Forty-eight million linear feet of composite decking sold nationwide has been voluntarily recalled following reports that the material can prematurely deteriorate and break, causing injuries, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said.
The action involves deck boards and railings carrying the brand names LP WeatherBest, ABTCo. and Veranda made by Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Corp., of Nashville. They were sold nationwide from January 2005 through August 2008 at Home Depot and other building supply stores for $1.50 to $2.25 a linear foot.
The CPSC has received 37 reports of decks made with the material, which looks similar to wood, unexpectedly breaking. There have been 14 injuries, including a broken wrist and sprained ankle.
The product was made in the company's Idaho plant and primarily sold in the western United States.
Consumers should contact LP Building Products by calling 888-325-1184 or by going here to determine if they have recalled product. Those who do will receive a free inspection and have any deteriorating decking replaced.
|South Florida Sun Sentinel
Source : http://www.sun-sentinel.com
The action involves deck boards and railings carrying the brand names LP WeatherBest, ABTCo. and Veranda made by Louisiana-Pacific (LP) Corp., of Nashville. They were sold nationwide from January 2005 through August 2008 at Home Depot and other building supply stores for $1.50 to $2.25 a linear foot.The CPSC has received 37 reports of decks made with the material, which looks similar to wood, unexpectedly breaking. There have been 14 injuries, including a broken wrist and sprained ankle.
The product was made in the company's Idaho plant and primarily sold in the western United States.
Consumers should contact LP Building Products by calling 888-325-1184 or by going here to determine if they have recalled product. Those who do will receive a free inspection and have any deteriorating decking replaced.
|South Florida Sun Sentinel
Source : http://www.sun-sentinel.com
