Do these absorb or give off any odd flavors, or pick up that 'soapy' flavor from washing?
835625
"No" on all concerns. I've been using mine regularly for at least a couple years, and no such concerns. Still works like new.
835626
I have only used for making pancakes and eggs; I didn't notice any flavors being absorbed or odd flavors. It is a HUGE spatula, though. Much bigger than I thought it would be. It's great for making pancakes.
1665159
I haven't tried washing mine yet because I've only used them to pick up lids and handles so far. I have not felt heat through them, but steam gets through readily.
1737447
I find silicone always seems to keep a bit of scent, but there is no transfer to food taste. If I sniff closely, yes I can identify but if I'm just handling to fill and freeze,no. I have not noticed any change in food taste with these, either.
1401240
They do have a scent. It is not very strong but noticeable when used. I use a drying cloth after a wipe and the scent is diminished but not entirely absent.
1914919
Not in my experience so far... I really like them and I hand wash them with hot water and Dawn dishwashing liquid. I really like them
544332
I had the same problem. Time and running them through the dishwasher over and over again got the taste (and smell) out. I hope it wasn't something too toxic. Makes me wonder what they make these with ...
1737453
no, after washing them initially with warm, soapy water, they have no odor. great product!
1737449
No. Also, they are easy to wash. I give them a quick rinse and put them in the dishwaher.
1488043
I rinse & air dry inbetween meals then wash mine in the washer at the end of the day & they are like new after the washer, no odors
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.
95724
I haven't gotten there yet! Have you asked wellnessmama? I'll bet she's done it...honestly, I'm not sure I'd wash them the first time through...will probably just pour some new over the old. But I keep them in the fridge before I use them, so they are less likely to get rancid. But if I were to clean them, I think hot (not boiling) water would be key.
27539
Yes, wash with soapy water and dry! They are great! Used them at Christmas made 8 doz cookies! So fast and easy!
1407803
I shake and vacuumed them, that worked fine. Have not tried washing but I think it would work too.
1002424
Not at all Aryeh. I washed it with hot/warm soapy water an let it drain prior to the first use, and I did not notice any weird taste.
1701701
mine has no smell to them. I throw them in the wash with my whites and they come out nice and clean. I think I may have bought the wrong kind though. The last ones I had had a foam backing to them and these don't. If anyone knows which ones i'm talking about please let me know so I can buy the right ones.
1526124
Hey Laura! I think this is normal if you wash them in the dishwasher, but if you wash them by hand it won't happen!
537946
I never rinse them or soak them; use them full strenght, but only use a Tbsp or 2 depending on your taste. Chop them on a cutting board. Never add extra salt as they have plenty. I use them mostly in stir fry. Be sure to check your recipe. I use them with pork & chicken; but there are endless opportunities. Everything is to taste.