Originally Posted by
SuzzyQ
As long as you don't use steam, the wool won't stink. You can spray and use a dry iron however.
Also - don't cover the wool if possible because part of its function is to hold the fabric. If you just want the heat factor then you may cover it.
I've found that to be true. I use my wool mats for pressing blocks with a dry iron and there is no smell. I did use one to press something that I was steaming and, yes, it smelled. Just like a wet sheep.