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!
991966
This is my first wool blanket. It doesn't bother me at all. The smell will need to be addressed. I hand washed and hung outside for 2 days. Smell is gone.
136756
I have this mattress, sorry I can't help you with this question. I have had my mattress for only a couple months and haven't had the need to wash the cover.
2198826
No. I clean mine every other week with soap and water and let it dry outside to air out. But no, no smell from the crate.
12846
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.
749669
Not needed. Any scent goes away quickly. In fact barely noticed it at start with sheets on bed.
942916
Packaging states DRY CLEAN OR SPOT CLEAN WITH A DAMP CLOTH ONLY. We have not tried to do either as the blanket has only been used a few times.
221567
I let mine air out for a couple days after washing really well. Smell goes away after a while.
1454675
I purchased this item a few months ago. It had no plastic smell. It is warm and cozy. Washed well and dried using a dryer ball to keep it fluffed. This is my second purchase of this item, gave brother first one.
293644
I did, I put a cap full in and washed in hot/cold. I did it twice because I could still smell a hint of urine but after that second wash my blanket good as new!
1603783
Just wash it with cold water and then you can tumble dry it. It is better than new after that. The blanket is awesome :))
406259
I have not washed any blankets with it, but I think it would be great. I love the light cedar smell that it leaves behind.
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.
641946
Mine didn't have a smell? However I did wash mine because it got dirty and air dried it and it was fine. I guess that would be an option if there is a smell.
1324636
I wouldn't wash it. If anything you should hand wash it. And nope, mine didn't smell!
1520208
No it doesn't leave any smell but make sure you don't forget your laundry in the washing machine for overnight as it will not mask any unpleasant sent. You don't even need dryer sheets with that soap (as I found out dryer sheets not only put that waxy coat over clothes but also cover up the holes of the dryer fiber filter that can brake your dryer eventually; happened to my friend)
299637
No, it does not have an odor and it is one of the best purchases that I have ever made! I washed it when I got it and it is great!