How do you get rid of awful, chemical odor of this mat?
92005
I put it down in the basement for about a month & that worked. outside might be faster.
92006
Hi! I didn't have a chemical odor with this mat. That being said, why don't you try soaking it in a tub that has a few inches of warm water that has had baking soda mixed in it. That should remove the smell.
92007
After every shower, I hang our mat so that the water drips off of it. I then spray it with a shower cleaner to prevent mildew from forming. My mat has no odor on it.
274995
I reccomend soaking the item in warm water and baking soda, that is the only thing I have heard of the removes the smell.
35996
I am not overly sensitive, but I know what you mean. Sometimes I go in a store and the smell of plastic is overwhelming - I can't wait to get out of there! There has never been a chemical/urethane smell to my mat - even when it was new.It is a terrific product!!!!! I have owned one for 10 months and I bought my dog a mat as well.
841656
Try running a vinegar/water solution through it and then the baking soda. That may take care of it.
2120747
I guess I never noticed an odor on my mat, and I've been using them for many years. I keep the plastic protector on it when I'm not using it. And when it's in use, whatever paper I'm cutting is covering the mat. I would assume that the longer one uses it, the odor would begin to dissipate.
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!
1551491
I washed mine multiple times with dish soap and water and left it out in the sun, this eventually fixed the problem for my mat. Try supplier Tasha Maydonik <tashamaydonik@gmail.com> (contact 6 months old)Square36
1829448
With it being a new item, it may take a little while for the smell to go away. You could probably take a very lightly dampened cloth with fabreeze and wipe it down to see if that helps a little.
2162622
First of all. I bought a spare mat. So I can wash and dry one, while the other is in use. I put old newspapers in the tray to help absorb most of the moisture. Daily, hose the mat throughly first. then a little soap a little scrub and a second hose rinse. Finally, mist with chlorine based kitchen/bathroom cleaner. let it dry all night. I strongly advice to be sure theres are no traces of urine, before using the chlorine, as very harmful vapors may emanate if those two mixes. Keep in mind that we live in a small apartment, so the shower is the place for the mat cleaning.
724839
I have zero problems with odor, and I don't even use the baking soda. I only change the bag once a week. You could place a deodorizer inside the door, like Glade or something.
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.
1646531
I would use a Magic Eraser. Are you saying it stinks? Well, then I would use Odoban on it. Most hardware stores or Sam's Club carries this product. I found this item causes a lot of sweating...not breathable.
133271
If you use the mat on a regular basis (i.e., three times a week to daily) the smell goes away within a couple weeks as the mat absorbs your body oils, which seem to neutralize the rubber odor. Leaving the mat out unrolled and unused will not help.
165553
You wouldn't be able to just wipe it because it's a double layer surface with holes. I'd take it out and spray it with the hose then leave it out for a few hours and call it a day. If there's no yard/hose maybe wipe off the top and bottom parts of the mat with a paper towel then final rinse with something damp. It'd be tough to clean between the holes though that way. Maybe final rinse in the sink if you're really tight with your cat? Either way it's one of the best litter traps I've used.
842499
Haul it outside in the sun...bring it in at night and do not let it get wet...that worked for me. The smell does go away...
818969
I just received mine and it also has a terrible chemical odor. So disappointed and won't be able to use if I can't get rid of the odor.
330087
Great question. The best way to clear the mats is to use a light solvent like windex, baby wipes, swiffer solution or soap with warm water & a towel.