ALERT: Two bathroom products removed from Irish stores due to possible amputation risk

Two bathroom products have been removed from Irish stores due to a defect which could potentially cause amputation. 

According to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), two types of mirrored cabinets sold by B&Q are being recalled as the doors may detach from the cabinets and fall.

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This may cause injuries which could include amputation, lacerations and cuts. 

The first model is the Artemis white double door mirror cabinet (barcode 5052931138418) while the second model is the Alcudina white double door mirror cabinet (barcode 5052931707317). 

The former model was available for purchase between October 2012 and January 2017, while the second was available between August 2016 and December 2022. 

There are approximately 1,469 affected products in total in Ireland; 343 affected units of the Artemis cabinet and 1,126 affected units of the Alcudina cabinet.

If you purchased one of these products please stop using it immediately.

Remove from the wall with care as per the B&Q product removal guide which can be found here and return to your local B&Q store for a full refund.

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If customers have any further queries please contact the B&Q helpline at 1800 946 327 (Monday to Friday 8.30am–8pm, Saturday 9am–5pm and Sunday 10am–4pm)