Does the blanket need to be washed to remove the smell.
38531
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
38532
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!
299637
No, it does not have an odor and it is one of the best purchases that I have ever made! I washed it when I got it and it is great!
1324636
I wouldn't wash it. If anything you should hand wash it. And nope, mine didn't smell!
1454675
I purchased this item a few months ago. It had no plastic smell. It is warm and cozy. Washed well and dried using a dryer ball to keep it fluffed. This is my second purchase of this item, gave brother first one.
748704
No, there is no odor. It is recommended that you wash it before you use it though. Mostly that is just because it is vacuum sealed so washing it will loosen the fibers and release any possible odors that are left over from the packaging process. I washed, dried, and put it on my mattress the day it came and have no issues.
972263
The comforter smelled a bit "sheepy" right out of the package, but I threw it into the dryer on fluff with a rag that had a few essential oil drops (lavender and cedar) and the smell went away. I occasionally do the same thing to freshen it up a bit. I did not notice a sheep smell after I did the fluff with essential oil. I've had the comforter for a year now and still love it. I never use dryer sheets though, they coat the fibers with chemicals.
435420
I love this blanket, so do my dogs. I brush the blanket lightly and wash it alone in the washer with soap and fabric softener. You also can use a dryer sheet instead of liquid softener.
972261
No, not at all. I have had the comforter approx 1 year and I love it. It is much less smelly than the down comforters I have bought and I am very sensitive to smell, ask my husband. We are now looking into buying a wool mattress topper and replacing another comforter with wool.
808096
Yes, it smells. I've tried washing it with soap and water, plus rinsing with listerine. It helped a little bit. I'm just hoping time will get rid of the smell.
1124970
I haven't had to clean mine yet, but based on the good construction of the moving blanket, I would say yes... The quality is pretty good so, personally I would not hesitate to put it in the washer -- provided you have a large capacity washer .... Hope this helps.
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.
640026
Tasha, I also cannot confirm if the blanket has been treated. I can say it is the best blanket I have ever had. It had no odor and was very soft and comfortable straight from the package. Sorry I couldn't be of more assistance.
749669
Not needed. Any scent goes away quickly. In fact barely noticed it at start with sheets on bed.
1661731
Yes..substitute X-O for your detergent, use full strength. All the ingredients are pure,,I have sprayed on my hands to eliminate odors. For really difficult, set in odors, someone suggested to add Cup of Oxiclean, along with X-O. For blankets that I used other detergents on and smell was set in, I washed two times and odor came out completely.
991966
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.
942916
Packaging states DRY CLEAN OR SPOT CLEAN WITH A DAMP CLOTH ONLY. We have not tried to do either as the blanket has only been used a few times.
1181963
I wouldn't wash it. There was a slight odor but if you set it up and let it air out for a couple of days, it does disapate.