Some reviews state that the stool has a strong odor. Have you found it to be offensive? Does it go away? Any advice for eliminating or minimizing it?
88620
I did not detect an odor and my mom uses it every day. It comes with a tall handle that she uses to get into bed.
88621
Hi! I'm not exactly sure how to help as we've never received any complaints of the foot stool smelling. I suppose if there was a smell, placing the stool outside for a day or so to air it out would not be a bad idea. Although, again we've never heard of it having a smell before.
88622
No, my sister, who uses it, has not detected any type of odor from the stool. She loves it.
88623
The odor is likely from the adhesive used to secure the ribbed mat covering the top surface. As with most adhesives, there is an 'out-gassing' that occurs. Mine had little to no odor; it may have gone through the out-gassing process while ware-housed. A relatively 'fresh,' newly constructed/cemented stool may have that odor; yes, the odor should dissipate. The odor should not dissuade your decision to purchase this very high quality stool. If it does have an odor, place it outside in the sun for a few days to speed the out-gassing process.
821174
We had no odor with ours. I just wiped it down with Lysol wipes, just to please my "clean freak" persona!
1543193
No strong odor was noticed. When I first opened it, there was a little smell, but it went away quickly. I opened the mattress in the afternoon and slept on it that night, and I couldn't smell it at all.
59737
It does have a bit of a rubber odor when you first take it out of the box. I used mine without washing it first, and the odor was gone after the first use. However, I'm sure if you washed it first that would probably take care of the smell as well.
280847
Put it in the dryer on low for an hour with a dryer sheet, or wet a washcloth with fabric softener. It may take a few cycles but it will go away. I have had mine for three days now and no odor at all.
1565954
Mine did the opposite, it actually had an odor of it's own like REALLY REALLY REALLY bad body odor. Cleaning it as per the instructions did nothing to help, but leaving it on for a week seems to have eliminated the odor it was spreading throughout the house :S
293482
Just double checked this, there is a slight odor. Your impression will vary depending on your sensitivity to such things. Honestly I never notice it. As compared to the seating pad on my desk chair which has a clear noticeable smell which I can't for it to fade lol.
445534
Ours didn't have that odor to it at all. But I would try some kinda heavy detergent. Hope this helps
1449881
Mine had quite a bit of an odor. I'm still in the process of airing it out. Hopefully that will take care of it.
1758175
HiAlmost all plastics will off-gas creating a smell when new however I do not recall any strong odor coming from this product. If you are super sensitive and find the smell objectionable, wipe it down with a 50/50 solution of vinegar/water and wipe dry. Keeping it away from heat and out of direct sunlight will also help to minimize any smell. In my opinion, smell will not be a problem with this product.
364315
I have not had any personal experience with stool eating issue and this product. Been using it a long time and do not have a stool eating problem, maybe that is the reason why. Although upon initial use and a inquiry with the company, about 20 years ago, they did claim that it can help with stool eating issues, as well as many other problems. They did not guarantee this, although you may want to call the company direct and see what they have to say about now.
1757144
There was a slight odor. It really didnt bother me. Perhaps time or maybe set outside in the fresh air. Good Luck!
1336283
I did not have that experience. Yes there is a slight smell but it isn't strong and it went away quickly. I have a high sensitivity to that stuff and so does my husband. I love the chairs.
14435
I bought mine years ago but do not recall any offensive odor, my cat was interested in it before I even put it together. Perhaps contacting the manufacturer and asking if they might know what the cause of the odor is would help.
2198830
Have this crate for 3 months, and have not had any problems with bad odors. I wash it out once a week and wash the blanket and crate bed every 3rd day, its the bedding and old food or feces/urine that causes odors. Love this crate since I can just spray it down good with 409 or Lysol multi purpose spray and rinse. Let dry a while or towel dry and ready to go again.
444204
I don't recall it having a strong odor. If it had a smell at all it was very minimal. I'll check again this evening when I'm home and reply back for certain.
1157982
I use a small panty-liner pad in it. You may as well. I have only occasionally had an odor. When I do, I use white vinegar on it to kill any residual orders. Hope this helps in some way.....