CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The recalled scraper's body can break away from the handle when struck against a hard object. This poses a laceration hazard to users.
Sherwin-Williams Recalls Purdy Scrapers Due to Laceration Hazard
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.
Required Consumer Action
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 Information
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
Recall Details
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
Injuries
The firm has received four reports of the scraper's body separating from the handle. There have been no reported injuries.
Manufacturer
Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York
Recall Number
09291
Product Information
Product Name
Purdy 2 ½" 4-Edge Scrapers
Product Type
Paint & Coating Items
Number of Units
About 76,000
Manufacturer Name
Allway Tools Inc., of Bronx, New York
Distributed By
The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio
Manufactured In
China