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Martha Stewart Outdoor Furniture

13915 Corporate Drive
Cerritos, CA 90703

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There are those who will argue heatedly that Martha Stewart should not have been sent to that horribly decorated prison for the supposed crime of lying to federal investigators. Fair enough, but we know any number of homeowners, including those below, who would gladly send Martha to the lockup for selling them patio furniture that fades, collapses, shatters and rusts.

Martha's tables, by the way, are manufactured by JRA Furniture and are marketed under other brand names, including Hampton Bay.

rose of sag harbot, NY July 4, 2009

Last year we purchased a Martha Stewart Collection patio set. We noticed that the glass top was starting to bow a bit, but we did not think too much of it. This morning, the glass top shattered into a millions pieces for no apparent reason. I was standing next to it after I wiped it down with a moist towel and getting ready for company. Unfortunately, we did not buy the extra warranty so we are basically told we are screwed. Now we are learning this product is defective and there are many consumer complaints. Just add us to the list. You would think someone of Martha Stewart's caliber would make good for selling a defective product, but I guess that's how she makes millions. My advice -BOYCOTT ALL OF MARTHA STEWART PRODUCTS !!!!!!!!!!!!!

shelley of visalia, CA July 3, 2009

I purchased a Martha Stewart victorian glass topped table and 5 chairs from Kmart several years ago. On July 1,2009, we heard a loud noise and our table top had shattered into thousands of pieces. It was under a covered patio. There was nothing on the table. It was a very warm day. Luckily no one was around the table when this happened. My husband did cut his foot while attempting to clean up the glass. There was no glass left on the table. There are now glass chards in the fabric cushions, which makes them unusable.

Kmart referred my to the phone number which is on the tag for the furniture. It is a "sears" number. I was informed that the company who made the furniture is out of business and there is no recourse for compensation. I bought the set, because I have always felt Martha Stewart stood for quality. I am highly disappointed.

Leon of Oshkosh, WI July 3, 2009

Our Martha Stewart rectangular glass table top shattered. We didn't really understand why. We woke up one morning with our glass top shattered in a million small pieces all over our deck. I have taken pictures of the damage.

Cindy of Mesa, AZ July 3, 2009

My Martha Stewart Victoria Gardens table exploded last night while we were sitting outside enjoying the evening with the dog next to us. No one was hurt. Only the lazy susan and the rim were left standing. I took pictures because I couldn't believe it. It's in a million pieces and it kept popping as we were cleaning up.

Renee of Wellington, FL June 16, 2009

We were sitting on the other side of the patio when my Martha Stewart rectangle table shattered. After the initial shock we got out the shock vac. We are still finding pieces several days later. I purchased approx. 15 pieces of Martha Stewart patio furniture less than a year ago and the swing continues to fall apart, the loungers and tables are rusting and fading fast. Can't use a table without glass, rust all over my newly placed patio pavers. Liability associated with other tables swing for the fear of someone getting hurt.

Leslie of Kansas City, MO June 10, 2009

I purchased a complete Martha Stewart patio set, 4 chairs, table with a glass top, from K-mart in the summer of 2005. Last summer, the table shattered into a million tiny shards of glass, all over our deck. It took hours to clean up, and there are still pieces that are lodged in between the boards of the deck. (what a pain!) I had initially assumed that something had hit it, causing it to break, but could find no evidence of that. I really just chalked it up to bad luck.

Today, as I was searching the internet, looking for a place to get a replacement, I found numerous complaints describing exactly the same scenario that we had experienced. I had considered contacting the manufacturer of the table, but after reading all that I have today, I'm considering otherwise, simply because I don't want another defective piece. I did however end up with glass in my feet a few times.

Shiela of Brownsburg, IN June 29, 2009

Have had the furniture for several years. Has been inside in sunroom the whole time. Was in next room, no one at the table and suddenly heard loud sound. Table had shattered into thousands of pieces. Lazy susan and table intact. Went online to see about replacement only to find out that the company new of this problem for a long time. Just grateful my grandbaby was not out there. Very scary how this happens and no one has made a recall. Thanks, Martha Stewart company and KMart for putting the concern of your customers at the bottom of your list.

rosanne of glenside, PA June 11, 2009

on a spring afternoon about three weeks ago, i was in my nkitchen and heard almost like a branch falling and glanced onto my deck to see my table top shattered about the deck in thousands of pieces. My dogs were out there and fortunately though not seriously injured had glass in their fur and pads of their paws. Could have been extremely dangerous had children or even myself been sitting there at the time.

Getting a replacement or refund has been futile and suggested "just to get another set". Table top has been near impossible to replace and we are an outdoor family for dinners, bbq's etc. Appreciate any help you could render.

Lyn of Eastport, NY June 24, 2009

I came home from work to find the Leaf Embossed glass table top of my Martha Stewart Everyday Garden Victoria Collection dining table shattered. There was no evidence of anyone or anything having caused it to shatter. The lazy susan remained intact. The set was purchased in June 2005. Both KMART & JRA Furniture advised that the glass for this table is not covered under warranty. However, it is quite obvious to me that the glass was defective and is the cause of the spontaneous shattering.

Julie of Indianapolis, IN June 28, 2009

I purchased a lovely Martha Stewart patio set from Kmart two years ago. I came home from work one night and to my shock the glass had exploded and shattered. There was no bad storm or anything to have caused the table to be damaged, so I believe the glass has a design flaw. The table is warranted, but not the glass. Cost to replace the glass is 400. Needless to say, I was disappointed as I really enjoyed the furniture and overall have been pleased with its design, structure, materials, etc.minus the table glass.

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