Reviews from December 2013 mentioned a horrible smell associated with the table. Do recent purchasers notice the same bad smell?
1703519
I have noticed NO bad smells, and I have used it for display all summer. In fact I love the table.!!!
1703520
I read that also about this table, but I purchased it anyway because of the incredible low price, thinking I would have time to air it out before my party. When it arrived I immediately took it out of the box and left it outside. I only noticed a very faint odor that went away in an afternoon. So...maybe the manufacturer solved the problem (?)
1703521
They have no objectionable smell at all. Did they smell like new plastic tables? I suppose. But they are fine. We have three of them. They work great. Light. Just the right height. Perfect. The have been in service several months now. We are thinking about buying more.
727472
I find it hard to believe I purchased the same item as was purchased by the people answering this question. There is a definitely a smell - kind of like a strong plastic smell, which is there even when the unit is not turned on (and just gets stronger when it is). Granted, I've only had this for about 5 days, so hopefully it will go away.
2055143
I got mine about a year ago and it had a damaged corner. I did get a discount from Amazon due to the damage. I did not want to return it since its a heavy piece. I'm happy with the table but it was filthy and damaged
934569
I assembled mine a year ago but dont recall any unusual odors. Its made of what i call "press board" so there is a saw dust and glue sent but all furniture of this type is like that.
344091
I didn't notice any odor. I have used the table a few times and have been pleased.
1476922
I clean it with furniture polish and also with a multi-surface cleaner such as Pledge Multisurface. I've had this table for about 5 years now and love it!
464580
Not really. I bought this table last June, and I've had issues with it. I contacted customer service, and they offer no help , even though they offer 5 year warranty. I had to purchase a new table last week. Very dissapointed. I've had another table for 15 years and it still works. Will not buy from this company again. Veronica M... Business Owner & Therapist
328647
mine had no particular odor but I bought it from an airport shop so maybe it was a while on display and that helped. That is at least what another reviewer suggested. By the way the price there was much lower that the regular price even with tax.
603455
I picked one up in July and the smell was terrible. After running water, coffee, and vinegar through it for the last month on a daily basis the smell is still there! Instead of the coffee aroma wafting through the house in the morning there is a burnt plastic smell that ruins the fragrant ambiance of morning. I would love to hear the solution for this one too.
1623772
Hey there.... It has a smell. It isn't too bad but I would avoid breathing much of it. It can make me dizzy. I don't have a wood oak table but I do have a wood table that doesn't have a sealing finish on it. Meaning it is just stained. I have tried some other things but really like this stuff for my dining table. I don't like the smell but I am sensitive. I feel the results of using it are worth putting up with the smell. My table is a medium brown. Using this product has given it a nice patina if you will but has not discolored my table. I do need to reapply the wax about once a month. Just like waxing a car you only want to apply a thin coat. Hope this helps.... Hey there.... It has a smell. It isn't too bad but I would avoid breathing much of it. It can make me dizzy. I don't have a wood oak table but I do have a wood table that doesn't have a sealing finish on it. Meaning it is just stained. I have tried some other things but really like this stuff for my dining table. I don't like the smell but I am sensitive. I feel the results of using it are worth putting up with the smell. My table is a medium brown. Using this product has given it a nice patina if you will but has not discolored my table. I do need to reapply the wax about once a month.... » Read More Hey there.... It has a smell. It isn't too bad but I would avoid breathing much of it. It can make me dizzy. I don't have a wood oak table but I do have a wood table that doesn't have a sealing finish on it. Meaning it is just stained. I have tried some other things but really like this stuff for my dining table. I don't like the smell but I am sensitive. I feel the results of using it are worth putting up with the smell. My table is a medium brown. Using this product has given it a nice patina if you will but has not discolored my table. I do need to reapply the wax about once a month. Just like waxing a car you only want to apply a thin coat. Hope this helps.... « Show Less
2096332
Casey, I'm sorry, but I can't answer your question. I bought the table last Fall. So far, I've had no problems. Have you gone to Strathwood with your question?
2208520
I've had no issues with the odor. I barely notice the "plastic smell" most people comment on. I have a friend who also uses one and his does not smell either. I took mine apart and put it through the dishwasher before ever using it. Now, I wash it off with rubbing alcohol between uses, and as I said, I never smell the plastic. I hope that helps... Good luck.
1090946
I ordered mine in August, and there were not strange smells. I actually have mine very close to the headboard of my bed now and I have never noticed, even thought about the smell at all.
435527
Mine came with the horrible smell as well. I put it outside to air out for a few days and I put it next to a bag of baking soda to absorb the odor too. After a few months, I've noticed that the smell is no longer present.
1122180
Yes! ours smells a terrible toxic/chemical smell. The item has been out of the box but in the plastic bag it shipped in on top of our changing table, and I just took the bag off and noticed the strong smell (we received this as a gift a few months ago). I didn't want it collecting dust before the baby came, but now I am hoping it airs out in time. Other reviewers say the smell dissipates quickly. Hoping this is true.
849152
Not sure, maybe it's old? Mine did not and doesn't smell bad now. Good luck.
570232
No bad odors. It just smells like it is made of new materials. This table is pretty sturdy. It holds me and I am 245lbs. The arm rests on the sides do not lock in and can slip out easily.