Sherwin-Williams Purdy Scrapers recall: Laceration Hazard
Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard
Why was Sherwin-Williams Purdy Scrapers recalled?
The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should stop using the recalled scraper immediately and return it to any Sherwin-Williams store or the place of purchase for a free replacement. Contact: For additional information, contact Sherwin-Williams at (888) 304-3769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sherwin-williams.com
What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.
Is my product affected?
Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.
- Product
- Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers
- Company
- Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York, The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
- Quantity
- About 76,000
- Sold at
- Sherwin-Williams Paint stores, Duron Paint stores, MA Bruder Paint stores, United Paint Stores, Norfolk Paint Stores, Mercury Paint Stores, Old Quaker Paint Stores, Flex Bon Paint Stores and Columbia Paint Stores nationwide from February 2009 through June 2009 for about $9.
- Recall date
- July 30, 2009
- Incidents / injuries
- The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.
- Agency
- CPSC
Product description
The recalled scraper is a 2 ½" wide steel tool with a four-sided edge. The handle has a soft black grip with "Purdy" printed in red letters on the side of the handle.