What is the SUPER strong smell on the hulls? Is it a chemical fumigant of some kind? We are afraid to use the pillow in case it is toxic.
1065877
the odor might come from the plastic bag,you can air it for a while ,it will go away.
1065878
I do not detect the odor that you are smelling with my pillow. I have used buckwheat pillows for many years now and never had any problems as such. This pillow has been superior to any I have had before so I don't know what to tell you. Have you contacted the company that makes it? Maybe they can help? Sorry I can't be if more help. Good luck.
698847
I haven't had it long enough to need to replace the hulls. Set up? It's a bunch of stuff inside of a case. I don't know what you mean. From reading the brochure that came with the pillow I think they recommend re-filling the husks once per year.
637714
I returned and refunded it. It's toxic. Why poison the kid? I did air it out and even washed it but it made no difference. Get rid of it!
1543192
I've used my bed many times in travel, and I've never noticed a strong smell. It may have one somewhat when you're first opening and using it. I don't think it could be anything interfering with your sleep. "DON'T WORRY ABOUT THAT JUST, GO TO SLEEP. It is really a good sleep and you can't hear the motor running/refilling, at any time during the night. RADA
2151229
i could not use this pillow it felt as hard as a rock to me and was very unfortabvle on my neck. If just the odor is bothering ma6ybe you could use one of those sprays that eliminate4s ordor.
1478559
It did have a weird chemical smell when i first used them. I slipped a few dryer sheets in the pillow case and then set them out on my back porch for a few hours. Seemed to fix the problem for me.
560622
I did not experience a chemical smell! :-) By the way, I absolutely LOVE this pillow! I bought one for both my adult kids!
1444135
Yes, really strong smell from the styrofoam. Going to sit it outside to see if that helps.
906943
We ordered this also, and it came with a terrible chemical smell. Leaving outside all day didn't help dissipate the odor. It's coming from the 'leather' or faux leather at the end of the scope. Can't seem to get any answer from the seller. Beware! I asked my d-i-l to put it away until we know. (purchased as a prop for a young 'pirate'.)
1123038
Yes, it has a very strong odor from the PVC, which is actually toxic [I'm amazed that so few people realize this, based on the comments people have shared]. It was so strong that I had to take the curtain down and put in my garage. It's been there for 24 hours now. Still strong. Will wait another day or so, then if the strong PVC plastic smell doesn't go away, I may have to return it. Apparently, some people don't realize that these smells are from gases being cast off from the plastic, and you breathe them in. Not good. Can't wait for the day when this the use of these chemicals is banned. Nice thick shower liner, but not sure I want to risk my health or that of my pets. Yes, it has a very strong odor from the PVC, which is actually toxic [I'm amazed that so few people realize this, based on the comments people have shared]. It was so strong that I had to take the curtain down and put in my garage. It's been there for 24 hours now. Still strong. Will wait another day or so, then if the strong PVC plastic smell doesn't go away, I may have to return it. Apparently, some people don't realize that these smells are from gases being cast off from the plastic, and you breathe them in. Not good. Can't wait for the day when this the use of these chemicals is banned.... » Read More Yes, it has a very strong odor from the PVC, which is actually toxic [I'm amazed that so few people realize this, based on the comments people have shared]. It was so strong that I had to take the curtain down and put in my garage. It's been there for 24 hours now. Still strong. Will wait another day or so, then if the strong PVC plastic smell doesn't go away, I may have to return it. Apparently, some people don't realize that these smells are from gases being cast off from the plastic, and you breathe them in. Not good. Can't wait for the day when this the use of these chemicals is banned. Nice thick shower liner, but not sure I want to risk my health or that of my pets. « Show Less
929565
The original pillow I got was only hulls. I guess some people felt it wasn't soft enough (frankly I didn't mind it at all - as I have used a buckwheat pillow before). I just recently received a bag of foam to incorporate with the hulls to make the pillow softer. I didn't notice any "ingredient" information on the package. I haven't done actually mixed my foam yet. This said, I'd bet you could request only hulls.
1842886
Nope, no smell. I'm very sensitive to that sort of thing and have had no problems. I love, love, love the pillow.
680882
Mine didn't really have a strong odor to it, but it did smell of plastic , but have no fear that goes away pretty quick, it's most likely from the heat of shipping containers and such, after one use mine was good to go, I have four of em and they are all okay now, I hope this helps Vanessa. J.D. McQuaide "robocop"
402951
It was a while ago, but I am going to say no. I am very sensitive to these things and I would definitely remember a strong smell. There was a slight smell if I remember correctly, but I am pretty happy with it. I put it in a smaller pillow case that closes to maximize the firmness which lessens over time.
1638141
Very slight nondescript smell that vanished quickly .It could have been from the cover that came seperately. The smaller pillow we bought a year and a half earlier and others had no oder. You might want to question the US dept of Agriculture about what theyre using to fumigate the containers that these ship in.
560620
I did not notice a chemical smell. However, I did allow my pillow to air out for a few days before use.
912963
With my pillow there is no chemical odor; however, I wouldn't recommend this particular style pillow. I would stick with the traditional style pillow. This particular style is hard/stiff and not comfortable. I tried removing some of the hulls but that didn't help much either.