Does the blanket need to be washed to remove the smell.
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There's no smell other than the regular factory smell found in most new items, including clothing, beddings, etc.. One wash and it will come out freshedly smelled with whatever the laundry detergent or softener fragrants you use. Not sure what all those bad comments about this blanket (including the "smell") are about, but there're none for the two blankets I bought (bought the 2nd one since the 1st one is so good...nice and soft). Also recommend you wash it the first time before use, since like clothing, it appears stiff when brand new, but becomes really nice and soft after the wash (regular machine wash, regular dry). It's perfectly fine to wash and dry this blanket. I had no problems with it. There's no smell other than the regular factory smell found in most new items, including clothing, beddings, etc.. One wash and it will come out freshedly smelled with whatever the laundry detergent or softener fragrants you use. Not sure what all those bad comments about this blanket (including the "smell") are about, but there're none for the two blankets I bought (bought the 2nd one since the 1st one is so good...nice and soft). Also recommend you wash it the first time before use, since like clothing, it appears stiff when brand new, but becomes really nice and soft after the... » Read More There's no smell other than the regular factory smell found in most new items, including clothing, beddings, etc.. One wash and it will come out freshedly smelled with whatever the laundry detergent or softener fragrants you use. Not sure what all those bad comments about this blanket (including the "smell") are about, but there're none for the two blankets I bought (bought the 2nd one since the 1st one is so good...nice and soft). Also recommend you wash it the first time before use, since like clothing, it appears stiff when brand new, but becomes really nice and soft after the wash (regular machine wash, regular dry). It's perfectly fine to wash and dry this blanket. I had no problems with it. « Show Less
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I purchased the blanket 6 months ago and used it since and not washed it yet. There is a chemical smell when you first open the package but it disappears in about 2 days if you just air-out the blanket. I have sheets below the blanket and a comforter over the blanket, so it doesn't get dirty. I've found that these type of blankets last longest if you don't wash them too often. I wash mine 2x a year but I don't have kids, dogs, no smoking, no eating in bed, etc., so things stay pretty clean. Hope that helps!
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I have not washed any blankets with it, but I think it would be great. I love the light cedar smell that it leaves behind.
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Initially, the foam does have a smell. We aired it out for about 2 weeks and then it was ok. We are sensitive to smells. You might want to wash the cover to speed up the process. Any foam in a plastic will have a smell and we were aware of it since it is not the first foam topper or mattress we bought.
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This is my first wool blanket. It doesn't bother me at all. The smell will need to be addressed. I hand washed and hung outside for 2 days. Smell is gone.
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Hey there , I can only speak for myself and no it does not. I never washed mine before using it there was no smell at all. I've had mine for about over 2-3months now no smell has ever occurred. Hope this helps ! Good luck :)
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Yes, the cord can be disconnected from bottom so blanket can be washed. Directions say machine wash, although I haven't yet washed mine.
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I think there are washing instructions but I think washing mine is what messed it up. The cotton is all separated and the white has came apart from the blue. I've had this blanket for approximately 6 months.
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I just use a damp cloth to wipe my infarredsauna blanket with and it seems to work fine ,There is no odor that lingers ..I hope this is helpful .....Arlyne
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I have never noticed a smell in ours. We did wash it though. Perhaps that made the difference.
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I have never washed it before use as it is sanitized. After washing there will be a slight change in the feel/smell, but I thought it was only negligible. Now after 100s of washings it is still a favorite!
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Hi Jim, upon using for the very first time there is a slight smell, however with that said, after that and once washed.. it has not been an issue at all. Enjoy it I love it!
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Ours didn't, but the directions said to wash before first use and I did, maybe that cleaned any chemical smell that might have been there.
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I did not have a problem with smell from the Westpoint blankets. However, they were very THIN. I have not received my Martex blanket. Hope that is not the case.
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i have not yet cleaned it only aired it out. I intend to wash it in a gentle warm wash in the washing machine when it needs it.
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Undoubtedly. Just make sure that the blankets are freshly laundered and fully dry before packing away. A fabric softner sheet or a sliver of soap (motel treasures) will keep the blankets smelling good.
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I haven't washed it yet but it look sewed on . Also , it smelled really great at first. But after about 5 uses , it smells really bad from microwave . It smells like burned popcorn and my kids have to leave the room . You may want toLook into a different one, especially after the cost of it . Good Luck '
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No, it doesn't. I washed it with soap and water before using it, and it has no smell at all. I don't recall that it had a strong smell even before I washed it.