CPSC

Roman Shades Recalled for Strangulation Hazard

Picture of Recalled Roman Shade
Picture of Recalled Roman Shade
Picture of Recalled Roman Shade
Picture of Recalled Roman Shade
Picture of Recalled Roman Shade showing cord
Picture of Recalled Roman Shade showing cord

Hazard

These shades have an exposed operating cord and exposed inner cords on the back of the shade. Strangulations can occur when a child places his/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/her neck. In addition, these shades have a continuous looped bead chain that when not attached to the wall or floor, hangs loosely by the shade, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and call Draper for a free retrofit kit that removes both the operating cords and the exposed inner cords from the shades.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Draper toll-free at (877) 315- 7037 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily, or visit the firm's Web site at www.draperinc.com and click on the "Roman Shade Recall" button.

Products

Roman Shades

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Specialty window covering dealers nationwide from March 2000 through September 2009 for between $450 and $2,100.