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Originally Posted by Lori S
This is what is on the OLFA web site in the frequently asked questions portion:
How do I reduce the strong plastic smell from my new rotary mat? Due to production and distribution, a new OLFA rotary mat can emit an odorous smell that some people are sensitive too. To overcome this smell, we suggest that the mat be wiped down with a solution of equal parts lukewarm water and white vinegar, then let it set for five minutes. Afterwards, rinse off the mat and towel dry. Repeat as needed. |
I bought a 3 piece 36x70 Olfa mat from JoAnn's and it didn't smell. I have very sensitive sinuses so I would have noticed if it had.
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Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by Lori S
This is what is on the OLFA web site in the frequently asked questions portion:
How do I reduce the strong plastic smell from my new rotary mat? Due to production and distribution, a new OLFA rotary mat can emit an odorous smell that some people are sensitive too. To overcome this smell, we suggest that the mat be wiped down with a solution of equal parts lukewarm water and white vinegar, then let it set for five minutes. Afterwards, rinse off the mat and towel dry. Repeat as needed. |
Mine smelled horrible also. I thought I must have bought a defective one, but it finally aired out.
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I am sensitive to smells, also. My mat was inherited. But the June Taylor shapecutter I bought 3 wks ago had a smell. It dissapated quickly.
I have to sniff test bins before I buy them. Many don't make the cut. And those stinky "gimme" toys from hamburger places, straight to the trash. |
It has something to do with the plastic material used. A couple of years ago I purchased two 3 drawer plastic units for my scrap stash. They smelled and made the fabric smell. Tried bleach wash, vinegar wash, baking soda, and sunshine. Nothing helped. Finally donated them as the whole house smelled. Sometimes things used for wraping smell. The newspaper covering, ziplock bags for awhile and the bags groceries use for sweet corn all have the same smell. Also plastic used for mailing magazines. It really can overcome a whole area. My Olaf and Fiskars mats are four or five years old and never had an ordor.
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Does it have any details of what it is made with? Bamboo?
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When I bought my 1st mat it didn't smell.I started working in a fabric store and we got some mats in and they smelled terrible like skunk I was sick from the smell. Not working there now. I bought one from Martelli in Florida and they didn't smell. It's the rubber they use I think...
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My fiskers is still outside! I don't know what they are made of but it doesn't seem that it,s good to breath into your lungs. I hope China did,nt use unsafe materials in them and sometimes I smell it in childrens toys.
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I purchased a "stinky" olfa matt at JoAnn's and bought it back after a few days. I went to JoAnn's on the other side of town and those didn't smell.
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