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!
1917144
No, it did not. It smelled like new, not strong though. When you wash the cover, the smell goes away.
264688
In the washer. We've had this blanket for a year now and love it! It washes and dries easily like a regular blanket. Did I say I love it? ;)
1828921
No. There was no odor. It is a really soft light comforter. Very good product.
1124970
I haven't had to clean mine yet, but based on the good construction of the moving blanket, I would say yes... The quality is pretty good so, personally I would not hesitate to put it in the washer -- provided you have a large capacity washer .... Hope this helps.
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.
1853696
Yes, the cord can be disconnected from bottom so blanket can be washed. Directions say machine wash, although I haven't yet washed mine.
1396285
The blanket was wrapped in plastic. When I opened the plastic, it smelled like a new sweater. The was no offsetting smell, like there sometimes was even with the clean Army blankets I've been issued.
1575118
No. There is/was no product smell or odor. We were surprised how comfortable this bed was during our recent 2-week trip. A sheet or blanket over the top works great.Just make sure you have an electric pump (110v or car adapter). The battery pump provided was not that good.
2099270
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.
2191108
Hi Isabella, Our blanket is spot wash only and cannot be put into a washer. Thanks! Sunbelt Products
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!
1181963
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.
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)
2065932
Mine smells like I would expect new furniture to smell. No issues storing my blankets in here :)
1514941
I don't smell anything after a day or so. It was a plastic smell to begin with, but nothing now, we have had ours for over a year. I have 3 of them. I finally learned to put down paper towel and then either the bedding or cloth and it is so much easier to clean!
732806
The smell goes away after a while. I would spray it with fabreeze or something like that It has cardboard inside and washing it would destroy it.