6 Recalls today on roman shades and other window coverings!

Well this is a hefty recall!

Kudos to the CPSC!  It’s about time!  We have been writing for 6 years about how dangerous roman shades and roll up shades are.  Here are the links that contain the recalls in them.

Strangulation Deaths of Children Prompt Recall to Repair of Roll-Up Blinds and Roman Shades by Lewis Hyman Inc.

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Victoria Classics Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively by Target Stores

Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades; Sold Exclusively at Pottery Barn Kids

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roller Shades by Lutron Shading Solutions

Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall To Repair Window Blinds By Vertical Land

Near Strangulation Prompts Recall of Roman Blinds; Sold Exclusively at IKEA

I will post up the details of the recalls and our comments tomorrow.