CPSC, The Standard Mattress Co. Announce Futon Recall
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), The Standard Mattress Co., of Hartford, Conn., is
voluntarily recalling approximately 47,000 futons. Some of these futons
may fail cigarette ignition resistance tests, in violation of the
federal Flammable Fabrics Act, because the boric acid flame retardant
inside the futons may not have been evenly disbursed. This could result
in burn injuries, should one of these futons catch fire.
CPSC and The Standard Mattress Co. are not aware of any fires or
injuries involving these futons. This recall is being conducted to
prevent the possibility of injuries.
The futons being recalled were sold between May 1998 and October 1998
with model numbers 605, 608, 611, and 613, sold under the brand names
of Gold Bond, IKEA, and Verlo. The model number and brand name are
located on the permanently sewn-in label. The futons come in varied
sizes, most of which are full size. Other sizes include king/chair,
queen and twin. All are covered in a cotton/polyester fabric in a
natural (off-white) color.
Furniture and futon stores nationwide sold the futons from May 1998
through October 1998 for $140 to $250.
Consumers who purchased one of these futons during this period should
immediately call The Standard Mattress Co. toll-free at (888) 512-6169
anytime to obtain a free replacement futon. Consumers should not return
the futons to the stores where they purchased them. Replacements are
available only by calling the company.
