October 11, 2007

Flaghouse Inc. Recalls Kidnastics Balance Beams 

Name of Product: Kidnastics Balance Beams

Units: About 2,400

Distributor: Flaghouse Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J.

Hazard: Surface paint on the balance beam contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Description: The recall involves a foam balance beam measuring 72-inches x 4-inches x 1/2-inch with a blue vinyl cover. A yellow Kidnastics logo is printed on the top of the beam.

Sold at: Various catalogs and Internet Web sites from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $13.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the beam and contact Flaghouse for a free replacement, a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Flaghouse at (800) 793-7900 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.flaghouse.com