Does the latex/chemical smell air out easily? How long does it take?
589031
The smell was too over powering for me to give it any length of time to go away. I returned the pillow.
589032
No it doesn't air out easily. I put it outside for a few days (whether pending) but it didn't help all that much. I bought an insulated pillow protector and it helps quite a bit. But I won't be buying another one of these pillows soon.
589033
My husband and I are extremely sensitive to smells and neither of us had an issue with this product. If you want to play it safe I would suggest taking it out of the plastic bag and air it for a couple of days.
843353
I did not have any problems with a chemical odor at all. I give this product highest ratings. I really liked that it came mostly assembled.
1060880
After removing the packaging, it needs to be aired out for a day or two. After that, I found no offensive odor at all.
1510302
It kind of smells like chemicals to me. It's a mild smell, almost like the whiff you get when you open a plastic toy container for the first time. It's not that off-putting to me, as the scent dissipates pretty rapidly after application.
775589
I don't know if it is latex. It is rubber, though. It does not have a scent to it. Hope this helps!
1737443
I would recommend no sooner than an hour ! even after that, there is a slight residual ozone odor, but if you can open windows and doors, it will be totally gone sooner.
2202543
I don't recall there being any smell and I have a problem with chemical odor. Although I don't use it often, this has been a useful spare bed for me. In my experience, none of these inflatable options can survive constant use.
863957
It's no big deal. It only has a little smell from being sealed in plastic. Once you air it out, it's perfect.
925197
Not sure what bad smell others are talking about, I have not had that experience. Both my pillows are fine, and have no smell, however, when I want an oder out of something I put it in a garbage bag with a bunch of baking soda poured in it and leave it for 3 days, then check it. If I wash something I use vinegar to take smells out. And, yes I've washed down before, the trick is getting it dry. I hang it on the line all day, and it must be a fairly hot day or it won't dry.
37091
Yes, when opening there was a chemical odor. I let it sit out for a few days (7 days) and it was gone. Never smelled again.
717966
I couldn't tell you because it never went on the bed. It never lost the strong chemical smell. We bought a pure latex topper instead, and my very large husband does not sweat on this and he feels the cushioning.
7166
I have a lot of experience with different types of plastics and found the only way to get rid of the smell is to air it out. Depending on the type of chemicals used in making it, how much air circulation you have around it, and how sensitive your nose is, it can take a few days to a couple of weeks. There's no way to know. It's the chemicals that make it pliable (soft) that cause this problem. Some people are more sensitive to these types of smells which would make it appear as if there's more of an odor for some than for others. Also, heat may make it worse. Cool dry air, circulating around it, is best. Be careful where you leave it. Make sure it's not an enclosed area - there must be a window open for air circulation until the smell dissipates. And if you have allergies you'll want to keep it in a room you don't go in often.
432633
There was the initial packing smell that dissipated within a couple hours. We have a small bathroom and didn't notice any odors from the mat after it was properly aired out.
1908481
After airing it out for 48 hours as recommended. It still had quite the strong smell. So one weekend when I was away. I stripped away my bed ppened the bedroom window and aired out over the weekend. Now the odor is considerably less still there but cry mild and much less annoying.
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.
2169151
The pillow smells new and has the foam odor, but anything you buy made of this material will smell. I unzipped the cover, just opened it a bit, let it air for little over 24 hrs. I then used it, but the smell lingers slightly for a few days to be honest. I simply repeated the process when not sleeping for those few days then the pillow was fine. It is well worth the little time needed to air it out. Wonderful sleeping companion!
1450586
When I used this, I went room by room, made sure the window was open first. I just held my breath, sprayed the room, and shut the door. When I did the main part of the house, I did it right before we left for the dog park, so we were not there inhaling fumes. I would hold my breath, spray as much as I could, walk away from the area to breathe. The floors were dry after about a half hour, but there was still a slight smell. I think it took about 4 hours for the smell to dissipate as well.