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post #1 of 6
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I had a new sofa delivered on Friday and the outgassing is terrible! It still reeks. If I could send it back, I would (but they don't allow that.)

Does anyone know of a NATURAL way to help get rid of the chemical stench? (no febreeze, etc)

I have a twin window fan that I've been running. I've tried setting it on exhaust and also a mix of exhaust and intake. It has helped a little but the smell is still strong enough so that I get an asthma attack if I sit on it.
Even dc was having trouble breathing while sitting on it last evening!!

I've never had a new piece of furniture stink like this. :

Hoping someone has an answer.
post #2 of 6
Well I dont have a GREAT suggestion, but this is what I did with our new carpet. I had them deliver the carpet 2 days before it was going to be installed, and we set it outside for those days. Now I guess you couldnt do this if there was even a chance of rain , but fresh air really gets that stink out quick, any chance you wanna chill outside on the couch for a few days?
post #3 of 6
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I live in an apartment. Simply not possible. But funny.
post #4 of 6
Can you put the cushions outside?
post #5 of 6
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The cushions are attached. They don't come off.
post #6 of 6
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Any other suggestions?
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