i bought mine second hand so i tool it apart and washed it with baby detergent and vinegar and hung it up to dry for a few days. just be careful if you do take it apart to remember how it goes together. i had hell putting mine back together lol
as long as there's not "press board or such" I have washed mine... just remember how it goes back together.... I won't dry it... I'd hang dry it... in bathroom then place back on the seat...
Def wash it if it is used.. think about it.. milk, throw up, smoke, pet dander, possible blow outs.. i always take apart and wash anything I buy used.