Is there now a problem with Vellux blankets having an unremovable chemical smell? Our old one never had that.
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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.
12847
I am not sure. I ended up throwing the blanket away. It was stiff and not very comfortable. It wasn't what I expected.
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We wiped everything out prior to the initial use and I never noticed any chemical smell. Maybe something is wrong with your init.
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No, ours didn't have any smell to them. My mother in law would notice that kind of thing too. Maybe you got a wrong batch? :o( That's terrible though.
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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.
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No Linda it did not smell like moth balls or have any other strange odors. I have been using the blanket often and all I can say is so far so good.I hope this helps you.
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I have ordered 2 of these blankets at different times, from 2 different sellers.....the most recent was a couple weeks ago. They appear to be the same, with the exception of the "Italian Officers Blanket" stripes are narrower than on the other. Both are sold as "100% wool", both have a strong mothball smell, although the "Officers Blanket" odor was almost nauseating until I had it dry cleaned. Both are more of an olive drab color than a "rich brown", and I paid about the same price for both. ($3 difference) The "Officer's Blanket" I purchased in Nov '13 impressed me so much during the cold winter, I purchased another in June '14. I have ordered 2 of these blankets at different times, from 2 different sellers.....the most recent was a couple weeks ago. They appear to be the same, with the exception of the "Italian Officers Blanket" stripes are narrower than on the other. Both are sold as "100% wool", both have a strong mothball smell, although the "Officers Blanket" odor was almost nauseating until I had it dry cleaned. Both are more of an olive drab color than a "rich brown", and I paid about the same price for both. ($3 difference) The "Officer's Blanket" I... » Read More I have ordered 2 of these blankets at different times, from 2 different sellers.....the most recent was a couple weeks ago. They appear to be the same, with the exception of the "Italian Officers Blanket" stripes are narrower than on the other. Both are sold as "100% wool", both have a strong mothball smell, although the "Officers Blanket" odor was almost nauseating until I had it dry cleaned. Both are more of an olive drab color than a "rich brown", and I paid about the same price for both. ($3 difference) The "Officer's Blanket" I purchased in Nov '13 impressed me so much during the cold winter, I purchased another in June '14. « Show Less
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Not that I am aware of. I have been using this item for years with no problems. Maybe the smell is from the plastic.
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My mattress pad never smelled at all! I am sorry that yours does. I am guessing you have washed it and the smell is still there?! I would tell Amazon about it and get them to replace it with another one. NO reason at all for the smell to linger......
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I just received a full mattress and other than a non-offensive and subtle "new" smell while unpacking it did not have any of the unpleasant odor that people have described. Mine came with a cover zippered on it, and I wonder if that might have perhaps reduced any chemical scent?
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Mine never smelled so I suspect yours.may have been accidentally exposed to something. I should tell you that I am very sensitive to smells, especially of chemical origin. I would return it.
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Mine has no smell now for sure and did not notice any when it came in... But I always wash new stuff anyway....
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Ours didn't have that odor to it at all. But I would try some kinda heavy detergent. Hope this helps
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I didn't notice any odor from mine, nor from the one the same I got for my daughter (I helped her put a duvet cover on it). We love ours, - the best duvet I ever owned. It just molds to your body in such a lovely way. Hope you get to enjoy yours. I wouldn't wash it. Hang it out in the shade, outside for awhile.
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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.
232606
I never had this issue.... It has literally been the best blanket we have ever purchased!! I only by aden and anais products now, they are our favorite and our childrens favorite!!
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That problem hasn't occurred yet. I am stuck with this blanket for the rest of the winter and have nothing good to say about it. It isn't something you can't cuddle with as it's stiff, material resembles felt and and tends to tear. If my cats walk on it it tearsNo auto shut off. Irregular heating on chosen temp. I hate it!! I will be sure to check reviews more carefully.
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I would exchange it, mine had a slight "new" smell to it but after being out for a couple days, the smell was gone. It never smelled like chemicals, perhaps something got spilled on yours?