Does the blanket need to be washed to remove the smell.
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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
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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!
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I have not washed mine yet but to be honest, I don't notice it smelling any longer. I don't store mine in the box when not in use. Because I have such chronic problems with my neck, I hang it on the headboard of my bed when I'm done with it.
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Yes..substitute X-O for your detergent, use full strength. All the ingredients are pure,,I have sprayed on my hands to eliminate odors. For really difficult, set in odors, someone suggested to add Cup of Oxiclean, along with X-O. For blankets that I used other detergents on and smell was set in, I washed two times and odor came out completely.
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i really do not know.sometimes the wool is not washed(it should be)since i have not had mine dry cleaned,i do not know that either.my blanket does not smell,other than a wool smell.if you have not had the comforter too long you could exchange or return it.Amazon is good to let you print off a pd return postage form.i returned a pillow some time ago that had a dung odor,because it was not washed!!i could not bear to sleep on it.hope this helps!
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I didn't notice any odor. I do wipe off the covers from time to time with a mild detergent and damp cloth.
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I have not yet had to wash it. I do know that it should be washed without fabric softener.
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Hello,NO it doesn't. Well the one which we have got has no smell, but I can not tell weather other cribs by this brand has a smell or not, but the one we have for sure has not got any kind of strong smell.
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i have not yet cleaned it only aired it out. I intend to wash it in a gentle warm wash in the washing machine when it needs it.
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I just used the blanket for the first time on the beach and I didn't notice any smells from it.
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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.
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Hi Isabella, Our blanket is spot wash only and cannot be put into a washer. Thanks! Sunbelt Products
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No. There was no odor. It is a really soft light comforter. Very good product.
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Nope it does not. I washed mine before I used it so there was no chemical smell. Ive had it this long and it still had broken either. Hope this helped. :)
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The comforter smelled a bit "sheepy" right out of the package, but I threw it into the dryer on fluff with a rag that had a few essential oil drops (lavender and cedar) and the smell went away. I occasionally do the same thing to freshen it up a bit. I did not notice a sheep smell after I did the fluff with essential oil. I've had the comforter for a year now and still love it. I never use dryer sheets though, they coat the fibers with chemicals.
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I wouldn't wash it. There was a slight odor but if you set it up and let it air out for a couple of days, it does disapate.
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Just wash it with cold water and then you can tumble dry it. It is better than new after that. The blanket is awesome :))
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Yes. The plug is at the base of the blanket. Once you unlock/unplug the attachment cord it is safe to wash. The washing instructions are in close proximity to the attachment. It states: do not dry clean or bleach. Pre soak for 15 mins in mild soap and cold water on a slow cycle for 2 mins. It's best to dry thrown over 2 parallel lines. Do NOT use close pins.