How long did it take for smell to go away? I bought these somewhere else but yea, they reek. Weeks? Months? Years?
1473449
hi,After a few months, the rubber smell diminishes, but does not go away completely. I have a full set i got 8 years ago and up close, the rubber smell is still noticeable.Gene
1473450
It sounds like wherever you got them from, they were stored improperly and we exposed to something. Mine came from Amazon and they do not have any significant smell. The way to get the smell gone (or reduced) is to use a mild cleaner with 1-2% of Murphy's Oil or Pinesol and warm water and a cloth. Rub them down and let them sit outside in direct sunlight...hope that helps.
456183
although I read on some of the reviews that they did have an odor, I personally did not experience this. Mine smelled just fine. In fact, I bought these to replace some that I had washed and caused to develop an odor.
1982220
You have my sympathies. The odor last from three days to about week. I put mine in the dryer on fluff for a few minutes. It helps but only thing to do is suffer and wait. I wouldn't try wasting it because they are so heavy it would take longer than a week to dry.
435525
As far as I can tell, from researching around for an hour or so, these just came out relatively recently, with most people seeming to get it early February, at least people who have reviewed the product. The smell honestly isn't horrible, and when you're wearing them you can't notice the smell at all. I've had it for about a week, so I can't say with confidence that it will go away. It's definitely not enough of a problem that it should keep you away from these though
1372609
you should sandpaper them every time you don't smell the cedar scent anymore. they should last 2 or 3 seasons at least
1475659
Mine didn't have an odor of any kind. If the odor continues I would recommend you send them back for an exchange or refund.
258174
Any suggestions on how someone who lives in a Manhattan apartment can get rid of the smell - whatever is causing it. I can't exactly put them outside on the street to air out. Other than the smell, they are a good size and fine for my needs so if I can get rid of the smell, it would be great.
88168
If memory serves, it took about a week for the odor from my Brentwood mattress to disappear. My other half has a very sensitive nose and has no problems with the mattress.
841597
Yes, just let them sit outside for a few days, I use them in the winter, don't have a problem with the smell at all.
1068073
I washed before I used and did not notice any unusual smell. Also after reading your question, I went and smell them. I still did not notice anything.
559304
I had no noticeable lasting odor from my pillows. I didn't use them for about a week after I received them, but once I started using them, they were fine
1227048
what i did was leave them out in the open and open a window. the smell wasn't so bad with the window open, and after a week or two the smell was mostly gone.
1114128
Yes. the smell went away rather quickly. I can't remember exactly how long it was, but it could not have been too long. I absolutely hate bad smells in my house, and I would definitely have noticed if the smell stuck around for too long. hth.
623582
They should last 6 months continuous use. They are carbon so all they are removing is odor. If you are a smoker then probably not as long, depending on your habit. I have pets and there is no problem with pet odors in the house anymore.
14432
Mine (I bought 2) did "smell new". But the odor went away in a day or so. . .
841596
I left them outside for 2 weeks, washed them a dozen times, the smell NEVER goes away even 6 months later! Very disappointment, would never use this supplier again.
2160366
About 3 weeks. I smell them everytime I change the water. It is obvious when the smell changes, change the filter.