Is there an odor from the plastic or foam for these mats?
48066
Yes, there was only for the first 3 to 4 days. I don't smell anything any more
48067
There is no remarkable odor. When just opened from the protective sleeve the mat came in there was a slight plastic smell. I've had the mat for months and don't smell any odor in the room it's used in, even up close there is no overwhelming smell of plastic , only a slight one.
48068
There was an odor when they were new but I don't notice it anymore. I never thought it was so bad that I would keep anyone from tumbling on it. We have two of these mats and love them.
48069
Yes. We keep in a well ventilate area. The odor is not as strong now. We agree with PHL to SFO. We too enjoy the mats. The boys use it for outside workouts with a tarp under it so it is protected from the small limbs, rocks you might find in the yard.
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.
48071
I wish I could answer your question. It is impossible for me to distinguish. The odor has settled down, but it is still lingering. I would say the odor was a 10+++ for the first few weeks, and now is a 3 out of ten. It has improved, but is in no terms gone. I would not have small children play on this mat. It is unfortunate because otherwise, I love this mat.
48072
No odor whatsoever & I have an acute sense of smell. However, we have had these for a while so I don't remember if there was an odor at first. My daughter is a gymnast & uses these frequently. They are good quality & well worth it!
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.
337152
absolutely not!!!!! the bath mat i purchased was the large rubbermaid commercial bath mat and it does not have any odor at all.
432636
No, I've washed it outside with spray cleaner and the hose and there is no 'rubber' or 'plastic smell' I absolutely love this litter mat!! (oh, it dries quickly too!)
378273
Initially, the foam does have a smell. We aired it out for about 2 weeks and then it was ok. We are sensitive to smells. You might want to wash the cover to speed up the process. Any foam in a plastic will have a smell and we were aware of it since it is not the first foam topper or mattress we bought.
1551489
Sorry can not help, I would say something is wrong with the mat, I have only worked out on mine a dozen times but no issues other than the smell so far
1655148
None of that with ours -mats usually have some kind of smell the first few hours due to the no airing out but ours had a hole in the cardboard box it came in so no smell.
802490
I have owned this mat for two months and it does not have an odor. I use it to make rolls and it is one of my favorite kitchen tools.
512091
Hi, there was a very slight odor at first, but it quickly went away. I've been very happy with these sink mats.
1447133
I did not notice a plastic smell. I am pretty sensitive to odors.Hope this helps.
1173166
I've never noticed one. I hand wash them after each use, never noticed any odor.
1436430
Hi , In response to your Do they really smell? Mine had no odor ,have had them 9 months and there great. Like the comfort ,firmness and texture. Again I read same thing and mine had NO odor or smell
2093241
I ordered a set in August. They didnt have the plastic smell you probably expect. I put the set in the car the day they were delivered without airing out. No issues.
1737453
no, after washing them initially with warm, soapy water, they have no odor. great product!
486395
we have found no odor to the pads. i have not found a better pad, it's big enough for both my pups (i have 2 westies). hope this helps.
1068076
I didn't notice anything like a strong plastic smell. Perhaps they should be put thru the dishwasher first. I have been using them for several months without any problem.
1655149
It had a funny smell in the beginning, but it just needed a little airing out. As for the materials, the listing says "Our Tumbling Mats are made with 18 oz. vinyl and industry standard, cross-linked polyethylene foam"