If you’ve secured your furniture using Cranach Hardware’s plastic tip restraint kits, there’s an urgent recall you should know about.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that these plastic parts can break or weaken over time, leading to furniture tip-overs that may cause serious injury or even death — especially to children or elderly adults.
The recall involves Cranach Hardware Plastic Tip Restraint Kits, also called furniture straps, used to secure dressers, shelves, and other tall furniture to the wall.
CPSC testing found that the plastic brackets and zip ties can degrade or snap, meaning the furniture could fall forward if leaned on or pulled. The defective kits fail to meet ASTM F3096-23, the safety standard for tip restraints. That’s why Cranach Hardware is recalling the product and offering free stainless steel replacement kits that meet all safety standards.
Here’s what’s going on and how to get your free replacement kit.
Which Products Are Affected
About 55,170 kits are included in this recall. You may have one if your kit:
Includes white plastic brackets/mounts and a white plastic zip tie cable
Came with two pairs of screws (one long, one short) and two drywall anchors
Was sold under the Cranach Hardware brand
If your restraint kit matches that description — even if you installed it a while ago — stop using it right away.
What You Should Do
- Remedy: Free replacement stainless steel kit
- Cost: Free
- Action: Stop using the recalled plastic version immediately
Your Options at a Glance
| Option | What It Means | Cost | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop Using | Stop using furniture secured by the recalled plastic restraints | Free | Prevent tip-over accidents |
| Request Replacement | Get a free stainless steel replacement kit from Cranach Hardware | Free | Follow the recall instructions |
| Check Product | Confirm your kit is made of white plastic (not metal) | Free | Inspect furniture straps |
How to Request a Refund or Report the Issue
Follow these steps to stay safe and get your replacement:
Stop using furniture that relies on the recalled plastic restraint kits.
Visit Cranach Hardware’s recall page for full instructions.
Request your free stainless steel replacement kit directly from Cranach Hardware.
Dispose of the defective plastic parts according to local regulations.
Need help? Contact Cranach Hardware for support via their recall page. Furniture tip-overs are one of the leading causes of home injuries for kids and older adults — so if you think you may have these straps, don’t wait.
Replace them with the new stainless steel version as soon as possible.
