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!
38657
I have only washed the blanket once since I bought it. There was some lint in the lint basket after I dried the blanket.
1825715
I washed the crate. Sprayed it with Nature's Miracle and then washed it again with Dawn and water. Rinsed it and the smell did go away. My dog loves the crate and sleeps in it at night. I have two and carry one in the car constantly. When I visit etc. I use it for my peace of mind. Lorraine
2190184
No. It is sewn together. The bottom pillow does come out. But I haven't tried to throw that in the wash. During particularly muddy or messy seasons, I'll put a small fleece blanket on top of the bed.
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.
528355
yes out of the package it does, I threw it in the washer then let it dry and the smell is gone. It really is very nice and worth the effort
1968212
I have never noticed a smell in ours. We did wash it though. Perhaps that made the difference.
38656
it didn't when i washed it. i washed it alone. when i dried it it filled the filter with "stuff" from the blanket.
2217243
No, not that I noticed. The product itself does not smell. And the warmed towels/clothes also so not smell. Hopefully other people's don't smell either!
531951
The sleeping blanket is washable. I do not place it in the dryer on high heat. I will dry it on low heat or dry it outdoors.
625303
I have not experienced any type of odor, plus the cover can be removed and washed periodically.
2133755
I just used the blanket for the first time on the beach and I didn't notice any smells from it.
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.
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.
729853
If there was, I didn't notice it. We use them for our rentals and I haven't noticed any odors from them since we bought them months ago. If there is an odor, you can just wash it before you use it.
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.
451744
I have not yet had to wash it. I do know that it should be washed without fabric softener.