March 4, 2010: Ethan Allen Recalls Roman Shades

Recall Reason

Many styles of the shade are included in this recall. Image here represents just one.

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Ethan Allen Global Inc., of Danbury, Connecticut, has recalled about 163,000 Roman shades due to the risk of strangulation.

Strangulation can occur when a child places his or her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his or her neck. Also, strangulation can occur when a child's neck become entangled on the free-standing loop. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

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This recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. These custom-ordered, made-to-order shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. The shades have no labels or markings making reference to the Ethan Allen brand.

The shades sold at Ethan Allen Design Centers since at least 1999 through December 2009. Most are priced between $400 and $1,000.

The shades were manufactured in the United States.

Whom to Contact

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact their local Ethan Allen Design Center for a free repair kit. For additional information, contact Ethan Allen toll-free at (888) 339-9398 between 8:30 AM and 4:45 PM EST, Monday through Friday, contact the local Ethan Allen Design Center, or visit the firm's website at www.ethanallen.com.

Safety Tip from CPSC

Examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.