CPSC, The Standard Mattress Co. Announce Futon Recall
USCPSC, The Standard Mattress Co. Announce Futon Recall
Recalling Firm: The Standard Mattress Co., of Hartford, Conn.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Some of these futons may fail cigarette ignition resistance tests, in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, because the boric acid flame retardant inside the futons may not have been evenly disbursed. This could result in burn injuries, should one of these futons catch fire.
Product Description & Identification
The futons being recalled were sold between May 1998 and October 1998 with model numbers 605, 608, 611, and 613, sold under the brand names of Gold Bond, IKEA, and Verlo. The model number and brand name are located on the permanently sewn-in label. The futons come in varied sizes, most of which are full size. Other sizes include king/chair, queen and twin. All are covered in a cotton/polyester fabric in a natural (off-white) color.
Affected Products
Futons
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| U R L | https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2000/CPSC-The-Standard-Mattress-Co-Announce-Futon-Recall |
| Title | CPSC, The Standard Mattress Co. Announce Futon Recall |
| Hazards › Name | Some of these futons may fail cigarette ignition resistance tests, in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, because the boric acid flame retardant inside the futons may not have been evenly disbursed. This could result in burn injuries, should one of these futons catch fire. |
| Injuries › Name | CPSC and The Standard Mattress Co. are not aware of any fires or injuries involving these futons. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. |
| Products › Name | Futons |
| Products › Type | Futon Mattresses |
| Products › Category I D | 1963 |
| Products › Number Of Units | Approximately 47,000 |
| Recall I D | 4728 |
| Remedies › Name | Consumers who purchased one of these futons during this period should immediately call The Standard Mattress Co. to obtain a free replacement futon. Consumers should not return the futons to the stores where they purchased them. Replacements are available only by calling the company. |
| Retailers › Name | Furniture and futon stores nationwide sold the futons, from May 1998 through October 1998, for $140 to $250. |
| Recall Date | 2000-04-03T00:00:00 |
| Description | The futons being recalled were sold between May 1998 and October 1998 with model numbers 605, 608, 611, and 613, sold under the brand names of Gold Bond, IKEA, and Verlo. The model number and brand name are located on the permanently sewn-in label. The futons come in varied sizes, most of which are full size. Other sizes include king/chair, queen and twin. All are covered in a cotton/polyester fabric in a natural (off-white) color. |
| Recall Number | 00088 |
| Manufacturers › Name | The Standard Mattress Co., of Hartford, Conn. |
| Consumer Contact | Consumers may call The Standard Mattress Co. toll-free at (800) 873-8498 anytime. |
| Last Publish Date | 2026-06-10T00:00:00 |
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