Does this mat have a strong smell when you first open it out of it's packaging?
73747
it's been a while since I first opened it, but I don't remember any strong smell
73748
I received the mat over a year ago, but that I recall it had a slight smell that went away almost immediately.
73749
So I just got one this week and mine had a very strong smell, so much so that it's in another room hoping to get rid of it... It has the rubber smell that the floor of a gym has which makes me think it's not going to go away. Not sure if I want to wait it out or return it at this point.
73750
I did not notice a strong smell, there was a smell, but I layed it out with something on each end for a day, then flipped it over with something on each end for a day, then put it where I wanted it. It is in my bedroom and many smells bother me but this never did. It is extremely thin, protects wood, but would probably not be good for a thick carpet.
1076099
Yes. When it comes fresh out of the box, the smell is horrible. I got a tremendous headache from sleeping on it without airing it out for two weeks.
807248
This mat was one of the thickest we had found for this price and I did a lot of research. There was a slight rubber smell when taking it out of the box, but I honestly didn't really notice the smell after the first day.
309238
It smells new when you first open it, but I didn't notice anything that stuck around.
432633
There was the initial packing smell that dissipated within a couple hours. We have a small bathroom and didn't notice any odors from the mat after it was properly aired out.
2076050
I think it's made of the same stuff as a rubber mat. It doesn't have a smell to me.
648470
The comfort mat did NOT have any unusual odors -- placed it on floor right out of shipping box - no problems.
1143976
Upon opening the package it does. I put it on and used Pledge wipes and the smell subsided within less than one week. I still have it and LOVE IT
807252
It's extremely strong right out of the box (of course) and for the first couple days. But after a few weeks you probably won't notice it unless you are actually laying down on the mat or making close contact with your face. If you're running, walking or working out where you're on your feet most of the time, you probably will be used to the smell after a few weeks.
1444135
Yes, really strong smell from the styrofoam. Going to sit it outside to see if that helps.
2015059
It did when I first got it, but took it out of the package and let it air out, it was fine. Only smell if close To it.
133270
I don't think the smell was noticible after a few days to be honest - I did use it every day in hot yoga and unrolled it to air it out after every use (and rinsed it with water once). As with the slipperyness, I think these Jade mats just need to be broken in a bit.
148234
I'm guessing it's not. It smells like new plastic when first used, though the smell fades over time. I believe the smell is probably the mat killing me as I use it to become healthier - cruel irony!
606374
Had mine for a few months. I didn't notice any extreme odor when it arrived or now. Good large mat.
807251
It hasn't been a problem for us. I opened the boxes outside, unrolled the mats a bit, and let them air out for a few hours before I brought them inside. Even though it's been a cold winter, there hasn't been a strong smell, even though I haven't been able to open the window on a regular basis. So, I think the key was to air them out before I even brought them inside. They are great mats, and we have no complaints about them. Good luck. Enjoy!
734160
I didn't notice any smell, it is a good heavy mat, but rubber do flake off after couple of use.
1339783
I'm usually very sensitive to any smells, but I didn't notice a smell when I opened the box. Or, if I did, it must not have been very strong and I didn't think much about it. If I were you, I would wash an item and see if it still smells. If it does, I would return it. I think some of them smell and some don't. You're not the first person to mention it. Maybe it depend on how long the pieces get to "air out" before they're packaged...