is there a rubber odor? Does it go away?
512089
I don't remember ever having a rubber odor, but if it did have one at one time it was small and disappeared quickly
512090
I've never noticed an odor and I have a decent sniffer...Love the lil nubby feet too, so air can get under to dry mat....
512091
Hi, there was a very slight odor at first, but it quickly went away. I've been very happy with these sink mats.
512092
If there was an odor it went away. I hate those types of smells so I didn't notice any smell.
293481
It doesn't have any strong rubber odors. I haven't noticed any slighter odors either. I am fragrance free too, so I would notice if it had a bad odor.
1540922
Not sure if its a fabric but there is a coating on the rubber. It does have an odor but I put a twin sheet over it and it is fine. I own two, one for our summer home which is a different size that the one I have at home. It has made a huge difference for me. I plan to tell my doctor (specialist) about the product when I see her this month.
1725747
We just left the tires sit in the garage for a couple weeks... the smell was mostly gone! Then after using it on a couple walks with our small children, the smell was completely gone. So I think it just takes time to get the 'new rubber' smell gone.
1783253
Mine didn't smell at all. Possibly an extremely faint rubber smell due to the material it is made of? But it is supper subtle (I am very sensitive to smells and don't really detect anything).
48070
There was an odor when I first opened up the mats from the protective plastic but I can't say that there is an odor now. Once the mat is opened up and used the odor has gone away.
2281501
Yes, the stool did have a very strong rubber smell when I got it (Feb. 2013). I stored it in our garage for about 4 months and then wiped down the rubber tread a few times with soap and water. The smell lessened but it was still there. Eventually I had to use the stool for my mom and now keep it in her room. At first the room had the smell but over time it lessened. After about 6 or 7 months the smell was not noticeable. Also, you need to make sure that you have your foot on the step before leaning on the handle otherwise the handle has no counterweight and it will tilt downwards with the step tilting upwards. You may lose your balance. Yes, the stool did have a very strong rubber smell when I got it (Feb. 2013). I stored it in our garage for about 4 months and then wiped down the rubber tread a few times with soap and water. The smell lessened but it was still there. Eventually I had to use the stool for my mom and now keep it in her room. At first the room had the smell but over time it lessened. After about 6 or 7 months the smell was not noticeable. Also, you need to make sure that you have your foot on the step before leaning on the handle otherwise the handle has no counterweight and it will tilt downwards with the... » Read More Yes, the stool did have a very strong rubber smell when I got it (Feb. 2013). I stored it in our garage for about 4 months and then wiped down the rubber tread a few times with soap and water. The smell lessened but it was still there. Eventually I had to use the stool for my mom and now keep it in her room. At first the room had the smell but over time it lessened. After about 6 or 7 months the smell was not noticeable. Also, you need to make sure that you have your foot on the step before leaning on the handle otherwise the handle has no counterweight and it will tilt downwards with the step tilting upwards. You may lose your balance. « Show Less
293480
No. The only scent it might have upon arrival is that "new rubber" smell which wears away quickly.
809999
I think it's just the processed cheap tire smell. I have it for 6 months now and smell was gone after couple weeks of use during my move. I still use it occasionally and its hidden behind a guest bed in a room right now. There is absolutely no smell of it in the room right now.
804213
Yes, it did have a bit of odor when new. I did not notice when odor finally became imperceptible but I know I was noticing it even after a month. Seemed like odor was from adhesive they used.
1025474
I washed it in my washing machine, let it soak a bit to try to get out the strong rubber odor. Then I let it air dry. It helped a lot!
445537
Ours had no rubber, or very very little. I don't remember a smell and we hd jr indoors at first. But that was 4 years ago....nothing's change. Sorry I couldn't help. Maybe a car wash :)
1287112
I didn't have either of those issues. The rubber is quite thick and helps alot. I don't know what people are talking about with the smell, mine didn't smell at all. To be honest, when I opened the package I was very surprised at how sturdy and heavy these were considering the price.
2281498
We purchased our Drive Medical Footstool several years ago. We've never had a problem with strong rubber smells.
788444
Danie. Mine did not smell, however, you may have a nose like my wife who can literally smell things way before anyone else. You may have this sensitive smell and since rubber has a petroleum base, you may be ultra sensitive to it. If, after a few days the smell doesn't go away on its own, you may have to return it for a hard plastic version from another vendor. Don't despair. If the smell doesn't go away, let the vendor know you have to return it...or Amazon.
83280
Mine does not. It has a fresh scent, but nothing rubber or chemical about it.
1021844
I just got mine out to check. I have a pretty good sense of smell and mine had no odor. Sometimes soaking it submersed in vinegar for a few days will clear the smell. Good luck!