Does the awful chemical smell of these mats go away after awhile?
631775
I have not noticed a chemical smell. Have you tried washing in hot soapy water?
631776
there actually is no chemical smell at all.. if there was one.. it went away after first wash..
575464
I noticed the smell as well. I used them once for a potato sack race and noticed the smell was diminished, but still present. I would bet that if you hung them out in the sun for a few days it would go away.
239329
I have purchased two of these mats. The first one was too small because I didn't notice that you could order different sizes. I used that one in a smaller downstairs room and used the larger one for myself in my office. I did notice a plastic odor (very faint) on the first one (like newly formed plastic) but no odor at all on the second one (the larger of the two). If it holds up and doesn't break over time I will be very pleased with the mat.
1303713
The mats lie flat, as their weight do not allow for movement. The mats are self-secured, and they have not left a stain in any fashion. I think if you left them in place for 12 months, a mark would be left (logically speaking). We are very happy with this product!
657208
Yes they really smell. It does diminish with time, but I don't know if it completely goes away. Only had my cart for a couple of months. but I like it a lot!
2054046
Dear Emili, I have purchased 3 of these and I have not noticed any smell. Have you tried washing the whole thing and not just the cover? We have washed ours several times and they come back to the same shape they were and fresh as can be.
1336218
Yes. They do. I love these mats. They are absolutely worth the money so far. I have had them for 6 months or so.
690412
No, no smell. No off gas odor at all. I really like this mat. Have no complaints.
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.
1786636
I would think so. You aren't going to eat right off the mat but if you wash them, the protect will wash off too. Not completely. I know you want to protect from stains so be sure to use OxyClean to gets almost anything out. They have a spray bottle now that you can spot clean. I had some spots probably greasy food on a shirt that had been washed already. OxyClean took it out anyway.
1534974
The mats I received were made of a foam rubber material and they are quite durable. When new they did have a plastic/rubber oder that has since gone away. They are washable. Just wipe with a soapy clothe, rinse and let dry.
1475929
No, I noticed no odor when opening the package. I've owned it for about 6 months and my mat doesn't have an odor, either.
1683703
Some of them have and some of them haven't. I have purchased many sets from this line. Some have kind of a new toy smell I'd call it that goes away. I'm pretty sensitive to smells and it's never been bothersome to me. I think the ones I noticed it the most had the cereal bowl or the mac n cheese bowl I think because of the glue. I think it also may depend on weather conditions in shipping or something like that because some reviewers seems to notice more smell on the same sets then others. I hope this helped. Still hands down my favorite play food
452367
No, it does smell a little bit like chemicals though. but that goes away after the floor is dry
413047
No smell, very happy with the mats (4) not after market, bought from Hyundai dealer. I recommend.
35994
I certainly remember a bit of 'out gassing' when the waterproof cover was new, but I don't recall any chemical issue with the mat itself. That's not to say there wasn't some, but I've had my mat for several years and only remember the phenomenal reduction in pain, increase in mobility, and little else. While I notice chemical smells and am bothered when they are strong, I don't have the sensitivity that plagues some people and can't speak to whether that would be an issue for you. Perhaps you can visit a mat in person before purchasing?
1473449
hi,After a few months, the rubber smell diminishes, but does not go away completely. I have a full set i got 8 years ago and up close, the rubber smell is still noticeable.Gene