Sherwin-Williams Recalls Formby's Furniture Refinisher Due to Fire Risk

Plain-English summary

The Sherwin-Williams Co. and Brockway Standard Inc. are recalling Formby's Conditioning Furniture Refinisher. The product is a 32-ounce metal can used to refinish wood furniture, sold individually or as part of the "Introduction to Refinishing Kit." The recall involves approximately 3,000 units sold nationwide in discount department, hardware, and hobby stores from October 1999 through January 2000. Affected cans have burgundy and green backgrounds with white lettering and specific lot numbers (A961600, A961610, A961620, A961630, A967270, and A969330) written in black ink on the bottom; cans with blue ink codes are not subject to the recall.

The recall was issued because the product and its vapors can seep or leak from the nozzle base at the top of the can, posing a risk of fire and chemical injuries. The firms have received one report of an employee suffering minor burns when refinisher vapors ignited in a retailer's distribution center.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and place it in a well-ventilated area. To prevent spilling, keep the container upright and do not store it near any source of ignition, such as gas-fueled appliances. Consumers can call (800) 523-9299 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, for instructions on how to handle and return the refinisher for replacement or a refund.

The recalled product

Product

Formby's Conditioning Furniture Refinisher

Manufacturer

The Sherwin-Williams Co., of Cleveland, Ohio

Category

Consumer Product — Paint & Coating Items

Hazard

• fire
• chemical-injury

Affected units

3,000

Distribution

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