they got a lot of customer feedback about the pale color and "off/smokey" odor. They are amazing people with great product.
1361403
It's been a while since I received my bag but I don't recall anything offensive. If anything, there might have been a "new" product smell, but if there was, it quickly dissipated. I think if you aired it out, you will find whatever smell will go away and the product is very worthwhile. You'll be happy with it!
742015
Mine has a little bit of a funny smell but it is normal, not off putting it is also very light in color. If you feel yours is truly bad then I would call the company you received it from. Did you purchase from the same company? It may vary from company to company. I'm just a customer. Its my first time using it so I am not a expert in this field.
51693
Hmm, I just went over and sniffed our set and I don't smell anything in particular. I think we've had this since July, so perhaps it's off-gassed since then but I really don't remember the set having a toxic smell when we opened it and started playing with it.
151662
I just received mine and I also have this burning plastic smell. I thought it might be because it is new. Has it gone away for anyone who has this odor coming from their Bunn as well?
71965
I always use thus and it should be very light with little to no smell. I would return it if I were you. Do you mind telling us which Seller you bought this from? I just bought a new one myself and it's fine. Just wanna make sure I stay away from whoever you bought from. :-)
2208520
I've had no issues with the odor. I barely notice the "plastic smell" most people comment on. I have a friend who also uses one and his does not smell either. I took mine apart and put it through the dishwasher before ever using it. Now, I wash it off with rubbing alcohol between uses, and as I said, I never smell the plastic. I hope that helps... Good luck.